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Affiliations
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Certification
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Rowan Hodell

Bluffton,SC

Summary

UCSD General Biology student with background in microbiology techniques from internship at University of Utah Health. Skilled in laboratory techniques and data management. Experience includes advanced cell biology research and project management.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Secretary

PVSA
San Diego, CA
04.2025 - Current

Club focused on students potentially pursuing a Pre-Vet higher education or interested in pursuing a similar track.

- Created weekly newsletters containing important details

- Raised awareness and helped maintain proper funding to run the events

- Managed calendar reminders for upcoming deadlines or events associated with the club

Event Coordinator and Professional Outreach

Blossom Together
San Diego, CA
04.2025 - Current

Club devoted to raising awareness of living standards in Africa. Focused on raising money to travel to Africa, aid in clinics, and potentially shadow.

- Created program activities, agendas, and budgets based on client requirements

- Worked with professional and trade associations to create memorable and successful events and fundraisers

- Followed UCSD guidelines to ensure proper conduct and upholding of regulations

- Created advertisements to promote our Club and the purpose of the event

Pharmaceutical Intern at the University of Utah

University Of Utah Health
Salt Lake City, UT
06.2024 - 08.2024

Earned an internship at the University of Utah, College of Pharmacology.

Gained lab experience and performed variety of lab techniques. Included skills:
- Used ImageJ to overlap photos of cells
- Counted cells and compiled them into data
- Learned how to perform an RNAscope as well as Epifluorescence Microscopy
- Created chemical solutions during labs
- Cleaned test tubes and environment and practiced sterile technique

Poolside Server

Glenwild Golf Club and Spa
Park City, UT
04.2021 - 08.2021

-Delivered personalized poolside service, including towel distribution and lounge chair setup for guests.

- Accurately took and relayed food and beverage orders; provided timely refills and attentive follow-up.

- Maintained clean, well-organized dining areas and completed opening/closing duties such as restocking and sanitizing.

- Built rapport with members and returning guests to create a welcoming, personalized experience.

- Upheld luxury service standards and strict health regulations in a high-expectation country club setting.

Office Associate

Summit Pet Care
Park City, UT
06.2019 - 08.2020

1st Summer:

- Managed and properly administered dog medicines

- Ensured proper care of dogs

- Tracked costumer's equipment and property

2nd Summer (including first-year responsibilities):

- Open and manage store solo

- Answered calls and managed reservations

- Received and recorded payments

- Managed invoices and receipts

- Called veterinary clinics for updated vaccine records

- Tailored accommodations based on dog's needs

Education

Bachelor of Science - General Biology

University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA
06-2028

High School Diploma -

The Waterford School
Sandy
06-2024

Skills

  • Microbiology techniques
  • Laboratory skills
  • Data management
  • Cell biology
  • Bookkeeping
  • Expense tracking
  • Project Management
  • Event planning
  • Business correspondence
  • Schedule management
  • Food handling

Affiliations

  • Kenyan Humanitarian Trip - Instagram Page Linked | Educational Group Leader | September 2021-July 2022

- Volunteered at a Refugee Center called Hser Ner Moo.

- Taught kids life skills and spoke Spanish to ESL students.

- Volunteered 55 hours to qualify for African project in Kenya.

- Embarked to Kenya and worked with the education group to teach lessons there.

- Taught STEM lessons to the students about how tension can be utilized to create flight in helicopters.

- Served 88 hours in Kenya.

- Earned a Bronze Presidential Service Award

  • Photography Passion Portfolio with Descriptions of Awards - Instagram Page Linked | August 2021-April 2025

- Captured over 6,000 photos through a combination of school projects and personal passion over four years.

- Collaborated with a professor to select and refine submissions for competitive art programs.

- Scholastic Art & Writing Awards:

2022: Submitted 4 photos; 1 photo earned a Silver Key in Regional Awards.

2024: Submitted 6 photos; 2 photos earned Silver Keys, 1 photo won a Gold Key at Regionals, and advanced to Nationals to receive a Silver Medal at the national level.

Accomplishments

  • Certificate of Achievement - Excellence in Undergraduate Research: Dimensions of Culture Program at UCSD
  • National Silver Scholastics Photography Award
  • Presidential Bronze Service Award for Volunteer Service to Youthlinc

Certification

  • Seal of Biliteracy: Spanish Language
  • Pet (Cat and Dog) First Aid and CPR

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited

Timeline

Secretary

PVSA
04.2025 - Current

Event Coordinator and Professional Outreach

Blossom Together
04.2025 - Current

Pharmaceutical Intern at the University of Utah

University Of Utah Health
06.2024 - 08.2024

Poolside Server

Glenwild Golf Club and Spa
04.2021 - 08.2021

Office Associate

Summit Pet Care
06.2019 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - General Biology

University of California, San Diego

High School Diploma -

The Waterford School