Gregory Kritsky is a senior at the University of Texas at Austin, majoring in Plan II Honors and Mathematics. As an undergraduate, Gregory quickly became involved with the Freshman Research Initiative, performing research in physical chemistry with the Computational Nanoparticles Stream for Graeme Henkelman. After participating in a Mock Healthcare Hearing at the Texas State Capitol, his interests turned to public policy and law. For the past year he utilized his talents in research and public service by working for Texas State Senator Eddie Lucio, Jr, of District 27. Gregory is an avid dancer and has taught others to dance as an officer for Longhorn Salsa. After graduation, Gregory hopes to earn a law degree to help advocate for people's rights and to continue pursuing his passion of dancing.