Edith Yang

Edith Yang is a consultant for Snider Consulting Group. She joined SCG as a member of Cohort 12 in the Spring of 2026.

Edith is pursuing a B.S. in Bioengineering. She is a part of QUEST Cohort 47 and Integrated Life Science Honors.

Edith’s strengths are driven through data analysis, communication, and graphic design. She works well in team-oriented settings to optimize each member’s strengths to develop innovative solutions that are at the forefront of the industry.

Outside of SCG, Edith is a peer mentor for incoming freshmen in the Integrated Life Sciences Honors Program, supporting students in their transition to college with finding research opportunities, creating a 4-year course plan, and exploring clinical experience. Additionally, she was a Programming Head in UMD’s Taiwanese American Student Association, managing volunteers and performers for their fall capstone event, Tour of Taiwan, and spring capstone event, Night Market. She is also a member of Kharis Campus Ministry.

Outside of UMD, Edith researches the genetic pathology of neurodegenerative diseases, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and frontotemporal dementia, at the Stanford School of Medicine. In her free time, Edith enjoys playing volleyball with friends and trying new restaurants.