Lauren Osuala
Livingston,NJ
Summary
Motivated pre-dental Biology student with a minor in African American Studies and a strong foundation in science coursework and laboratory experience. Actively engaged in campus organizations and community service, demonstrating leadership, effective communication, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruitment Chair
Save A Child's Heart SU
Syracuse, NY
01.2026 - Current
- Led recruitment strategy and outreach efforts for the organization.
- Plan and execute interest meetings, tabling, and visibility events.
- Manage the recruitment pipeline, including interest forms and follow-up communication.
- Collaborate with other members of the e-Board to support onboarding and retention.
- Work with PR/Marketing to ensure consistent messaging across platforms.
- Track recruitment data and provide insights to the executive board.
- Helpcreate a welcoming, inclusive experience for all prospective members.
LacCasita Volunteer
LaCasita
Syraucse, NY
11.2025 - Current
- Help assist with clean-up and set-up for the event.
- Prepared to support instructors in the facilitation of activities
Dimensions Mentee
Dimensions Mentoring Program
Syraucse, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Peer-to-peer mentoring program for students served by the Intercultural Collective.
- Intentional dialogue and activities that support self-confidence, academic success, and cross-cultural engagement.
- The program aims to form bonds, sisterhood, obtain academic and professional resources, and learn to address the issues that face their communities
- Strengthens leadership skills and critical thinking to help support the various communities of which members are a part of.
Volunteer
Yumdum Lower Basic School
, Gambia
2021 - Current
- Founded and organized an annual charitable fashion-show fundraiser supporting a primary school in Gambia
- Host yearly community events, collecting new clothing and monetary donations
- Coordinate donation drives each holiday season to provide clothing for students in need
General Body Member
JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INC
Greater Essex Chapter, NJ
2010 - 2024
- Actively engage in educational enrichment and leadership development programming.
- Organization of community and charitable events.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Sergeant at Arms (2023-2024): Collaborated with leadership to ensure compliance with organizational policies; Enforced meeting rules and procedures to maintain order and decorum.
General Dentist Family Practice Shadow
Supreme Dental Associate
Maplewood/West Orange, New Jersey
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and dental tools.
- Sterilized instruments and prepared them for upcoming procedures efficiently.
- Observed patient consultations and treatments in a family practice setting.
- Engaged with patients to provide comfort and answer basic questions.
- Brought patients to their appointment rooms.
- Documented patient information accurately during appointments for record-keeping.
- Called patients to confirm appointments.
- Collaborated with dental hygienists and assistants to provide efficient and effective patient care.
- Maintained patient appointments, documenting treatments, progress, and any recommendations for future care.
Media Committee
Connect 315
- Help brainstorm and draft media posts.
- Work to increase engagement across campus.
- Prepare marketing strategies for events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Syracuse Universiry
Syracuse, NY05-2028
Skills
- Effective communication
- Leadership
- Research skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Recruitment Chair
Save A Child's Heart SU
01.2026 - Current
LacCasita Volunteer
LaCasita
11.2025 - Current
Dimensions Mentee
Dimensions Mentoring Program
09.2025 - Current
Volunteer
Yumdum Lower Basic School
2021 - Current
General Body Member
JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INC
2010 - 2024
General Dentist Family Practice Shadow
Supreme Dental Associate
Media Committee
Connect 315
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Syracuse Universiry