Madison C.
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Experience
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Maine Huts & Trails
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United States
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Recreational Facilities
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1 - 100 Employee
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Backcountry Hut Crew Member
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Dec 2023 - Present
Kingfield, Maine, United States Work in a crew of four to operate and maintain a backcountry hut in the northwestern mountains of Maine. Prepare home-cooked meals four days a week and provide a welcoming, friendly, and clean environment for overnight and day guests. Other responsibilities include guest check-in, housekeeping and cleaning duties, and assisting with maintenance of hut green energy systems.
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Wilderness Guide Apprentice
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May 2023 - Oct 2023
Newry, ME Worked with two professional Maine guides in leading three- to ten-day wilderness canoe trips along waterways in northern Maine, including Umbagog Lake, Grand Lake Stream, the Allagash, Saint John, and Penobscot Rivers. Assisted with trip planning and preparation, camp set-up, and cooking. Educated guests about the local wildlife, paddling techniques, and natural history. Also cared for 20 Yukon huskies during the mushing off-season. Skills: portaging, river navigation, bushcraft axe… Show more Worked with two professional Maine guides in leading three- to ten-day wilderness canoe trips along waterways in northern Maine, including Umbagog Lake, Grand Lake Stream, the Allagash, Saint John, and Penobscot Rivers. Assisted with trip planning and preparation, camp set-up, and cooking. Educated guests about the local wildlife, paddling techniques, and natural history. Also cared for 20 Yukon huskies during the mushing off-season. Skills: portaging, river navigation, bushcraft axe use, backcountry cooking, wilderness first aid Show less
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Lafayette College
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Assistant
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Jan 2022 - Jul 2023
Conducted research in Dr. Rohan Prabhu's KIDD (Knowledge and Individual Differences in Design) Lab in the Mechanical Engineering Department. Designed and conducted an experiment in the spring of 2022 to collect eye tracking data, during which participants determined a solution for a given design challenge. Presented a conference paper and wrote a journal publication on the relationship between cognitive load and design representations using eye tracking data.
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Lafayette PAL (Partenariat d’Amitié)
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Mar 2022 - Jun 2023
Met weekly with one high school student as part of a collaborative online program between the French Heritage Language Program (FHLP) in New York City and French-speaking students at Lafayette College. Served as a mentor and helped with SAT preparation and the college application process.
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Student Representative of the Off-Campus Studies Committee
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Aug 2021 - May 2022
Served on an advisory committee that provided advice to the Provost on issues concerning domestic and international study away. Met monthly to discuss items such as: Lafayette faculty-led semester and interim program selection, student selection for study abroad scholarships and awards, and other topics (e.g., study abroad & DEIJ, study abroad assessment).
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Resident Advisor
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Aug 2019 - May 2022
Oversaw an upper-level community composed of 26 residents. Organized interactive and informative programs and events (15-20 per academic year) to create community and communicate campus resources. Enforced campus policies and implemented community and health standards. Served as a mentor and confidant. Managed conflicts between residents via organized mediations.
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Climbing Wall Assistant
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Jan 2019 - May 2022
Supervised the daily activities at the climbing wall by belaying, spotting, and teaching proper climbing technique and use of the equipment to climbers. Facilitated a safe and friendly climbing environment for patrons. Performed inspections of the equipment (harnesses, belay devices, ropes, etc.) and facility whilst maintaining accurate and current records of attendance, checklists, and necessary forms.
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RYLA - Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Family Leader (Rotary District 7930)
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May 2017 - May 2023
Boxford, Massachusetts, United States Family Leader (2018 & 2023): Oversaw and led a group of eight high schoolers during a weekend-long leadership camp called RYLA, organized by local Rotary clubs. Facilitated problem solving and team building activities to promote leadership and improve life skills. Provided guidance and support to the RYLArians in my family during difficult personal and team-based challenges. Participated in camp-wide events that fostered conversations regarding social/cultural identity, classism, and… Show more Family Leader (2018 & 2023): Oversaw and led a group of eight high schoolers during a weekend-long leadership camp called RYLA, organized by local Rotary clubs. Facilitated problem solving and team building activities to promote leadership and improve life skills. Provided guidance and support to the RYLArians in my family during difficult personal and team-based challenges. Participated in camp-wide events that fostered conversations regarding social/cultural identity, classism, and connection. RYLArian (2017): Participated in RYLA through sponsorship by the Topsfield-Boxford-Middleton Rotary Club. Developed new methods of leadership and refined my own abilities and skills as a leader. Presented my experience at a district meeting. Show less
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St. Luke's University Health Network
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Pre-Med Observer
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Jan 2022 - May 2022
Easton, PA Shadowed physicians in family medicine, internal medicine, OB/GYN, pediatrics, pulmonary/critical care, radiology, respiratory therapy, and urology for 70 hours throughout the semester.
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Vice President
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Jun 2021 - May 2022
Coordinated and participated in weekly dinner conversations with students in French. Planned social and educational events, such as watching movies, listening to music, preparing dinners and desserts, and celebrating holidays and traditions. Created programs with the goal of creating bonds between native speakers and beginners as well as increasing the presence of the French language on campus. Served in a secretarial role as well by managing all of the club's communication to members.
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Emergency Medical Technician at Easton Emergency Squad (EES)
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Jan 2019 - May 2022
Easton, PA Responded to emergency medical calls and performed inter-facility transports. Assisted ALS and BLS providers in patient care. Practiced skills and enhanced my medical knowledge through educational and training sessions. Volunteered 24 hours per month.
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Emergency Medical Technician, Crew Chief
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Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
Easton, PA Responded to medical emergencies on the campus Quick Response Service in a two-person duty crew. Acted as the primary care provider and oversaw all calls while on duty. Acted as a liaison between duty crews and the Executive Board and communicated all incidents and concerns. Assisted in training new members by conducting orientations on the vehicle, policies, and procedures. Volunteered 12-36 hours per weekend.
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PR/Marketing Chair
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Sep 2018 - Jan 2020
Easton, Pennsylvania, United States Built, designed, and ran the LCEMS website (sites.lafayette.edu/lafems). Managed the social media accounts, notably Instagram and Facebook, and posted on each account several times a month. Marketed and advertised the organization on campus by designing graphics and flyers. Acted as a liaison between the organization and the media (internal and external).
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LITTLETON PEDIATRIC MEDICAL CENTER
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Shadowing Extern
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Jan 2022 - Jan 2022
Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States Observed a pediatrician perform wellness exams, medication check-ins, and illness evaluations to 30 to 40 patients daily in an out-patient pediatrics office for three days. Discussed patient lab results and learned how to read a CT scan and X-ray. Interacted with nurses and office administrators to learn the flow of care.
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MGH Aspire
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Administrative Manager
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Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
Westwood, Massachusetts, United States Managed the day-to-day operations of a summer camp for children aged 5 to 14 with neurodevelopmental disorders. Administrative duties included: communicating with families regarding absences, COVID-related illnesses and testing protocols, and general questions; managing paperwork for programming and operations; coordinating COVID safety procedures, such as daily screenings and on-site sanitation; monitoring children waiting in COVID isolation. Participated in an extensive pre-camp training on… Show more Managed the day-to-day operations of a summer camp for children aged 5 to 14 with neurodevelopmental disorders. Administrative duties included: communicating with families regarding absences, COVID-related illnesses and testing protocols, and general questions; managing paperwork for programming and operations; coordinating COVID safety procedures, such as daily screenings and on-site sanitation; monitoring children waiting in COVID isolation. Participated in an extensive pre-camp training on ASD-specific topics regarding child management and support. Developed summer-long educational programs for campers with the Site Manager and organized staff-bonding activities. Show less
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FIMRC: Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children
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United States
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Philanthropic Fundraising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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President
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Aug 2020 - May 2021
Planned and led club and board meetings whilst delegating duties to fellow executive board members. Acted as the main liaison between FIMRC HQ and the chapter and served as a FIMRC representative. Established short-term and long-term goals to monitor club progression and successes. Supervised and facilitated fundraisers and events that promoted global health awareness on campus and aligned with the mission of FIMRC.
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Director of Local and International Projects
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Aug 2019 - Aug 2020
Planned an international trip to Ecuador, which involved selecting a program, finding an appropriate date, and coordinating travel logistics such as flights and finances. Organized community outreach events, fundraisers, and health education programs with local charities, non-profits, and other student organizations.
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Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Virtual Shadowing Extern
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Jan 2021 - Jan 2021
Collaborated with an internal medicine resident physician in discussing patient cases, differential diagnoses, and treatments. Explored the daily operations of a physician and the multidisciplinary approach to patient care across one week.
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Aqua Laboratories, Inc,
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United States
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Chemical Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Laboratory Technician
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Jun 2020 - Jan 2021
Amesbury, Massachusetts, United States Performed water quality tests and measured chemical treatment levels for corrosion byproducts. Conducted bacteriological analyses on species-specific microbes, including slime-forming, iron-forming, sulfate-reducing, and total anaerobic bacteria. Implemented new physical and technological systems in the lab to improve the efficiency of sample processing.
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Employee
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Sep 2016 - Apr 2018
Topsfield, MA Supervised 20+ children aged 6 to 12 years old enrolled in an after-school program. Organized and participated in tutoring sessions, enrichment programming, and recreational activities with the goal of improving students’ academic, physical, and social skills. Monitored students and enforced school rules and procedures to ensure students were behaving properly. Facilitated a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment.
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Education
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Lafayette College
B.S. Neuroscience, Minor in French, Neuroscience -
Masconomet Regional High School
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Université Paul Valéry - Montpellier III
International Semester, Spring 2021