Big Sister in the Cheryl Speranza Leadership Institute's Big Sister, Little Sister Program. Provided academic and social guidance to younger scholars within the program.

4 year leadership institute for minorities at Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women. Scholars undergo intense interview process for acceptance and attend monthly leadership classes consisting of lessons on important leadership skills, group projects, discussion panels, and presentations

Internship through Rochester's Summer Youth Employment Program, Placed in Guest Services Department at Unity HospitalTrained in wheelchair assistance; attended orientation and training, directed visitors, greeted and transported elderly, disabled visitors to patients' rooms

Selective science and technology program at the U of R for students with an interest in science and/or healthcare related professions. Worked directly with medical doctors, technical staff, and medical students on health-related skills like suturing and CPR. Exposed to a variety of academic and professional skill development to enhance problem-solving, critical thinking, and test-taking skills through hands-on learning. Participating in independent group research study and presented presentation at program's closing ceremony