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Mashal Naseem

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Bio

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 program
2025 - 2026
  • Majors:
    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

DePaul University

Bachelor's degree program
2018 - 2023
  • Majors:
    • 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
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      • Hospital & Health Care
    • Dream career goals:

      APRN

    • Nurse Technician

      UChicago Medicine Advent Health
      2025 – Present1 year
    • Patient Access Specialist

      UChicago Medicine Advent Health
      2024 – 20251 year
    • Patient Care Liaison

      Duly Health and Care
      2022 – 20231 year

    Research

    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

      DePaul University — Student
      2025 – Present

    Public services

    • Advocacy

      United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) — Speaker
      2025 – 2025
    • Volunteering

      ICNA Relief USA — Volunteer
      2022 – 2023
    • Volunteering

      Salt and Light Coalition — Student Volunteer
      2025 – 2025
    • Volunteering

      Indo American Center — Volunteer
      2022 – 2024

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering