Interests: Crocheting/crafting, mosaics, running, reading, dancing
Samantha Valente
Somerville,NY
Summary
Dedicated biology student with a passion for learning new things and curiosity in learning more about the processes of the cell for the purpose of understanding about human diseases. Flexible team member with strong intuition, listening skills, and attention to detail looking to apply skills in research.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Director
Briarcliff Department of Recreation
Briarcliff Manor, NY
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Worked with all counselors, camp directors, and 90+ children to oversee the successful management of camp
- Created an art program that enriched children's creativity by teaching a diverse array of artistic skills
- Organized the space and created a clean working environment
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts and supported children's emotional needs
- Encouraged engagement with nature through art
Community Service Volunteer Organizer
Pleasantville Farmers Market
Pleasantville, NY
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Coordinated volunteers and tasks to gather donated items from vendors, weigh, and distribute these items efficiently
- Created promotional material to gain more volunteers
- Served as a point of contact for volunteers and organized with farm vendors to encourage donations
- Collected over 500 pounds of food in one day through generating community engagement by tabling and directing volunteers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tufts University
Somerville, Massachusetts, MA06-2028
High School Diploma -
School of The Holy Child
Rye, New York06-2024
Skills
- SDS Page Gel Electrophoresis
- Polymerase Chain Reaction
- Titration
- Basic MATLAB
- Lab Safety Knowledge
- Science Communication Skills
- Effective Group Member
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Interests
Timeline
Art Director
Briarcliff Department of Recreation
06.2024 - 08.2025
Community Service Volunteer Organizer
Pleasantville Farmers Market
09.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tufts University
High School Diploma -
School of The Holy Child