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I read books multiple times per week
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A driven student at the University of New Hampshire's College of Health and Human Services, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy and a minor in Disability Studies. A Hamel Scholar and member of the Hamel Honors and Scholars College, GPA 3.83. Currently in my junior year, with a long-term goal of obtaining my doctorate. First gaining experience as a practicing OT and eventually becoming a college professor.
I volunteer as a Dean’s Ambassador and Peer Mentor supporting all students. I am dedicated to community service through Girls on the Run and Healthy Kids Running, and I also participate in GIVE Club and Intramural Sports. I am an active member in SOTA, NHOTA, and AOTA, reflecting my passion for advocacy.
I was the 2024 Health Innovation Ideathon winner for my app MindMatch. I work at the Center for Digital Health and Innovation, and as a Home Health Aide. I hold certifications in Managing Seizures with IDD, Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia, Medicine Training/Administration, and CPR.
I live with non-visible disabilities, yet I embrace challenges, proving that barriers do not define me.
Graduated high school, NH Scholar, 4.4467 GPA. Earning, US President’s Gold Academic Excellence, Principal’s Leadership/Faculty Excellence, and US Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete. Recognized for, Bitter Injustice Project, World War II Japanese Encampment Art, 1st chair violin orchestra and Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership State Award.
Education
University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Timberlane Regional High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
- Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Career
Dream career field:
Hospital & Health Care
Dream career goals:
Long-term goal is to obtain a doctorate in Occupational Therapy; first gaining hands-on experience as a practicing OT before transitioning into academia as a professor of occupational therapy to guide future healthcare providers.
Research Intern
Center for Digital Health and Innovation2025 – Present11 monthsIntern
Atkinson Academy Elementary School, Occupational Therapy2022 – 20231 yearIntern
OT Works 4 Kidz2022 – 20231 yearIntern
Shepard Hand Therapy2022 – 20231 yearDirect Support Professional
Life Visions2024 – 2024Home Health Aide
Bee Helpful Home Care2025 – Present11 months
Sports
Track & Field
Varsity2019 – 20234 years
Awards
- Captain
- 400m State Title 10thplace
Basketball
Varsity2019 – 20234 years
Awards
- Unsung Hero Award
- Captain
Soccer
Club2015 – 20238 years
Awards
- Most Valuable Player
Research
Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, General
Timberlane Regional High School, AP Biology — Student Researcher2022 – 2023Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Center for Digital Health and Innovation — Researcher2025 – Present
Arts
Timberlane Regional School Art Honor Society
Visual ArtsBitter Injustice Project; WWII Japanese Encampment Art Piece, local & national Award2021 – 2023Timberlane Regional School District
Music1st chair, Chamber, Concert Master, Vice President2013 – 2023
Public services
Volunteering
Healthy Kids Running Series — Mentor2022 – 2024Advocacy
College of Health and Human Services, University of New Hampshire — ACE Peer Mentor2024 – PresentVolunteering
College of Health and Human Services, University of New Hampshire — Deans Ambassador2024 – PresentAdvocacy
Life of an Owl Student Assistant Program — Student Leader2019 – 2023Volunteering
Girls on the Run — Mentor2020 – Present