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Samielle Taylor

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • Singing
  • Writing
  • Running
  • Biology
  • Science
  • Neuroscience
  • Hair Styling
  • Health Sciences
  • Mentoring

Reading

  • Academic
  • Childrens
  • Cookbooks
  • Cultural
  • Health
  • Magical Realism
  • Religion
  • Novels
  • Psychology
  • Spirituality
  • Adult Fiction
  • Science Fiction

I read books multiple times a week.

Bio

My family came to America seeking asylum from a war that stripped from them a life they'd worked tirelessly to build. Nevertheless in all things, it is better to hope than to despair. My grandfather bought me a medical play-set for my fourth birthday. Before long, my imagination swirled with visions of medical miracles. Although I didn't realize it then, the fascination of that small girl would endure for years to come. My dream of becoming a doctor has become my guiding compass through setbacks and victories. At twenty, I was pregnant. My grief from the loss of my father who had battled lymphoma was still fresh. After giving birth to my son in January 2018, I returned to college within two weeks. Terrified and overwhelmed, I was sure that I was going to succeed. I had to. It was that simple.    Although I did succeed, I know what it's like to fail; after my freshman year of college, I was academically dismissed.  I struggled to balance caring for my father, working and attending college full-time. Since then, there have been moments when I've questioned whether my financial limitations and academic missteps would prevent me from reaching my goals. However, I've learned that my losses and failures have given me an invaluable gift: a deeper understanding and compassion for others overcoming similar struggles. My empathy-based approach toward servant-leadership has proven to be my strength. The physician I dream of becoming will prioritize compassionate care and advocacy for those whose voices too often go unheard.

Education

The College of New Jersey

Bachelor's degree program

2020 – 2020

Majors:
  • Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences
  • Chemistry, Other
Minors:
  • Public Health
  • Marketing
  • Spanish Language and Literature
GPA3.9 GPA

Mercer County Community College

Associate's degree program

2017 – 2019

Majors:
  • Chemistry, General
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General
GPA3.6 GPA

Rutgers University-Newark

Bachelor's degree program

2014 – Present

Majors:
  • Neuroscience
GPA0.7 GPA

Stuart Country Day Sc Sac Hrt

High School

2010 – 2014

GPA3.0 GPA

Miscellaneous

Majors of interest:
Biochemistry
Test scores:
  • SAT1890

Career

  • Cashier and Pharmacy Tech

    Food & Beverages · Shoprite of Lawrenceville

    Jan 2019 – Present

  • Tutor and Facilitator

    Higher Education · West Windsor Learning Center

    Jan 2019 – Present

  • Intern - Research Assistant

    Research · Institute for Biomarker Research

    Jan 2019 – Jan 2019

  • Receptionist

    Higher Education · Rutgers University Learning Center

    Jan 2014 – Jan 2015

  • Baby-Sitter/Nanny

    Individual & Family Services · Private (Princeton Area)

    Jan 2013 – Jan 2018

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Medical Practice
Dream career goals:
MD/PhD - Physician & Research Scientist. I hope to open my own clinic in or near underserved populations where patients can receive high-quality care from passionate, diverse and culturally-competent staff. My goal is to expand to include multiple campuses, all accessible by public transportation. I hope to also found a mentorship program for socioeconomically disadvantaged and minority students interested in pursuing medicine and to provide scholarships to fund their aspirations. I have already taken a small step towards realizing this dream by founding Mercer Medical Club which provides a $1,000 annual scholarship to one student pursing a career in healthcare. The club also provides resources and guidance to all pre-healthcare professionals at my former community college.
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Volunteering
  • Philanthropy
  • Entrepreneurship
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