Amanda Mrad

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location of Amanda MradLos Angeles, California, United States
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  • Timeline

    Jan 2020 - Mar 2020

    Volleyball Referee

    NCVA Association of Referees
    Aug 2021 - now

    Project Management Intern

    University of California, Los Angeles
    Aug 2022 - Mar 2023

    Sproul Hall Office Assistant

    UCLA
    Jan 2023 - now

    Summer Camp Counselor

    Kesem
    Aug 2023 - now

    Teaching Kitchen Assistant

    UCLA Recreation
    Nov 2023 - now

    Research Intern

    Cedars-Sinai
    Current Company
    Dec 2023 - now

    Blinq Ambassador

    Blinq
  • About me

    4th Year Physiology Major and Food Studies Minor at UCLA | Research Intern at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Dr. Devkota's Lab

  • Education

    • University of california, los angeles

      2020 - 2024
      Bachelor's degree physiology, general

      Activities and Societies: Sproul Hall Resident Assistant Camp Kesem Bruin Dine: Food Recovery Volunteer, Marketing and Engagement Intern Learning Assistant: Pedagogy Head for an introductory physiology course

    • Skyline college

      2019 - 2019

      Course: Introduction to Business

    • Terra nova high school

      2016 - 2020

      Activities and Societies: Valedictorian ASB President JUHSD Student Advisory Council Chair Link Crew Tigers Go Green Club Co-founder Students In Action Club Varsity Volleyball Captain Tiger Ambassador

    • Vrije universiteit amsterdam

      2022 - 2022

      UCLA Global Cities Study Abroad Program Courses: Global Health and Governing Climate Change

  • Experience

    • Ncva association of referees

      Jan 2020 - Mar 2020
      Volleyball referee

      Down-ref for men’s high school volleyball games

    • University of california, los angeles

      Aug 2021 - now

      - Support a floor of 90 students academically, professionally, and emotionally through counseling, passive and active programming, and sharing resources - Cultivate a safe environment in Sproul Hall through community tours and responding to incidents. Refer incidents to UCLA Residential Life Professional Staff to further support students - Create a sense of belonging and foster leadership by developing resident relationships and encouraging students to get involved through daily interactions and the use of a floor Instagram @sproul4.south- Strengthen the Sproul community by participating in weekly All-Staff meetings. Share updates on resources, duties, events, and other community news Show less - Facilitate a safe and collaborative learning environment while supporting a discussion section of 16 students in their understanding of physiology concepts in LS7C- Help run pedagogy seminars by teaching a cohort of 5 new LAs to learn effective and inclusive teaching methods that we all implement in discussion sections including wait time, fostering a growth mindset, asking open questions, and redirecting questions - Practice self-reflection and help new LAs reflect on how our teaching strategies are contributing to an equitable learning environment by participating in Ped Head meetings with staff, responding to new LA reflection journals, running content meetings, and hosting group reflection sessions Show less - Planned and facilitated cabinet meetings with officers to develop programs that strengthened community, supported the academic and social wellbeing of residents, and reflected student feedback. - Led association meetings by addressing or forwarding resident feedback to facilitate communication between Community Representatives and UCLA Staff. - Represented the De Neve Towers Community by engaging in Funding and Advisory Board Meetings to allocate funding and decide which events will best serve the need of our community. Show less

      • Project Management Intern

        May 2023 - now
      • Resident Assistant

        Aug 2022 - now
      • UCLA Learning Assistant Pedagogy Head

        Aug 2021 - Mar 2023
      • Resident Government Council

        Aug 2021 - Jun 2022
    • Ucla

      Aug 2022 - Mar 2023
      Sproul hall office assistant

      - Assist Residential Life Professional Staff in their role of community support and engagement - Connect students, staff, and other visitors who communicate with the office with the proper resources

    • Kesem

      Jan 2023 - now
      Summer camp counselor

      Camp Counselor for kids whose parents have been affected by cancer. Organized and led activities through the week to facilitate teamwork, bonding, and empowerment. Led group discussions and reflection sessions to provide emotional support and individual empowerment. Worked with a group of counselors through the year to raise money to ensure the camp is free for all campers.

    • Ucla recreation

      Aug 2023 - now
      Teaching kitchen assistant

      Support the head chef in preparing and running cooking classes with a focus on nutritional literacy

    • Cedars-sinai

      Nov 2023 - now
      Research intern

      Works in Dr. Devkota's lab researching the microbiome and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Currently investigating intermittent fasting and dietary interactions with the microbiome.

    • Blinq

      Dec 2023 - now
      Blinq ambassador

      Blinq is a virtual business card that helps people expand their network! Easily share contact information with a QR code on the phone. Users can add their number and email as well as links to LinkedIn, websites, social media profiles and so much more! This efficient sharing allows users to connect with more people and build their professional and personal networks. Blinq has helped me connect with professionals, now I would like to help others find opportunities by expanding their network via Blinq! Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Food Recovery Volunteer & Director of Engagement

      Issued by UCLA Bruin Dine on Sept 2022
      UCLA Bruin DineAssociated with Amanda Mrad
    • Physical Therapy Department Assistant

      Issued by Pacifica Rehabilitation Center on Jun 2019
      Pacifica Rehabilitation CenterAssociated with Amanda Mrad