Hello! My name is Mansura and I am an undergraduate college student studying Biochemistry with aspirations to attend medical school. As a physician, I hope to specialize in maternal care and contribute to women's health research. Additionally, having lived and worked in New York City, I have a strong appreciation for different cultures and perspectives, which enables me to bring an international mindset to my endeavors. I plan to bring my learnings to yet another inspiring and intellectual environment and look forward to collaborating with my peers! My interest in pursuing a healthcare career grew when I volunteered at the Queens Select Medical Clinic, where I often translated for patients and saw the relief they felt when I spoke in Bengali. Moments such as these drive my motivation to work within the healthcare field, where research and future innovations are in constant need. With a foundation of knowledge within biosciences, I hope to research telemedicine solutions within my career and create solutions that address the diversity of all communities. I want to ensure that patients can receive accessible care where language barriers do not prevent patients from receiving the care they need. I am determined to contribute to a future where accessible healthcare is not only a possibility but a promise.

• 2023 Summer Debate Champion, American Debate League, Scholarship Recipient: Won the 2023 Summer Debate Championship and received a scholarship for excellence in debate, demonstrating strong analytical and communication skills.

  Civic & Social Organization · Bella Abzug Leadership Institute

  Jan 2023 – Jan 2025

• Student Volunteer: Gained hands-on experience in vitals, blood pressure, and stroke recognition at Mount Sinai. Attended 15+ lectures on cardiology, pulmonology, and neurology, and participated in case studies and dissections.

  Hospital & Health Care · Mount Sinai

  Jan 2024 – Present

• Tutor: Founded and managed a tutoring business, focusing on NYS test prep and multi-subject mastery for elementary students. Adapted teaching methods to diverse learning needs while tracking and encouraging student progress.

  Education

  Jan 2022 – Present

• Completed 80 hours of instruction in Product Management, and over 80 hours of coding training in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Repl.it, and Bootstrap

  Computer Software · America On Tech, Inc.

  Jan 2024 – Jan 2025

• Advocacy
• Volunteering
• Philanthropy
• Entrepreneurship

• Bowling

  Varsity · 1 award

  2024 – 2025

  Awards:

  PSAL Queens District 2nd Place Championship

• Innovation Research Scholar: Led a 5-month project on health inequalities in industrial areas near low-income housing, conducting research with Mount Sinai and Seeds of Fortune. Presented findings at a C-suite level to key stakeholders.

  Mount Sinai Hospital, Seeds of Fortune · Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

  2023 – Present

  Research topic:

  Health inequalities in industrial areas near low-income housing

• Market Research Intern: Selected as 1 of 2 interns to assess youth health literacy in NYC schools. Conducted surveys and interviews with 50+ students and presented key findings to Puberry directors.

  Puberry EdTech App, Columbia University · Health and Medical Administrative Services

  2024 – 2025

  Research topic:

  Health Education

• Prepared lab samples and recorded data using Secchi disks, nitrate tests, pH meters, and turbidity meters to analyze field conditions in NYC. Tracked daily observations and presented weekly research findings to professors and program leaders.

  Queens College · Geography and Environmental Studies

  2024 – 2024

  Research topic:

  Field Research

• Responsible for editorial publishing and reviewing yearbook pages under committee deadlines.

  Yearbook Committee, The Young Women's Leadership School of Queens · Design

  2025 – Present

  Productions:

  Class of 2025, Senior Yearbook

• Fashion Design Intern: Researched youth trends, studied fabrics with a Kith mentor, and assisted in product shoots, gaining hands-on fashion and textile experience.

  Kith, Kinnect Scholar · Illustration

  2023 – Present

• Children’s Program Director & Youth Rep: Directed monthly programs for 30+ students, contributing 100+ hours of service. Organized events like talent shows and movie nights for 60+ participants.

  Volunteering · Masjid Arryan

  2024 – Present

  Mission:

  To engage and educate youth through Islamic programs, fostering community involvement and personal growth, while organizing impactful events that promote learning, creativity, and connection.

• Secretary: Coordinated volunteer activities with local charities, organized fundraising events raising $900, tracked attendance for 20+ meetings, and ensured effective communication and follow-up.

  Advocacy · UNICEF Club, The Young Women's Leadership School of Queens

  2022 – 2023

  Mission:

  To organize community service projects, raise funds for welfare programs, and ensure effective communication within the club to support UNICEF’s goals.

• Founder, Co-President: Led a team of 30+ students across photography, writing, design, and editorial departments. Managed publication deadlines, ensuring high-quality work under tight timelines for a school community of 500+.

  Advocacy · Newspaper Committee, The Young Women's Leadership School of Queens.

  2023 – Present

  Mission:

  To foster creativity, collaboration, and journalistic excellence by guiding a team in producing high-quality, timely publications that inform and engage our school community.

• Shadowed healthcare professionals for 15+ hours in family medicine, provided Bengali-English translation, welcomed patients, processed paperwork, assisted physicians, and managed calls during peak clinic hours.

  Volunteering · Brooklyn Select Physicians Medical Clinic

  2024 – Present

  Mission:

  To bridge language gaps in healthcare, support physicians, and ensure patients receive clear, compassionate care through translation and administrative assistance