Neuroscience and Behavior Community and Social Coordinator (Jan – Dec 2024) The University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA.
Organized student-only social activities to create space for community and networking in a relaxed environment.
Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP) Near Peer Mentor (Aug 2021-May 2024) The University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
Helped current PREP students on a 1-on-1 consultations for their interest in applying for graduate schools, gave feedback on their writing in their application materials and provided resources to apply for fellowships. Participated in a panel discussion about choosing graduate programs and selecting the laboratory (or Principal Investigator) of interest.
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) Mentor (Aug 2021-Oct 2021) Graduate School Office of Professional Development (OPD) The University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA.
Selected to be an NSF GRFP Mentor after passing through a competitive application process. Received training focused on understanding the NSF GRFP Review Criteria. Evaluated student’s writing and provided constructive feedback on their application materials in 1-on-1 consultations. Co-facilitated an NSF GRFP OPD workshop for undergraduates and graduate students titled NSF GRFP Graduate Research Plan Statement Workshop
Student Mentors Project of the College of Science, Department of Biology (Jan 2017-Aug 2017) Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, Ponce, PR.
Aided incoming students about their transition and adaptation to life in university. Provided guidance on the student’s enrollment in the department of biology, biotechnology, chemistry, and mathematics on their first day at the Ponce campus.