Eric C. Rice is pursuing dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Microbiology and Nursing from the University of Rochester, with an expected graduation date of December 2017. He has a 3.45 GPA and was on the Dean's List for one of his two eligible semesters. In high school, Rice took an advanced Regents diploma and ranked in the top 15% of his graduating class. At the University of Rochester, he has taken honors biology and genetics courses involving experiments in genetic transformation and PCR. He has also participated in ROTC and held leadership roles managing budgets and planning awards ceremonies. In his community, Rice has volunteered over 300 hours in a hospital emergency room and at a nursing home.

1. Eric C. Rice
(518) 466-0372 • erice4@u.rochester.edu
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Microbiology, Nursing and High School Studies, Honors and Activities
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER ROCHESTER, NY
Bachelor of Science, dual degrees in Microbiology and Nursing Expected December 2017
● GPA 3.45, Deans List 1 of 2 eligible semesters
SARATOGA HIGH SCHOOL SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY
Advanced Regents Diploma June 2013
● Ranked top 15% of graduating class
Selected Biology and High School Courses, Concepts, and Projects
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER ROCHESTER, NY
Perspectives in Biology I & II
● Honors biology track involving writing of research proposals and scientific papers.
Principles of Genetics
● Consisting of experiments involving Genetic Transformation, Phage Complementation and UV Mutagenesis etc.
● Built proficiency and understanding in lab safety as well as skills in Gel Electrophoresis, PCR and micro pipetting.
Organic Chemistry I
● Consisting of experiments involving the mastery of Mass Spectrometry, Gas Chromatography, Hydrogen NMR and IR etc.
SARATOGA HIGH SCHOOL SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY
Science Research
● Explored and delved into research of interest to the student, concluded with performance of a small study.
● Researched affects family pets had on psychological well being of the family unit.
PLTW Biotechnology
● Laboratory based class involving design and implementation of one’s own experiment, fostered abilities in PCR and Gel
Electrophoresis.
ROTC Experience
ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY ROCHESTER, NY
Air Force ROTC Detachment 538 Logistics Officer September 2014-Present
● Responsible for tracking, purchasing and distribution of ranks and ribbons within Detachment.
● Oversaw allocation and use of Detachment 538 Budget of $350 per semester.
Air Force ROTC Detachment 538 Awards Officer September 2013-June 2014
● Responsible for overseeing and planning Detachment 538 awards ceremony and awards board.
● Presented all awards at Detachment 538 Military Ball, attendance in excess of 100 individuals
Community and Volunteer Experience
SARATOGA HOSPITAL SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY
Emergency Room September 2011-June 2013
● In excess of 300 hours as greeter at Emergency Room front desk.
● Established excellent communication and teamwork skills assisting distressed patients and visitors.
Nursing Home September 2011-Present
● Spent time with nursing home residents and assisted hospital staff with care and large group outings.
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA GREENFIELD CENTER, NY
Eagle Scout July 2013
● Enhanced a Local Park, developed leadership and planning skills.
Wakpominee Boy Scout Camp
● Worked in as community safety director and merit badge councilor June-August 2012-2014