Lilly Rotman

Research Competitor, Long Island Science Congress Science Fair

• Conducted independent behavioral science research projects on Gender Differences in Emotion Recognition from Facial Expressions, Effects of Physical Activity on Creative Cognition, and Influence of Auditory Stimuli on Alpha and Beta Brain Waves.
• Recruited participants, designed experiments, and analyzed data using T-tests, standard deviations, means, and graphical representations.
• Presented findings in abstracts, bibliographies, and oral defense presentations.
• Recognized with Senior Division Award (2024) and Junior Division Honors Award (2024).

Clinical Shadowing, Department of Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

• Shadowed a radiation oncologist specializing in breast cancer, observing patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Gained firsthand exposure to treatment planning for early-stage (DCIS) and invasive (IDC) breast cancers, including radiation, chemotherapy, and hormone therapies.
• Learned about clinical approaches and decision-making in patient management and treatment strategies.

• Wrote opinion and feature articles covering school, local, and community events, ensuring diverse perspectives were represented.
• Conducted research and interviews with staff, students, and community members to produce accurate, engaging content.
• Edited and proofread articles as an Editorial Board Member.
• Delivered timely information to readers, strengthening community engagement and awareness.

Captain, Mock Trial Team

• Led team preparation for case arguments, cross-examinations, and overall legal strategy.
• Coordinated practices and mentored new members in legal terminology, affidavit analysis, and public speaking.
• Managed team responsibilities and delegated tasks to ensure smooth operation and competition readiness.

• Taught Hebrew vocabulary, language, and reading skills to elementary students (grades K–5), supporting beginners in learning letters and sounds and older students in reading more fluently.
• Helped students develop speaking skills and engage with the language through interactive lessons.

• Coordinated a library book drive, collecting over 250 books for underprivileged schools and non-profit organizations.
• Designed and distributed promotional materials, utilizing social media platforms to raise community awareness.
• Collaborated with community members and school administrators to organize resources, collection bins, and logistics for the drive.
• Volunteered weekly to sort, evaluate, label, and package books for distribution to Title 1 schools, libraries, orphanages, and international organizations in Nigeria, Mexico, Ghana, and India.