Emma Gilbert

College student focused on pediatric hematology-oncology with a strong commitment to child health. Demonstrated interest in psychology and neuroscience, enhancing understanding of child development. Engaged in relevant coursework and volunteer opportunities to gain practical experience in healthcare settings. Proven ability to collaborate effectively in team environments and communicate with diverse populations.

• NYU Langone Hospital, Volunteer, 11/21 - present, Provide support and companionship to patients in neurological ward, Help sick patients navigate MyMeal, Utilize proficiency in Spanish to translate menus and documents to non-English speaking patients and family members
• United Jewish Appeal Federation (UJA), Witness Ambassador, 12/22, Selected by administrators at the United Jewish Appeal Federation of New York to represent students in the community in combating anti-semitism, Engage in community outreach to educate peers on pressing issues in high school and college campus settings, Attend training programs to engage peers in meaningful conversations to promote inclusivity
• United Jewish Appeal Federation (UJA), Witness Project Member, 09/20 - 11/22, Selected by The United Jewish Appeal Federation of New York professionals, social workers and educators for three consecutive years to participate in an intergenerational program that pairs Holocaust survivors with high school students to produce a multimedia documentary of their experiences, Develop narratives and interpretations of their experiences to raise awareness in local and extended communities
• Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS), Mission Impossible Team Member, 09/20 - 10/21, Participate in ongoing events to increase support for and raise awareness about Leukemia and Lymphoma, Solicited donations resulting in more than $10,000 to benefit LLS
• Nassau County Legislature, Board Member/Advocate for Epipens in restaurants, 09/20 - 10/21, Assisted in creation of a bill mandating that all restaurants have EpiPens on site to treat customers with life threatening food allergies, Presented bill to legislators and successfully lobbied for legislation in Nassau County
• People Loving People Food Pantry, Volunteer, 09/20 - present, Collect and distribute allergy-friendly food to a Food Bank to those in need and families who have members with food allergies
• Josh Lafazan Congressional Campaign, Nassau County, NY, Intern, 09/20 - 10/21, Canvassed neighborhoods and distributed campaign literature to constituents, Worked at phone banks and engaged in tele-marketing to engage potential voters, Provided administrative support in campaign office

• Natural Helpers, Member/Leader, 10/20 - present, Selected by peers to provide mentorship to fellow students, Participate in training for crisis management for students in need of support, Attend weekly meetings to discuss mental health struggles in the Friends Academy community.
• Student Faculty Board, Grade Representative, 09/20 - present, Serve as representative to help make decisions to improve and enhance the school community including meal planning, organizing events, Attend weekly meetings, report information and developments to my grade
• Connections For Peace, Co-Leader/Co-Founder, 10/20 - present, Co-Founded organization in response to the ongoing Middle East conflict and increase in antisemitism, Generated and presented plan to the school's club coordinator for approval, Develop agendas and moderate discussions during bi-weekly meetings, Create opportunities for spreading awareness and increasing support
• Math Club, Member, 10/20, Competed in several math events, including the COMAP competition, Solved complex math problems
• Science Olympiad Club, Member, 10/20, Competed in Disease Detectives, answered questions pertaining to Tripledemic, Conducted extensive research on assigned topic
• Admissions Club, Member, 09/20 - present, Selected to represent Friends Academy to market school to prospective families, Lead school tours for prospective families, Participate in panel discussions at Open House events, Answer and address questions to those interested in joining the Friends Academy community
• Varsity Tennis, Member, 09/20 - present, Play 1st, 2nd & 3rd doubles in seasonal tournaments, Advanced to 06/21 New York State Championships

• Co-Author: The Amazing Story of How we Came to Be, Pending Publication
• Girls Varsity Tennis Sportsmanship Award