Claudia Greenberg, ’26
B.S. Biology, Elon University (2023)
Email: capenny@uncg.edu
Pronouns: She/her/hers
My name is Claudia (Penny) Greenberg, and I am from Apex, North Carolina. I came to genetic counseling after realizing that I wanted a more personal connection with patients than a doctor would have. Genetic counseling was the perfect mix of hard-science and emotional connection that allowed me to follow my passion for educating others.
I received my BS in Biology from Elon University where I was a member of the softball team. My undergraduate research investigated the evolution of mitochondrial DNA in hybrid tree lizards under the mentorship of Dr. Haenel (I’m a huge biochemistry nerd). Additionally, I volunteered for the Women’s Resource Center of Alamance County as a reception advocate.
After undergrad, I worked at Duke University as a clinical research specialist in the Blood Cancer Center. My team worked with the Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research (CIBMTR) to report patient’s progress pre- and post-bone marrow transplant. I oversaw the pediatrics department’s reporting, which led to me developing a special love for the pediatric cancer population. I also volunteered with Duke’s “Caring For Each Other” peer support network, as a coach for the Miracle League, and on the 7Cups platform.
In my free time, I love exercising and running, reading, listening to Taylor Swift, and cooking. If you have questions about being a reapplicant, the LEND traineeship, or UNCG, please reach out!