Research Assistants

Kaitlyn Burakowski

Kaitlyn is a senior at East Carolina University pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Physiology. She joined Team-OPPS in the Spring of 2023 as a research assistant for the Coaching Behaviors and Efficacy project. After graduating, Kaitlyn plans to pursue a career as a women’s basketball coach.

Darius Lawton

Darius is a junior at East Carolina University majoring in Sports Studies with a minor in Biology and Composite Natural Sciences. Darius joined Team-OPPS in the Spring of 2023 as a research assistant for the ROTC project. 

Sophia Garcia Calvo

Sophia is a senior at East Carolina University pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Physiology. After graduation she would like to further her education to become a Physician Assistant. Sophia joined Team-OPPS in the Spring of 2022 as a research assistant for the Eye Gazing study. Sophia is also a member of the Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority at ECU.

Cassidy Crist

Cassidy is a Senior at East Carolina University majoring in Exercise Physiology. She joined Team-OPPS in the Fall of 2022 as a research assistant for the ROTC project. After graduation, Cassidy plans to continue her career in medical device sales.