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Vanessa Owusu

Vanessa Owusu

Research Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Graduate of William Paterson University

  • Education

    • South Brunswick High School

      2012 - 2014

    • William Paterson University of New Jersey

      2014 - 2018
      Bachelor of Science - BS Public Health

  • Experience

    • William Paterson University of New Jersey

      Feb 2017 - May 2018
      Research Assistant

      •Conduct data entry and analysis, literature reviews, manuscript preparation, and conference preparation•Participate in research involving social media and health, faith-based health education and health disparities•Present findings at conferences

    • New Jersey Community Development Corporation (NJCDC)

      Jan 2018 - May 2018
      Student Intern

      Worked with both the Youth Care Program and the Paterson Family Center (Pre-school)•Researched and gathered information about opioid, crime prevention and healthy living•Participated in meetings with youth care and other stake holders•Conducted data entry and analysis •Assisted children (ages 3 and 4) with story time, read aloud, indoor/outdoor activities, and academic choice in interest areas •Assisted children (ages 3 and 4) with after school activities•Organized handwashing, exercise and healthy eating educational poster presentations for the kids Show less

    • Raritan Bay Area YMCA Perth Amboy New Jersey

      Jul 2018 - Aug 2018
      Program Counselor (B3 Summer Program)

      • Plan and implement cooking activities and experiences for middle schoolers ages 10-12 in a small group setting • Ensure the general safety and development, growth, and skill achievement of each participant in my group• Provide first aid care for on-site injuries• Provide instruction and support for participants in my group• Escort and monitor children on field trips to museums, zoos, and outdoor recreational parks• Counsel children displaying unruly behavior on the importance of respect, kindness, and understanding through positive reinforcement Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Mental Health First Aid USA

      National Council for Behavioral Health
      Apr 2017

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Vanessa Owusu
      2017-2018 Excellence in Health Education Academic Award William Paterson University, Department of Public Health, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs May 2018 William Paterson University Student Honors Awards Ceremony. Recipient of the 2017-2018 Excellence in Health Education Academic Award.
    • Awarded to Vanessa Owusu
      Certificate Of Recognition William Paterson University, Department of Public Health, Dr. William Kernan, Ed.D., MS, MPA, MCHES (Department Chairperson) May 2018 Certificate of Recognition for having earned the Highest Grade Point Average (GPA) among the May 2018 Graduating Class in Public Health Education Major.
    • Awarded to Vanessa Owusu
      Eta Sigma Gamma William Paterson University, Department of Public Health. May 2018 The Gamma Omega Chapter of Eta Sigma Gamma is a national professional honorary for men and women in health education. It's objectives are the promotion of teaching, research and service in and for the health education discipline. Collegiate Member
    • Awarded to Vanessa Owusu
      Certificate of Achievement William Paterson University, Department of Geography & Urban Studies, Monica Nyamwange, PhD, (Department Chairperson) Mar 2018 In Recognition of Outstanding Academic Performance
    • Awarded to Vanessa Owusu
      Certificate Of Recognition African African-American Faculty & Staff Association, Rogernelle Griffin, Director of Academic Success Center (AAAFSA President) & Wartyna Davis, PhD, Associate Dean, COHSS (AAAFSA Honors Coordinator) Feb 2017 In Recognition of Scholastic Achievement during the Spring 2016 & Fall 2016 semesters.
    • Awarded to Vanessa Owusu
      National Society of Leadership and Success William Paterson University Chapter of Sigma Alpha Pi, The National Society of Leadership and Success, Gary Tuerack (Chief Visionary and Founder) Apr 2016 The National Society of Leadership and Success is national leadership honor society for college students that focuses on leadership skills, success and motivational speaking. Collegiate Member
    • Awarded to Vanessa Owusu
      Certificate Of Recognition African African-American Faculty & Staff Association, Rogernelle Griffin, Director of Academic Success Center (AAAFSA President) & Wartyna Davis, PhD, Associate Dean, COHSS (AAAFSA Honors Coordinator) Feb 2016 In Recognition of Scholastic Achievement during the Spring 2015 and Fall 2015 semesters.
    • Awarded to Vanessa Owusu
      Student Recognition Award Middlesex County School Boards Association, Middlesex County Association of School Administrators, Catherine Sucher Greeley (President MCSBA) & Dr. Frank R. Alfano (President MCASA) Apr 2013 In Recognition of Outstanding Achievements for the school year 2012-2013.