Virginia N. Bruce
******@*****.***
** ******* ***** **, *** Hartford, CT 06057
Summary
Lifetime interest in Biology and Medicine, demonstrated through
multiple awards, certifications, and participation in numerous
emergency situations. Team player with excellent work ethic
demonstrated through financing of 100% of college education.
Objective Laboratory Technician/ Research Assistant
Education Norwich University in Northfield, VT
December 2013
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Senior Project: The Use of Surgery through Different
Techniques of Laparoscopic Drilling to Increase Fertility in
Patients with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Tunxis Community College in Farmington, CT
Summer 2012, 2013
Transferred Credits to Norwich University
Certifications & Awards
National Ski Patrol, 2004 -Present
- Outstanding Student Patroller awarded for Eastern
Division of NSP
- Runner up at the NSP National level
Mt. Rescue Senior Standing for National Ski Patrol
Outdoor Emergency Care Certified and Instructor
Lifeguard and First Aid certification through American Red Cross
FFA Agriscience State Fair for the State of Connecticut
Went on to compete nationally in Indianapolis in fall of 2007
Relevant Work Experience
Senior Lifeguard for the Greater Hartford YMCA in Burlington, CT
Summer 2012
- Assisted with swim lessons and provided lifeguard
services
Waterfront Director for the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida in
Jupiter and Clewiston, FL Summer 2011
- Supervised two other lifeguards. Delegated duties
- Developed games and activities to ensure camper
participation
- Ensured the safety of 50-80 girls weekly
White Water Lifeguard at Farmington River Tubing in New Hartford,
CT Summer 2010
Other Experience O'Grady's Grill & Pub in Stowe, VT - Waitress
The Riverview in Simsbury, CT- Waitress
The Knotty Shamrock in Northfield, VT - Waitress
Activities
Army ROTC - Received leadership training, military history, and
etiquette training 2009-2013
Norwich University Woman's Rugby Team member
2009-2011
Norwich University Corps of Cadets
2009-2013
- Mentored and trained new cadets in the procedures of
the Corps
- Evaluated peers' performance and recognized peers for
excellent performance
Norwich Equestrian Club- Assisted president in the advertisement
and growth of the club 2012-2013
Norwich Guidon, Student Newspaper- Staff Cartoonist
2012-2013