Isabella Franchione
Wimberley
Summary
Undergraduate Student at The University of Alabama.
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in project management and community engagement, exemplified through my role as Co-founder of the Crimson Association of Neuroscience. Bilingual in English and Italian, I excel in effective communication and mentoring, driving initiatives that have positively impacted UA campus and beyond.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-founder and Co-President
Crimson Association of Neuroscience (C.A.N)
09.2024 - Current
- Founded an association for UA students interested in neuroscience that began Spring 2025
- We host biweekly meetings featuring guest speakers and presentations that cover various neuroscience topics.
- Additionally, we partner with local nursing homes and autism clinics to volunteer our time and gain a deeper understanding of neurological disorders.
- 3hr/week commitment.
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Dr. Holly Horan
Tuscaloosa
09.2025 - Current
- A part of the West Alabama Maternity Care Coalition.
- Author of monthly newsletters.
- Working on a systematic literature review to improve maternity care in West Alabama.
- Developing a progressive web application.
Supplemental Instructor
Dr.Daryl Lam
08.2025 - Current
- Supplemental Instructor for Biology 114
- Attend the class three days a week
- Host tutoring sessions to aid with understanding the content in the course.
- Office Hours to further assist students
McCollough Scholars Ambassador
University of Alabama
08.2025 - Current
- Serving as the face of McCollough, meeting with prospective students, and expanding community outreach.
- McCollough Scholars is the top Pre-Medical Program at UA
ASHS Mentorship Co-Founder
ASHS
Demopolis
01.2024 - Current
- Working with the country's first health care high school to create a mentorship program between pre-health students at UA and students at ASHS, set to start in Fall 2026.
- The program will include SAT prep, shadowing etiquette, and college application guides.
Club Soccer Player and Social Chair
Lady Tide Soccer
09.2024 - Current
- Attacking Center Midfielder for UA's women's club soccer team.
- Social Chair in charge of social events, and team bonding
- Competed against teams in the SEC and surrounding areas, maintaining a record of 9-2-1.
- 6hr/week commitment.
Student Volunteer
DCH Regional Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
- Volunteer at DCH Cancer Center
- Assisted healthcare staff with screening and patient vitals
- 4hr/week commitment, 50hr/semester.
Emerging Scholars
The University of Alabama
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Top undergraduate research program at the University of Alabama.
- Paired with a faculty mentor.
- Completed research poster proposal.
ACE Fitness Trainer
UA Recreation Center
01.2025 - Current
- Completed 100 hours of training.
- Paired with a mentor.
- Designed diverse fitness programs.
- Led group exercise classes to promote community engagement and wellness.
Student Mentor
The Joy Project
03.2025 - Current
- Pen pal with a third-grade student, encouraging their success and talking to them about various topics including sports, school, and life.
- Guided student through academic challenges and personal development.
- 2 letters/month.
Club Member and Volunteer
Roll Tide For Reading
09.2024 - Current
- Seeking to promote literacy in children through volunteering, donations, and mentorship.
- Volunteer at community events with the Tuscaloosa Public Library, Santa's Elves Program and Pediatric Clinic.
- 10hr/semester commitment.
Shadowing
Whatley Health Services Pediatric and Adult Clinic
09.2024 - Current
- Shadow Dr. Mahendar and Ms. Spencer at Whatley Health Services, observing patients alongside them and discovering more about healthcare through patient interactions and insight on the lives of healthcare professionals.
- Shadowing the Med/Surg department at Whitfield Regional, observing surgery and gaining knowledge on various procedures.
- 1-5hr/week commitment.
- Whitfield Regional Hospital
Young Life Baker
Young Life College
Jasper
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Spent 400 hours serving high school students (volunteer position).
- Baked bread, cookies, pastries, and more.
Program Staff
Camp Dream Street
05.2025 - 05.2025
- 150 hours volunteered
- Special Needs campers
- Changed diapers, provided support to student mentors, and ran programs for campers.
Non-Profit founder and organizer
Chapter One Book Program
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Self-run organization that sends new books to underprivileged school districts and their students across the country.
- Sent over 5,000 books to classrooms in need, using a local bookstore as the primary supplier.
- Raised money to pay for books, shipping, and handmade bookmarks.
- Helped over 70 schools throughout 3 full years of service.
- 3hr/week commitment.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Microbiology, Interdisciplinary Studies in Medicine
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05-2028
High School Diploma - All Honors and AP courses combined with a STEM concentration
Wimberley High School
Wimberley, TX05.2024
Skills
- Leadership
- Effective communication
- Project management
- Tutoring and mentoring
- Bilingual (English, Italian)
- Community volunteering
Awards
- President's List, Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Fall 2025
- Dean's List, Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Fall 2025
- McCollough Scholar Freshman of the Year
- Most Versatile Volunteer, Roll Tide for Reading
- Wimberley High School Principals Award
- National College Board Rural and Small Town Scholar
Timeline
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Dr. Holly Horan
09.2025 - Current
Supplemental Instructor
Dr.Daryl Lam
08.2025 - Current
McCollough Scholars Ambassador
University of Alabama
08.2025 - Current
Young Life Baker
Young Life College
07.2025 - 08.2025
Program Staff
Camp Dream Street
05.2025 - 05.2025
Student Mentor
The Joy Project
03.2025 - Current
Emerging Scholars
The University of Alabama
01.2025 - 12.2025
ACE Fitness Trainer
UA Recreation Center
01.2025 - Current
Co-founder and Co-President
Crimson Association of Neuroscience (C.A.N)
09.2024 - Current
Club Soccer Player and Social Chair
Lady Tide Soccer
09.2024 - Current
Student Volunteer
DCH Regional Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Club Member and Volunteer
Roll Tide For Reading
09.2024 - Current
Shadowing
Whatley Health Services Pediatric and Adult Clinic
09.2024 - Current
ASHS Mentorship Co-Founder
ASHS
01.2024 - Current
Non-Profit founder and organizer
Chapter One Book Program
03.2021 - 05.2024
Bachelors of Science - Microbiology, Interdisciplinary Studies in Medicine
University of Alabama
High School Diploma - All Honors and AP courses combined with a STEM concentration
Wimberley High School