Denali Mohler
College Park,MD
Summary
Pre-medical freshman at the University of Maryland, College Park, pursuing a dual degree in Cellular Biology and Psychology, with a minor in Humanities, Health, and Medicine, and a certificate in Women’s Studies. Experienced in research, leadership, and healthcare advocacy, with a strong commitment to equity and reducing stigma around mental health, chronic illness, and disability. Seeking part-time roles during the academic year and full-time in the summers to gain clinical, research, or health policy experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO/Founder
Silver Lining Jewelry Company
01.2019 - Current
Manage custom orders and commissions, organize sales at local markets and craft fairs, and generate ~$5,000 in profit to date. Currently expanding the business online through social media to reach a wider customer base and drive sales growth.
Head of Weeknight Childcare
NewLife Calvert
01.2022 - 08.2025
Provided weeknight childcare for church events, small groups, and Bible studies, caring for 1–15 children (ages 0–12). Carried out lesson plans and created engaging games, crafts, and activities to support a safe, nurturing environment.
Administrative Assistant (PRN)
Thrive Primary Care
01.2022 - 08.2025
Supported daily operations through filing, processing insurance claims, making patient and provider calls, organizing office systems, and maintaining a clean, efficient work environment.
Student Job Shadow through PLTW Program
Calvert Health Center
09.2024 - 06.2025
Observed in-office procedures, primary care visits, and both traditional and robot-assisted surgeries in the OR. Shadowed 12+ providers across diverse specialties- including general surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, psychiatry, nursing, and triage- gaining broad exposure to clinical practice and patient care.
Student Tester
College Board
09.2023 - 06.2025
Selected and paid by College Board to pilot digital versions of AP and SAT exams, providing detailed feedback on accessibility, usability, and program design to support the transition to digital testing.
Preschool Teacher’s Aide
Sleepy Hollow Early Learning Center
07.2024 - 04.2025
Fostered the growth of a 20-student pre-school class (age 3 and 4) by assisting with lesson planning, crafts, meals, play, and daily activities. Oversaw classroom routines including nap time and toileting, coordinated student pick-up and drop-off, and maintained a safe, clean environment by closing and ensuring compliance with state health code.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cellular Biology And Psychology
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD05-2029
Skills
- Research & Experimental Design: Scientific, clinical, and medical research, experimental design, data analysis, research proposal, research paper, professional writing, group presentations
- Medical Innovation & Prototyping: Medical engineering, biomedical devices, medical interventions, prototyping
- Laboratory Skills: Wet lab, dry lab, good laboratory practice, lab safety, biomedical techniques
- Biomedical & Molecular Sciences: Cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, molecular genetics, biomedicine, gene therapy
- Medical & Healthcare Skills: Clinical care, direct patient care, patient assessment, triage, first aid, CPR, vital monitoring, IV, suturing, phlebotomy
- Healthcare Documentation & Compliance: Medical records, health records, HIPAA, billing, coding, healthcare documentation
- Public Health & Community Engagement: Global health, public health, community outreach, healthcare equity, advocacy, activism, healthcare access
- Social Activism: Advocacy, activism, women’s studies, gender studies, gender equality, ethics, public policy, human rights
- Child & Adolescent Development: Pediatrics, child care, child development, infant care, early childhood education
- Leadership & Organizational Skills: Team leadership, volunteer management, scheduling and planning, administration, organizational skills
- Languages: Spanish (speaking, reading, writing)
Timeline
Student Job Shadow through PLTW Program
Calvert Health Center
09.2024 - 06.2025
Preschool Teacher’s Aide
Sleepy Hollow Early Learning Center
07.2024 - 04.2025
Student Tester
College Board
09.2023 - 06.2025
Head of Weeknight Childcare
NewLife Calvert
01.2022 - 08.2025
Administrative Assistant (PRN)
Thrive Primary Care
01.2022 - 08.2025
CEO/Founder
Silver Lining Jewelry Company
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Cellular Biology And Psychology
University of Maryland, College Park
Community Service
- Calvert High School National Honor Society, Treasurer, 2023, 2025
- NewLife Calvert, Nursery volunteer during Sunday services, 2022, 2025
- Special Olympics, Volunteer, 2022, 2025
- Life Church Calvert, Volunteer for VBS, 2022, 2025
- Honor the Blue, Volunteer, 2022, Present
Awards
Academic Achievement
- Calvert High School Salutatorian (2nd of 232), 2025
- AP Scholar with Distinction, 2024–2025
- AP Scholar, 2023
- President’s Education Award, 2021 & 2025
- Superintendent’s Scholastic Certificate of Recognition, 2021, 2022, 2024
- Principle’s Award for Academic Excellence, 2021
Scholarships & Merit Awards
- Senator Van Hollen Public Service Award, 2025
- State of Maryland Certificate of Merit (Top 5% of Class), 2025
- Certificate of Meritorious Service, Calvert County Public Schools, 2025
- Carl C. Yount Charitable Scholarship, 2025
- Orange Ribbons for Jaime Scholarship, 1st Place, 2025
- Steiner Family Scholarship, 2025
- Mackall Scholarship, 2025
- Calvert County Democratic Women’s Club Scholarship, 2025
- John Young Pursue Your Passion Award, 2025
- Calvert County Bar Association Scholarship, 2025
- Dunkin’ Baltimore/Metro DC Regional Scholarship, 2025
- Calvert LSA Career/Technical/Vocational Scholarship, 2025
- Everest Education Foundation Scholarship, 2024
Research & Leadership Recognition
- Student of the Year, PLTW Program, 2022–2025
- Finalist, Women’s Health Research & Innovation Scholarship, 2025
- Finalist, RonranGlee Literary Scholarship, 2025
- Finalist, Elevate Mental Health Awareness Scholarship, 2023
- Nominated to National Youth Leadership Forum, 2022–2024
- Nominated to Congress of Future Medical Leaders, 2022–2024
- Nominated to National Student Leadership Conference, 2022–2024
- BigFuture Rural & Small-Town Recognition Program, 2022–2024
Publications & Artistic Achievements
- Publication, American Library of Poetry, 2023–2025
- Publication, Young Writers Poetry Anthology, 2021 & 2023
- Publication, Live Poets Society (Topical Winner), 2023
- Art piece exhibited, Congressional Art Showcase, 2022