Jillyan is a soon-to-be graduate of Saint Xavier University, earning her degree in Molecular Biology on the pre-med track with plans to pursue a career in surgery. She joined the Homewood Science Center as a volunteer to engage in science beyond the classroom and now supports programming by helping develop and implement engaging STEM initiatives for local students.

Committed to service and leadership, Jillyan volunteers in both emergency department and hospice settings and serves as a board member of the Black Student Union on campus. In her free time, she enjoys shopping and reading.