Current Address: Katherine R.

Dickinson Permanent Address:

340 East Beaver Ave, Apt. 332 Email: krd5169@psu.edu 133 Woodfield Blvd
State College, PA 16801 Mobile: 518-598-4708 Mechanicville, NY 12118
OBJECTIVE: To obtain acceptance into a Doctor of Optometry program.
EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
Bachelor of Science in Biobehavioral Health, minor in Business Class of May 2014
Cumulative GPA: 3.76/4.00 Deans List Spring 2011-Present

LEADERSHIP/ACTIVITIES
Alpha Epsilon Delta, Pennsylvania Beta Chapter University Park, PA
National Health Pre-Professional Honor Society Spring 2012-Present
National and Local Membership was achieved by meeting academic standards, completing 15 hours of volunteer work per semester,
and participating in professional development events
Collaborated with other organization members to bring networking opportunities to students through the Public Health Fair
Blood Cup Committee Sub-Chair
o Coordinated the donation of centerpieces to be displayed at the banquet culminating the American Red Cross Blood Drive
Competition
Mid-State Literacy Council University Park, PA
English as a Second Language Tutor January 2013-Present
Conducted sessions to strengthen oral, written, and reading skills of foreign adult learners
LifeLink PSU University Park, PA
Student Mentor January 2012-May 2012
Aided students with mental disabilities in various academic activities, such as reading and homework assignments
Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon University Park, PA
Hospitality Committee October 2012-February 2013
Organized and provided food and beverages for the dancers as well as the children and families in attendance
Administrative Assistant responsible for taking notes during meetings to ensure a well-informed, cohesive group environment
Rules and Regulations Committee October 2011-February 2012
Helped enforce set protocol in order to maintain safety for all event participants
OPPerations Committee October 2010-February 2011
Assisted in the set up and tear down of the event as well as keeping the venue clean throughout the weekend

ACHIEVEMENTS/HONORS
College of Health and Human Development Honor Society Spring 2012-Present
Earned and maintained membership through set GPA requirements and participation in 5 hours of service activities per semester
National Society of Collegiate Scholars Spring 2011-Present
WORK EXPERIENCE
Rite Aid Pharmacy State College, PA
Pharmacy Associate Summer 2013-Present
Learn more about the pharmaceutical industry through interactions with patients, pharmacists, and the NextGen pharmaceutical
database to process and fill prescriptions
Happy Valley Optical State College, PA
Optical Assistant Spring 2012-Present
Primary liaison between patient and doctor in ordering contact lenses and glasses, scheduling appointments, and completing
paperwork
Saratoga Golf and Polo Club Saratoga Springs, NY
Lifeguard Summer 2010-Present
Supervised anywhere up 30 patrons engaging in water activity, as well as rule enforcement
American Red Cross certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Albany Medical Center Volunteer Albany, NY
Eye Clinic Summer 2012
Helped to conduct initial assessment on patient before being seen by the doctor
Pharmacy Summer 2009
Worked with pharmacy technicians to restock medications and deliver them to their respective patients