Executive Board
Laura Kim
President
​Hi everyone! I’m Laura, a third-year pre-dental student from Southern California. I’m honored to serve as your PDS president this school year! Since my first year of college, PDS has been a valuable resource in helping me navigate my pre-dental journey. As president, my goal is to continue offering events and meetings that are not only helpful but also relevant to the evolving demands of dental school admissions. I look forward to working alongside our amazing board to ensure you receive the support and guidance you need throughout your dental admissions process!
Celina Yang
Vice President
Hello everyone! My name is Celina Yang, and I am a third-year pre-dental student. As Vice President, I will be helping plan and organize PDS general and executive meetings. Being a part of PDS has allowed me to connect with other students who share similar passions and has provided valuable insights into pursuing dentistry. I hope to work hard alongside the executive board to contribute to the growth of PDS. Lastly, some fun facts about me are that I enjoy watching movies, rock climbing, and crocheting!
Daniel Tran
Treasurer
Hey y’all! I’m Daniel Tran, a 3rd-year pre-dent and this year’s PDS Treasurer. For me, PDS has been an incredible space to grow alongside like-minded, driven peers who are passionate about oral health and service. In addition to maintaining our budget, I am thrilled to strengthen our fundraising philosophy to give back to local businesses and our community. Outside of school, you’ll find me chasing the perfect pour-over at cafes or soaking in intimate live music sets wherever the wind takes me. I can’t wait to make this year at PDS memorable and meaningful, and I look forward to meeting all of you!
Hi everyone! My name is Celine Chao, and I’m a 2nd-year pre-dental student as well as this year’s PDS Secretary. Being part of PDS has been an amazing experience, giving me opportunities to learn and connect with others on the same journey. I’m excited to give back this year by helping to plan events and support our members. Outside of school, I love shopping, going to the beach, and running. I can’t wait to meet all of you and have a fantastic year together!
Secretary
Celine Chao
Gyurin Kim
Public Relations
Hi! My name is Gyurin, a 3rd year pre-dental student. As PR, my goal is to be on top of keeping you updated on our events, including panels, socials, and fundraisers, through PDS social media. Having also been a part of the social committee, I was able to help foster new friendships among members, myself included, and gain insight on navigating this challenging pathway. Knowing how difficult it can be to be in the know of all things academic and extracurricular, I—along with the rest of the board—hope to be a guide to your success. More personally, I enjoy video games, writing, and graphic design. Reach out to the PDS Instagram for any inquiries!
Hi there! My name is Kylie, and I am a 2nd-year pre-dental student. This year, I am excited to serve as the PDS Web Master! I hope to both maintain and transform the PDS website into an invaluable resource that all students can access to help them navigate this pre-dental journey. I am excited to work with the other executive board members in planning events and experiences that are valuable to the PDS community! If you have any questions or suggestions for the website, please feel free to reach out!
Kylie Lai
Web Master
