“My interest in healthcare grew from seeing how small decisions can ripple into meaningful consequences. Working in pre-hospital and hospital settings showed me how communication and judgment can shape outcomes just as much as medical knowledge. Studying biology alongside cyberpsychology at NJIT allows me to examine health from both a scientific and systems-oriented lens, preparing me to think critically in an evolving healthcare landscape.” – Shailee Shah ’26H
Our March Scholar of the Month is Shailee Shah ’26H, a senior biology and cyberpsychology major, an Albert Dorman Honors College Scholar, and a recipient of the Saul K. and Roberta Fenster Scholarship for Exceptional Students. Drawing upon a strong work ethic instilled in her by her parents, Shailee’s curiosity, discipline, and proactive approach have shone through in all she has accomplished at NJIT.
Shailee’s commitment to understanding the human body and cellular processes has helped her maintain an impressive 3.95 GPA. Her natural curiosity for these subjects has also allowed her to challenge herself in courses such as Organic Chemistry and Molecular Biology. Additionally, Shailee combined her biology studies with cyberpsychology to better understand the ways advances in artificial intelligence are reshaping healthcare. Outside of the classroom, she works to better the Newark community as President of NJIT’s chapter of Circle K International and creates Little Free Pantries to help alleviate local food insecurity.
The professional experience Shailee garnered while pursuing her undergraduate degree is also exemplary. While pursuing her dual program, she has also learned medical scribing at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, gained EMT experience at Montgomery Township’s and NJIT’s first aid squads, and served as a helpline specialist with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Her internship experience includes working in public health in the New Jersey Department of Health and in global development at Johnson & Johnson.
After graduation, Shailee plans to pursue a career in healthcare that integrates clinical care with systems-level problem-solving. She intends to apply interdisciplinary thinking and strong analytical skills to healthcare settings, using her unique academic background to help drive innovation in the field.
