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Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Currently gathering quantitative and qualitative data under the direction of Dr. Massy Mutumba, as part of the application-based SOAR (Student Opportunities for AIDS/HIV Research) program. Tasks include coding interview transcripts pertaining to sexual violence perpetrated against disabled women and girls in Uganda, writing manuscripts to communicate meaningful findings, and grant applications to continue research in Uganda during summer 2024.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Examined the neurobiology of motivation, glutamatergic plasticity, addiction and obesity in the lab of Dr. Carrie Ferrario, Associate Professor and Member of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology. Responsibilities included complete facilitation of an individually project, handling and administering treatments to animal specimens, behavior monitoring, data maintenance, and rat colony management.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

I worked an an intern at South Main Orthopedics, the clinical practice of Dr. James Holmes, specializing in foot and ankle orthopedic surgery. While with the practice, I conducted research on the differing clinical outcomes between operative and non-operative interventions to treat achilles tendon ruptures.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Selected as one of five students to join the 2022 iteration of Rush University Medical Center’s Summer Undergraduate Research Program, where I worked alongside PhD students to study synucleinopathies (neurodegenerative disorders) in the lab of Dr. Bryan Killinger.

Glenview, Illinois, United States

Created a positive fine dining experience for clientele in both casual and banquet settings.

Glenview, Illinois, United States

Taught weekly piano lessons to beginner and intermediate level students aged 8-14.

Glenview, Illinois, United States

Led cultural exploration workshops, facilitated meaningful conversations, and collaborated with leaders of identity clubs, teachers, and administrators to create and reinforce an inclusive environment for all students.

Chicago, Il

Conducted primary research and analyzed data to combat a plethora of relevant issues including social media and its impact on teenage mental health, the accessibility of social welfare programs, and opportunities for improvement in the Chicago Police Dept's house arrest technologies.

Lemont, Illinois, United States

Through Argonne's Exemplary Student Research Program I was able to use X-ray diffraction to study the structure of Yttrium Gallium Manganese Oxide, a synthetic dye.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Major: Biopsychology, Cognition, And Neuroscience, Senior

Activities and Societies: DEI Chair - Phi Chi Professional Fraternity Executive Board Member - DRIVECurrently pursuing a major.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: President of Black Student Union, Varsity Track Athlete