PAOLA SILVA
AUSTIN,TX
Summary
A biology major student at the University of Texas at Austin, with a strong interest in medicine, shaped by experience in clinical volunteering, physician shadowing, undergraduate research, and peer mentorship. Demonstrated leadership through mentoring students and leading a health-focused organization. Aspiring physician committed to improving patient care through service, leadership, and compassionate medicine.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
VAW Global Health Alliances
Austin, USA
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Coordinated executive board operations, recruited and mentored members, and oversaw chapter initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Planned and organized health-focused events and community outreach activities to increase awareness and engagement in global health topics.
- Mentor pre-health students interested in medicine and global health through leadership development and service opportunities.
- Mentored pre-health students in leadership development and service opportunities to foster professional growth and commitment to global health.
- Plan and organize health-focused events, information sessions, and community outreach activities.
- Support planning and preparation for international medical outreach experiences.
Peer Mentor
Texas Interdisciplinary Plan (TIP)
Austin, USA
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Mentored undergraduate students in academic planning, career exploration, and personal development.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to facilitate student access to academic and campus resources, enhancing student engagement.
- Fostered supportive and inclusive environment that built confidence and communication skills, contributing to overall student success.
- Mentored undergraduate students in academic planning and career exploration, guiding personal development to achieve individual goals.
Volunteer Service
Dell Children's Medical Center
Austin, USA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided comfort, companionship, and emotional support to patients and families during hospital stays, fostering a supportive environment.
- Participated in patient-centered care initiatives within a collaborative healthcare team.
- Supported healthcare staff in preparing patient rooms, transporting patients, and facilitating discharge processes to enhance patient experiences.
- Provided comfort, companionship, and emotional support to patients and families during hospital stays. fostering a supportive environment.
Freshman Research Initiative (FRI)
Behavioral Neuroscience
Austin, USA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Investigated behavioral effects of genetic changes on alcohol sensitivity, courtship, aggression, and learning and memory.
- Explored how genes and neural circuits influence behavior using the fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) as a model system.
- Studied behaviors such as alcohol sensitivity, courtship, aggression, and learning and memory by observing how genetic changes affected behavior.
- Learned how to design experiments, troubleshoot unexpected results, and connect findings to existing neuroscience literature.
- Collaborated with research team to enhance communication skills through written reports and group presentations.
- Examined influence of genes and neural circuits on behavior using fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) as a model system.
Education
BSA - Biology : Molecular, Cell, And Dev Conc
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05-2026
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Texas College
McAllen, TX05-2022
Skills
- Clinical volunteering
- Physician shadowing
- Patient support
- Leadership and mentorship
- R data analysis
- Scientific research writing
- Team collaboration
Certification
- HarvardX • CHA01- Strengthening Community Health Worker Programs
- Spanish Medical Terminology
- BLS
Accomplishments
Dean List Honors Fall 2025
Timeline
President
VAW Global Health Alliances
08.2025 - 05.2026
Peer Mentor
Texas Interdisciplinary Plan (TIP)
08.2025 - 05.2026
Volunteer Service
Dell Children's Medical Center
08.2024 - 05.2025
Freshman Research Initiative (FRI)
Behavioral Neuroscience
01.2023 - 05.2023
BSA - Biology : Molecular, Cell, And Dev Conc
University of Texas At Austin
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Texas College