Ikeia Smith
Fort Valley
Summary
I am seeking admission to the Master’s in Preclinical Sciences program at Mercer University to further develop a rigorous foundation in biomedical sciences and research necessary to excel in the medical field. Through this program, I aim to deepen my understanding of biomedical sciences and prepare for the challenges of medical school and ultimately a successful career as a physician.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Eye Center of Central Georgia
Macon, GA
05.2024 - Current
Responsibilities include taking ocular measurements, gathering medical and patient information, maintaining and cleaning ophthalmic instruments, and assisting the ophthalmologist in basic procedures and scribing during office visit and in office procedures.
Ocular measurements include distance and near visual acuity, confrontational field, extraocular muscle function, PERLA eye test, reading prescription glasses, and checking intraocular pressure.
Mathematics Tutor
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GA
03.2018 - 12.2019
Assist students requiring help in Calculus I and College Algebra. Notify teachers of the weaknesses of students participating in the tutoring program.
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Mercer Engineering Research Center
Warner Robins, GA
11.2018 - 12.2018
Review and compile data for project files for Northrop Grumman JSTARS E8-C Aircraft relevance review and aircraft configuration baselining task support.
Review and reformate Solidworks drawing files for the F-15 Aircraft and complete data analysis for 10% of compiled data for F-15 and C-5 Aircraft.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GA05.2020
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GABachelor of Science - Biology
Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA05-2024
Skills
- Programing: Familiar with Java
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Timeline
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Eye Center of Central Georgia
05.2024 - Current
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Mercer Engineering Research Center
11.2018 - 12.2018
Mathematics Tutor
Fort Valley State University
03.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Fort Valley State University
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Middle Georgia State University
LEADERSHIP
- NPHC Representative, Eta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Fort Valley, GA. Spring 2020
- President, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Fort Valley State University- Fort Valley, GA Spring 2020
- Treasurer, Minorities with Power, 2018
- Vice President, Cooperative Developmental Energy Program, 2018
- Chair, Internal Audit Committee- Eta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Fort Valley, GA., Spring 2018
- Co-Chair, Volunteer Services and Social Action Committee- Eta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Fort Valley, GA., Spring 2018- Fall 2019
- Risk Management Coordinator- Eta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Fort Valley, GA., Spring 2018 - Spring 2020
- Academic Scholar, Miss Cooperative Developmental Energy Program, 2017
- Financial Secretary, Young People's Division- Saint Peter A.M.E. Church- Fort Valley, GA., Spring 2017
ACTIVITIES
- Member, Minorities with Power, Present
- Member, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Spring 2018- Present
- Student Member, National Council of Negro Women, Inc., NCNW, Fall 2017
- Student Member, National Society of Black Engineers, NSBE, Fall 2017- Present
- Student Member, Math Club, Present
- Student Member, National Association of Black Geologist, NABG, Fall 2017- Present
- Member, Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation, LSAMP, Fall 2017
- Student Member, Cooperative Developmental Energy Program for Fall 2017-Present
- Student Recruiter, Appalachian Mountain Ministry, Summer 2012- Present
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
- Principles of Biology I
- Principles of Chemistry I, II
- Organic Chemistry I, II
- General Psychology
- Principles of Physics I, II
- Complex Variables
- Calculus I, II, III
- Introduction to Linear Algebra
- Discrete Math
- Elementary Statistics
- Foundations of Advanced Mathematics
- Linear Algebra I, II
- Cell Biology
- Histology
- Invertebrate Zoology
- Genetics
- Anatomy and Physiology I, II
HONORS
Academic Scholar, Fort Valley State University 2018 Dean’s List (Fall 2018 Semester GPA 3.59), Leadership DELTA Program, 2018-2019 Cohort, Academic Scholar, Fort Valley State University 2018 Dean’s List (Fall 2017 Semester GPA 3.8), Academic Scholar, Cooperative Developmental Energy Program Scholarship, 2017 – Present, Academic Scholar, Zell Miller Scholarship, Academic Scholar, CDEP Chevron Scholarship-2019, Academic Scholar, CDEP Chevron Scholarship- 2018