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Alyssa Montanez

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Bio

I possess a desire to explore the sciences in the medical field. My immediate goal is to gain a solid foundation in biology, explore my academic strengths, and further my education in a specific branch of medicine. My patient and empathetic nature are due to my familial experience with individuals living with disabilities. This lived experience has allowed me a deeper understanding of how to communicate with people. My experiences also attribute to the advocacy with which I have had the privilege to become introduced to and am currently active with. I have a personal interest in the advancement of both physical and mental health for all. I am passionate about education and research on how biological processes can be enhanced through science. My intention to further medical advancements made by previous scientists that held a personal stake in the health and happiness of humankind is what makes me a candidate for your consideration.

Education

Arcadia University

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2028
  • Majors:
    • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

Delaware Valley Regional High School

High School
2020 - 2024

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
  • Planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Hospital & Health Care

    • Dream career goals:

      Medical doctor

    • Babysitter

      Local Individuals
      2017 – Present7 years

    Sports

    Volleyball

    Club
    2017 – 2017

    Research

    • Drug Prevention

      Public Good Project — Interviewee/ Statistic Provider
      2022 – 2022

    Arts

    • Independent

      Painting
      2018 – 2020
    • The Delphi- DVRHS

      Television Criticism
      2020 – 2023
    • Woodland Elementary School

      Music- Recorder
      Hot Cross Buns, London Bridge , Mary Had a Little Lamb, Old MacDonald Had a Farm, When The Saints Go Marching In
      2011 – 2014
    • Independent

      Photography
      Nature stills, Pet portraits , Family photos
      2010 – Present
    • Holland Township School

      Art Studio
      mixed media tree , pottery , scratchboard flower painting, Papier-mâché letter sculpture
      2016 – 2020

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Eks Most Valuable Student Award — Student
      2024 – Present
    • Advocacy

      Students Against Destructive Decisions — President
      2020 – 2024
    • Advocacy

      Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids — Ambassador
      2022 – Present
    • Advocacy

      Luv Michael — Volunteer
      2022 – 2024
    • Volunteering

      National Honors Society — President
      2022 – 2024
    • Volunteering

      Terriers Against Cancer Club — Volunteer
      2021 – 2022
    • Advocacy

      Hunterdon County Youth Coalition — Participant- #BreakTheStigmaHC Virtual Run
      2021 – 2021
    • Volunteering

      Communitity Anti-Drug Coalition of America — Volunteer- CardzForKidz
      2021 – 2021
    • Volunteering

      DoSomething.org — Volunteer- 5 Cans Challenge
      2021 – 2021
    • Advocacy

      Holland Township School — Participant- Bubbles 4 Autism
      2015 – 2019
    • Advocacy

      Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids — Participant
      2021 – 2021
    • Volunteering

      Dosomething.org — Volunteer- Power To The Period
      2021 – 2021
    • Volunteering

      Delaware Valley Regional High School — Volunteer- Food Drive
      2020 – 2021
    • Volunteering

      DoSomething.org — Volunteer- Comeback Clothes
      2021 – 2021

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Pettable Pet Lovers Scholarship
    These are my beautiful girls, Rosie and Isabella. Rosie is a 13-year-old chihuahua and Isabella is a 9-year-old tuxedo cat. The duo enjoy each other’s company as paradoxical that may sound. They prefer to spend their free time sunbathing and frolicking in the yard. The photos I have chosen perfectly capture my infatuation with them as well as their love for the camera. (BTW, Rosie loved the peanut butter cupcakes featured on @join.pettable.)