
Hobbies and interests
Advocacy And Activism
Mashal Naseem
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Winner
Mashal Naseem
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WinnerBio
I am committed to building a career in nursing that centers both clinical excellence and a deep understanding of the social factors that shape health. My long term goal is to become a registered nurse who not only provides high quality care, but also works to bridge gaps within the healthcare system. I am especially interested in how mental health intersects with structural inequality, and I hope to contribute to care that recognizes the full context of a patient’s lived experience.
I am most passionate about the connection between healthcare, advocacy, and community. I believe that effective care requires more than technical skill. It requires listening, cultural awareness, and a willingness to engage with the realities patients face outside of clinical settings. Through my academic work, public speaking, and community involvement, I have consistently sought to better understand these complexities and to support more inclusive and compassionate approaches to care.
I believe I am a strong candidate because I bring both intention and perspective to everything I do. I approach challenges with resilience, adaptability, and a strong sense of purpose. I am committed to continuous growth, and I value collaboration, empathy, and accountability in the spaces I am part of. My goal is not only to succeed in my field, but to contribute meaningfully to the people and communities I serve.
Education
DePaul University
Master's degree programMajors:
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
DePaul University
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Graduate schools of interest:
- DePaul University
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Career
Dream career field:
- Hospital & Health Care
Dream career goals:
APRN
Nurse Technician
UChicago Medicine Advent Health2025 – Present1 yearPatient Access Specialist
UChicago Medicine Advent Health2024 – 20251 yearPatient Care Liaison
Duly Health and Care2022 – 20231 year
Research
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
DePaul University — Student2025 – Present
Public services
Advocacy
United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) — Speaker2025 – 2025Volunteering
ICNA Relief USA — Volunteer2022 – 2023Volunteering
Salt and Light Coalition — Student Volunteer2025 – 2025Volunteering
Indo American Center — Volunteer2022 – 2024