Kidus Bekele

Active member of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), participating in fundraising events, community outreach, and advocacy efforts to support cancer research and patient care.

Active member of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), contributing to professional development initiatives, networking events, and community outreach programs.

Provided comprehensive Chemistry and Computer Science course notes for the University of Virginia’s Student Disability and Accessibility Center to support students with academic accommodations.

Informed Charlottesville residents about mental, physical, and sexual health resources through multiple outreach methods, including websites, community events, and word-of-mouth communication.

Served as head leader for a volunteer group in the Oncology Department, coordinating team activities and supporting departmental initiatives.

Developed clinical skills and knowledge across multiple medical specialties through a diverse curriculum of skills sessions, interactive lectures, and hands-on activities; gained career-focused insights into the field of medicine.

Designed and built biomedical prototypes using Arduino microcontrollers and electrical modeling, including a biomedical sensor and a cardiovascular system model, to study blood flow dynamics, exercise effects, and disease impact; created video demonstrations showcasing functionality, applications, and limitations.