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Washington, Dc, Us

Washington Dc

Stockton, California, United States

Stockton, California, United States

Stockton, California, United States

Stockton, California, United States

- Conducted comparative analysis research on HUD Opportunity Zones (OZs) nationwide- Researched the implementation of the city’s first-ever community development Giving Circle- Presented report of findings and recommendations to the Mayor and municipal staff- Helped organize youth-led podcast aimed at discussing challenges due to COVID-19

Merced, California Area

- Met with other UC campus' Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) representatives to oversee UC Student Health Insurance Program (UCSHIP)- Voted on measures to improve the implementation and distribution of care for all UCSHIP-enrolled students across in the UC system- Promoted UCSHIP benefits and waiver program- Educated students on plan benefits

Merced, California, United States

The Kenneth L. Maddy Institute - Office of Congressman Jim Costa (D-16)- Interacted with constituents, elected officials, and business/community leaders to address casework, concerns, and opinions on federal matters- Drafted congressional records, certificates, and constituent letters- Assisted legislative staff in the coordination of congressional events- Conducted research and literature review to understand the implications of Central Valley agricultural and health policy on developing nations

Merced, California Area

- Educated peers on health outcomes and preventive medicine techniques- Coordinated events related to the promotion of health and wellness on campus- Communicated student health concerns to campus leaders and community stakeholders- Developed and advocated for campus-wide policies to bring about positive health outcomes- Evaluated program outcomes and effectiveness- Founding member of the Merced County Coalition for Equity (All In 4 Health)http://www.allinforhealthmercedcounty.org/Mental Well-Being Intern2018-2019 Goal: Reduce the number of students that report having attempted suicide within the last 12 months from 2% to <1%Helped establish Active Minds chapter at UC Merced dedicated to reducing the stigma around the discussion of mental healthTeaching Koru Mindfulness meditation practices and continuing development of Mindfulness Project (see attachment)Physical Activity - Research & Assessment Chair2017-2018 Goal: Increase student physical activity rates from 39.9% to 53.5%Researched exercise promotion techniques Developed surveys and focus groups to gauge student attitudes about physical activity Compiled data to create summaries and recommendations to improve physical activity programs for campus stakeholdersDeveloped the “Mindfulness Project” - The objective of the project is to improve mental wellness and increase student physical activity through the integration of mindfulness meditation techniques with an active, low-intensity stroll through an outdoor location. The program was developed through input from surveys and focus groups. I met with campus gatekeepers to discuss the promises and feasibility of the program, and plan the logistics. My team also promoted the idea that physical activity contributes positively to mental health through a marketing campaign, as well as meditation classes and mental health workshops.

Merced, California Area

CRLA-Certified Learning Assistant- English/Reading/Composition tutor with 1000+ hours of experience- Outlined, organized, and proofread essays- Filed paperwork and maintained student records- Advertised PALS programs

Merced, California Area

- Analyzed Merced County’s Health Futures RIDE Immunization Registry for accuracy- Conducted surveys about provider attitudes about RIDE Registry/Athena EMR communication- Reported issues with both CCAH Provider Portal and RIDE Registry by cross-referencing EMR patient records with system reports- Utilized findings to advocate for updates to system/transition to CAIR registry and CCAH Provider Portal to organizational leadership- Presented CCAH/California Children’s Services integration to community members and promotion of medical provider etiquette related to opioids and naloxone distribution

Master Of Public Health - Mph, Public Health

Concentration: Health Systems & Policy

Master Of Science - Ms, Data Analysis & Policy

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Public Health

Minors: Economics; Community Research & Service