Sultan Rahimi

Assisted in supporting underserved patient populations in a community clinic setting Observed patient-centered healthcare delivery and interdisciplinary teamwork Helped maintain an organized and welcoming environment for patients and staff

Volunteer Clinical Assistant - Shifa Community Clinic - Sacramento, California

(2025-01)

• Assisted in supporting underserved patient populations in a community clinic setting
• Observed patient-centered healthcare delivery and interdisciplinary teamwork
• Helped maintain an organized and welcoming environment for patients and staff

Plant Biology Laboratory Internship — Dr. Potter - University of California, Davis - University of California, Davis

(2022-12 - 2023-05)

• Participated in laboratory research focused on plant biology and experimental methods
• Assisted with data collection, organization, and laboratory procedures

Primate Research Laboratory — Dr. Yui - University of California, Davis - University of California, Davis

(2026-01)

• Contributed to research projects involving primate models and neurological processes
• Supported laboratory operations, data management, and collaborative research efforts

Mitochondrial & Neurodegenerative Disease Research — Dr. Giulivi - University of California, Davis - University of California, Davis

(2026-05)

• Studied the relationship between mitochondrial function and neurodegenerative diseases
• Assisted with experimental analysis and interpretation of laboratory findings
• Gained exposure to translational biomedical research methods

External Vice President - Muslim Student Association — UC Davis - University of California, Davis

(2026-02)

• Coordinate outreach initiatives and partnerships with campus and community organizations
• Help organize educational, service, and community-building events for students

Founding Board Member - Ihsan Mission - Sacramento, California

(2025-05)

• Helped establish a service organization focused on supporting underserved communities in Sacramento
• Organized donation drives, outreach efforts, and volunteer initiatives

Founder & Director - Aria Club - Bay Area, California

(2022-12)

• Founded and manage a nonprofit youth soccer club serving the Afghan community
• Created an inclusive environment for youth development, mentorship, and community engagement
• Direct club proceeds toward youth programming and humanitarian support initiatives in Afghanistan

Competitor - UC Davis Men's Club Soccer - University of California, Davis

(2025-01)

• Compete in organized collegiate club soccer while balancing academic, research, and leadership responsibilities
• Strengthen teamwork, communication, discipline, and leadership skills through competitive athletics

Collegiate Soccer Player - American River College - American River College

(2023-01 - 2025-12)

• Competed at the collegiate level while balancing academic and extracurricular responsibilities
• Developed leadership, discipline, teamwork, and time-management skills through competitive athletics

Volunteer - Vacaville Storehouse - Vacaville, California

(2023-01)

• Assisted in distributing food and essential resources to underserved families
• Supported pantry operations and community outreach efforts

Teacher & Volunteer - Islamic Center of Davis - Islamic Center of Davis

(2022-01)

• Teach and mentor youth students in educational and community programs
• Support community service initiatives and organizational activities

Calculus I Tutor

(2024-01)

• Provide individualized academic support in introductory calculus
• Help students strengthen problem-solving skills and conceptual understanding

Bachelor of Science - Human Biology - University of California, Davis (2027-06)