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Oyinkansola Tunji-Ogunsanya

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Bio

I am an incoming college sophmore with a strong passion for medicine. I have been accepted into my dream college and am thrilled to begin this new chapter in my academic journey. However, I face financial challenges that could potentially hinder my pursuit of education. Throughout high school, I have actively engaged in various activities, from volunteering to internships and research work. My dedication to advocating for my community led me to volunteer in Northern Nigeria, where I worked with a team to address community health issues. Together, we focused on maternal health challenges, including STIs, and prenatal, and postnatal care. I am deeply committed to supporting and advocating for my community. In my school district, I organized social and educational events that celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the Black community. Additionally, I served as a representative and actively participated in student panels, amplifying the voices of my peers. Besides my academic pursuits, I enjoy various hobbies, including reading, tennis, volunteering, knitting, babysitting, and Fencing. These activities have enriched my life and taught me the value of perseverance and dedication. Despite facing financial barriers, I refuse to let this deter me from achieving my dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon Any contributions made would directly impact my ability to pay for tuition, books, and other college expenses. Your generous help will be an investment in my education and the betterment of healthcare and the advocacy work I am committed to.

Education

University of Oregon

Bachelor's degree program
2023 - 2025
  • Majors:
    • Neurobiology and Neurosciences
  • Minors:
    • International/Globalization Studies
    • African Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
    • Biomedical/Medical Engineering

Sprague High School

High School
2022 - 2023

Aloha High School

High School
2019 - 2022

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

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

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Neurobiology and Neurosciences
    • Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
    • Biotechnology
    • African Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
  • Planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Hospital & Health Care

    • Dream career goals:

      Neurosurgeon

    • Undergraduate Research assistant

      Deku Lab
      2024 – Present10 months
    • Intern/Research

      Pacific University
      2021 – 20221 year
    • Intern

      Kaiser Permanente
      2020 – 20222 years
    • Neuroscience Intern

      Leadership Innitiative
      2020 – 20211 year
    • Director of External Affairs

      Homeful Project
      2022 – Present2 years
    • Team Lead

      Leadership Initiative
      2021 – 20232 years
    • Student AVID Tutor

      Salem keizer
      2022 – 20231 year

    Sports

    Tennis

    Varsity
    2020 – 20244 years

    Research

    • Neurobiology and Neurosciences

      Deku Lab - University of Oregon — Undergraduate Research assistant
      2024 – Present
    • Neurobiology and Neurosciences

      Leadership Innitiative — Intern
      2020 – 2021

    Arts

    • None

      Jewelry
      Yes, but for my personal use
      2017 – Present

    Public services

    • Public Service (Politics)

      Student Health Advisory Committee at UO — member
      2023 – Present
    • Volunteering

      University of Oregon — Volunteer
      2023 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Homeful Project — Director of External Affairs
      2022 – 2023
    • Advocacy

      Leadership Innitiative — Team Lead
      2021 – 2023

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Entrepreneurship