Teaching Assistant, Honors Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine at Department of Psychology & Brain Sciences, Texas A&M University (2026-01 – 2026-05)
- Graded assignments for 20 students, providing relevant, encouraging feedback to support learning
- Collaborated with the instructor to refine course materials, strengthening curriculum-design skills
- Administering make-up and accommodations-based exams
- Led a 75-minute lecture on discussion material, paired with designed slides, facilitating the discussion and guiding academic conversations
- Took detailed class notes and responded to emails promptly, reinforcing accessibility to academic materials
Peer Mentor, PBSI 105 w/ Diya Dharmendran at Department of Psychology & Brain Sciences, Texas A&M University (2025-08 – 2025-12)
- Graded assignments and attendance for 25 freshmen, offering constructive feedback to support their transition into college
- Collaborated with the leading instructor on weekly slides and lesson plans
- Taught two 50-minute classes on course registration and time management
- Met with students independently to discuss their experiences as freshmen and future plans, guiding them towards relevant opportunities and resources
Research Assistant, Lifespan Health and Neuroscience Lab at Department of Psychology & Brain Sciences, Texas A&M University (2025-01 – 2026-08)
Principal Investigator: Dr. Rongxiang Tang
- Verified accuracy of manually entered data and maintained high data-integrity standards across all lab projects
- Wrote and revised SOPs and task READMEs to promote a smooth onboarding process and proper documentation
- Led protocol training sessions and presented slides on cognitive tasks and relevant papers at lab meetings, strengthening my science communication skills
- Administered a 4-hour protocol (physiology, cognitive tasks, fMRI, EMA onboarding) and informed consent session for 50+ participants
- Contributing to data entry and analysis using R, as well as MRI brain image editing
Medical Assistant Intern and Shadow at Prime Medic PA (2024-05 – 2026-01)
- Performed injections, vitals, flu and COVID testing, EKGs, x-rays, and Annual Wellness Visits, including cognitive and depression screenings, improving my clinical competency and promoting exceptional patient care
- Managed prescription refills, EMR documentation, and patient communication, ensuring an accurate and timely visit
- Independently covered full clinic shifts, demonstrating reliability and exemplary patient encounters
- Recognized by Dr. Cherlo with multiple personally awarded paychecks for exceptional patient care and work ethic
- Shadowed Dr. Cherlo, MD, and Dr. Basi, MD, for 50+ hours, observing biopsies, joint injections, and full patient visits, deepening my clinical insight
Research Event Committee Member at Aggies Serving the Aging Population (ASAP), Texas A&M University (2025-08 – 2026-05)
- Participated in planning meetings for semesterly research events on aging and Alzheimer's
- Supported research panel event execution by contributing to the design of the decorative display and food layout, and assisting with post-event breakdown
- Analyzed 50+ post-panel feedback forms to identify improvements for future events, contribution to data-driven program refinement
- Distributed 40+ promotional posters across campus to increase event visibility and audience turnout
Hospital Volunteer – Stroke, Oncology, Discharge Packets, Storytelling at St. Joseph's Hospital (2024-08 – 2025-08)
- Responded to patient call lights and relayed needs to nurses, while maintaining the cleanliness of rooms, strengthening my ability to support clinical teams in fast-paced settings
- Took vitals for verbal and non-verbal stroke patients, improving my communication and patient-care adaptability
- Assisted stroke patients with eating and daily living tasks, providing comfort and dignity during recovery
- Read uplifting stories to patients and listened to their experiences, fostering meaningful patient connection
- Assembled 500+ discharge packets under the Nurse Supervisor's direction, contributing to hospital-wide workflow
Pediatric Volunteer at Starlight Aggies, Texas A&M University (2024-08 – 2026-05)
- Engaged pediatric patients at Texas Children's and MD Anderson through playroom activities and homemade cards and activity kits, enhancing their emotional well-being and promoting creativity and comfort
- Supported the Down Syndrome Association's local events through hands-on activities and post-event cleanup
- Volunteered at Camp for All, engaging with children with diverse medical needs in an adaptive camp environment
- Assisted with community service initiatives, including BUILD and RMHC, promoting global impact
- Helped organize and volunteer at fundraising events, including our annual Color Run for ill children
Hospice Volunteer at Aggies Serving the Aging Population (ASAP), Texas A&M University (2025-08 – 2026-05)
- Provided companionship to elderly residents in assisted-living and nursing homes through games and conversations
- Promoted vaccine awareness among middle-aged and older adults before sports games, strengthening my public-health communication skills
- Designed seasonal cards for local hospital patients, contributing to community outreach efforts
ESL Class Volunteer at Bilingual Education Institute (BEI) (2026-08 – Present)
- Assisting the instructor weekly, dynamically interacting with the students to promote comfortability and trust
- Helping students with their assigned practice and homework through breakout rooms, fostering open learning
