Celebrating the Graduating Class of 2026: Max Bringhurst

Max Bringhurst ‘26 (BS) is graduating this year with a Bachelor of Science in biology and a minor in chemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences. 

Originally from Seattle, Bringhurst chose to attend the University of San Diego to stay on the West Coast and quickly found a sense of belonging.

“I fell in love with the small class sizes, friendly community and just overwhelming beauty of San Diego in general,” Bringhurst said.

During his time at USD, Bringhurst became involved in undergraduate research in Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Joseph Provost’s lab, studying how two enzymes interact to influence the body’s energy use and metabolism. His work led to an opportunity to present at a national conference this semester.

“It was an incredible experience because I got to present to experts in the field as an undergraduate and have real scientific conversations with people,” Bringhurst said.

After graduation, he plans to work as an EMT before attending medical school, with the long-term goal of becoming an emergency room doctor and eventually specializing in outdoor medicine.

Reflecting on his time at USD, Bringhurst said his experience has been “incredible.”

“I wouldn’t trade it for the world. Every time I talk to my brother or my family or any of my friends, I’m always hyping up USD and the time that I’ve had here and the friends I’ve made. It’s been amazing,” Bringhurst said.