Tyler joined DEM to find a supportive community of students on similar professional tracks whom he could relate to and share experiences with. Since joining DEM, Tyler has been able to find meaningful relationships with people who he feels he can rely on. Currently, Tyler has plans to apply for the BS/MS program to obtain a master's degree, and afterwards he plans on applying to medical schools around the country. A few of Tyler's hobbies include lion dancing, video games, and playing piano.