Divya

Vinod
45 W University Ave, Apt. No. 560 Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 448-9880 vinodda@mail.uc.edu www.divyavinodportfolio.weebly.com

Education
University of Cincinnati Aug16 May20
Medical Sciences Major, Spanish Minor, International Human Rights Certificate
Connections BS/MD Dual Admissions Program
GPA: 4.0

William Mason High School Aug12May 16
High School Diploma
Cumulative weighted GPA: 4.615; Un-weighted GPA: 4.0


Experiences
Shadowing at Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Sep17
Shadowed an Otolaryngologist at the Craniofacial clinic, a clinic designed to allow patients to see
multiple specialists once a year who will discuss the diagnosis and treatment options
Sat in the discussion of each patient after rounding was over and saw team-based medicine and
the ease on the patients as well as the stimulating discussion of the physicians of various
specialties.
Research at Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Jul17 Aug17
Researching in the Dr. Meghan McGradys Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology Lab which is
working to understand reasons adolescents struggle with nonadherence to oral medications
Received grant of $675 from the University Honors Program for the research
Spain Study Abroad May17 Jun17
Studied at Don Quijote Language School through a UC Faculty-Led Program and received 12
credits in language and culture classes
Went on many cultural and museum visits around Madrid, Barcelona, and Andaluca.
Received a University Honors Program grant of $1,000 to help fund the experience
GlobeMed Summit Apr17
Attended National Conference hosted by Global Headquarters for GlobeMed
Discussed pursuing social justice and global health with various unique approaches
Shadowing at Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Liberty, OH Mar 17
Shadowed Dr. Darcy Krueger in his NF1 with genetics clinic which treats children and adults by
treating symptoms ranging from migraines to chronic back pain
Camp Cardiac University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Jul15
Attended lectures from various departments in the medical school
participated in hands-on workshops such as suturing and dissections
Learned about different medical aspects of the heart ranging from the surgical aspect to the
pharmaceutical aspect.
Shadowed him with his general neurology patients who were suffering with forms of epilepsy
Shadowing at University of Cincinnati West Chester Hospital West Chester, OH Jul15
Shadowed an anesthesiologist and observed clinical and operating room procedures like
endoscopy, etc.
Research at the University of Louisville Chemical Engineering Department Jun15 Jul15
Conducted research under Doctoral student to develop an economical source of Hydrogen as
fuel through water splitting using nanotechnology & renewable sources of energy.
Shadowing at Cox Health Hospital Springfield, MO Mar15-Apr15
Shadowed cardiologist, nephrologist, intensivist and neurologist, and observed diagnosis,
patient care, and Cath lab procedures
Understood the purpose of a team setting in a hospital and how different specialties focus on
different aspects of the patient for the best medical care possible.
Shadowing at St. Vincents Hospital Indianapolis, IN Feb15
Shadowed a cardiothoracic surgeon and observed various surgeries ranging from open heart
surgery to endoscopic exploratory surgery.
Shadowing at Baylor Clinic Dallas, TX Dec14
Shadowed a physical therapist at Baylor Hospital Physical Therapy Clinic. Observed the
diagnostic process and treatment.

Leadership
Managing Medical Intern RISE Aug17-Present
Work with Director to develop and coordinate medical projects to get acid survivors surgeries,
connect survivor centers with physicians to provide training, collected medical supplies, and
spread awareness of the medical impacts of being attacked with acid.
Delegate tasks to the medical intern team after creating a timeline to follow and follow up with
the interns to ensure that tasks are done thoroughly and punctually
President of RISE University of Cincinnati Chapter Aug17-Present
Creating a RISE Student Organization that will work to raise awareness of acid attacks on
campus, fundraise for short and long-term projects, and work with our partners locally and
abroad to create sustainable change for acid attack survivors by using the interdisciplinary skills
from people across campus.
Honors Ambassadors Feb17 Present
Help first year and prospective students get acclimated to the University Honors Program
Showcase various experiences and help the University Honors Program with hiring needs and
creating the optimal program in terms of classes and workshops
Youth Advancing Public Speaking Jan17-Present
Created an after-school club for students at Hughes STEM High School to help students
overcome their fear of public speaking and better prepare them for giving effective
presentations.
University Honors Program Retreat Leader Jul17 Aug17
Organized and led a retreat held for incoming honors students to situated, meet others, and
learn more about University of Cincinnati and the University Honors Program
Community Fundraising Initiative May15-Nov16
Founded a self-sustaining volunteer based program for enlisting customers in the Kroger
Community Rewards Program which donates to area non-profit organizations
Community Outreach Initiative Speech and Debate Jun15-May16
Developed vision, plan, curriculum, and initiated two training sessions for elementary and
middle school students while raising funds for the Speech and Debate Team. Taught
Introduction to Public Speaking and Introduction to Speech and Debate
National Student Leadership Conference Jul15
Attended a leadership and medicine conference at Northwestern University which focused on
being comfortable with being comfortable
Attended various presentations for Medical Schools and various specialties and participated in
various hands-on activities, understanding of ethical dilemmas, and diagnostic simulations

Volunteer Service
Medical Intern RISE Jan17-Present
Develop better communication tools in the form of infographics and forms for acid survivors to
document their stories.
Communicate with local organizations to better our donations of supplies and resources
available to the survivors
Connect with on-campus organizations to broaden the reach that the newly rebranded Acid
Survivors Network has within the community.
Bethesda North Hospital Montgomery, OH Jan14-May16
Worked in ICU and assisted doctors and nurses with material stocking to ensure that the ICU
functioned efficiently
answered the patient call-line and attended to any of the needs of patients
distributed medication to the nurses to ensure that patients received the medication on time.
Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Liberty Township, OH Aug15- May 16
Provide child-patient engagement (toys, board games, etc.)
interact with anxious families before the appointments to help children feel comfortable and
not get scared of coming to the doctor.
National Honors Society Oct14-May16
Tutored a student in Math for two years and helped her develop strong study skills and problem
solving skills. Resulted in her eventually not needing a math tutor for her classes.
Spanish National Honors Society Oct13-May16
Tutored students in Spanish weekly for students who in lower Spanish classes
volunteered in the Hispanic community to promote the Hispanic heritage and educate a larger
population about the Hispanic culture.
Ronald McDonald House Cincinnati, OH Jun15-Aug15
Helped with logistical assistance for families from around the world
aided stress-management for families through discussions and helping plan and run activities for
the children and parents
helped with organization and paperwork to help the house run efficiently.

Student Organizations
Student Diversity and Inclusion Council Feb 17- Present
Work with a select member of students to develop events and initiatives on campus to
encourage diversity and inclusion among different groups of people and individuals
TEDxUCincinnati Apr17-Present
Serve as Speakers Relations Director to help interview, select, and coach selected speakers for
the main stage TEDxUCincinnati event
GlobeMed Aug 16- Present
Involved with Campaigns Committee to help fundraise for Social Action for Women (partner
organization based on the Burma/Thailand border)
spread awareness, along with the External Relations Committee, of the efforts of Social Action
for Women in Burma and Thailand while also creating awareness for various health issues by
planning events around campus.
Discovering Leadership Program TEDxUCincinnati Aug 16- May 17
Accepted into the selective freshman mentoring program that allows students to be mentored,
explore their interests, become better leaders within society
University of Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Aug 16- Present
Play in non-major orchestra that meets weekly and performs every semester.
Played violin for 12 years and learned from highly reputed musicians and conductors in private
lessons and Youth Orchestras.
Speech and Debate Sep 12- May16
Competed in the Lincoln Douglas Debate style weekly
Was on the Social Committee in Junior Year to encourage the Speech and Debate team to get to
know one another
Selected as Financial Secretary in Senior Year and fundraised for the team with various
initiatives that used the skills of the team to help the community.

Awards
Aspire Scholars Jan 16- Present
Selected by faculty as a student who should be worked with to compete for Nationally
Competitive Awards and create change both on campus and around the world
Work with a group of students to collaborate with University students in Botswana who have
adopted a village and are looking to develop the village with the help of our expertise and
resources.
Pat OConnor Scholarship Mar17
$500 scholarship awarded to students studying abroad in Spain or France to encourage learning
of the romance languages and encouragement of diversity.
Cincinnatus Excellence ScholarshipFull Tuition Service Scholarship Aug16
Awarded by University of Cincinnati to National Merit Finalists. Provides $17,558 annually with a
one-time $1,500 stipend. It also requires 30 hours of service.
University Honors Program Aug16
Selected by University of Cincinnati for University of Cincinnati students. Focuses on experiential
learning and embracing opportunities both in and out of the career pathway of a student.
Requires 5 honors experiences (each experience requires a minimum of 75 hours of
participation).
Provost Scholarship Aug16
Awarded by University Honors Program of the University of Cincinnati. Provides $2,000
annually.
National Merit Finalist Sep15
This award is given to students who perform at a certain level on the PSAT/National Merit
Scholarship Qualifying Test. This award also includes a $375 scholarship.