Ashley Mendoza Tarazona
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Student Research Assistant
Kean University Group Summer Scholars Research Program
07.2025 - 07.2025
In the GSSRP, as a Student Research Assistant, I mentored high school students through various laboratory procedures, including immunofluorescence and smFISH. I supported them in analyzing their results and guided them in preparing and presenting their own research paper for Research Day. While taking full responsibility for throughout the course of the program.
Pre-Medical Scholar
Summer Health Professions Education Program
06.2025 - 07.2025
Throughout SHPEP, I actively contributed to team discussions by sharing insights on healthcare topics and learned from other diverse perspectives. I obtained hands-on experience through clinical rotations, including suturing skills, Stop the Bleed training, and other activities. Academically, I worked on assignments in Physics, Organic Chemistry, and CARS MCAT prep, which helped strengthen both my problem-solving skills, during the program.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology Cell And Molecular Science
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2027
High School Diploma -
Carteret High School
Carteret, NJ06-2023
Certification
- [Basic Life Support], [American Heart Association] - [February 2025 - February 2027]
- [Heartsaver], [American Heart Association] - [May 2025 - May 2027]
- [Emergency Medical Responder], [ECSI] - [May 2025 - May 2027]
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Extracurricular Descriptions
- Kean Women's Tennis: Being on an intercollegiate tennis team is an enriching and multifaceted experience that combines athletic, academic, and personal growth. Athletes committed to a rigorous training schedule, often practicing multiple hours daily, prepare for matches and uphold academic responsibilities. Team members learning to support each other during games, creating a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual motivation. While creating a strong skill of decision-making throughput the matches. Experiencing often traveling to compete against other schools, which fosters time management skills as a player to balance academic responsibilities with athletic commitments.
- Peruvian Inclusive Community Association: Founded and actively participated in a student-led organization focused on exploring and promoting Peruvian culture. Engaged in cultural events, workshops, and discussions to deepen the understanding of Peru's traditions, history, and gastronomy. Collaborated with members to organize events, such as Peruvian dance performances and food samples during bake sales, fostering a sense of community and cultural appreciation. Enhanced leadership skills, public speaking, event planning, cross-cultural communication and teamwork skills while building awareness and appreciation for diverse perspectives.
- Gold Leader for the Leadership Institute: Participating in a leadership program focused on personal and professional development. While serving as a mentor to a fellow student, providing guidance, support, and motivation to help them achieve academic and personal goals. Developing a strong communication, active listening, and problem-solving skills through one-on-one mentoring meetings. Gaining leadership experience by fostering a positive, teamwork and interpersonal abilities. Learning to balance responsibilities effectively while contributing to the mentee's success and growth.
- Volunteer Experience: Teacher volunteer at Presencia Del Rey, adept in curriculum planning and fostering child development. Excelled in creating engaging educational activities, significantly enhancing learning experiences to learn about the Bible. Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment for children. Proven track record in organizing and leading discussions that discusses about the Bible.
Timeline
Student Research Assistant
Kean University Group Summer Scholars Research Program
07.2025 - 07.2025
Pre-Medical Scholar
Summer Health Professions Education Program
06.2025 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology Cell And Molecular Science
Kean University
High School Diploma -
Carteret High School
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