Alexandra A.

Bowles
2704 Jefferson Ave. Apt 23. Cincinnati, OH 45219 937-779-7739 bowlesar@mail.uc.edu
EDUCATION______________________________________________________________ ___________
University of Cincinnati, College of McMicken Arts and Sciences Cincinnati, OH
Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences, Certificate of Medical Humanities and Bioethics Expected: April 2015
Cincinnatus Presidential Scholar University Honors Program
Choose Ohio First Scholar Kappa Delta Alumni Scholarship
GPA: 3.88/4.0

WORK AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE__________________________________________________ _
SHRINERS HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN, DR. GEORGE BABCOCK, Ph.D. RESEARCH LABORATORY Cincinnati, OH
Research Assistant January 2012- Present
Investigate the identification process used in clinical yeast infections and other immunological disorders.
Gain basic laboratory skills as well as specific skills pertaining to immunology research, animal care, and flow
cytometry.

CENTER FOR COURAGEOUS KIDS Scottsville, KY
Volunteer Camp Counselor February 2012- Present
Facilitate activities with the campers and provide friendship and encouragement to children suffering from
chronic heart conditions.

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI LEARNING ASSISTANCE CENTER Cincinnati, OH
Academic Coach August 2013- Present
Advise academic alert students and self-referral students on time-management skills, study skills, and aid
with their overall academic success.

ALBERGUE HERMANO PEDRO Antigua, Guatemala
Volunteer Nurses Aid April 2013-May2013
Aided nurses with the overall care of the patients including personal hygiene, feeding, transporting, and
physical therapy. The clinic housed over 80 patients of all ages who suffer from Cerebral Palsy. The patients live
there year round and depend solely on the staff of the clinic for all basic necessities.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE__________________________________________________ _
Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Medical Fraternity
Co-President April 2014- Present
Facilitate meetings, invite medical professionals to speak, help with recruitment and service events.
Vice President of Internal Affairs April 2013- May 2014
Promote group cohesion through social events and service activities, purchase chapter t-shirt, help with
fundraising events.

McMicken College of Arts and Sciences Student Ambassador
Vice President of Operations April 2014- Present
Coordinate group meetings, take attendance, serve in place of President if needed, help with overall
organizational necessities.
Vice President of Programming April 2013- May 2014
Planned service events at Matthew 25 Ministries, coordinated social events, executed Relay for Life fundraiser.

Kappa Delta Sorority
Assistant Operations April 2012-May 2013
Assisted the Vice President Operations with chapter calendar and attendance.
Assistant Secretary April 2011-May 2012
Assisted the Secretary with meeting minutes and member participation.

CWEST (Cincinnati Women in Excellence and Spirit Together), Treasurer April 2014- Present
Budget the Red Rose banquet, collect member dues, and manage the overall finances of the organization.

ACHIEVMENTS_______________ ___________________________________ _
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine R.O.S.E. Program April 2014- Present
Early admission into the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Class of 2015 as well as a two-summer
paid research internship. The R.O.S.E. Program stands for research, observation, service, and education. The
program is very competitive and allows students to gain experience in both research and medical settings as
well as providing service opportunities.
Mortar Board National College Senior Honor Society March 2014- Present
Mortar Board is the national college senior honor society that recognizes college seniors for superior
achievements in scholarship, leadership, and service.
CWEST (Cincinnati Women in Excellence and Spirit Together) January 2014- Present
Recognizes University of Cincinnati women who exemplify the four pillars of scholarship, spirit, sincerity, and
Leadership.
Omicron Delta Kappa- Alpha Theta Circle Member December 2013- Present
Omicron Delta Kappa is the national leadership honor society that recognizes achievement in scholarship,
athletics, campus or community service, journalism, and the creative and performing arts.
Ivy Chain, University of Cincinnati August 2013
The Ivy Chain recognizes outstanding junior women at the University of Cincinnati. The chosen women wear
white robes and carry an ivy chain while leading the processional at the graduation ceremony signifying the
connection between the graduating seniors and the junior class.
First Lady Helen Lemieux Fellowship, Shriners Hospital May 2013- Present
Awarded the fellowship as an undergraduate research assistant. The grant was a $1500 fellowship to continue
my research throughout the summer. This award also named me as a fellow at Shriners Hospital in Cincinnati.

COMMUNITY SERVICE_______________ ___________________________________
Matthew 25 Ministries September 2012- Present
Organize clothing based on quality and age for delivery to those in poverty.
Distribute various building and home supplies for disaster relief efforts.
Prevent Child Abuse America November 2011- Present
Fundraise and participate in annual spaghetti dinner to raise money for PCAA.
Ronald McDonald House September 2013- Present
Provide snacks and meals to the patients and families currently staying at the Ronald McDonald House.
Relay for Life March 2012- Present
Participate as team member and coordinate the on-site fundraiser for various student groups each year.