ELENA OCHOA
Contact: 269-615-3141 34 E 11th Ave. Columbus OH, 43201 ochoa.23@osu.edu
EDUCATION
The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH Expected Graduation: May 2018
Zoology Overall GPA (4.0 scale): 3.4
HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
Health Sciences Scholars (HSS) Program (August 2014-May 2016)
- Selective community which helps foster success for students interested in health-related careers
- Mentor freshman in HSS and attend various HSS events while accumulating 40 service hours
Morrill Scholar through the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) at The Ohio State University
- Awards students that are academically strong leaders committed to diversity
- Foster the growth of diversity in the community through leadership
Latino Leadership Development Institute (August 2014-May 2016) through ODI at The Ohio State University
- Selective program which concerns the success and development of strong leadership skills
- Mentored students within the program through their first year at Ohio State
The Pro-Life Club at The Ohio State University (August 2014-present)
- Vice President: I assist in planning weekly meetings along with campus outreach events
QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
- CPR and Lifeguard Certified
- Relevant Courses to be completed by May 2016: General Chemistry 1&2, HSS Seminar, Physiology, Statistics, Physics, Environmental Science, Organic Chemistry, Biology 2
WORK EXPERIENCE
Shannondale Mahogony Swim Club, Portage, MI
Lifeguard (May 2013-Present, seasonal summer position)
- Ensure safety of patrons, routine checks of the facility, and swim lessons.
- Worked 20 hours a week
Binder Park Zoo, Battle Creek, MI
Overnight Interpreter (Summer 2016)
- Executed weekend overnight camps for various groups in the zoo
- Responsible for animal presentations, conservation education, group safety, and zoo tours
Cat Welfare Association, Columbus Ohio
Volunteer (Fall 2015-present)
- Socialize cats once a week in a safe manner so they are ready to be adopted
- 1 hour a week