Meet Esther

​“I believe in equity, and everybody deserves to have opportunities and access to resources regardless of who they are and where they originated from."

Esther Lim is a RISE AmeriCorps member serving with EMBARC Des Moines. She is also a member of the Medical Reserve Corps. 

​Currently Esther is studying at Mercy College of Health Sciences pursuing a degree in public health. She is striving to become a medical professional with a specialty in pediatric anesthesia. Before attending Mercy College, Esther earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Piano Performance at Drake University under the instruction of renowned Yamaha Artist, Dr. Nicholas Roth, allowing her to perform internationally in Europe and Asia.

​Although her passion for music still remains, her experiences at Drake University granted her the opportunity to recognize her true desire in saving lives. In addition to Esther’s interest in health, her humanitarianism, compassion, and sensitivity towards others led her to join AmeriCorps.