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Megha Kalia

Tampa,FL

Summary

Ambitious biology student with a passion for healthcare, particularly in dermatology, epidemiology, and genetics. Actively engaged in scientific research aimed at improving public health outcomes. Dedicated to serving the community through long-term volunteer efforts in healthcare and outreach. Experienced in leadership roles, fostering teamwork, and organizing events. Committed to preserving cultural diversity and promoting inclusion through active involvement in cultural initiatives. Entrepreneurial mindset with experience in business development, product promotion, and effective communication. Focused on academic growth, community impact, and making a meaningful difference in healthcare.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Council Member

JGHCSC Volunteer and Events Committee
10.2024 - Current
  • Communicated student ideas and requests to council officers during meetings.
  • Informed officers of committee progress and specific problems that arose.
  • Met with other class representatives to devise plans and goals for upcoming school year.

Dancer

Bull Bhangra
06.2024 - Current
  • Progressed quickly by mastering challenging choreography and routines.
  • Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers, and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.

Co-Founder

Refresh Toilet Spray
03.2018 - Current

Aided in product development since 2018, promoted on social media for 5k followers, now available on Amazon with 500 reviews.

Competitive Dancer

Srishti Dance Academy
01.2015 - Current

Led/ danced (w/) team of 12 girls for 9 years. Fostered unity, organized weekly practices, and helped choreograph Indian Classical dances.

Volunteer

Metropolitan Ministries
06.2022 - 06.2024
  • Prepared and packaged boxes during box assembly line phase.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely distribution of food to clients in need.
  • Kept warehouses and preparation areas clean and orderly to limit workplace risk.
  • Organized, sorted and stored donations in orderly systems to minimize waste.
  • Served meals to guests with professionalism, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with meal preparation for faster and more efficient service.

Future Health Care Professionals Vice President

08.2023 - 05.2024

Create lessons about healthcare careers, offer volunteer positions in hospitals, reach out to physicians to speak on topics, hold weekly meetings.

Recruited new club members by spearheading membership drives, conducting meet-and-greets, and hosting special events.

Vice President of Mu Alpha Theta

08.2023 - 05.2024


  • Hold weekly meetings to teach 60 members Calculus, plan 3 school-wide competitions, manage tutoring hours, compete at a regional level

Tutor

WyzAnt Tutoring
03.2022 - 05.2024
  • Explained math concepts in caring and encouraging environment to help kids thrive and learn.
  • Assisted struggling students in building a strong foundation in basic math skills to improve overall performance in advanced courses.
  • Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans for each student, tailored to their individual needs.
  • Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback on performance reports to assist with goal-setting.

Volunteer

Tampa General Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2024
  • Supported hospital staff in daily tasks, resulting in improved efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Reported patient requests, concerns, and other observations to staff.
  • Assisted with patient transport, ensuring timely arrival to appointments and reducing wait times.
  • Contributed to efficient hospital operations by promptly responding to requests from medical professionals and administrative staff.
  • Maintained clean and safe environments for patients, families, and staff by adhering to infection control protocols.

Sandwich Artist

Subway
02.2020 - 03.2024
  • Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
  • Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
  • Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
  • Increased speed of service through effective multitasking and time management skills.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow during busy hours.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by covering shifts when needed, ensuring consistent staffing levels for optimal operation.

Volunteer

Moffitt Cancer Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed effective communication skills while interacting with diverse patient populations daily.
  • Maintained a strong focus on infection control practices throughout all aspects of patient care delivery.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by actively listening to concerns and addressing issues promptly.
  • Contributed to a positive healthcare environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients.

Researcher

08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Published in the Journal of Vision for research on audiovisual integration titled "Audiovisual integration across space and time."
  • Investigated how timing differences affect sound localization influenced by visual cues.
  • Conducted experiments presenting participants with a visual stimulus and an auditory stimulus with varying spatial and temporal differences.
  • Measured the "ventriloquism effect," assessing shifts in sound localization toward visual cues.
  • Found that spatial separation increased the effect up to a point, after which it decreased, and that temporal differences also reduced perceived commonality between stimuli.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of South Florida (Honors College)
06.2028

High School Diploma -

Robinson High School
05.2024

Skills

  • Organizational Development
  • Research
  • Time Management
  • Event Organization
  • Interpersonal Communication

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Student Council Member

JGHCSC Volunteer and Events Committee
10.2024 - Current

Dancer

Bull Bhangra
06.2024 - Current

Future Health Care Professionals Vice President

08.2023 - 05.2024

Vice President of Mu Alpha Theta

08.2023 - 05.2024

Volunteer

Moffitt Cancer Center
05.2023 - 08.2023

Researcher

08.2022 - 12.2022

Volunteer

Metropolitan Ministries
06.2022 - 06.2024

Tutor

WyzAnt Tutoring
03.2022 - 05.2024

Volunteer

Tampa General Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2024

Sandwich Artist

Subway
02.2020 - 03.2024

Co-Founder

Refresh Toilet Spray
03.2018 - Current

Competitive Dancer

Srishti Dance Academy
01.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of South Florida (Honors College)

High School Diploma -

Robinson High School
Megha Kalia