Endia Evans

Selected as 1 of 35 students nationwide to participate in an intensive 2-month biomedical research program at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, conducting research in the Zeltser Laboratory on peripheral neural circuits regulating food intake, energy balance, and metabolism. Contributed to the development of novel research tools to investigate how the sympathetic nervous system regulates nutrient uptake in brown adipose tissue and impacts local and systemic metabolic function.

Biomedical Research Intern - Columbia Summer Program for Rising Stars (SPURS) - New York City

(2026-05 - 2026-07)

• Selected as 1 of 35 students nationwide to participate in an intensive 2-month biomedical research program at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, conducting research in the Zeltser Laboratory on peripheral neural circuits regulating food intake, energy balance, and metabolism.
• Contributed to the development of novel research tools to investigate how the sympathetic nervous system regulates nutrient uptake in brown adipose tissue and impacts local and systemic metabolic function.

Ignite Fellow - Teach for America Ignite Fellowship - Virtual

(2026-02 - 2026-05)

• Delivered high-impact small-group virtual math instruction to 6th-grade students by improving problem-solving accuracy and concept mastery, providing targeted, foundation-focused support and guided practice designed to build academic confidence and strengthen mathematical reasoning.

Teaching Assistant - Spelman College Department of Mathematics - Atlanta, Georgia

(2025-08 - 2025-12)

• Supported over 30 first-year students by improving comprehension of algebraic concepts, providing collaborative academic assistance and reinforcing problem-solving strategies.
• Fostered an inclusive, achievement-oriented classroom environment by enhancing student engagement, working closely with the course instructor to deliver targeted support.

Intern - Howard University Summer Health Professions Enrichment Program - Washington, D.C

(2025-06 - 2025-07)

• Completed a competitive 6-week health professions program, strengthening clinical and diagnostic skills through clinical simulations, vital sign assessment, medical skills workshops, and 8 hours of physician shadowing in anesthesiology and pediatrics at Howard University Hospital.
• Served as a SHPEP Ambassador, mentoring 20+ pre-medical students on the application process and providing guidance that contributed to successful program acceptances.

Intern - National Institutes of Health Summer Internship Program - Baltimore, Maryland

(2024-06 - 2024-08)

• Designed and conducted an independent research project by analyzing neurocognitive aging mechanisms and completing intensive research training investigating Purkinje Cell Soma Volumes in a rodent model of cognitive aging.
• Earned the Intramural Research Award by demonstrating research excellence, contributing to projects within the Laboratory of Behavioral Neuroscience.

Bachelor of Science - Health Science - Spelman College (2028-05) Atlanta, Georgia

International Baccalaureate Diploma - International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - Baltimore City College (2024-06) Baltimore, Maryland