Rachel Danzig
********@********.*** - *** South Street Waltham, Ma - 770/833/5666
Education
Brandeis University, Waltham, MA
B.S. in Health: Science, Society, and Policy Expected May 2012
GPA 3.54: Dean’s List
Honors And Awards
Mentor of the Year- Brandeis Department of Community Living May 2011
Counselor of the Year- Camp Challenge June 2010
International Baccalaureate Diploma recipient May 2008
Experience
Chaired Positions
Enterntainment Chair-Brandeis Relay For Life Waltham, MA 2010-2012
• Organize games and activities for over 800 students
• Book bands, DJs, and Performance groups
• Coordinate sponsors and community relations
Brandeis Department of Community Living, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA August 2009- Present
Community Advisor - Balanced Living Common Cause Community
• Advise 30 senior students in academic, social, and personal needs with a focus on living a balanced life
• Plan and lead programs to promote community in the hall and preparation for life after college
• Act as an administrator for the hall, communicate with staff and students
Brandeis Admissions, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA August 2011- Present
Senior Interviewer
• Interview potential candidates for admission to Brandeis University
• Assist with office tasks including answering phones, emails, and organization of the office
Asian Hospital Faridabad, India May 20101-August 2011
Student Intern
• Worked with patients in the Pediatric Unit under the supervision of nurses
• Taught English to Indian children ages 2-17
• Observed Pediatricians, Cardiologists, and Neurologists for 2 weeks
Camp Challenge, Sorrento, Fl June 2010-August 2010
Counselor
• Worked with children and adults ages 7-61 with Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and other severe developmental disorders
• Acted as primary caregiver and counselor for camp sessions, 1-4 weeks
• Led rope climbing, arts and crafts, water sports, and games with campers
Children's Hospital of Boston Waltham, MA January 2010- May 2010
Volunteer
• Assisted nurses in the Otolaryngology and Communication Enhancement Unit and in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit
• Played games and organized activities for patients
Pain Management Specialists of Atlanta, Stockbridge, GA May 2008- August 2008
Office Assistant
• Organized and filed papers and charts for patients
• Observed doctors and nurses interact and help patients
• Assisted in secretarial work: answering phones and scheduling appointments for patients
Activities
Colleges Against Cancer, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA September 2008-Present
Vice President, General Member
• Raise money for cancer research and support for survivors
• Create educational events about cancer prevention on campus for students
• Coordinate and lead trips to Hope Lodge, a facility that houses cancer patients while they receive treatment
• Organize and lead student cancer survivor support group on campus