Steven graduated from Belmont University with a degree in Biology. He is currently a 4th year PhD student in the Microbe-Host Interactions program, and aspires to one day have a career in research with the National Institutes of Health or the Centers for Disease Control andPrevention. He also has an interest in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the development of antibodies as therapeutic agents. Beyondthe confines of the laboratory, Steven finds joy in exploring the vibrant craft brewery and restaurant scene that Nashville offers. He balances his academic pursuits with leisure activities such as reading, board games, cooking, and baking.