Zachary Prugar

State College, PA 16803

ztp5003@psu.edu

OBJECTIVE: To apply my knowledge of biology and physiology towards the medical field
by gaining acceptance into a certified Physician Assistant program.

EDUCATION: The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA

Bachelor of Science- Kinesiology (Movement Science option)
Cumulative GPA: 3.8/4.0
Expected Graduation: May 2011

Relevant Coursework:
Exercise Physiology Human Physiology Human Anatomy
Cardiovascular Phys. Biomechanics Neuroscience
Biology I, II Organic Chemistry

RELEVANT Penn State Biomechanics Lab, University Park, PA 1/2011-current

EXPERIENCE: Research Assistant
• Assisted in research of biomechanical principles involving the subtalar
joint
• Gave workshop to high school students on capturing human motion
• Organized database of professional journal articles in biomechanics
• Developed and edited videos used in motion analysis software

Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College, PA 9/2010-12/2010

Physical Therapy Volunteer
• Assisted Therapists with training patients
• Ensured patient satisfaction
• Created and presented ACL repair history and rehabilitation
presentation to hospital Physical Therapists

Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Portsmouth, NH 11/2009

Job Shadower
• Learned proper care of patients in a clinical setting
• Learned common cardiovascular diseases and trauma

HONORS -I.D.E.A.S. group member (Intellectual Decisions on 2008-current

AND Environmental Awareness Solutions)
ACTIVITIES: -Kinesiology Club Member 2008-current
-Deans List academic achievement 9/2007-current

REFERENCES: Available upon request