Alexandra Ali Emerson Serpe

Email: aserpe@emory.edu

EDUCATION Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia Bachelor of Science, Anthropology and Human Biology, May 2014 Minor in Predictive Health Deans List: Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 GPA: 3.577 Major GPA: 3.65 South Carolina Governors School for Science and Mathematics, Hartsville, South Carolina GSSM Diploma May, 2010 Recipient of the Presidents Cup RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Hematology and Medical Oncology Research Assistant Aug 2011- Present Winship Cancer Institute Emory University, Atlanta, GA Laboratory of Dr. Edmund Waller Data analysis and research results for a study comparing bone marrow transplants to peripheral blood stem cell treatments used for cancer patients Chronicled the post-treatment time point statistics of surviving patients Initial outcomes of this study were published in The New England Journal of Medicine in October 2012 Research Assistant Summer 2009 Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC Laboratory of Dr. Xuejun Wen Project entitled Creating a Hemocompatible small-diameter Vascular Graft Used an electro-spinning technique on nanofibers to create an array that mimicked native blood vessels that would have higher patency for small-diameter vascular grafts Developed a viable way to incorporate heparin into the grafts to prevent clotting and adhesion of blood to the clot Organized the design and execution of the experiments Published article in the Journal of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering in August 2013. ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

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Page 2 CLINICAL EXPERIENCE Clinical Rotations in Siena, Italy June 2011-July 2011 University of Siena Hospital, Siena, Italy Reported to Dr. Giuseppe Marciano, University of Siena Hospital, Siena, Italy Performed daily cardio-surgery rounds at the University of Siena hospital Observed patient care and diagnostic procedures in bronchoscopy, cardiology, and cardiovascular surgery Attended research lectures on cardio surgery, bronchoscopy and utilization of new medical devices Assisted in changing patient dressings and patient care on the cardio surgery floor Learned to read and analyze the basics of a cardiogram Observed two open-heart surgeries utilizing the Octopus on a beating heart. PRESENTATIONS 2010 South Carolina Junior Academy of Science (SCJAS) Alexandra Serpe. Creating a hemocompatible small-diameter vascular graft AWARDS Presidents Cup Award upon graduation from the Governor's School for Science and Mathematics - 2010 Heritage Scholar - Recipient of $18,000 scholarship awarded by the Heritage Classic Foundation - 2010 First Place Award for Best Presentation in Biomedical Engineering South Carolina Junior Academy of Science (SCJAS) - 2010 Project entitled: Creating a hemocompatible small-diameter vascular graft DISTINCTIONS Published article in the Journal of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering: Surface Functionalization of Electrospun Polyurathane Scaffolds Using Blended Polymer Solutions, Volume 3, pages 1-7 (2013) Nominated for Whos Who among American Colleges and Universities (2014) Nominated for and Participant in the Emory Campus Life Executive Round Table (2014) Elected to the Board of Directors for the National Association of Intercollegiate Gymnastics Clubs, non-profit for 2014-2015 season (2014)

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Page 3 TEACHING EXPERIENCE Health 100 Peer Health Partner Fall Semesters August 2012-December 2013 Emory University, Atlanta, GA Selected to instruct freshman students Emorys Health 100 course Course design is derived from predictive health research being conducted at Emory University, and aims to provide students with the tools required to develop and execute a personal approach to health Assisted freshmen in the performance of personal health assessments; identifying individual strengths and weaknesses. Directed the setting of achievable goals for different aspects of student health, including sleep, exercise, nutrition, stress, and time management. Introductory Biology Teaching AssistantAugust 2012-May 2013 Biology 141 and 142- Emory University, Atlanta, GA Served as a peer mentor and instructor of Biology 1 and 2 Held supplemental instruction sessions Answered biology questions and offered overall assistance and support to biology students with the objective of achieving success in introductory biology Graduate Cancer Biology Class Assistant June 2012-May 2013 Cancer Clinical Colloquium Emory University, Atlanta, GA Planned and executed a clinical cancer colloquium class for graduate cancer biology students in order to give cancer biology students an understanding of the human side of cancer Developed a weekly schedule of doctors and medical professionals to speak to students on their individual experience in the cancer field Audited cancer tumor board meetings in the fields of ear, nose and throat, brain, and lung cancer resulting in a team approach to cancer treatments plans Observed each lecture, monitored attendance, designed and graded exams, and supervised the course web site. Gymnastics Coach Decatur-DeKalb YMCA, Decatur, GA April 2011-Present USAG/AAU gymnastics team coach for girls ages of four to sixteen in compulsory levels two through five and preparatory optional Created individual progression plans for each gymnast to encourage improvement through positive reinforcement and proper conditioning Demonstrated a strong understanding of the sport and injury prevention, responding appropriately to accidents when they occurred Interacted with parents with regard to their gymnasts progress Cultivated an environment of support and encouragement that extended to all aspects of the gymnasts lives.

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Page 4 ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES Event Planner for the First Annual Winter Bone Marrow April 2012-December 2012 Transplant Research Workshop Emory University, Atlanta, GA Established a bone marrow transplant research workshop to occur in conjunction with the American Society of Hematology annual meeting Organized a series of short talks addressing recent unpublished clinical and preclinical data pertinent to Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Coordinated and hosted over 100 doctors for a day of educational discussion followed by an evening reception Emory Club Gymnastics August 2010-Present Emory University, Atlanta, GA Co-President April 2012-May 2013 Developed an affiliation with Atlanta Gymnastics Center, to provide a quality training facility with a professional coaching staff for twice weekly training sessions Organized and oversaw two intercollegiate meets a year, hosting five to ten colleges/universities resulting in 50-100 competing gymnasts Directed weekly executive board and monthly membership meetings Managed the $15,000 gymnastics team budget and executed several successful fundraisers throughout the year Supervised the transportation and safety of gymnastic team members to and from two weekly practices, and subsequent meet travel Grew the membership over the past two years from 8 to 30 members. Treasurer Directly oversaw and handled the $15,000 gymnastics team budget Prepared the annual budget and budget proposal before the start of the season Presented the budge at the annual budget hearing Created budgets for fundraising and travel expenses Reported on cash flow projection weekly at the officers meeting Drafted and audited accounts Greek Recruitment Counselor - Phi Chi Trainer Fall 2012- Spring 2014 Panhellenic Council, Emory University, Atlanta, GA Educated and prepared 55 sorority members from all Greek organizations at Emory to facilitate and execute sorority recruitment Provided training on conflict management, decision-making, mentoring, and emotional stress Utilized leadership and communication skills, and demonstrated empathy Created a supportive environment for female students during recruitment.

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Page 5 Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority, Active Member January 2011- Present Emory University, Atlanta, GA Participated in 5 hours of community service through Delta Phi Epsilon local philanthropy projects at the Ronald McDonald House and the local Graduation Generation organization Participated in planning and hosting philanthropy events for ANAD and Cystic Fibrosis Attended weekly chapter meetings and assisted in the decision making process for the organization of our 100 members Selected to serve as a Greek Recruitment Counselor, (Phi Chi) representative for the sorority. COMMUNITY SERVICE Leadership Training Camp for Underprivileged Teens June 2011-July 2011 Decatur-DeKalb YMCA, Decatur, GA Coordinated a leadership development program for underprivileged teenagers at the Decatur/DeKalb YMCA Constructed a program for teens to work on resume building, interview skills, and team building Taught basics of how to dress, being on time, making eye contact and having a firm handshake Counseled each teen individually to develop a list of goals, work on communication skills, and polish presentation skills in preparation for future interviews Supported the teens in a positive environment planning to reach individual objectives. Additional Skills Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) trained Microsoft Office for Mac: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Other Software: Google Drive, Endnote X7 Research via Scholarly Search Engines: PubMed, Medline, SciFinder, PsychARTICLES, Web Of Knowledge, Anthrosource, Anthropology Plus CPR and First Aid Certified Heads Up Concussion Trained- certified by the American College of Sports Medicine