JORDAN J.

ALEXANDER
jordan.alexander@bison.howard.edu | (313) 221-6725 | LinkedIn
EDUCATION
Howard University Washington, DC
B.S. Nutritional Science, Chemistry and Biology Minor — 3.47 GPA Graduating May 2024
Honors/Awards: Organic and Natural Health Scholar – Williams-Franklin Foundation, CBCF Louis Stokes Health
Scholar, Gamma Lambda Education Foundation Scholarship, Southeast Michigan Omega Foundation Scholarship

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Lung Disassociation (Mice), PCR Genotyping, IHC Staining, Basic R, Flow Cytometry (FlowJo), Fiji and ImageJ,
BioRender, Microscopy, Microsoft Office

RESEARCH/PRE-HEALTH EXPERIENCES
Rice University Houston, TX
STaRT@Rice Undergraduate Participant October 2023
• Participated in lectures delivered by professors from Rice University in the field of social sciences. The
topics discussed included the identification of health disparities and their application in patient care, along
with an overview of fMRI usage in cognitive neuroscience.
• Gained introductory knowledge of the statistical research software, ArcGis Pro, and acquired skills to
categorize codes and use an open database for recognizing trends in public health.
Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center Boston, MA
CURE Summer Research Intern May 2023 – August 2023
Laboratory of Dr. Ramesh Shivdasani, MD, PhD – Department of Medical Oncology
• Investigated the cellular composition of colonic fibrosis in a murine model by conducting
immunohistochemistry staining and inspection under a fluorescent microscope.
• Participated in a virtual seminar series on diverse medical careers and healthcare in underserved
communities, also took optional introductory programming courses to learn R software.
Columbia University Irving Medical Center New York City, NY
SPURS Undergraduate Research Fellow May 2022 – July 2022
Laboratory of Dr. Jeanine D’Armiento, MD, PhD – Department of Anesthesiology
• Conducted research utilizing PCR and flow cytometry to investigate the role of the WNT signaling pathway
in the repair process of alveolar epithelial injury in a murine model.
• Studied lung biology, researching the correlation between secreted frizzled-related protein 1 (SFRP-1) and
bronchopulmonary dysplasia in neonates.
Centene Corporation Detroit, MI
Population Health & Clinical Operations Intern May 2021 – August 2021
• Assisted with project ideas and implementation; worked on a signature 90-Day Supply medical adherence
project to promote medicinal adherence in MMP population.
• Called patients and healthcare providers to promote switching from a 30-day supply to a 90-day supply of
medication, created and presented effectiveness to the pharmacy department.

CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Howard University Undergraduate Public Health Club Washington, DC
Founding Member November 2023 – Present
• Worked with the graduate public health program to assist with programming in the establishment of an
undergraduate public health club at Howard.
• Utilized this platform to spread information regarding Black public health heroes and to help garner support
for the Food Bill of Rights (WANDA initiative).
Howard University Nutrition Club Washington, DC
Secretary September 2022 – Present
• Assisted the president in ensuring that meetings adhere to procedures and the club constitution and initiates
and responds to correspondence between club members.
• Provided administrative support to the chairperson and vice president and coordinated with E-Board
members.
National Nutrition Month Committee March 2022
Social Media Outreach
• Reached out to pre-health professional clubs to boost awareness of National Nutrition Month initiatives.
Howard University MAPS Chapter/Health Professions Society Washington, DC
Member August 2020 – Present
• Official Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students Chapter at Howard, representing SNMA
undergraduates.
• Participated in biweekly virtual seminars with top medical schools, special events, networking opportunities,
and academic advising for pre-medical students.
Black Men in White Coats Mentee September 2023 – Present
• Black Men in White Coats is a groundbreaking collaboration between Black male undergraduates and
current HU medical students to provide tailored guidance on how to get into medical school.
CPE Future Health Scholar February 2023 – Present
• Selected as a talented pre-medical student at Howard to receive special invitations to pre-medical
opportunities.

VOLUNTEERING
Kids Kitchen Inc. Silver Spring, MD
Lead Fitness Instructor and Assistant Nutrition Educator January 2023 — Present
• Kids Kitchen Inc. is a non-profit dedicated to fostering healthy eating and physical activity among children
within the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, aiming to address obesity issues and encourage overall
wellness.
• Leads children in after school physical activity routines and exercises at Argyle Middle School.
Women Advancing Nutrition, Dietetics, and Agriculture (WANDA) Washington, DC
Digital and Campus Organizer January 2023 — Present
• WANDA aims to build a movement of women of African descent to become food sheroes in their
communities through education, advocacy, and innovation by 2030.
• Supporting initiatives to implement and promote the goals of the Food Bill of Rights to establish stronger
policy and programs to boost nutrition security in underserved communities.
Howard University Alternative Spring Break St. Louis, MO
Volunteer March 2023
• A student-led program developing servant leaders through meaningful service projects.
• Participated in community service at Washington EleMiddle School, providing insight into the Howard
University experience and college process, and assisted facilitation with classes.
FRESHFARM FoodPrints Washington, DC
Undergraduate Intern January 2022 – May 2022
• FoodPrints integrates gardening, cooking, and nutrition education into the curriculum through partnerships,
standards-based curriculum, cafeteria connections, and food access.
• Assisted with classes at Langley Elementary, including supervising adolescents, introducing healthy foods,
and aiding with special needs and behavioral classes.

PAPERS, POSTERS & PRESENTATIONS

Poster Presentation
• Alexander, J., McCarthy, N., PhD., Shivdasani, R., M.D., Ph.D. (November 2023) “The Stromal
Characterization of Colonic Fibrosis.” Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists.
Oral Presentation
• Alexander, J., McCarthy, N., PhD., Shivdasani, R., M.D., Ph.D. (August 2023) “The Stromal
Characterization of Colonic Fibrosis.” Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences Annual Research
Symposium.
Poster Presentation
• Alexander, J., Rai, N., M.D., D’Armiento, J., M.D., Ph.D. (November 2022) “The Role of SFRP-1 in
Alveolar Epithelial Response to Injury.” Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized
Scientists.
Poster Presentation
• Alexander, J., Rai, N., M.D., D’Armiento, J., M.D., Ph.D. (September 2022) “The Role of SFRP-1 in
Alveolar Epithelial Response to Injury.” HU College of Medicine's Orthopedic Women of Howard Research
Symposium.
Oral Presentation
• Alexander, J., Rai, N., M.D., D’Armiento, J., M.D., Ph.D. (July 2022) “The Role of SFRP-1 in Alveolar
Epithelial Response to Injury.” Columbia University Medical Center Annual Research Symposium.