Lecture Anatomy Ambassadors
Meet the Summer A 2026 Lecture Anatomy Ambassadors
Every single Anatomy Ambassador is here to support you every step of the way! They’ve been through the course, excelled, and are now fully committed to guiding and enhancing your learning experience.
You’ll see them in every class -engaging in discussions, breaking down complex content, and sharing their proven tips to keep you ahead of the game. Their main goal? Your success.
You can count on them to guide you, support you, and keep you motivated. They’re not just ambassadors; they’re your greatest allies in this learning journey. Together, we’ll make this semester your best yet!
Vanessa Ruiz
Hi everyone! My name is Vanessa and I will be one of your lecture ambassadors, and a lab TA. I took the class Summer 2023. One tip I have for students is to PLEASE watch the videos and take notes before coming to class. The purpose of lecture is to build on top of the knowledge you gained from the videos as we will focus on comprehension of the material through iclickers and critical thinking questions. Missing a video or two happens as life happens but be sure to catch up as soon as possible to avoid a pile up. If you need any help do not hesitate to reach out to me, any of your other ambassadors, or Dr. Benaduce 🙂 Good luck!
Brenda Mendez
Hi everyone! My name is Brenda and I will be one of your lecture ambassadors, and a lab TA. I took the class Fall 2024. Helpful Tip: Anatomy can be overwhelming if you don’t study seriously from day one and make sure you understand the concept by making connections. I recommend studying with spaced repetition and active recall as often as possible. Be curious and enjoy the learning process! Any questions you have doubts on or get wrong is an opportunity to learn. Invest in your education by putting in the effort!
Andoni Mercado
Hello everyone! My name is Andoni and I will be one of your lecture ambassadors and lab TA. I took the class Summer 2023 and my tip is to find a friend in the class to practice with. That way you can quiz and also teach each other which we know is very helpful for learning. A new language is easier to learn when you can practice with someone. Good luck!
Abraham Alonso
You may call me Abe. I will be one of your lecture ambassadors and lab TA. I took the class Spring 2024. Helpful tip: Spaced repetition!
Christopher Garcia
I’m Christopher García and I took the class Fall 2025. My personal tip is to take handwritten notes from the lecture videos before every class and stay consistent. Make sure to read the Puzzle Pieces after the corresponding lecture and, most importantly, before each exam. Attending lab recitations is essential for helpful tips and a deeper understanding of both the lab and lecture material. Putting consistent time and effort into studying for this course will always pay off in your performance and achievements.
Reynaldo Bruzos
Hi guys, I’m Rey. My tip for you is that on top of taking notes (or instead), read the puzzle pieces/watch the videos and as you do so, make flashcards on Anki as you go. It’s much easier to do flashcards anywhere and any time to help with your active recall than taking out your notes and just passively reading. That’s how I did it over Summer A in 6 weeks and got an A in lab and lecture 💅🤏🏻 if you need help or want productivity tips, please feel free to come up to me at any time 🙂
Obel Cabrera
I took the class in Summer 2025. My advice would be to always do both: watch the videos and read the puzzle pieces before coming to class, and then really pay attention and engage in lecture because it will really help you iron out those concepts that you weren’t able to fully get on your own and will also help you apply your prior knowledge in interesting and useful ways. I would also recommend that you get to know your classmates and make study groups and discuss the contents of the class with each other. Happy hours are the perfect time for this. Other than that, remember to stay consistent and enjoy your time in the class, and I promise that you will succeed!
Alex Murillo
Hey yall, my name is Alex Murillo. I took this course in the summer of 2025. One thing I cannot recommend enough is not to be afraid to ask questions and make mistakes. Dr. Benaduce and the AA's are here to help you, not hurt you. Moreover, if you can, I would highly recommend that you attend happy hours. When studying or reviewing the material, it is very convenient and helpful to have the AA's there to answer any questions or clear up any misunderstandings.
Derek Del Castillo
Hello everyone! My name is Derek and I will be one of your lecture ambassadors this semester. I took this course in the Summer 2025 semester, and my tip would be to watch the videos and try your best to take notes on them prior to class. Good luck!
Andrea Mora
Tip: I took the class Fall 2025 and I strongly recommend watching all the videos before class and taking detailed notes, that way you know what will be covered in class and get a chance to clarify some information you might need!
Emily Moya
Hello everyone! My name is Emily and I took the class Fall 2025. Something that helped me be successful when I took this course was active recall. I’d pop-quiz myself on topics as I went along my day. It's helpful to study a little bit every day. Also, make sure you take handwritten notes! I always made little drawing/simple diagrams in my notes to help me understand. Try to explain concepts and make connections in your own words.
Yousef Morad
Hello everyone! My name is Yousef Morad, I took Human Anatomy in Fall 2025 and my tip would be to make use of all your resources. Every resource you will have access to this semester will be effective in helping you understand the content. What worked for me was taking handwritten notes on the lecture videos, cross referencing with the puzzle pieces, and connect ideas from the lab!
Herene Saint-Clair
I took the class Summer A 2025. One of the most important things I learned from this class is that time management is key. The lecture and lab both move quickly and cover a lot of material, so planning ahead and setting aside time to study each week made a huge difference. Breaking the workload into smaller, manageable chunks not only helped me keep up with the pace but also allowed me to retain and apply the information more effectively.
Madisyn Cartaya
I took the class Spring 2025. Helpful Tip: Make sure to take full advantage of all the resources and materials that Dr. Benaduce has! The resources are there for a reason and I can’t stress enough how useful they are! USE THEM!