Samantha Nardella is a Graduate Coach with InGenius Prep based in Washington, D.C., who applies a data-informed, empathetic approach to coaching. She earned her Master of Public Health (MPH) from the Yale School of Public Health and her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Psychology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she graduated with highest honors, summa cum laude, and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa.
Samantha currently works at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine as an epidemiologist on a CDC-funded project focused on promoting community and national sexual wellness. During her graduate studies, she conducted research on sexual and gendered health, presenting her work at international conferences and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
Beyond research, Samantha has taught courses on health equity, mentored students in academic and professional development, and facilitated educational workshops for thousands of students on healthy relationships. As a Graduate Coach, she is passionate about helping students build confidence in their goals and craft authentic, purpose-driven applications.