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Extracurriculars/Leadership
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Certification
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Kwame Boateng

Evanston

Summary

Motivated undergraduate with diverse hands-on experience in patient care and research. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through volunteer work across various clinical settings, contributing effectively to healthcare teams and improving patient outcomes.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Assistant - Roger's Lab

Northwestern University
Evanston
03.2026 - Current
  • Conducted biomedical engineering and bioelectronics research in laboratory setting.
  • Examined experiment results to identify underlying causes of scientific findings, contributing to data analysis.
  • Fabricated interface devices and air channels for organoid cultures to support research objectives.
  • Prepared and cleaned lab equipment for solutions, specimens, and samples, ensuring readiness for experiments.
  • Supervised supplies in inventory and notified supervisor of low stock levels.

Volunteer

Trulee Evanston
Evanston
09.2024 - Current
  • Delivered companionship and support to elderly residents, enhancing their engagement during weekly activities at nursing home

Patient Transporter

Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
Columbus
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Transported patients to different rooms throughout the hospital
  • Ensured patient well-being, occasionally with the aid of a nurse or patient care assistant

Volunteer

Mount Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital
Westerville
06.2024 - 09.2024

Volunteer

NAPA Center
Niles
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Observe and assist doctors of occupational therapy as they treat children with physical and mental disorders (ranging from autism to cerebral palsy)
  • Clean and set up equipment used by doctors

Volunteer

Mount Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital
Westerville
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Performed many different tasks within the hospital for 4 hours every week which include but are not limited to:
  • Enthusiastically interacting with patients and escorting them to their rides via wheelchair proficiently
  • Cleaning and making beds, ensuring that they’re as clean and neatly made as possible
  • Organizing equipment in certain rooms
  • Sitting at a desk in a waiting room and answering patient questions
  • Completed additional tasks assigned by hospital staff

Education

Northwestern University - Neuroscience, Global Health

Northwestern University
Evanston, IL
06-2027

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Healthcare systems
  • Medical documentation
  • Research methodology
  • Community service
  • Customer service
  • Verbal and written communication

Extracurriculars/Leadership

Red Cross Club | General Member/Member of Philanthropy Committee | Evanston, Illinois (01/01/24- Current) 

  • Do volunteer activities such as making packed lunches, blood drives, fundraisers, etc.

Pre-Health Research Journal Club | General Member | Evanston, Illinois (03/01/24 - 01/03/25)

  • Discuss and present scientific literature every month

Remote Area Medical (RAM) | General Member | Evanston, Illinois (09/01/24 - Current)

  • Travel to remote areas across the country twice every quarter to volunteer at free clinics
  • Work at a variety of different stations such as Patient Registration & Coordination, Dental, X-Ray, Vision, etc.

NU Heights | Shift Leader/Tutor | Evanston, Illinois (09/01/24 - Current) 

  • Meet with group every week to tutor students at the Chicago Math & Science Academy
  • Tutor students in a variety of subjects such as Algebra, Physics, etc.
  • Responsible for coordinating pickup location, ordering Uber rides, and submitting receipts to the executive team for reimbursement
  • Responsible for confirming with the group the night before the mentorship day about the date of the activity and member availability and contacting the school or executive team as needed

Kappa Pi Beta Fraternity, Incorporated | Vice-President of Northwestern Colony | Evanston, Illinois, (09/01/25-Current)

  • Hold chapter meetings every week and take meeting notes
  • Notify members of coming meetings/events
  • Help organize and participate in recruitment/collab/social events

Multicultural Greek Council | Outreach Chair | Evanston, Illinois (10/01/25 - 12/01/25)

  • Make social media and promotional posts for the Multicultural Greek Council at Northwestern University

Associated Student Government at Northwestern University | Associated Student Government Senator/Representative for the Multicultural Greek Council | Evanston, Illinois (01/03/26 - Current)

  • Represent the Multicultural Greek Council in advocating for legislation and policies supporting justice and inclusivity at Northwestern University

Languages

Japanese
Limited
Spanish
Limited

Certification

  • CPR/AED/First Aid - American Red Cross
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
  • Stop The Bleed Certification

Accomplishments

  • Questbridge National College Match Scholarship Recipient 2023

Timeline

Research Assistant - Roger's Lab

Northwestern University
03.2026 - Current

Volunteer

Trulee Evanston
09.2024 - Current

Patient Transporter

Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
07.2024 - 09.2024

Volunteer

Mount Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital
06.2024 - 09.2024

Volunteer

NAPA Center
02.2024 - 06.2024

Volunteer

Mount Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2022

Northwestern University - Neuroscience, Global Health

Northwestern University
Kwame Boateng