2025-2026 Purdue University Career Success Handbook

Paula Premed 773-987-6543 ● Chicago, IL ● paulapremed@outlook.com ● www.linkedin.com/in/paulapremed/

EDUCATION Purdue University | Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Pre-Medicine Concentration

May 2026

• Honors: Recipient of the St. John the Great Scholarship Award through the Catholic League of Poland & Polonia • Relevant Coursework: Human Anatomy & Physiology, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Clinical Anatomy, Research Methods in Kinesiology

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Undergraduate Research Assistant

March 2023 – Present

Purdue University | West Lafayette, IN Effects on Heat-Centered Leg Therapy on Circulatory Function •

Conducted research on heat-based therapy and its impact on circulation • Collected, analyzed, and prepared data for manuscript publication • Co-authored a soon-to-be published study in the peer-reviewed academic journal, Temperature • Presenting research findings through the showcasing of a co-authored poster at the American Physiological Society conference in April 2025 CLINICAL & HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE Advance Hospice Care Volunteer August 2023 – Present Elara Caring | West Lafayette, IN • Provided administrative support and direct patient care in hospice settings • Offered comfort and compassion to both patients and their families during visits Hospital Volunteer March 2023 – December 2025 Advocate Christ Medical Center | Oak Lawn, IL • Engaged in patient care in the cardiac catheterization lab, emergency room, and cardiac step-down unit • Shadowed healthcare professionals and gained hands-on exposure to patient care ABA & Holistic Behavioral Therapist March 2025 – Present Happyian ABA | Schiller Park, IL • Facilitated applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy sessions for individuals with developmental disorders • Supported holistic therapy approaches, including mindfulness techniques and alternative medicine practices • Created and implemented personalized treatment plans LEADERSHIP & TEACHING EXPERIENCE Student Mentor August 2024 – Present Purdue Caduceus Club – Pre-Medicine Society| West Lafayette, IN • Mentored students in the kinesiology major, providing academic and career guidance Catechist & Religious Educator June 2024 – Present St. Patricia Parish | Hickory Hills, IL • Taught 6 th grade religious education and led summer intensive courses • Organized teen ministry events and led parish baptisms and weddings, coordinating with clergy and families SKILLS & TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY • Bilingual: Fluent in Polish and English • Research & Data Analysis: Experimental design, statistical analysis, and literature reviews • Clinical Exposure: Hands-on patient interaction, ABA therapy assistance, and medical environment experience • Technical Skills: Qualtrics survey system, Microsoft Office Suite

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