- Music and concert photography
- College Radio DJ at the Forest
- Advocacy Campaigns locally and at the global and national level
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Art and Art History
Alexandria Donnelly
Dover,New Jersey
Summary
Community-focused science student with a strong background in local and global volunteer initiatives that have made a significant impact on health, poverty alleviation, education, and financial independence for vulnerable communities. Recognized for the ability to work effectively in teams and adapt to dynamic environments. A reliable individual committed to fostering positive outcomes through collaboration and teamwork. Passionate about building knowledge in the field of science while serving the community. Ultimate goal is to become a Physician Assistant dedicated to improving health outcomes for patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Drew Pantry Volunteer
Drew Food Pantry
Madison, NJ
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Assisted clients with registration and selections
- Registered new clients and assisted with lost registrations
- Managed inventory and needs of clients
Congressional Delegate
ONE Campaign
Washington, DC
01.2017 - Current
- Selected to represent NJ and attend the Power Summit for elite activists for five consecutive years in recognition of leading contributions to activism and volunteer work
- Led discussions with congressional leaders in my district on significant bills such as PEPFAR, Global Fund Replenishment, and The Build Act, to highlight impacts on national security, global health, and poverty
- Organized my classmates and peers in writing letters to Congress and calling congressional offices
- Participated in national meetings in Washington, D.C and in New York to gain additional training and gather support for key initiatives such as the Global Fund
- Performed critical actions including writing letters to the editor, meetings with congressional members locally, and organizing petitions at events
Volunteer
Interfaith Food Pantry/Fishes and Loaves
Boonton, NJ
01.2018 - Current
- Participated and volunteered for local food drives to the Interfaith Pantry, which helped address food security issues within community
- Organized and distributed food to families in my community
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Volunteer
Global Citizen
New York, NY
01.2018 - Current
- Completed key actions in Global Citizen campaigns to gain funding, changes in government policies and initiate new laws to address key global issues including poverty eradication, climate change, healthcare, equality, and education
- Wrote letters to global leaders and local representatives, submitted videos, signed petitions, to support Global Citizen’s key issues
- Awarded tickets to The Global Citizen Festival in 2018 and 2021 based on organizational contributions
- Participated in research and focus groups to improve volunteer experience
Delegate
YOUNGA/ United Nations
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Selected to represent the United States as one of 2,800 Global UN Delegates
- Received education and training on key issues impacting the planet, including climate change poverty eradication, education, healthcare, and gender equality
- Strategized solutions and plans to address local and global solutions with groups of other UN delegates from divergent backgrounds
Delegate
One Young World
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Selected as one of 1,800 global delegates to attend an education program for pandemic preparedness
- Completed coursework, including essays and papers on solutions to address the next global pandemic
- Attended lectures with leaders from global health NGOs and pharmaceutical companies to better understand the challenges of addressing pandemics and how developing synergistic relationships with government and key stakeholders impact outcomes
Member
National English Honor Society
01.2021 - Current
- Worked on various drives to promote literacy including book and gift drives throughout the school year
- Supported Sisters in Mendham, New Jersey by participating in a letter-writing initiative during the holiday season
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Drew University
Madison, NJ05-2028
Skills
- Collaborative Team Member
- Advocacy, lobbying and government relations
- Data Management and Evaluation
- Public speaking
- Event planning and management
- Public health and Global Health expertise
- Research and Analysis
- Team leadership
Interests
Extracurricular activities
Drew Action Scholars
Drew Radio
Chemistry Club
Timeline
Drew Pantry Volunteer
Drew Food Pantry
01.2025 - Current
Delegate
YOUNGA/ United Nations
01.2021 - 12.2021
Delegate
One Young World
01.2021 - 12.2021
Member
National English Honor Society
01.2021 - Current
Volunteer
Interfaith Food Pantry/Fishes and Loaves
01.2018 - Current
Volunteer
Global Citizen
01.2018 - Current
Congressional Delegate
ONE Campaign
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Drew University