IYANDA HILTON

Motivated and compassionate rising junior at Howard University majoring in Biology with a minor in Chemistry, aspiring to become a Pediatric Hematologist. Demonstrates strong leadership and organizational skills through active involvement in various civic and service organizations, including holding key roles in the Howard University Health Professions Society and Comprehensive Medical Mentorship Program. Experienced in medical and pharmaceutical research with hands-on experience as a Maternity Nursing Intern at Doctors Hospital in Nassau, Bahamas. Passionate advocate for Sickle Cell awareness, serving as an American Red Cross Blood Drive Ambassador, and committed to improving health outcomes for underrepresented communities. Recognized for academic excellence, consistently earning a place on the Dean’s List and Principal’s List. Adept in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, with a deep-seated dedication to service and advocacy.

• Howard University Alternative Spring Break, Participant, 2024

(A week-long community service project hosted during Spring Break every year where students would travel both
domestically and internationally to serve in communities facing inequity and social injustice)

• American Red Cross National Capital and Greater Chesapeake Region, Panelist, 2024

(Conference held by the American Red Cross’s Youth Advisory Board in the capacity of speaking and advocating for Sickle Cell)

• Howard University Sickle Cell Center, 2022, Present

(Worked in the capacity of organizing advocacy events in support of Sickle Cell)

• Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Certified Training - 2023
• Microsoft Powerpoint Certification - 2022
• Microsoft Word Certification - 2022