Avery Dunbar

Reliable neuroscience graduate with hundreds of research hours and 88 hours of clinical exposure in multiple medical fields. Able to communicate effectively and confidently to supervisors, peers, and large groups. Variations in experiences in research, administrative, and leadership positions created an adaptable, detail-oriented, and passionate candidate.

Summer Undergraduate Neuroscience Program Participant - LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine - New Orleans, Louisiana

(2025-06 - 2026-07)

Participated in full-time neuroscience research at LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine with 600+ hours.

• Produced new data after learning techniques such as liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, JESS Western Blot, liquid/liquid extractions, cellular fractionation, cell culture preparation, cell assays, and base hydrolysis.
• Submitted an original abstract and informally presented my research to students and staff.

Den Mom - Alpha Phi

(2026-01 - 2026-02)

Served in a mentorship position for the new members of Alpha Phi with 8 hours.

• Organized social outings for my group, answered questions related to academics or Greek life, and was a resource for questions or concerns.

Off-Campus Reception Chair - Alpha Phi

(2023 - 2024)

Elected as the Off-Campus Reception Chair, where I organized our budget to plan for our Bid Day celebration with 45 hours.

• Tasks included securing a venue, decorations, food, and planning activities to ensure the event was exciting for new members and older members alike.
• Attended weekly meetings with our advisors to discuss my visions for Bid Day, where I updated the team on the status of our budget.

Welcome Week Leader - Baylor University - Waco, Texas

(2023-08 - 2023-08)

Served as an ambassador by leading a group of new students through orientation with 50 hours.

• Encouraged group participation in spirit activities, facilitated relationship building, and alleviated anxieties as students adjusted to a new environment.

Competitive Dancer - Maureen Bersuder Academy of Dance Arts (MBADA)

(2012 - 2024)

Competed as a competitive dancer at MBADA for 12 years with 5000 hours.

• For two years I served as Captain of our Mardi Gras troop.
• Attended rehearsal three to five times per week and competed in competitions and conventions, where I won two different scholarships.
• On the cover of MBADA's recital book for being the top ad winner in 2022, raising around $9,000.

Baylor Experience and Admissions Representative (BEAR) / Tour Guide - Baylor University - Waco, Texas

(2024-08 - 2024-12)

Recruited prospective students with 150 hours.

• Recruited prospective students by giving personalized 90-minute tours to families, shared my Baylor experience, and acted as a representative of the university at recruiting, admitted, and athletic events.
• Made phone calls, answered emails, scheduled meetings for prospective students, and completed office work.

Shadowing - Radiation Oncology - Mary Bird Perkins Center - Hammond, Louisiana

(2024 - 2024)

Shadowed Dr. Elson in radiation oncology with 56 hours.

• Shadowed a physics team, nurses, and a dosimetrist.

Shadowing - Dermatology - Hilton Dermatology & Aesthetics

(2024 - 2024)

Shadowed Dr. Hilton in dermatology with 18 hours.

• Watched biopsies, wart and skin cancer removals, and consultations.

Shadowing - Emergency Department - Slidell Memorial Hospital - Slidell, Louisiana

(2024 - 2024)

Shadowed Dr. Ragas and Dr. Rivenburgh in the emergency department with 14 hours.

Guard - Alpha Phi

(2024 - 2024)

Assisted in Kappa Theta rituals with 40 hours.

• Leading the new members through the process.

Team Member - Student of the Year New Orleans - Leukemia and Lymphoma Society - New Orleans, Louisiana

(2022 - 2022)

• Worked to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Volunteer - Steppin' Out - Baylor University - Waco, Texas

(2023 - 2024)

Volunteered to serve in different areas of Waco on Baylor's largest day of community service with 16 hours.

• Tasks included clearing out a garden at Waco ISD, moving bricks, gardening, and picking up trash.

Volunteer - Move to BU - Baylor University - Waco, Texas

(2023 - 2024)

Carried up the new students' belongings into their dorms with 16 hours.

• So they can avoid the struggle of doing it alone.

Participant - All-University Sing - Baylor University - Waco, Texas

(2022 - 2024)

Participated in school-wide competition between different organizations with 450 hours.

• Featuring an act with singing, dancing, and acting.
• Attended rehearsals three to six times per week for two months, including dress rehearsals and open stage practices.
• Performed in a total of 18 shows over 3 years.

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience - Baylor University (2026-05)