Lorna Benden
Ravenna,OH
Summary
Have worked in lab settings both academically and during volunteering and internships. Currently interning at Neo-Med in the Biology department in the animal locomotion lab performing dissections under Dr. Jesse Young and Angela Mossor. Dissections are mainly on primates and other animals relevant to their research on bones density and strength. Have been credited in academic journals do to the work done there. Have previously volunteered at the front desk of the Summa Health Hospital in Akron giving valuable experience in medical settings and interpersonal skills with patients. Currently employed as a university tutor helping students to succeed by providing academic resources and personalized teaching methods to provide better understanding of subjects to each student.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
University Tutor
Kent State University, Student Success Programs
02.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating innovative teaching techniques and easy to understand terminology.
- Utilized multimedia resources to supplement lectures, enhancing student interest levels while reinforcing key concepts effectively.
- Mentored new tutors by sharing best practices and techniques, contributing to the overall success and growth of the university's tutors.
- Developed personalized tutoring strategies for specific student needs, helping them to improve academically.
Intern
Neo-Med
08.2022 - Current
- Dissected animals currently being researched.
- Cleaned and prepped bones for Instron testing.
- CT scanned bones.
- Analyzed CT scans using Bone J and other programs on lab computers.
- Assisted with research, data collection, and specimen organization.
- Labeled and identified specimens
- Organized data on spreadsheets
Volunteer
Summa Health-Akron City Hospital
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Checked visitors in and directed or escorted to appropriate departments.
- Greeted people entering establishment, determined nature, and purpose of visit and directed and escorted them to their specific destinations.
- Complied with privacy and confidentiality policies when communicating with callers and guests.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information obtained through job duties.
- Assisted with spreadsheets and emails.
Education
Kent State University
Kent, OHSkills
Problem Solving
Research and Analysis
Communication
Collaboration and Teamwork
Critical Thinking
Quick Learner
Attention to Detail
Certification
CT Certified for internship at Neo-Med in 2024
Timeline
University Tutor
Kent State University, Student Success Programs
02.2023 - Current
Intern
Neo-Med
08.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Summa Health-Akron City Hospital
09.2020 - 01.2021
Kent State University
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