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Work History
Education
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Awards
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Emely Ortiz Ramirez

Medford

Summary

Diligent student with strong problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail. Committed to delivering results through collaboration and teamwork.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

President

UHS Debate Club
Uniondale
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Conducted weekly meetings to strategize for upcoming tournaments and guide practice debates.
  • Facilitated research and compiled resources for club members, guiding them and addressing questions promptly
  • Oversaw the organization of club celebrations
  • Launched a debate outreach initiative offering support and resources to local elementary school teams. Mentored these students in refining debating techniques and boosting their confidence

Researcher

UHS National Science Honor Society
Uniondale
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Worked alongside 50+ students and faculty for several months to create and build components for 50+ interactive stations showcased at the annual STEAM fair, with 800+ attendees.
  • Researched and developed new station ideas while enhancing existing exhibits to create an engaging, hands-on learning experience.

Secretary

UHS National Spanish Honor Society
Uniondale
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Oversaw the logistics for a festive Christmas celebration at a local elementary school. This entailed readings of original stories by AP Spanish-language students and alumni, and informal discussions on the high school experience. Ultimately, fostered community and mentorship among elementary and high school students.
  • Facilitated the organization of club events and meetings.
  • Represented the Spanish Honor Society and promoted cultural awareness at Uniondale High School's annual Cultural Nights.

Memeber

UHS Tri-M Music Honor Society
Uniondale
09.2022 - 06.2025
  • Organized and managed the annual three-day LISFA festival, ensuring seamless experience for student musicians. Guided students to audition rooms, practice spaces, and dining areas, and encouraged students facing challenges during the audition process.
  • Tuned and restrung instruments to guarantee smooth performances at the middle school concerts. Helped organize student movements to and from the stage, enhancing the overall concert flow.

Volunteer

American Debate League
09.2022 - 06.2025
  • Serve as judge for elementary, middle, and high school debate competitions.
  • Deliver constructive feedback to individual teams and coaches, facilitating improvement in arguments and development of public speaking skills

Student Worker

Uniondale District Summer Arts Academy
Uniondale
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • I guided and instructed elementary and middle school students, promoting development and understanding as musicians in an orchestra setting.
  • Delivered personalized instruction and sectional lessons, tailored to address the specific needs of each student, thereby enhancing skills and musical understanding.
  • Coordinated packing, transporting, and arranging of instruments for performances, ensuring smooth and efficient setup for each ensemble.

Student Worker

Uniondale district Summer school
Uniondale
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Facilitated academic advancement of first-grade English as a Second Language (ESL) students in foundational subjects, especially in critical topics such as mathematics and writing.
  • Coordinated field trips around town, providing meaningful insights into American culture and lifestyle.
  • Worked alongside administration and teachers to help enrich the learning environment for all students.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Tufts University
Medford, MA
05-2029

High School -

Uniondale High School
Uniondale, New York
06.2025

Skills

  • Communication
  • Public speaking
  • Event organization
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail

Awards

2024 National College Match Scholarship Recipient and QuestBridge Scholar at Tufts University

  • A prestigious, highly competitive scholarship that connects high-achieving, low-income students with full four-year scholarships to top-tier universities.

The Rensselaer Medal Award

  • A scholarship opportunity worth $160,000 awarded to promising high school students who have distinguished themselves in mathematics and science.

Affiliations

Bridge to Engineering Success at Tufts University Program

BEST Scholar

  • Selected as 1 out of 12 students for the 4-year program for college success and professional development for high-achieving, underrepresented first-generation talent.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Researcher

UHS National Science Honor Society
09.2024 - 06.2025

Secretary

UHS National Spanish Honor Society
09.2024 - 06.2025

President

UHS Debate Club
09.2024 - 06.2025

Student Worker

Uniondale District Summer Arts Academy
07.2024 - 08.2024

Student Worker

Uniondale district Summer school
09.2023 - 05.2024

Memeber

UHS Tri-M Music Honor Society
09.2022 - 06.2025

Volunteer

American Debate League
09.2022 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering

Tufts University

High School -

Uniondale High School
Emely Ortiz Ramirez