DHARSHINI ARUN PRAKASH
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Erisir Lab, excelling in data analysis and effective communication. Proven ability to mentor and lead teams, while managing organizational finances as Treasurer for PASTA. Adept at educational support, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in diverse learning environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Erisir Lab
02.2024 - Current
- Identified and traced dendrites along with pre and postsynaptic membranes to analyze connection formation
- Analyzed interactions between dendrites and axons to elucidate connection mechanisms
- Developed digital cell reconstruction project using retinal tissue scans to enhance understanding of cellular structures
Treasurer/Intern
PASTA
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Served as a board member for the non-profit organization PASTA (Peers and Students Taking Action) from August 2022 to July 2023.
- Managed organization’s finances and coordinated activities across multiple chapters and special projects as treasurer and board member
- Assist with finances of the organization
- Manage and plan the annual banquet
- Developed key documents to enhance organizational operations
- Completed daily operational tasks to support the organization
- As an intern mentored members of the current board of directors
- Non-profit organization PASTA (Peers and Students Taking Action)
Tutor
Aloha Mind Math
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Taught students to use Abacus for mathematical operations across K-6 grade levels
- Instructed elementary students in grammar and writing skills in classroom setting
Volunteer Tutor
Nothing's ImPASTAble
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Tutored 1st and 2nd grade students in Math and English for Nothing's ImPASTAble Tutoring (2019-2021), enhancing their academic skills and confidence.
- Coordinated Nothing's ImPASTAble program (2021- July 2022), managing communications, organizing training sessions, and pairing students with tutors to support individualized learning.
Tutor
Illuminate Learning
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Volunteer Tutor for Illuminate Learning
- Instructed 6th-grade students in Biology, fostering understanding of fundamental concepts.
- Instructed 7th-grade students in Physics and Chemistry, enhancing comprehension of core scientific principles.
- Facilitated poetry lessons, guiding students in exploring various forms and techniques to enhance their creative expression.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Neuroscience
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05-2027
High School Degree -
Independence High School
Brambleton, VA06.2023
Skills
- Data analysis
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Educational support
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient positioning
Accomplishments
• Mentored Board Members, Mentored 50+ members in board leadership skills.
• Annual Banquet Planner, Managed budget of $10,000 for annual event.
• Boosted Student Engagement, Increased student engagement by 30% in tutoring.
• Academic Excellence, Graduated top 2% of class with 4.63 GPA in Highschool
• Annual Banquet Planner, Managed budget of $10,000 for annual event.
• Boosted Student Engagement, Increased student engagement by 30% in tutoring.
• Academic Excellence, Graduated top 2% of class with 4.63 GPA in Highschool
Languages
Tamil
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Certification
Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Erisir Lab
02.2024 - Current
Tutor
Aloha Mind Math
10.2022 - 01.2024
Treasurer/Intern
PASTA
08.2022 - 02.2024
Tutor
Illuminate Learning
04.2021 - 03.2022
Volunteer Tutor
Nothing's ImPASTAble
01.2019 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Neuroscience
University of Virginia
High School Degree -
Independence High School