Experience

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  George fox university

  May 2023 - now

  -Developed marketing strategies and public speaking skills, enhancing advocacy for women in STEM. -Conducted research and gathered feedback to improve program design, fostering a data-driven approach to problem-solving.-Mentored female undergraduate students, building leadership and communication skills essential for effective teamwork in engineering. Open Study Table, a resource provided by the Academic Resource Center at George Fox University, available to all undergraduate students.-Provide academic support to undergraduate students in various subjects, specializing in math and science.-Facilitate individual and group study sessions to enhance understanding of course material.-Help students develop effective study strategies and improve problem-solving skills. Awarded the Richter Scholars Grant for summer 2023 through the Paul K. Richter Memorial Fund.-Designed and prototyped a mechanical system to replicate knee joint loading using SolidWorks, Arduino, and advanced cell culturing techniques.-Created a mechanical knee device to optimize precise movements, minimize power input, and simulate in vitro conditions for cell interactions.-Presented research findings at the 2023 BMES Annual Conference in Seattle, WA.

  • R.I.S.E Women's Leadership Ambassador

    Aug 2024 - now

  • Tutoring Position at Open Study Table

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Richter Research Biomedical Engineering Intern

    May 2023 - Aug 2023
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  Virginia commonwealth university

  Jun 2024 - Aug 2024

  Mechanobiology engineering intern

  Mechanobiology Intern at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Biomedical Engineering Department for Summer 2024, supported by the National Science Foundation. Worked in the Speich Lab, focusing on advanced medical imaging and diagnostic technologies.-Enhanced the detection of Overactive Bladder Disease (OAB) by analyzing bladder shape using ultrasound imaging during urodynamics studies, aiming to develop a non-invasive diagnostic method.-Collaborated closely with medical students, doctors, and patients in a clinical setting, assisting with ultrasound procedures and gaining a comprehensive understanding of the research process.-Expanded my skills in medical imaging, patient-focused research, and collaborative teamwork.-Presented research findings at a VCU engineering symposium. Will present at the 2024 BMES Annual Conference in Baltimore, MD. Show less