Thus, began a new research collaboration between Schinker and Feldman and has led to not only several scientific publications and presentations on cyclids but also to igniting Schinker’s passion for geology.
She hopes to double major in geology and chemistry.
Meet Michael Marhefka
Michael Marhefka took his camera around the world to capture serious issues and use them in passion to seek a degree
Michael Marhefka is a freshman photography major from Richland County. A year ago, through his participation in Young Entrepreneurs Academy, Marhefka created JTFapparel, a clothing company that gives back to Destiny Rescue, a Christian organization dedicated to rescuing children trapped in exploitation and the sex trade.
His support of Destiny Rescue through his company soon led him on a two-week adventure to the organization’s headquarters in Cambodia and Thailand. There, he discovered a passion for photography.
“This was my first time in a third world country and was heartbroken by the way of life, that I was previously oblivious to,” Marhefka said. “Inspired by the unique way of life in this new country, I began taking photos, trying to remember every moment, journaling incessantly to preserve the sounds, the smells, the passion, the heartbreak.”
