MHA and MHA/MBA
Incoming Class of 2023
Resume Book
School of Public Health
University of Pittsburgh
Department of Health Policy and Management
Incoming Class of 2023
Program
Students
PA Residents
Foreign
Citizens
Graduated from
PA Undergraduate
Institution
Full-Time
Work
Experience
Full-Time
Student
Part-Time
Student
MHA
16
8
1
6
10
16
0
MHA/MBA
3
3
0
1
2
3
0
Totals
19
11
1
7
12
19
0
Undergraduate Institutions: Undergraduate Majors:
University of Pittsburgh (4)
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Miami University – Oxford
Minnesota State University
Oregon State University
Pennsylvania State University
Roanoke College
Robert Morris University
Texas A&M University
University of Arkansas
University of Georgia
University of Houston
University of Kentucky
University of Louisville
University Of North Carolina- Charlotte
West Virginia University – Morgantown
African Studies
Biology (2)
Biomedical Science
Chemical Engineering
Chemistry
Finance
Health Administration (3)
Health Science (3)
History
Psychology
Public Health (4)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
05/2022–07/2022 Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA
Environmental Science Intern
• Report and assess any environmental accidents in hospital
• Keep track of housekeepers fulfilling their work duties
• Work aside operational managers
HONORS AND AWARDS
2021
Six Sigma Global Institute Certificate, Yellow Belt
2022
Six Sigma Global Institute Certificate, Green Belt
2022
Dean’s List, Robert Morris University
2021
Dean’s List, Robert Morris University
2020
Dean’s List, Robert Morris University
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
September 09/2019 Saudi National Day Speaker, RMU, Saudi Arabia Club
September 09/2021 Certification of Appreciation, RMU, Saudi Arabian Cultural Mission,
Fadwa Alkanaan
fka16@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/fadwaalkanaan
EDUCATION
2025
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2022
Robert Morris University, Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
05/2022–05/2023 Roanoke College Student Health Services, Salem, Virginia
Student Assistant
● Communicated with students, staff, and parents in the clinic and by phone to address
needs, refer individuals to appropriate services, and assist individuals in navigating the
school health system
● Scheduled appointments and documented health records using PyraMED software
● Created social media content to advertise available health services
● Assisted with daily operations; opening and closing the clinic, performing clerical tasks,
and cleaning the facility
06/2022–08/2022 Roanoke County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services, Salem, Virginia
Intern
● Assisted with investigations of alleged abuse and neglect by reviewing cases, conducting
home visits, performing interviews, and recording case notes
● Attended and observed court hearings regarding child custody, parental rights, juvenile
delinquency, and child placement
07/2019–05/2022 Shoe Sensation, Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania
Sales Associate
● Greeted and assisted customers, displaying store knowledge
● Processed sales transactions, provided appropriate change, and maintained cash drawer
balance
● Ensured cleanliness of store and prepared it for daily business and efficient operations
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
08/2019-05/2023 Varsity Athlete, Roanoke College, Cross Country, Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field
04/2022–04/2023 Volunteer, Special Olympics Virginia Southwest Region, Little Feet Meet
03/2021-12/2022 Vice President of Service, Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity
HONORS AND AWARDS
2023
Edward J. Hamilton Award, Roanoke College Sociology and Public Health Studies Department
2019-2023
Dean’s and President’s Lists, Roanoke College
2019-2023
All-Academic Team, Old Dominion Athletic Conference
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
04/2023-Present Social and Behavioral Responsible Conduct of Research, CITI Program Certification
04/2021–05/2023 Member, Alpha Epsilon Delta Health Preprofessional Honor Society
04/2020-05/2023 Member, The National Society of Leadership and Success
Lauren Brown
lauren.brown@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/laurenhbrown25
EDUCATION
2025
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2023
Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia
Bachelor of Arts in Public Health Studies
Minor(s): American Politics
Raven Byars
ravenbyars@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/ravenbyars/
EDUCATION
2026 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
Master of Business Administration
2018 University of Louisville, Louisville, KY
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish; Pan African Studies; Latin American and
Latino Studies
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
08/2022–08/2023 Penn Medicine Department of Dermatology, Philadelphia, PA
Administrative Coordinator
• Provided executive-level project coordination and administrative support for the Chief
Operating Officer of the department
• Supported department faculty with administrative needs
06/2021–08/2022 University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine-- Periodontics, Philadelphia, PA
Patient and Financial Services Representative
• Assisted patients with financial and insurance matters by verifying insurance; explaining
insurance eligibility, coverage, and benefits; sending pre-authorizations; helping patients
apply for grants and low-income financing programs
• Coordinated Periodontal surgery schedule; provided general clinic administration for
patients, residents, staff, and faculty
08/2020–05/2021 Mortenson Dental Partners, Louisville, KY
Bilingual Patient Services Representative
• Performed secretarial duties such as assisting patients with registration, insurance filing,
taking payments, updating patient information, and scheduling appointments
10/2018–05/2020 Instituto de Escuela Secundaria, Málaga, Spain
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
• Planned and implemented English conversation classes to students age 12 to 16
• Introduced students to socially conscious cultural topics through research, debate, and
question formation activities
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
03/2022–06/2023 Tutor, EphiphAcademy After School Program
04/2021–06/2021 Medical Interpreter, Kentucky Racing Health Services
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
09/2020–Present DELE C1 Spanish Language Certification, Instituto Cervantes
Olivia Cargile
ogc13@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/oliviacargile
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
Certificate(s): Health Systems Engineering
2021 University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
06/2021–08/2021 The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), Fayetteville, AR
Student Employee
• Developing an introductory guide for students rotating through the UAMS genetics
clinics (including descriptions of disorders commonly treated, legal considerations in
genetic testing, and methods used for DNA sequencing)
• Participating in routine clinical rounds
11/2021–04/2022 Baptist Health Systems, North Little Rock, AR
Laboratory Assistant I
• Responsible for support and customer service of the clinical laboratory department
• Accountable for receiving, processing, labeling, and distributing specimens
• Communicate with laboratory and nursing staff if a specimen has a problem
• Know and follow protocols and procedures to ensure quality patient results
• Draw outpatient labs when needed
04/2022–08/2023 UAMS, Little Rock, AR
Laboratory Procedure Technician
• Ensuring correct documentation of patients entering and leaving the morgue and
assisting with postmortem examinations
• Responsible for assisting with the specimen and frozen section preparation and
dictating gross descriptions of specimens
• Preform and document preventative maintenance on lab machines and troubleshoot
laboratory equipment
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
08/2016–05/2020 Member, Delta Gamma Fraternity
08/2016–05/2019 Engineering Internal Lab Audits, The University of Arkansas Engineering Department
10/2022–10/2022 Volunteer, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Out of the Darkness Walk
HONORS AND AWARDS
2022 Gross Room All-Stars, UAMS Department of Pathology
2022 Great Save for , UAMS Department of Pathology
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
08/2016–05/2021 Member, American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Madeline Cherry
madelinecherry@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/madeline-cherry
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2023 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Business)
Minor(s): Italian
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
06/2022 –Present UPMC Central PA Telemedicine, Harrisburg, PA
Digital Health Navigator and Graduate Student Worker
• Coordinated with team members of various departments on projects
• Organized communications and documents between UPMC and vendors
• Organized patient portal training around patient-centered activities
• Engaged with patients and families to provide educational support about in-patient and
out-patient portal access
• Educated, trained, and provided hospital staff with a demonstration of the patient
portal
09/2021–04/2023 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Department of Chemistry Student Office Assistant
• Assisted professors in clerical work and graded students’ work
• Contributed to answering students’ questions about courses and professor availability
• Answered phone calls for professors and the undergraduate office
08/2019–04/2023 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Wrestling Team Manager
• Tracked points, verified scores, and communicated end-of-match results to teams
• Complied scores, statistics, and other athletic records
• Coordinates team meals for after the matches and events
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
06/2017–07/2023 Assistant Swimming Coach, The Heatherfield Swim Team
08/2022–04/2023 Senior Affairs Committee Member, University of Pittsburgh American Chemical Society
01/2023–04/2023 Undergraduate Teaching Assistant – Chemistry, University of Pittsburgh
07/2021–08/2022 Leader Server Assistant, The Chocolatier - Hershey Entertainment & Resorts
HONORS AND AWARDS
2022-2023 Dean’s List, University of Pittsburgh
2020 Pitt Program Council Endowed Book Fund Scholarship, University of Pittsburgh
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
2018–Present First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, American Red Cross
Boluwatife (Bolu) Gbadebo
bolugbadebo@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/boluwatife-gbadebo
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
Certificate(s): Global Health
2019 Minnesota State University, Mankato, MN
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
03/2023–07/2023 Green Lakes Homes, Coon Rapids, Minnesota
HealthCare Manager
• Created an onboarding and scheduling system in place, for ease of communication
between workers and management
• Assisted with management of group homes and payroll for workers
07/2021–07/2023 Bio-Techne, Minneapolis, MN
Scientific Support Associate
• Managed and supported customer requirements to meet each need; for incoming
technical inquires/complaint to customer communication/contacts on all Bio-Techne
brands
• Documented information and recurring technical issues to support product quality
program and development.
11/2020–12/2021 Rose International (Department of Health), Anchorage, Alaska
Agilist COVID-19 Case Investigator – Tier II
• Provided support to the health department in the fight against COVID-19
• Served as a liaison between the patients and healthcare workers; identified barriers to
intervention and facilitated appropriate health resources
02/2020–07/2021 Takeda Pharmaceutical, Brooklyn Park, MN
Manufacturing Associate – Purification Team
• Performed and documented daily manufacturing operations according to SOP in a cGMP
environment
• Advance Knowledge of various GMP database use; Created/revised cGMP documents.
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
08/2017–12/2019 President, Minority Association of Pre-Health Students (MAPs)
08/2017–05/2018 Coach, Girls on the Run, Mankato
01/2015–05/2016 Peer Mentor, Health Pro (Peer Reaching Out)
08/2015–06/2016 Oncology Float Volunteer, Mayo Clinic
HONORS AND AWARDS
2023 Health Policy and Management Achievement Award, University of Pittsburgh
2023 Public Health Futures Award, University of Pittsburgh
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
08/2022–Present Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Institute
James Gray
JAG566@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/jamesallangray
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2021 Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Bachelor of Science in Public Health
Minor(s): Performance Studies
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
05/2023–08/2023 North Water District Laboratory Services, Conroe, TX
Laboratory Technician - Chemist
• Performed and analyzed testing on local water samples according to approved
government methods
• Utilized Seal Analytical discrete analyzers and LIMS Promium Element software to run
ammonia testing and prioritize analyses
• Maintained equipment to ensure accuracy by performing weekly calibrations
• Trained new laboratory technician on equipment operation for the testing of samples
09/2022–02/2023 Scribe America – Texas Childrens, The Woodlands, TX
Medical Scribe
• Documented medical history of patients in the emergency center in a fast-paced
environment
• Used EPIC electronic health records systems to record patients’ medical information,
care and diagnosis
• Improved patient care by reducing time physicians have to spend with electronic
medical records
09/2020–01/2021 Memorial Hermann Health System, The Woodlands, TX
COVID-19 Screener
• Ensured that patients made it to appointments
• Performed screening and temperature checks for patients, visitors, and staff
• Made sure that all visitors and employees met the requirements for entry
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
03/2023–08/2023 Volunteer, Heart to Heart Hospice
01/2022–08/2023 Volunteer, Montgomery County Food Bank
08/2019–12/2021 Member, Texas A&M Pre-Medical Society
03/2021–03/2021 Volunteer, The Big Event
10/2020–10/2020 Volunteer, Anna Food Bank
HONORS AND AWARDS
2020 Distinguished Student List, Texas A&M University School of Public Health
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
01/2023–05/2023 University of Houston, Houston, TX
Research and Development Intern
• Developing a summer bridge program for COE student
• Researching and analyzing the efficacy of summer bridge programs at other institutions
• Identifying risk factors detrimental to success for matriculating students at the
University of Houston
• Presenting findings and suggested actions to higher administration
05/2021–04/2022 Clinical Trials Network, Houston, TX
Clinical Research Assistant
• Recruited patients to participate in a research study for diabetic neuropathy, diabetic
retinopathy, ORAMED-2, ORAMED-1, anxiety, depression, and HPV
• Worked with patients who had Alzheimer's disease
• Chart screened for all studies mentioned above
• Used platform clinical conductor to update patients’ data with every screening for
patients.
• Received 8 bonuses for 8 randomized patients that I recruited for certain studies
• Worked with study coordinators and helped them stay up to date with participants
01/2020–04/2021 Prime Occupational Medicine, Houston, TX
Medical Assistant/ Medical Scribe
• Expertise in revenue cycle mgmt. (RCM), practice mgmt. (PM), electronic health record
(EHR), patient exp mgmt. (PXM), telehealth using Care Cloud Software
• Experience in patient care like checking vitals, doing visual acuity exams and
audiograms, performing EKG testing, nasopharyngeal swabbing for COVID-19 Rapid
Antigen Testing and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) Testing
• Experience with Medical Charting of patients
• Experience working with doctors specializing in Occupational Medicine and Travel
Medicine
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
06/2020–12/2020 Front Desk Representative, Primary Care of Telfair
01/2019–12/2020 Food Service Worker, Houston Food Bank
02/2022–05/2023 Fourth Grade Teacher, Maryam Weekend Islamic School
Hadia Khan
HAK273@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/hadiakhan11600
EDUCATION
2026 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2023
University of Houston, Houston, TX
Bachelor of Science in Health Science
Minor(s): Nutrition
Trishna Kini
trishnakini@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/trishna-kini
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2019 Georgia State Univeristy, Atlanta, GA
Master of Public Health
Concentration: Health Management and Policy
2013 University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Bachelor of Art in History
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
01/2023–08/2023 Journal.Club, Atlanta, GA
Manager
• Created materials for pitch deck and presented them to potential venture capital
investors.
• Directly contacted and developed relationships with key prospects for Journal.Club’s
medical and biomedical networking platform.
• Provided administrative support to current Journal.Club users including scheduling
meetings and troubleshooting the platform.
07/2017–11/2017 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA
Student Intern
• Supported the Division of Viral Diseases of the National Center for Immunization and
Respiratory Diseases by working on an internal policy research project on childcare
immunization requirements.
• Worked independently to compile national and state-level data on existing childcare
immunization and licensing policies.
• Developed, designed, and presented project findings on childcare immunization and
licensing.
10/2013–05/2014 March of Dimes, Georgia Chapter, Atlanta, GA
Program Services Intern
• Supported the director of program services in implementing and managing all aspects of
the Foundation’s Prematurity Campaign to decrease infant mortality and preterm birth
rates in Georgia.
• Represented the March of Dimes, Georgia Chapter in meetings with key stakeholders.
• Wrote grant proposals and grant reports to support the Foundation’s Prematurity
Campaign programs.
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
01/2023–08/2023 Executive Committee, ATL Free Fridge (formerly Free99Fridge)
08/2021–Present Food Distribution Co-Lead, ATL Free Fridge (formerly Free99Fridge)
12/2020–Present Volunteer, ATL Free Fridge (formerly Free99Fridge)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
08/2015–07/2019 Member, Public Health Student Association
Saransh Maheshwari
sam885@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/saransh-maheshwari-pitt
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2021 Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Minor(s): Chemistry, Finance
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
01/2022–08/2022 UPMC Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA
Research Associate
• Research Associate in Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
• Daily functions include obtaining patient consent, patient follow-up, blood processing
and study recruitment
• Coordinate with team members in OR and throughout hospital to manage clinical trials
08/2021–12/2021 University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA
Research Technician
• Research in the Department of Pathology under Dr. Ivona Pandrea
• Lab studies effects of SIV, Herpes, COVID and other diseases on non-human primates
• Day to day functions include plasma separation, media+cell culture preparation, ELISA,
and many more
07/2019–08/2019 Rangos Research Center at UPMC Children’s Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA
Summer Research Intern
• Performed extensive data driven research in the neurology department under the
mentorship of Dr. Udai Pandey
• Performed over 120 trials on mutant drosophila to examine the effects of traumatic
brain injury (TBI) on the modulation of Parkinson’s Disease.
• Presented findings in the form of a comprehensive Excel spreadsheet, written report,
and poster for a program wide symposium at the end of the two-month program.
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
05/2015–Present Volunteer, Hindu Jain Temple
07/2020–08/2020 Orientation Leader, IUP Cook Honors College
01/2021–05/2021 Physician Shadowing, Dr. Joe Lamantia D.O.
HONORS AND AWARDS
2021
Dean’s List, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
2019
Provost Scholar, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
2018
Exchange Student, National Student Exchange-Washington State University
2017
Member, IUP Cook Honors College
2017
Member, IUP Promising Scholars
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
04/2019–08/2020 Member, Phi Gamma Nu
01/2023–Present CPR/First Aid, American Red Cross
Sreenija Muduganti
sreenijarm@pitt.edu
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sreenijamuduganti
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2023 Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon
Bachelor of Science in Public Health
Minor(s): Business
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
04/2023–06/2023 Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon
Emergency Management Intern
• Created policies for the hospital to use
• Created a new system in case of emergencies
06/2022–04/2023 Oregon State University , Corvallis, Oregon
Peer Advisor
• Helped students with registration
• Worked on projects for the school of Public Health
06/2022–06/2023 Swasti, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Research Intern
• Collecting, analyzing, and presenting information
• Assisted with company’s long-term vision and planning process
• Supporting and facilitating knowledge sharing for and training programs
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
09/2022–06/2023 Treasurer, Indian Student Association
06/2022–06/2023 President, Garmi
09/2022–Present Dancer/Director, Khiladi
01/2022-–12/2022 VP of Finance and Administration, Collective Greek Council
Stephanie M. Musto
stephaniemusto@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-musto
EDUCATION
2026 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
Master of Business Administration
2023 University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
Bachelor of Public Health
Minor(s): Business
Certificate(s): Clinical Healthcare Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
06/2023–Present Personal Care Medical Associates (PCMA), Pittsburgh, PA
Summer Intern
• Gained familiarity in geriatrics, palliative care, skilled nursing facilities, & marketing
• Experience using various EHR platforms, such as GEHRIMED
• Worked with data surrounding expanding facility outreach & patient re-hospitalizations
06/2022–08/2022 CMI Consulting, Lexington, KY
Office Administrative Assistant/Intern
• Scheduled & conducted job interviews, employee references, & assessments
• Developed company forms & policies, such as handbooks, using Microsoft 365
• Oversaw daily office operations, such as inventory
05/2019–08/2019 Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Bridgeville, PA
Government Service Intern
• Turned completely paper document system to a computerized system
• Scanned, filed, & electronically organized all old permit documents
• Exponential use of Microsoft 365, office machinery, & other technological servers
01/2017–01/2023 Dick’s Sporting Goods, Cranberry Twp., PA
Operations Sales Associate
• Fulfilled a mass number of online orders daily for across the United States
• Became knowledgeable in cash handling, customer service, store logistics, & operations
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
01/2022–09/2022 Reference Logistics Chair, Phi Mu Rho Iota
HONORS AND AWARDS
2023 Cum Laude University of Kentucky
2019-2023 Dean’s List University of Kentucky
2019 St. Joan of Arc Medallion, St. Lucy’s Auxiliary to the Blind
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
02/2023–Present Professional Sales Process Certificate, GraduVisors
Nikita Nagpal
nikitanagpal@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/nikitanagpal96
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2021 American University of Antigua College of Medicine, Antigua and
Barbuda, West Indies
Bachelor of Science in Human Health Science
2018 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Minor(s): Chemistry
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
12/2021–Present Star Restaurant Management, Pittsburgh, PA
General Manager
• Oversight of 7 total franchise locations
• Human resource management
• Day to day operations, including financial management and planning
02/2017–12/2017 UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA
Student Nursing Assistant
• Assistance with activities of daily living
• Observations of patients
• Assisted with various therapies
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
07/2020–02/2021 Secretary, Emergency Medicine Interest Group (American University of Antigua)
09/2019–06/2020 Shift Supervisor, Emergency Response Team (American University of Antigua)
05/2017–05/2018 Service Chair, Gamma Sigma Sigma National Service Sorority
09/2016–01/2017 President of Iota Class, Gamma Sigma Sigma National Service Sorority
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
01/2019–Present Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
01/2020–Present Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association
Lila Perroots
lip74@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/lila-perroots
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2023 West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
Bachelor of Science in Health Services Management and Leadership
Minor(s): General Business
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
08/2022–08/2023 WVU Medicine, Morgantown, WV
Unit Clerk
• Performed administrative duties to ensure an efficient productivity flow on the unit
• Utilized electronic medical record system to update and maintain patient status and
information
• Facilitated communication amongst nursing staff, patients, and other units within the
hospital
01/2023–04/2023 WVU Medicine – Children’s, Morgantown, WV
Operations Intern
• Shadowed WVU Medicine Children’s senior leaders and identified issues/areas of
improvement
• Participated in meetings and strategic planning sessions
• Analyzed and compiled market data and referral patterns to be presented to
appropriate leaders
11/2021–06/2022 WVU Arts & Entertainment, Morgantown, WV
Finance Intern
• Reconciled and verified all cash, check, and credit card receivables
• Downloaded financial reports into Ticket Master software and entered financial data in
Excel worksheets
• Prepared cash bags for box offices and merchandise sales, along with verifying the
balance of the vault impress fund
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
10/2022–04/2023 Senior Membership Integrity Coordinator, Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority
10/2021–10/2022 Vice President of Membership Integrity, Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority
HONORS AND AWARDS
2023 Cum Laude, West Virginia University
2022, 2023 President’s List, West Virginia University
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
03/2023–Present Certification, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
04/2022–05/2023 Member, Order of Omega
03/2021–05/2023 Chapter Member, Alpha Omicron Pi
Makenzie Postma
makenzie.postma@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/makenzie-postma
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2019 The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
Minor(s): Psychology
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
05/2022–08/2023 Oak Street Health, Dallas, TX
Senior Clinical Informatics Specialist Position Leader
• Ensured clear role-based expectations, priorities, and responsibilities, effective
workflow design, and job aid resourcing
• Maintained insight and boosting the performance of “cohort health” around retention,
engagement, and outcomes driven by the role and owning strategies to improve weak
points across the organization
09/2021–05/2022 Oak Street Health, Dallas, TX
Population Health Associate
• Collaborated with the product team to discuss design ideas to improve the current EMR
system and streamline processes
• Trained and onboarded the new Sr Scribe for the Oklahoma (OK) market, proactively
addressed performance issues/gaps, and provided continuous feedback
06/2020–08/2021 Oak Street Health, Dallas, TX
Senior Clinical Informatics Specialist (Sr CIS)
• Developed a strong and effective CIS program within all 6 DFW clinics, improving
company retention and performance
• Coordinated training and supervised onboarding for ~40 new Clinical Informatics
Specialists (medical scribes) in Dallas/Fort Worth (TX-1 region)
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
10/2019–06/2020 Big Sister, Big Brother Big Sister Foundation
09/2019–06/2020 Medical Assistant, Shelter Health Services
08/2018–05/2019 Wellness Ambassador, Student Health Center at UNCC
08/2018–05/2019 Secretary, Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Health Honors Society
08/2015–08/2017 Member, Habitat for Humanity
HONORS AND AWARDS
2023
Dawn Gideon Scholar, University of Pittsburgh
2019
Excellence in Student Service, The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
2019
Magna Cum Laude, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
2018
Best Biological Sciences Poster Presentation Award Recipient, The Undergraduate Research
Conference, UNC-Charlotte
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
2019 Member, Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society
Samikchya Rai
sar196@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/samikchyarai23
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2022 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Anthropology
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
03/21–08/23 Intra-National Home Care LLC, Pittsburgh, PA
Direct Care Worker
• Provided hands-on services including walking, preparing meals, bathing, household
chores, and eating to senior citizens and people with disabilities
• Implemented treatment and dietary plans as directed by healthcare providers
• Monitored the physical, mental, and emotional state of clients and reported to
responsible parties
07/22–08/23 Sheetz, Pittsburgh, PA
Sales Associate
• Served as a hospitality ambassador by greeting customers while providing excellent
experience
• Completed customer transitions accurately and efficiently
• Maintained a neat and clean environment throughout the store
07/2017–08/20 Pittsburgh Refugee Youth Summer Enrichment Academy, Pittsburgh, PA
Counselor/Mentor
• Taught basic English to immigrant youths representing over 15 different countries of
origin
• Helped campers to explore the city of Pittsburgh by taking them on field trips
• Facilitated soccer and dance games for the campers
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
2017–2018 Volunteer, West Penn Hospital
HONORS AND AWARDS
2019-2022 Dean’s List, University of Pittsburgh
2018 Pittsburgh Promise Executive Scholars, The Pittsburgh Promise
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
2020–2022 Student Member, Pitt Anthropology Club
2022–Present Student Member, Thermo Fisher Scientific Mentoring Program
Gabe Riberi
gabe.riberi@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/gabe-riberi
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2023 Miami University Farmer School of Business, Oxford, Ohio
Bachelor of Science in Business (Finance)
Minor(s): Premedical Studies
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
05/2023–Present UPMC St. Margaret, Pittsburgh, PA
Housekeeper
• General cleaning, sanitation, and disinfection of all hospital units (ER, OR, General Units)
• Learned dynamics and inner workings of communication between hospital workers and
healthcare providers
• Knowledgeable on hospital safety and sanitation regulations
• Friendly and Reliable team member who works well in a fast-paced environment
11/2021–02/2023 Miami University Rinella Learning Center, Oxford, Ohio
Tutor
• Tutored 4+ hours per week focused on premedical sciences, introductory business
courses
• Gained teaching and collaboration skills with 50+ diverse students
06/2018–09/2019 Topgolf Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Guest Services
• Taught and assisted guest about the rules and concepts of Topgolf
• Collaborated with 300+ workers to make the business run smoothly
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
12/2018–Present Volunteer, Florida Lion’s Eye Clinic
06/2022–02/2023 Patient Experience Volunteer, UPMC Presbyterian and Montefiore
06/2022–10/2022 Research Assistant, UPMC
04/2020–05/2021 Treasurer, Delta Epsilon Mu
08/2017–08/2019 Friend, The Friendship Circle of Greater Pittsburgh
08/2017–02/2018 Teen Fellow, Diller Teen Fellows – Pittsburgh
HONORS AND AWARDS
2023
Summa Cum Laude, Miami University
2020-2023
President’s List, Miami University
2020-2023
Dean’s List, Miami University
2020
President’s List, Miami University
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
02/2020–5/2023 Active Member, Delta Epsilon Mu
01/2021 –05/2021 Level 1, College Reading and Learning Association
09/2022–09/2022 Bloomberg Market Concepts Certificate, Bloomberg for Education
Chloe Schur
cms476@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/chloe-schur
EDUCATION
2026 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
Master of Business Administration
2023 Pennsylvania State University, Mont Alto, PA
Bachelor of Science in Health Policy and Administration
Minor(s): Information Science and Technology
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
01/2023–07/2023 Liquid Art Brewing Company, Chambersburg, PA
Server/Bartender
• Promoting new beverages for an increase in sales
• Anticipating and addressing needs before they occur
• Improving productivity by multitasking throughout each shift
03/2022–07/2023 Menno Haven Retirement Community, Chambersburg, PA
Resident Support Specialist
• Provided education for over 1200 residents on their technology devices
• Planned, implemented and managed training courses for residents to better their
knowledge on their devices and how to protect themselves from scams
• Created and designed my role to best serve the residents
• Implemented multiple phishing campaigns to staff for education
08/2019–03/2022 Flamingo Family Restaurant , Fayetteville, PA
Server
• Cross train in multiple areas to support the business
• Worked efficiently to provide exemplary service
• Effectively remembering patrons and their orders
HONORS AND AWARDS
2023 HPA WOW!, Penn State Mont Alto HPA Advisory Board
2021-2023 Dean’s Honors List, Penn State Mont Alto
2023 Exemplary Service, Menno Haven Retirement Community
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
08/2022–Present Healthcare IT Support, John Hopkins Medicine
Alexa Skokowski
alexa.skokowski@pitt.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/alexa-skokowski
EDUCATION
2025 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Master of Health Administration
2022 University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Health Services
Certificate(s): Nonprofit Management and Global Health
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
07/2022–Present UPMC, Pittsburgh, PA
Transfer Center Coordinator
• Facilitated patient transfers into and within the UPMC Health System by connecting
physicians and transcribing conversations for triage review
• Provided patient transfer information to admissions, case managers, and bed flow
coordinators
• Acted as a preceptor and trained new employees
06/2021–08/2021 MUSC, Charleston, SC
Mobility Technician
• Supported patient mobility by assisting with transfer to and from chairs, ambulation,
and exercises to increase mobility and reduce fall risk
• Provided patients with companionship and with necessities to ensure that patients are
comfortable
• Documented patient progress in EPIC
08/2017–08/2019 Giant Food Stores, New Cumberland, PA
Pharmacy Technician
• Established and updated patient profiles, including lists of medications and insurance
details
• Received and verified incoming drug shipments and logged items into inventory system
• Counted and dispensed medications for patient’s while providing friendly customer
service
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE ACTIVITIES
09/2019–05/2022 Member, University of Pittsburgh Women in Business
09/2019–09/2020 Member, University of Pittsburgh Colleges Against Cancer
HONORS AND AWARDS
2023
Dawn Gideon Scholar, Dawn Gideon Foundation
2023
Health Policy and Management Achievement Award, University of Pittsburgh
2022
Cum Laude, University of Pittsburgh
2021
Dean’s List, University of Pittsburgh
