Loyola University Chicago graduate with experience in healthcare, research, leadership, and community service. Strong communicator and collaborative team member with a background in patient advocacy, cancer research, and working with diverse populations.
Work History
Medical Advocate
11 Months
Resilience | 08.2024 - 07.2025
Delivered trauma-informed crisis support to sexual assault survivors in emergency environments to enhance safety and emotional well-being.
Guided patients through complex medical and legal procedures to empower informed decision-making.
Managed comprehensive care coordination and resource allocation, ensuring effective transportation and follow-up assistance.
Vice President of Recruitment
1 Year 3 Months
Alpha Sigma Alpha at Loyola University Chicago | 11.2023 - 02.2025
Led chapter-wide recruitment strategy and execution, tripling recruitment results compared with the previous year.
Directed and mentored a team of recruitment chairs while coordinating with Panhellenic leadership and national advisors.
Developed and facilitated workshops focused on inclusive recruitment, DEI, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Managed event logistics, recruitment materials, and member participation while balancing multiple deadlines and priorities.
Research Assistant
1 Year 3 Months
Loyola University Medical Center | 05.2023 - 08.2024
Evaluated Trop-2 protein expression in EGFR mutation non-small cell lung cancer to identify potential therapeutic targets.
Monitored and maintained lung cancer cell cultures to support therapeutic resistance studies.
Conducted analysis of drug-treated cell lines utilizing flow cytometry and microscopy methods.
Designed a staining protocol that was adapted for applications in circulating tumor cell studies.
Mentored incoming interns in essential laboratory techniques and sterile practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Spanish
Loyola University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | 05-2025
Presidential Scholarship Recipient
Dean's List (7 semesters)
Relevant Coursework: Molecular Pathogenesis of Cancer, Microbiology, Comparative Genomics, Human Anatomy I, Spanish Medical Interpretation