I received my B.A. in English and Philosophy from the University of Chicago, where I was active on the debate team. Afterwards, I moved to Boston (my family is originally from New England). I supported myself working as a lab technician while I did some free-lance writing for community newspapers. In 1989 I moved to Atlanta, where my family was living. I was a caseworker for the state of Georgia in Clarke, Gwinnett, Dekalb and Carroll counties where I worked extensively with the Latino, Vietnamese, Bosnian, and Somali communities. I did a lot of volunteer work teaching ESL, an experience I enjoyed so much I decided to pursue a graduate degree, with the intention of becoming a teacher. I was accepted into the M.A. program in the History and Philosophy of Science at Florida State University; my concentration was in the history of biology and religion. While there I assisted teaching classes in history and film, gave guest lectures, organized and taught writing workshops, and tutored students in writing and history on an individual basis. I enjoyed my teaching experience at FSU because it allowed me to combine my interest in history and writing. My students reported that as their writing improved, their academic performance improved in all their classes-- even in the sciences. I think the ability to write well cultivates skills that can be transferred to nearly any discipline. After I received my M.A., I returned to Atlanta to stay with my father, and plan to apply to the library science program at Valdosta State University. I enjoy teaching British and American literature, especially poetry, but my great love is history and the teaching of writing. I love reading and currently have several writing projects I am working on. I used to lift weights fairly seriously, and I am trying to get back into it.

I have 8+ years of experience in various aspects of education, from teaching to academic advising at the college level, and 16+ years of experience in environmental science. I can help students prepare to be successful in homework organization, study skills, coursework and through the college admissions process.

Education is a passion for me. I've loved it ever since I was a child and love it now that I am able to share my knowledge with others. I received my BA in Biochemistry at Vassar College, my MSC in Anatomy & Physiology at the Atlantic Veterinary College of UPEI, and my PhD in Biomedical Sciences (Orthopedics) at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Subjects revolving around biology and chemistry are therefore my area of expertise and what I most enjoy tutoring.I don't have a singular approach to tutoring. It starts with getting to know the student and how they best assimilate information. Everyone is different. I always look to the individual's needs and work from there.Outside of academia I am interested in Fitness (CrossFit, Powerlifting), Aikido, Rock Climbing, Gaming, Movies, and Outdoor Activities/Nature.

Hi! My name is Dana, and I am so excited to be of help to you in your academic time of need!As you can tell by the exclamation points, I love both to teach and to learn. I graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Performance degree from Huntington University in 2007. This degree has allowed me multiple opportunities to dive into the educational world. I have tutored most of my life (my mom said I would help others with their work all the way back in 2nd grade!), but the most saturated tutoring has been within the past three years when I worked for an organization that focused on one-on-one, individualized curricula spanning from kindergarten to 12th-grade (sometimes beyond) academic matter.I love all things Language Arts and Fine Arts, and MOST things Math. :-)In my spare time, I am a voracious reader, painter, song-writer, and dog-sitter.Please let me help you. Let me show you that learning can be fun, and that you can develop a passion for education!

I am a graduate of Goucher College, where I received my B.A. in Physics with a concentration in astronomy, and the University of Colorado at Boulder, where I received my M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. I have been tutoring and teaching on and off since my senior year of college. That year, I served as a supplementary instructor for introductory physics courses. I led weekly group tutoring sessions with 15 or more students, where we collaboratively worked on homework problems and practice quiz and exam problems. In 2012 after graduating, I taught science and outdoor education classes to children ages 9-14 for 5 months at an astronomy-themed camp in the mountains in southern California. During grad school in 2013, I was a teaching assistant for undergraduate engineering courses in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. In the spring of 2014, I volunteered at a high school in Longmont, Colorado helping high school students prepare for AP exams in calculus and physics.My background is in physics and engineering, lately with a focus on renewable energy and environmental issues. I love to tutor in physics and calculus because of the trickiness of the problems and the unique euphoria students can feel when they master the analytical techniques required to solve these types of problems. My tutoring philosophy is to empower students to feel confident in their own abilities, NOT to cultivate dependence or rote memorization. To do this, I tend to ask a lot of questions, utilize my sense of humor, try to get students to approach problems and difficult concepts in new and different ways, and emphasize rigor, devotion and effort. I believe that learning is about reaching inward into your belief and potential more so than filling in blanks correctly on a test. That said, I take approaches to conventional classroom techniques seriously and have extensive experience figuring out how to solve problems quickly and efficiently and perform well on tests. Overall, I see myself as a teammate as well as a coach when I tutor, to provide encouragement and empathy as well as guidance.In my spare time, I am an avid rock climber and mountaineer, and my other hobbies include soccer, tennis, running, reading and writing. I love to stay active but feel nearly equally as comfortable with a good book.

Candidate for Sloan Degree in Business Finance with a minor in Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

My name is Rashaun, I am a Jamaican, born and raised in the capital of Kingston. I moved to the United States to begin university at the University of South Florida in Tampa. I am currently majoring in Biomedical Sciences and I am aim to graduate in the year 2019.I am currently involved in many leadership and peer leading positions at the University of South Florida. I am a Resident Assistant, Vice President of the Jamaican Alliance Movement and former Executive Vice President of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. In these leadership positions I have gained a passion for learning and understanding the way things work. I realize it helps me to wok better and optimizes success for myself and others when I know what to do, how to do and why I do the things that I should.I also apply this same strategy to my studies. I currently have a 3.92 GPA at the University of South Florida and attribute this achievement to my devotion to understanding and grasping my subject in its entirety. I love sharing my knowledge with others with hopes that they can take that knowledge and use it to their benefits to achieve great things!

There was nothing I wanted more when I was a boy than to own an Xbox. We could not afford thesekinds of things, so I salvaged pieces from broken consoles and assembled my own Xbox one summer.Admittedly, it did not resemble an Xbox but it worked. Growing up in a single-parent household, Ilearned to be resourceful early on. After my mother remarried, things got better financially. I did not haveto give up my birthday money to make rent anymore. Still, this time presented different challenges as mystepfather struggled with a drug & alcohol addiction. I learned to keep myself busy, mostly burying mynose in Harry Potter books or fixing old Japanese cars with my uncle. By the time I was in high school, Icould take an engine apart and reassemble it with new internal components. My propensity to understandcomplex machinery piqued my interest in engineering, which I was encouraged to pursue. Yet, fate ledme to take a pathophysiology course in high school that would introduce me to the most complexmachine of all: the human body.My decision to study medicine after high school was a choice that would evolve greatly over time. Afterall, no one in my family had gone to college or pursued a graduate-level education. I had a naturalcuriosity for science & the arts, but it had not exactly translated into a direction quite yet. It was not untilI spent 6-weeks at Duke School of Medicine's Pre-Medical Program that I found my calling. The mentorsI met at Duke had heart. They operated on a source of fuel previously unbeknownst to me purpose.Working alongside them, I experienced the long hours and learned about the brave sacrifices they hadmade along the way. One thing was always clear: there was no other place in the world that they wouldrather be. From this point on, I simply felt lucky. I stopped caring about how many years I would be inschool or how difficult the journey would be. I understood the privilege and responsibility of beingentrusted with a life and found fulfillment in the day-to-day journey.Reflecting on my time in medical school; I thought about how deeply I enjoyed clinical problem-solvinghow I did not want it to change. I loved waking up early to greet my patients and chat with them aboutwhat I had read the night before. I did not mind walking across the hospital to deliver a pair of crutches orbring a bathroom scale from home so my patient could monitor their fluid status after discharge. I alsounderstood the challenges. Inpatient medicine is spontaneous, and spontaneity demands sacrifice. Thelists of demands are endless, and therefore, every internist will have to sacrifice certain aspects ofthemselves for their patient. Yet, when I sacrificed, I experienced more, learned more, was taught more,and developed better judgment.Early in Medical School, I came across an opportunity to participate in a research project that needed afluent Spanish speaker. It was an excellent opportunity to learn how to design & conduct a quality studyfrom scratch. Our aim was to identify patients at high risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) afterbeing hospitalized with traumatic injuries. I worked with two other students, who would later becomesome of my closest friends. That summer, we took turns covering the inpatient unit 24/7. I learned how tocarry out a protocol, organize and interpret data sets, carry out a quality literature review, and prepare aproper manuscript. I also learned how to have difficult conversations with patients given the nature of ourstudy. Early on, we began to identify patients who suffered from severe PTSD and were able to arrangespecialized care for them. It was so gratifying to see our work directly impact patient care. This exampleillustrates the agenda I bring to your program and how I understand the value of evidence-based research.As an internal medicine resident, I want to further develop my ability to function as a patient-centeredphysician. At the same time, I want to be prepared to represent my patients at the table when decisionsare being made about healthcare resources. Having pursued a dual MD/MBA degree, I valueopportunities to apply that knowledge toward improving hospital management & healthcare deliverysystems. Furthermore, my vision of servant leadership encompasses diverse settings where I can continueto work with underserved communities. Practicing at a teaching institution would also allow me tocontinue the research activities and medical education that I enjoy. Altogether, I seek a program thatvalues the same tenacity I had to build my own Xbox, the curiosity to always find joy in learning, and theheart it takes to give patients our best even on the worst days.

Accomplished and results-driven professional, with a powerful combination of skills in Information Technology (IT) and Business Management. Recognized as a globally minded and versatile resource to Corporations, International Organizations and Educational Institutions. My role as an International Consultant and marketing analyst have included Provision of strategic directions for sales of internationally exported goods.As an instructor, I have delivered presentations and worked closely with clients and participants on how to improve their knowledge of the operating systems environment and the Impact of e-business/commerce in this modern era. In addition, I have adequate knowledge of the IT Audit process.

I am a certified K-12 Spanish teacher, and I work full time teaching high school in Gwinnett County. I am very passionate about foreign language and helping students improve their Spanish so that they may use it in a practical way in their personal and professional lives. I believe that learning should be meaningful and fun. I also believe that material should be taught in multiple ways, as each individual has unique learning preferences. I strive not only to help students achieve academically, but also to create the most positive learning experience by inspiring them to discover new interests in foreign language, appreciate different cultures and develop a mindset of global awareness as they grow up to become successful contributors to our society.

I received my B.A. in English and Philosophy from the University of Chicago, where I was active on the debate team. Afterwards, I moved to Boston (my family is originally from New England). I supported myself working as a lab technician while I did some free-lance writing for community newspapers. In 1989 I moved to Atlanta, where my family was living. I was a caseworker for the state of Georgia in Clarke, Gwinnett, Dekalb and Carroll counties where I worked extensively with the Latino, Vietnamese, Bosnian, and Somali communities. I did a lot of volunteer work teaching ESL, an experience I enjoyed so much I decided to pursue a graduate degree, with the intention of becoming a teacher. I was accepted into the M.A. program in the History and Philosophy of Science at Florida State University; my concentration was in the history of biology and religion. While there I assisted teaching classes in history and film, gave guest lectures, organized and taught writing workshops, and tutored students in writing and history on an individual basis. I enjoyed my teaching experience at FSU because it allowed me to combine my interest in history and writing. My students reported that as their writing improved, their academic performance improved in all their classes-- even in the sciences. I think the ability to write well cultivates skills that can be transferred to nearly any discipline. After I received my M.A., I returned to Atlanta to stay with my father, and plan to apply to the library science program at Valdosta State University. I enjoy teaching British and American literature, especially poetry, but my great love is history and the teaching of writing. I love reading and currently have several writing projects I am working on. I used to lift weights fairly seriously, and I am trying to get back into it.

I have 8+ years of experience in various aspects of education, from teaching to academic advising at the college level, and 16+ years of experience in environmental science. I can help students prepare to be successful in homework organization, study skills, coursework and through the college admissions process.

Education is a passion for me. I've loved it ever since I was a child and love it now that I am able to share my knowledge with others. I received my BA in Biochemistry at Vassar College, my MSC in Anatomy & Physiology at the Atlantic Veterinary College of UPEI, and my PhD in Biomedical Sciences (Orthopedics) at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Subjects revolving around biology and chemistry are therefore my area of expertise and what I most enjoy tutoring.I don't have a singular approach to tutoring. It starts with getting to know the student and how they best assimilate information. Everyone is different. I always look to the individual's needs and work from there.Outside of academia I am interested in Fitness (CrossFit, Powerlifting), Aikido, Rock Climbing, Gaming, Movies, and Outdoor Activities/Nature.

Hi! My name is Dana, and I am so excited to be of help to you in your academic time of need!As you can tell by the exclamation points, I love both to teach and to learn. I graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Performance degree from Huntington University in 2007. This degree has allowed me multiple opportunities to dive into the educational world. I have tutored most of my life (my mom said I would help others with their work all the way back in 2nd grade!), but the most saturated tutoring has been within the past three years when I worked for an organization that focused on one-on-one, individualized curricula spanning from kindergarten to 12th-grade (sometimes beyond) academic matter.I love all things Language Arts and Fine Arts, and MOST things Math. :-)In my spare time, I am a voracious reader, painter, song-writer, and dog-sitter.Please let me help you. Let me show you that learning can be fun, and that you can develop a passion for education!

I am a graduate of Goucher College, where I received my B.A. in Physics with a concentration in astronomy, and the University of Colorado at Boulder, where I received my M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. I have been tutoring and teaching on and off since my senior year of college. That year, I served as a supplementary instructor for introductory physics courses. I led weekly group tutoring sessions with 15 or more students, where we collaboratively worked on homework problems and practice quiz and exam problems. In 2012 after graduating, I taught science and outdoor education classes to children ages 9-14 for 5 months at an astronomy-themed camp in the mountains in southern California. During grad school in 2013, I was a teaching assistant for undergraduate engineering courses in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. In the spring of 2014, I volunteered at a high school in Longmont, Colorado helping high school students prepare for AP exams in calculus and physics.My background is in physics and engineering, lately with a focus on renewable energy and environmental issues. I love to tutor in physics and calculus because of the trickiness of the problems and the unique euphoria students can feel when they master the analytical techniques required to solve these types of problems. My tutoring philosophy is to empower students to feel confident in their own abilities, NOT to cultivate dependence or rote memorization. To do this, I tend to ask a lot of questions, utilize my sense of humor, try to get students to approach problems and difficult concepts in new and different ways, and emphasize rigor, devotion and effort. I believe that learning is about reaching inward into your belief and potential more so than filling in blanks correctly on a test. That said, I take approaches to conventional classroom techniques seriously and have extensive experience figuring out how to solve problems quickly and efficiently and perform well on tests. Overall, I see myself as a teammate as well as a coach when I tutor, to provide encouragement and empathy as well as guidance.In my spare time, I am an avid rock climber and mountaineer, and my other hobbies include soccer, tennis, running, reading and writing. I love to stay active but feel nearly equally as comfortable with a good book.

Candidate for Sloan Degree in Business Finance with a minor in Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

My name is Rashaun, I am a Jamaican, born and raised in the capital of Kingston. I moved to the United States to begin university at the University of South Florida in Tampa. I am currently majoring in Biomedical Sciences and I am aim to graduate in the year 2019.I am currently involved in many leadership and peer leading positions at the University of South Florida. I am a Resident Assistant, Vice President of the Jamaican Alliance Movement and former Executive Vice President of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. In these leadership positions I have gained a passion for learning and understanding the way things work. I realize it helps me to wok better and optimizes success for myself and others when I know what to do, how to do and why I do the things that I should.I also apply this same strategy to my studies. I currently have a 3.92 GPA at the University of South Florida and attribute this achievement to my devotion to understanding and grasping my subject in its entirety. I love sharing my knowledge with others with hopes that they can take that knowledge and use it to their benefits to achieve great things!

There was nothing I wanted more when I was a boy than to own an Xbox. We could not afford thesekinds of things, so I salvaged pieces from broken consoles and assembled my own Xbox one summer.Admittedly, it did not resemble an Xbox but it worked. Growing up in a single-parent household, Ilearned to be resourceful early on. After my mother remarried, things got better financially. I did not haveto give up my birthday money to make rent anymore. Still, this time presented different challenges as mystepfather struggled with a drug & alcohol addiction. I learned to keep myself busy, mostly burying mynose in Harry Potter books or fixing old Japanese cars with my uncle. By the time I was in high school, Icould take an engine apart and reassemble it with new internal components. My propensity to understandcomplex machinery piqued my interest in engineering, which I was encouraged to pursue. Yet, fate ledme to take a pathophysiology course in high school that would introduce me to the most complexmachine of all: the human body.My decision to study medicine after high school was a choice that would evolve greatly over time. Afterall, no one in my family had gone to college or pursued a graduate-level education. I had a naturalcuriosity for science & the arts, but it had not exactly translated into a direction quite yet. It was not untilI spent 6-weeks at Duke School of Medicine's Pre-Medical Program that I found my calling. The mentorsI met at Duke had heart. They operated on a source of fuel previously unbeknownst to me purpose.Working alongside them, I experienced the long hours and learned about the brave sacrifices they hadmade along the way. One thing was always clear: there was no other place in the world that they wouldrather be. From this point on, I simply felt lucky. I stopped caring about how many years I would be inschool or how difficult the journey would be. I understood the privilege and responsibility of beingentrusted with a life and found fulfillment in the day-to-day journey.Reflecting on my time in medical school; I thought about how deeply I enjoyed clinical problem-solvinghow I did not want it to change. I loved waking up early to greet my patients and chat with them aboutwhat I had read the night before. I did not mind walking across the hospital to deliver a pair of crutches orbring a bathroom scale from home so my patient could monitor their fluid status after discharge. I alsounderstood the challenges. Inpatient medicine is spontaneous, and spontaneity demands sacrifice. Thelists of demands are endless, and therefore, every internist will have to sacrifice certain aspects ofthemselves for their patient. Yet, when I sacrificed, I experienced more, learned more, was taught more,and developed better judgment.Early in Medical School, I came across an opportunity to participate in a research project that needed afluent Spanish speaker. It was an excellent opportunity to learn how to design & conduct a quality studyfrom scratch. Our aim was to identify patients at high risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) afterbeing hospitalized with traumatic injuries. I worked with two other students, who would later becomesome of my closest friends. That summer, we took turns covering the inpatient unit 24/7. I learned how tocarry out a protocol, organize and interpret data sets, carry out a quality literature review, and prepare aproper manuscript. I also learned how to have difficult conversations with patients given the nature of ourstudy. Early on, we began to identify patients who suffered from severe PTSD and were able to arrangespecialized care for them. It was so gratifying to see our work directly impact patient care. This exampleillustrates the agenda I bring to your program and how I understand the value of evidence-based research.As an internal medicine resident, I want to further develop my ability to function as a patient-centeredphysician. At the same time, I want to be prepared to represent my patients at the table when decisionsare being made about healthcare resources. Having pursued a dual MD/MBA degree, I valueopportunities to apply that knowledge toward improving hospital management & healthcare deliverysystems. Furthermore, my vision of servant leadership encompasses diverse settings where I can continueto work with underserved communities. Practicing at a teaching institution would also allow me tocontinue the research activities and medical education that I enjoy. Altogether, I seek a program thatvalues the same tenacity I had to build my own Xbox, the curiosity to always find joy in learning, and theheart it takes to give patients our best even on the worst days.

Accomplished and results-driven professional, with a powerful combination of skills in Information Technology (IT) and Business Management. Recognized as a globally minded and versatile resource to Corporations, International Organizations and Educational Institutions. My role as an International Consultant and marketing analyst have included Provision of strategic directions for sales of internationally exported goods.As an instructor, I have delivered presentations and worked closely with clients and participants on how to improve their knowledge of the operating systems environment and the Impact of e-business/commerce in this modern era. In addition, I have adequate knowledge of the IT Audit process.

I am a certified K-12 Spanish teacher, and I work full time teaching high school in Gwinnett County. I am very passionate about foreign language and helping students improve their Spanish so that they may use it in a practical way in their personal and professional lives. I believe that learning should be meaningful and fun. I also believe that material should be taught in multiple ways, as each individual has unique learning preferences. I strive not only to help students achieve academically, but also to create the most positive learning experience by inspiring them to discover new interests in foreign language, appreciate different cultures and develop a mindset of global awareness as they grow up to become successful contributors to our society.