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Glasnevin, Dublin 9

Elected as Science & Health Faculty Rep for the 2024/25 academic yearMember of the 2024/25 DCUSU ExecutiveReceived USI-AMLÉ PTO trainingIncreased class rep participation from 110 to 217 members (a growth of 96%)

Glasnevin, Dublin 9

Former BHS1 and BHS2 Class RepMember of the Class Rep CouncilReceived Introductory and Advanced Class Rep Training @ NStEPAwarded NStEP Student Engagement Award

Dublin, County Dublin

Initiated the DCU Science and HealthJournal projectCurrently independent, but planning to begin recruiting volunteers soonDeveloping foundational elements and planning for launchAiming for full operational status by summer 2025

Ireland

Dublin, County Dublin

County Dublin, Ireland

Initiated the Genesis Gymnastics Coaching Database projectDeveloping foundational elements and planning for launchLong term project aiming for full operational status by summer 2025

Santry, Dublin 17

Santry, Dublin 17

Promoted to Gymnast and Staff Supervisor after passing my WAG Level 2, managing a diverse team of 19 coaches and ensuring all aspects of each shift are run smoothly in a demanding, customer-focused environment.Fostered inspiration, motivation, and teamwork among staff while effectively delegating tasks, resulting in improved team productivity.Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, conveying information effectively to coaches, gymnasts, and parents.Successfully coordinated operations for recreational and developmental classes, ensuring smooth transitions and high-quality experiences for gymnasts.Maintained and updated equipment, enhancing safety measures and customer satisfaction.Mentored and coached fellow coaches, providing personalised feedback and guidance to enhance coaching skills and teaching techniques. Proactively addressed challenging situations and conflicts within the gym, promoting a positive and collaborative environment.

Santry, Dublin 17

After training as a competitive artistic gymnast for over 10 years and as an acrobatic gymnast at Excel Gymnastics Club, I progressed on to becoming a coach. Working as part of a team where the basics and fundamentals of gymnastics are taught to young children and adolescents through our club syllabus before moving on to more advanced skills. Took part in a dual gym partnership program between Grange Gymnastics and Eccles Gymnastics Club, in which I showcased my adaptability by seamlessly integrating into both environments. Obtained a GymSTART Level 1 qualification.

Oldtown, County Dublin

Glasnevin, Dublin 9

Teaching Assistant for CAT Social Psychology (12-17 year-olds) and for Zoology and Robotics (8-12 year-olds)

Glasnevin, Dublin 9

Awarded a competitive research internship by the DCU School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health (SNPCH) to lead my research project, "Maternal Postpartum Depression and Cognitive Development in Infancy and Early Childhood: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis."Secured €1,524 in funding from the SNPCH to support this research, collaborating closely with my supervisor, Professor Anne Matthews, while managing primary research responsibilities, including data collection and analysis.Registered my protocol via PROSPERO to ensure transparency and alignment with rigorous standards. Completed 120 hours of research experience, screening, reviewing, and extracting data from almost 600 peer-reviewed papers using Covidence, ensuring meticulous adherence to systematic review protocols.

Rolestown, County Dublin

Ensuring that the Centra brand is well-represented within our store, as well as reliable operation of the till, handling cash, debit and credit card transactions correctly. Being able to deal with customer queries efficiently with excellent customer service and in a manner consistent with store policy. In addition to guaranteeing that petrol pumps are working correctly for sales. Along with stacking brands and products on a rotational basis, confirming that products are kept within their use-by dates. Assisting with inventory and stock takes

Bsc(Hons), Health And Society

Activities and Societies: Psychological Society Member 2022-Present, SNPCH Student Intern 2024, Science & Health Faculty Representative.

Junior Certificate And Leaving Certificate

Activities and Societies: Chairperson of the school Student Council 2017-2020 and following an invitation, became a member of the Irish.