Meet Our Student Workers
Poorna Balakumar
I’m a fourth-year medical student from West Haven, CT who graduated from UConn in 2023. In my free time, I enjoy running, dancing, and travel!
Alessandra Bassani
My name is Alessandra, and I'm a fourth-year medical student! I am from New Fairfield, CT, and went to UConn for undergrad, majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology and Italian. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, playing soccer, and trying new desserts. I also love traveling and spent five weeks in Sorrento, Italy, studying abroad!
Karen Osei-Boamah
Hi, my name is Karen. In my free time, I like to explore food spots in the Northeast. My current favorite place is Maine Fish Market Restaurant in East Windsor, CT, because their seafood menu is extensive and the portions are huge.
Bob Saraceno
My name is Bob. I have been working at UConn Health Sciences Library in some capacity since 1997. I have an Australian Shepherd, and my favorite sport is ice hockey. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and hiking.