Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
Publications
Awards
Hobbies and Interests
Congressional Award and Presidential Award
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Mahith Samarathunga

Creve Coeur,USA

Summary

I'm someone you can count on to get the job done, often finishing tasks ahead of schedule. This quality has served me well in college, where reliability is crucial. I'm dedicated and hardworking, always striving to meet and exceed expectations. My classmates enjoy my company because I bring positivity and energy to our interactions, making me a favorite among peers. Experienced with laboratory techniques and research methodologies, contributing to accurate data collection and analysis. Utilizes precision and attention to detail to ensure reliable experimental outcomes. Knowledge of lab safety standards and equipment maintenance, fostering productive research environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Lab Assistant

Washington University in St Louis
05.2022 - 08.2024

Assisted with laboratory experiments by preparing and cleaning buffers to support ongoing research. At age 16, earned a qualified license to work with mutant mice and took responsibility for the animal facility. Duties included daily feeding, monitoring, and analyzing behavioral patterns of mice, which provided early hands-on experience in biomedical research and lab responsibility.

Digital Scoreboard Assistant

Ladue High School
  • Incharge of running the scoreboard during the games and recording games at the high school

Election Judge

St Louis County
  • Track the line count for people
  • Make sure voters print the ballot and scan it correctly using variety scan
  • Greet and welcome them before going to vote

Member of the Daily Kansans

University of Kansas
  • Write articles about students and what is around the campus to promote our school and make our student's voices heard

Gatesworth

Gatesworth Senior Living St Louis
05.2025 - Current

Assisted with day-to-day operations of the gift shop at a senior living community, helping residents, visitors, and staff with purchases, restocking merchandise, processing transactions, and maintaining clean, organized displays. Gained experience in customer service, handling cash and credit payments, and interacting compassionately with older adults

Resident Assistant

University Of Kansas Housing
08.2024 - Current
  • Planned and implemented activities to help residents get acquainted with one another.
  • Hosted floor or building meetings to foster meaningful interactions with residents and encourage community involvement.
  • Coordinated socialization programs to promote activities and events.
  • Promoted campus opportunities to residents to build student engagement.


Education

High School Diploma - Biology And Global International Studies

Ladue High School
St Louis, MO
05-2023

Bachelor of Science -

University of Kansas
Kansas City, MO
05-2027

Skills

  • Hazardous material handling
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Data analysis
  • Genetic analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Data collection
  • Critical thinking
  • Physiological Understanding
  • Problem-solving abilities

Accomplishments

  • Learned English as a second language and became fluent within two years. Currently pursuing a double major in Biology and Global & International Studies, showing determination and perseverance in challenging fields.

Languages

Tamil, Fluent
English, Fluent
Sinhalese, Native
Quechua, Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Gatesworth

Gatesworth Senior Living St Louis
05.2025 - Current

Resident Assistant

University Of Kansas Housing
08.2024 - Current

Research Lab Assistant

Washington University in St Louis
05.2022 - 08.2024

Digital Scoreboard Assistant

Ladue High School

Election Judge

St Louis County

Member of the Daily Kansans

University of Kansas

High School Diploma - Biology And Global International Studies

Ladue High School

Bachelor of Science -

University of Kansas

Publications

  • Mahith Amarakone | m16335205@ku.edu. “Chill on the Hill Sparks New Connections for Incoming Students.” The University Daily Kansan, 5 Sept. 2024, www.kansan.com/news/chill-on-the-hill-sparks-new-connections-for-incoming-students/article_c3250d46-6bad-11ef-81f2-d3e15225c981.html, https://doi.org/1054207/Big-Box-2. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
  • Samarathunga, Mahith. “International Jayhawk Festival Allows Attendees to Explore Other Cultures.” The University of Daily Kansans , Mahith Amarakone, 15 Apr. 2024, www.kansan.com/arts_and_culture/international-jayhawk-festival-allows-attendees-to-explore-other-cultures/article_8d7b1ca6-fdcd-11ee-be60-3f8b4c2d3e74.html. Accessed 3BC.
  • “Bundling up with Books - Issuu.” Issuu, 26 Jan. 2023, issuu.com/laduepublications/docs/janury_2023/s/18158317. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
  • “Panorama Senior Issue 2023.” Issuu, 19 May 2023, issuu.com/laduepublications/docs/senior_2023. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.

Awards

Congressional Award - Gold Medal (2025 Spring) 

Presidential award - (Spring 2025)

KU Liberal Arts and Science award - (2025 Spring)

First Place for Informational Graphic, National Scholastic Press Association, 2023

 Ladue High School, 2022-2023, Dad's Club Scholarship Recipient

National Honor Society recognition of leadership and Character, 2020-2021 

Outstanding Citizenship Award, Ladue High School, 2021-2022

Academic Excellence, Ladue High School, 2021-2022

Ram Pride recognition, Ladue High School, 2019-2020

 Ladue High School, 2021-2022, Ram Pride Recognition



Hobbies and Interests

Stamp and Coin Collecting: I have been passionate about stamp and coin collecting since I was 12 years old. Over the years, I've built a collection spanning hundreds of years, and I aim to continue expanding it in the future., Playing Guitar: I taught myself to play guitar using YouTube tutorials, progressing from a beginner to an advanced level in just 6-8 months. This experience taught me the value of dedication and self-discipline., Gardening: I enjoy planting and spend summers helping my grandmother grow vegetables and other plants. My grandmother often says I have a 'green thumb,' as the plants I care for seem to thrive and grow quickly.

Congressional Award and Presidential Award

Recognized by the U.S. Congress with the highest level of the Congressional Award for completing over 500 hours of community service, as well as long-term goals in personal development, physical fitness, and exploration. This honor reflects more than two years of dedication, leadership, and commitment to growth and making a positive impact on others.


Presidential Volunteer Service Award - Honored by the President of the United States for completing significant volunteer service hours and demonstrating a strong commitment to community engagement and civic responsibility.

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