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Elli Shmunis

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • Ice Hockey
  • Physical Therapy
  • Russian
  • Reading
  • Tutoring
  • Cinematography
  • Animals
  • Astrology
  • Mental Health

Reading

  • Education
  • Adult Fiction
  • Mystery
  • Spirituality
  • Psychology
  • Fantasy

I read books multiple times a week.

Bio

From a young age, I found myself drawn to roles where I could support and uplift others, but I didn’t yet have a title to define my future. In high school, I spent my lunch period tutoring peers in math and English and realized how rewarding it was to help others learn and build confidence. I worked part-time as a physical therapy aide, discovering my interest in medicine and rehabilitation. I spent my weekends playing hockey and volunteering at the local ice rink. These experiences showed me how emotional support and human connection directly impact well-being, leading me to study Psychology. I am currently pursuing double degrees in Psychology and Business Management, and I hope to pursue higher education in clinical psychology to become a licensed professional for youth. My goal is to improve access to early mental health support, especially for children from low-income and underserved communities who often struggle to receive the care they need. Outside of academics, hockey has been one of the biggest parts of my life. Playing on my university’s women’s hockey team has taught me leadership, resilience, and teamwork. I also enjoy reading and spending time involved in research as a psychology research assistant, where I contribute to developmental psychology projects and learn more about how research can create meaningful change. Whether I am supporting patients at work, mentoring teammates, volunteering with young athletes, or contributing to research, I bring compassion, dedication, and empathy into everything I do.

Education

University of Maryland-College Park

Bachelor's degree program

2024 – 2028

Majors:
  • Psychology, General
GPA4.0 GPA

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Medical school interest:
No

Career

  • Social Media and Events Coordinator

    Marketing and Advertising · UMD Women's Ice Hockey

    Jan 2025 – Jan 2026

  • Director of Fundraising

    Financial Services · UMD Women's Ice Hockey

    Jan 2026 – Present

  • Physical Therapy Rehab Aide - (assist patients with exercises, support clinical operations, and facilitate a supportive and positive environment for recovering patients)

    Hospital & Health Care · Pivot Athletico Physical Therapy

    Jan 2024 – Present

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Mental Health Care
Dream career goals:
Clinical Psychologist
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Volunteering
  • Philanthropy
  • Entrepreneurship
Elli Shmunis Student Profile | Bold.org