Isabella Alaimo

• Selected by faculty based on academic performance to provide one-on-one and group tutoring in introductory and advanced biology courses.
• Helped students strengthen their understanding of complex topics including cell biology, genetics, and human physiology.
• Adapted teaching strategies to meet individual learning styles and improve comprehension and exam readiness.

• Launched a student-led organization focused on supporting local restaurants while raising awareness of food-related public health issues in Monroe County.
• Organized campus-wide events such as food tastings, speaker panels, and pop-ups to spotlight local food vendors and public health topics (e.g., food insecurity, nutrition access, and food safety).
• Managed all club operations, including budgeting, event planning, marketing, and social media outreach.

• Participated in weekly meetings discussing current topics in biology and emerging research.
• Collaborated on organizing campus events such as guest speaker panels, volunteer activities, and science outreach.
• Assisted in planning lab tours, career panels, and hands-on experiments for student engagement.
• Networked with peers and faculty to foster academic and professional development in the life sciences.
• Contributed to community science initiatives (e.g., local cleanups, science fairs, tutoring)

• Analyzed quality and accuracy of skin cancer-related content on social media for NIH-funded study.
• Conducted systematic coding of TikTok data, identifying trends and misinformation.
• Collaborated with doctoral researchers and interdisciplinary team to enhance methodological rigor.
• Engaged in weekly research meetings and training sessions to apply evidence-based data collection methods.
• Developed expertise in qualitative coding and health communication research methodologies.

• Facilitated wayfinding and non-clinical support for patients and visitors, enhancing hospital efficiency.
• Delivered supplies and prepared patient rooms to support staff in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Observed diverse patient populations, recognizing the impact of compassionate care on health outcomes.
• Cultivated strong interpersonal and communication skills through interaction with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Explored full drug development lifecycle, understanding scientific, regulatory, and commercial pathways for market entry.

• Analyzed clinical trial data and regulatory factors, simulating decision-making on safety and compliance.
• Developed strategic recommendations for product positioning, integrating patient needs and competitive landscape.
• Enhanced problem-solving and data analysis skills through industry-relevant tasks modeled after Pfizer teams.
• Gained practical insight into cross-functional collaboration among R&D, regulatory affairs, and marketing.

• Learned leadership and group dynamic skills.
• Focusing on responsibility, maturity, and accountability while living and working with 12 strangers on a sailboat at sea for three weeks.
• Challenged and pushed out of my comfort zone but the experience was life changing.
• Earned PADI open water scuba certification.
• Coral Reef Conservation certification.
• International Sailing certification.

• As Vice President of External Affairs for Kappa Kappa Gamma, I lead our chapter's philanthropic outreach and community engagement efforts.
• This role is centered around building meaningful partnerships, organizing impactful service events, and championing causes that align with our values.
• From planning large-scale fundraisers to coordinating volunteer initiatives, I ensure our chapter remains deeply connected to the community and actively supports charitable organizations-especially those that empower women and promote mental health awareness.
• Through this position, I strive to inspire a culture of giving and service that extends far beyond our chapter walls.

• Responsible for leading youth tennis lessons year round.
• Instruct students in proper technique while imparting lessons in sportsmanship, health and integrity.
• Mentor and motivate tennis students.
• Opportunity to work with kids with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Learned to be flexible and tailor coaching to the student.