1. Da’Shon Adamson
Permanent Address Campus Address
248 West Runyon St. St. Michael’s College
Newark, NJ 07108 1 Winooski Park, Box 1864
(973)-392-3086 Colchester, VT 05439
dadamson@mail.smcvt.edu
(973)-392-3086
Education: St. Michael’s College, Colchester, VT
B.S. in Biology, May 2016
Minor: Chemistry; Concentration: Pre-Health
University of New Haven, CT Fall 2012- Spring 2013
Honors: St. Michael’s Academic Scholarship 2013-present
Member of TRI BETA (National Biology Honor Society) 2013-Present
Member of University of New Haven Honors Program 2012-2013
MPTCS Academic Scholarship 2008-Present
Skills:  Lab Skills: Acid-base Titration, Filtration, Thin Layer Chromatography,
Column Chromatography, NMR Spectroscopy, IR Spectroscopy, Mass
Spectroscopy, UV Spectroscopy, Sterile Technique, Knowledge of Compound
and Dissecting Microscopes, Cat Dissection Skills, Cell Staining, Identification
of Bacterial Cells, Tree Identification, Invertebrate Identification, Water
Sampling, Soil Sampling
 Language: Working knowledge of Spanish
 Strong writing, analytical, and math skills (Calculus background)
 Extensive understanding of computer software; expanded knowledge of
Microsoft Office Word, 10 Key Calculator
 Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well under pressure and manage complex
projects within time constraints.
Research Research Project, Declan McCabe, Ph. D., St. Michael’s College
Experience: Conducted a 3-week research project involving species richness of wildlife and habitat
location on campus. Conducted count of species and investigated how species are
diversified across campus in relation to human activity. Fall 2014
Research Project, Adam Weaver, Ph. D., St. Michael’s College
Conducted 2-week experiment on Drosphilla larval gustatory behavior choices.
Investigated how larval survival behaviors related to their feeding preferences. Fall2014
Relevant Job Shadow, University of Vermont Medical Center, Burlington, VT
Experience: Accompany registered nurse in Emergency Department and observe procedures,
protocols, and treatments for variety of patients. Assisted with some patient histories,
checked vitals, and developed familiarity with medical terminology. November. 2015-
Present
Laboratory Assistant II, Biology Department, St. Michael’s College
Performed assorted cleaning tasks, prepared lab experiments prior to designated lab
times, aided laboratory professors for Gen. Biology classes. 2013-2014

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Comprehensive Medical Program, Saint Michael’s Medical Center, Newark, NJ. Was
accepted into selective program for pre-health students. Participated in a 4-week
shadowing program at comprehensive medical center. Worked directly with physicians,
Residents, and medical students. Participated in lectures, rotations, and rounding with
healthcare professionals in internal medicine and surgery departments. Summer 2013
Student Volunteer, Rutgers Medical Center, Newark, NJ
Worked at front desk assisting families to patient rooms, discharged patients, scanned
paperwork. Summer 2011
Leadership: Resident Assistant, Office of Residence Life, St. Michael’s College
Oversee sophomore and junior coed students in residence hall. Plan and present
meetings and programs to create a safe, supportive living environment. Educate
residents on issues around substance use and abuse, and campus events and academic
functions; provide advice on issues related to social, personal, and academic concerns.
Tutor Counselor, University of Vermont Upward Bound
Assisted high school-age first generation college bound students from low-income to
moderate-income households in preparing for college. Aided them in preparing for the
SAT and in finding the most appropriate college. In addition, help teach an advanced
calculus course over the course of the summer to make sure the students were better
prepared for the calculus courses they would be taking at their high schools.
May 2015- August 2015
Student Assistant, Office of Admissions, St. Michael’s College
Worked with recruiters and potential students of diverse backgrounds during college
fair functions. Helped prepared campus tours for prospective students and families.
Assisted office staff by answering phones and completing minor projects (scanning
documents, filing papers, etc.). Fall 2012-Fall 2013
Additional Sales Associate, Macy’s, Livingston, NJ
Employment: Interacted with customers. Assisted customers in opening Macy’s credit card accounts.
Basic retail responsibilities (folding clothes, inventory, etc.). Summer 2013
Activities:  MOVE volunteer, member of student organization performing community service in
Burlington, VT 2013-Present
 Member of St. Michael’s College Biology Club 2013-Present
 Member of St. Michael’s College Chemistry Club 2012-2013
 Member of St. Michael’s College Diversity Coalition 2012-Present
 Transfer Student Mentor St. Michael’s College 2013-Present