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Alyssa Montanez

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • Gardening
  • Movies And Film
  • Baking
  • Ceramics And Pottery
  • Advocacy And Activism
  • Travel And Tourism
  • Biology
  • Cars and Automotive Engineering
  • Mental Health
  • Medicine
  • Yoga
  • Spanish
  • American Sign Language (ASL)

Reading

  • Romance
  • Horror
  • Drama
  • Mystery
  • Thriller

Bio

I possess a desire to explore the sciences in the medical field. My immediate goal is to gain a solid foundation in biology, explore my academic strengths, and further my education in a specific branch of medicine. My patient and empathetic nature are due to my familial experience with individuals living with disabilities. This lived experience has allowed me a deeper understanding of how to communicate with people. My experiences also attribute to the advocacy with which I have had the privilege to become introduced to and am currently active with. I have a personal interest in the advancement of both physical and mental health for all. I am passionate about education and research on how biological processes can be enhanced through science. My intention to further medical advancements made by previous scientists that held a personal stake in the health and happiness of humankind is what makes me a candidate for your consideration.

Education

Arcadia University

Bachelor's degree program

2024 – 2028

Majors:
  • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

Delaware Valley Regional High School

High School

2020 – 2024

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Graduate schools of interest:
Columbia University in the City of New York, Rutgers University-New Brunswick, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Meharry Medical College
Majors of interest:
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Medical school interest:
Yes

Career

  • Resident Advisor

    Higher Education · Arcadia University

    Jan 2026 – Present

  • Cashier

    Retail · Phillips Farms

    Jan 2022 – Present

  • Project Management Intern

    Financial Services · Peapack Private Bank & Trust

    Jan 2025 – Jan 2025

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Hospital & Health Care
Dream career goals:
Orthopedic Doctor
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Volunteering
  • Philanthropy
Pettable Pet Lovers Scholarship
These are my beautiful girls, Rosie and Isabella. Rosie is a 13-year-old chihuahua and Isabella is a 9-year-old tuxedo cat. The duo enjoy each other’s company as paradoxical that may sound. They prefer to spend their free time sunbathing and frolicking in the yard. The photos I have chosen perfectly capture my infatuation with them as well as their love for the camera. (BTW, Rosie loved the peanut butter cupcakes featured on @join.pettable.)