Keara Coulehan

Keara ham serves as a Master's Research Assistant in El Paso, Texas, where she focuses on neuroscience and behavioral neuroscience. She earned her bachelor's degree in neuroscience from the University of Texas at El Paso and is currently pursuing a master's degree in clinical mental health therapy at the same institution. In addition to her academic work, Keara participates in the community scientist program, helping researchers better engage with underserved Hispanic communities. She is also a member of Amana Ser People's Project, a community organization dedicated to social and environmental justice, where she has contributed for three years by building campaigns, conducting research, and creating outreach materials. Her current efforts include the Escuelas frescas campaign, which advocates for adequate HVAC systems in schools serving underserved communities to protect students' health and cognitive function in extreme heat. Keara attributes her success and resilience to her mother, a single parent who overcame significant challenges, and she is committed to empowering other women through her work and advocacy.