John Cahill 2930 Chestnut Street, Suite 3203D

Philadelphia, PA 19104 (631) 901-8451

JPC356@Drexel.edu

I am currently a freshman pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Drexel University with the goal of becoming an anesthesiologist. I am a highly motivated student that is in the Pennoni Honors College. I am seeking a challenging research assignment that will expand my knowledge and experience in the scientific arena. I have conducted independent scientific research and have presented my findings as a semi-finalist in the Junior Science and Humanities Symposia. I have held a variety of leadership positions in high school and college. Currently, I am part of an ongoing drug design and development research project at Drexel University.

Education

Drexel University Anticipated Graduation: June 2017 3141 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Bachelor of Arts and Sciences, Biology GPA: 3.54 St. Anthony’s High School Graduated: June 2014 275 Wolf Hill Road, South Huntington, NY 11764 Regents Diploma with Distinction GPA: 4.0

Honors and Awards Drexel University A.J. Drexel Scholarship, Drexel University 2014 - Present Dean’s List in the College of Arts and Sciences 2014 - 2015 Drexel University Pennoni Honors College 2015 Drexel STAR Scholar 2015 Drexel STEM Peer Mentor Program 2015 - 2016 St. Anthony’s High School Saint Bonaventure Award, Principal’s List 2012 - 2014 Duns Scotus Award 2010 – 2012 Junior Science and Humanities Symposia, Semi-Finalist 2014 Intel Science Talent Search, Competitor 2014 Brookhaven National Laboratory Science Fair Finalist, Honorable Mention Award 2007 Finalist, Competitor 2008 Finalist, Competitor 2009 St. Anthony’s Crew Team, Coach’s Award 2012

New York State Scholastic Rowing Association Award 2011 - 2013

Relevant Coursework Physiology and Ecology AP Statistics AP Chemistry I, II, & III Cells and Genetics Psychology Calculus I, II, & III Evolution and Organismal Diversity Ethics Applications in Biology

Experience St. Anthony’s High School, Independent Research 2013 - 2014 Topic: Cognitive Neuroscience Title: The Natural Standardized Test Description: A study of quantified cognitive reasoning ability and its correlation to high school

course load to be used as an indicator of academic potential

Town of Smithtown Parks Department, Marine Division 2015 Computer Entry and Electronics Repair, Safety and Security Patrol Drexel University Research Project under Dr. Haifeng Ji 2015 – Present Current project focus on drug design and development utilizing computer-based molecular docking programs such as AutoDock, PyRx, and Chimera.

Activities Drexel University President of Student Council, Race Hall 2014 - 2015 Drexel Dragon Crew Team, Coxswain 2014 - 2015 St. Anthony’s High School Student Ambassador 2010 - 2014 National Honor Society, Class Representative 2013 –2014 Mathematics Honor Society, Tutor 2013 –2014 Peanut Butter & Jelly Club, Member 2013 - 2014 Eucharistic Minister 2013 - 2014

Academic Associations

Alvernian Chapter, National Honor Society 2011 - 2014 Mathematics Honor Society 2012 - 2014

Athletic Highlights

NY State Championship: Coxswain 2014 Men’s Lightweight 4+ - 1St Place Club Medal 130th Royal Canadian Henley Regatta: Coxswain 2013 Men’s Lightweight 8+ - 3rd Place 48th Head of the Charles: Coxswain 2012 Women’s JV 4+ placed in top 5%