Samin Chowdhury

received education on varying neurodegenerative disease such as Parkinson's or Alzheimer's, their current treatments and research through seminars given by PhD candidates as well as faculty in the department. I applied this to how these conditions can affect cognition and mental health

• Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities using principles of ABA therapy based on assessments.

Provided reading and math assistance to children ages 3-5, planned lessons based on my evaluation of progress. Developed deeper patience and care, became a trusting figure. Provided weekly updates to parents regarding student progress.

Managed cash register operations, ensuring accurate accounting of daily sales and deposits.

Served as a support group on campus, received training on how to properly comfort and provide mentorship to students experiencing hardships. Began an initiative through the organization Paws for Success, bringing a therapy dog to the school wellness center. Spent class periods in the wellness center providing a listening ear to troubled students