Sophia Larriva graduated from UCSB with degrees in biopsychology and dance. She seeks employment applying her education in neuroscience and healthcare to benefit an organization and community. She has research experience analyzing brain imaging data and maintaining professionalism with students. Additionally, she has certifications as an EMT and skills in communication, customer service, and Microsoft Office. Her experience includes coordinating research studies, supervising employees as a shift supervisor, teaching construction skills to volunteers, coordinating camp activities for children, and volunteering in clinical settings.

1. Sophia Larriva
I am a recent UCSB graduate pursuing a career in the health sciences that utilizes my interest and
expertise in neuroscience and healthcare. I seek employment with an organization that can apply
my education and work experience to benefit their company and the surrounding community.
San Francisco, CA sophialarriva@gmail.com
Education
University ofCalifornia Santa Barbara
June 2015
Bachelor ofScience, Biopsychology
Bachelor ofArts, Dance
Dean’s Honors, Fall 2014, Spring 2015
Current Certifications
September 2015
Emergency Medical Technician License
CPR/AED
First Aid
Skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills; interpersonal, oral, written
• Thrives in fast-paced, detail-oriented, high pressure environments
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Python
Experience
Brain Imaging Center,Psychology & Brain Sciences, Isla Vista, CA May 2014-June 2015
Research Assistant
• Coordinated the scheduling of participants in three different research studies.
• Compiled and analyzed data from each research study
• Presented data in lab meetings each week to superiors
• Maintained a level of professionalism to graduate and post-doctoral students.
Isla Vista Drip, Isla Vista, CA May 2014- April 2015
Shift Supervisor/Baker
• Took large baking orders over the phone, coordinated baking to maintain inventory
• Supervised and trained employees during shift with baking procedures, food prep, and barista duties.
Sierra Service Project,Chiloquin, OR June 2013-August 2013
Supply Coordinator
• Coordinated the budgeting, planning, purchasing of materials for low-income families
• Taught high school volunteers how to build various construction projects for families-in-need.
• Facilitated community-building activities and atmospheres between high school volunteers.
YMCA Camp Orkila, Orcas Island, WA June 2012-August 2012
Cabin Counselor
• Coordinated camp-wide activities for 10 children each week in a cabin, creating a sense of community,
respect, and fun.
• Main source of comfort and stability for children ages 10-14.
• Acted as a constant role model of courtesy, honesty, respect towards others.

2. Activities
UCSB Dance Company September 2014-June 2015
• Performed repertoire in the local community as outreach for children
• Performed abroad representing the Dance Department across Europe
Pi Beta Phi Sorority
CA ZETA, University of California Santa Barbara 2011-2015
Community Service Committee
• Planned and coordinated literacy events at local elementary schools
• Researched new ways of volunteering and chapter-wide opportunities for volunteering.
Volunteer
St. John’s Camarillo Hospital; Ventura, CA August 2013-September 2014
Clinical Care Extender
• Provided nurses with axillary support, filing, completing cleaning or administrative tasks
• Observed procedures in Emergency Room and Operating Room
• Front Desk assistance; greeted all patients in person and by phone
**Recipient ofPatricia Sparrow Award for Dance Education June 2014
**Recipient ofUndergraduate Research Colloquium Grant for Undergraduate Research
February 2014