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Sophia Baumann

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Bio

I am a trauma-informed, research-driven, and patient-centered healthcare professional who is passionate about the intersections that underlie in women's healthcare. After pursuing an unconventional educational route, being a Commonwealth of Massachusetts General Educational Development (GED) recipient in 2021, I started my Bachelor's of Science in Psychology at Utah State University Fall 2022 as a nontraditional student. Moving across the country alone and attending collegiate level courses with limited academic training unfurled my passion for learning. Graduated with Cum Laude Latin Honors Spring 2026, complemented with minors in Mental Health Advocacy & Awareness, Sexuality Studies, and Yoga Studies. I had the pleasure of 4+ years in clinical training in an eating disorder treatment center. I also held leadership roles at USU in research labs, as an Undergraduate Teaching Fellow, and Project Assistantship for rural public health. I contributed towards presentations, publications, grant-proposals, and grant-funded projects. Current research interests align with women's healthcare, specifically the treatment and diagnosis of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). I am excited to continue my academic and clinical profession journey in my home state, at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) in their Accelerated Diagnostic Medical Sonography program on the Boston campus! I am dedicated to cultivating a safe, inclusive, and patient-focused environment.

Education

MCPHS University

Bachelor's degree program
2026 - 2028
  • Majors:
    • Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

Utah State University

Bachelor's degree program
2022 - 2026
  • Majors:
    • Psychology, General

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      • Hospital & Health Care
    • Dream career goals:

    • General, Restorative, Vinyasa, & Hatha Yoga Instructor

      Utah State University Aggie Recreation Center (ARC)
      2025 – Present1 year
    • Receptionist, Sales Associate, & Social Media Marketing Assistant: Seasonal

      Pure Barre & Club Pilates - Exercise Franchise
      2021 – Present5 years
    • Direct Care Associate for Adult and Adolescent Units

      Avalon Hills: Eating Disorder Programs & Specialists
      2022 – Present4 years
    • Institute for Disability, Policy, and Practice (IDRPP) Project Coordinator I

      The Center for Mental Health Promotion (CMHP)
      2025 – Present1 year
    • Undergraduate Teaching Fellow (UTF), USU Honors College - The Authentic Aesthetic: Psychology, Identity, and Expression

      Utah State University Psychology Department
      2026 – 2026
    • Undergraduate Teaching Fellow (UTF), Psychology Senior Capstone: Science of Human Connection

      Utah State University Psychology Department
      2025 – 20261 year
    • Undergraduate Teaching Fellow (UTF) - Introduction to Psychology - PSY 1010

      Utah State University Psychology Department
      2025 – 20261 year

    Sports

    Cycling

    Intramural
    2023 – Present3 years

    Climbing

    Intramural
    2024 – Present2 years

    Boxing

    Club
    2023 – 20241 year

    Bouldering

    Intramural
    2024 – Present2 years

    Aerobics

    Intramural
    2024 – 20251 year

    Alpine Skiing

    Club
    2024 – Present2 years

    Alpine Skiing

    Club
    2024 – Present2 years

    Snowboarding

    Club
    2024 – Present2 years

    Cross-Country Running

    Varsity
    2018 – 20213 years

    Soccer

    Varsity
    2006 – 202115 years

    Research

    • Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies, Other

      Utah State University — Undergraduate Student Member of the Sexuality and the Body Research Cluster
      2024 – 2026
    • Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities

      Utah State University — Horizons Undergraduate Research Competition Team Member
      2024 – 2025
    • Research and Experimental Psychology

      Utah State University: Psychology Department — Undergraduate Research Assistant - Equity and Development in School Lab
      2024 – 2025
    • Neurobiology and Neurosciences

      Utah State University: Neuroscience Department — Undergraduate Research Assistant - Warren Neuromodulation Lab
      2026 – 2026
    • Public Health

      Utah State University Student Association: Student Club and Organization — Student Member - Students United for Reproductive Freedom (SURF)
      2024 – 2026
    • Public Health

      Utah State University Student Association: Student Club and Organization — Postbarraculate Member - Students United for Reproductive Freedom (SURF)
      2026 – Present
    • Research and Experimental Psychology

      Utah State University Psychology Department — Undergraduate Student Research Investigator - Factotum Lab
      2025 – 2026
    • Research and Experimental Psychology

      Utah State University Psychology Department — Postbarraculate Research Investigator - Factotum Lab
      2026 – Present
    • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, General

      Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence (SCCE Compliance) — Undergraduate Research Assistant - Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling (CRC)
      2025 – Present
    • Anthropology

      Utah State University Anthropology Department — Postbaccalaureate Research Investigator
      2026 – Present

    Arts

    • Utah State University

      Sculpture
      2024 – 2025

    Public services

    • Advocacy

      Utah State University Study Abroad Department — Student Ambassador
      2025 – 2026
    • Advocacy

      Utah State University Undergraduate Research Department — Student Representative
      2025 – 2026
    • Public Service (Politics)

      Utah State University Student Association (USUSA) Student Advocate Campaign — Team Member Student Government
      2025 – 2026
    • Advocacy

      Project INSPIRE - Care to Share: Community Health Product Pantries — Postbaccalaureate Member
      2026 – Present
    • Advocacy

      Utah State University - Sexual Assault and Anti-Violence Information Office (SAAVI) — Student Advocate
      2023 – 2026
    • Volunteering

      Days for Girls International - Utah State University Chapter — Student Volunteer
      2023 – 2026
    • Advocacy

      Utah State University - Wild Womxn’s Climbing Club — Student Advocate
      2023 – 2026
    • Volunteering

      Logan Pride Foundation — Community Volunteer
      2022 – Present
    • Volunteering

      The Family Place Utah — Collegiate Volunteer
      2022 – 2026
    • Volunteering

      The Girl Scouts of America — Alumni Volunteer
      2022 – Present
    • Volunteering

      St. Johns the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church — Mission Trip Member
      2016 – 2017
    • Volunteering

      Relay for Life of Greater Heights — Middle School & High School Volunteer
      2013 – 2017
    • Volunteering

      Project Just Because — Part Time Volunteer
      2009 – 2017
    • Volunteering

      Girl Scouts of America — Girl Scout Troop Member
      2008 – 2016

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Entrepreneurship