Honor Society® member
Kazembe Kanonkela Chibwe
Senior Year Experience, St. Lawrence University, Biology Department, Canton, NY at Dissected thymus glands from tadpoles, measured their sizes using a microscopes. Calculated their mean sizes using Anova and reported findings to research instructor. Collaborated with three other students to prepare thymus glands slides for immune histochemistry using a cryostat sectioning machine. Analyzed results to add to research knowledge and understanding of the changes of thymus glands during metamorphosis.
- Biomedical Sciences and chemistry
- Class of 2025
- Canton, NEW YORK
Member since March 2025
About
A detail-oriented and motivated Biomedical Science graduate with a strong foundation in human biology, physiology, and molecular mechanisms of disease. Complemented by a minor in Chemistry, offering a robust understanding of chemical principles and laboratory techniques. Skilled in data analysis, scientific research, and laboratory instrumentation, with hands-on experience in cell culture, microbiology, and biochemical assays. Adept at critical thinking and problem-solving, with a passion for advancing healthcare through scientific innovation. Eager to contribute to biomedical research, clinical diagnostics, or pharmaceutical development in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Education
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St. Lawrence University
biomedical sciences/Chemistry
2021 – 2025
Honors and awards
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Delmage Pre-Medical Prize
Established in 1970, the Dr. F. W. Delmage Pre-Medical Prize presented to the senior who is a top pre-med student and who has Been accepted at an accredited medical school.
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dean's list
Students can be placed on the Dean’s List each semester by achieving a semester GPA of 3.6 or higher
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The Norris Prize
Established in 1986 by Evan Norris. It is a monetary award to a senior who meets the requirements the requirements of need and merit, who will be entering medical school next year.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Med icine or Biomedical Scientist, Clinical Research Associate, biotechnology, and biostatistics
- Graduate school interests
University of New england college of Isteopathic Medicine
- Outside the classroom
Listening to podcasts,Taking walks, playing games, and watching movies
Experience
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Senior Year Experience, St. Lawrence University, Biology Department, Canton, NY
Dissected thymus glands from tadpoles, measured their sizes using a microscopes. Calculated their mean sizes using Anova and reported findings to research instructor. Collaborated with three other students to prepare thymus glands slides for immune histochemistry using a cryostat sectioning machine. Analyzed results to add to research knowledge and understanding of the changes of thymus glands during metamorphosis.
Sep 2024 – May 2025
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Research Fellow, St. Lawrence University, Chemistry Department, Canton, NY
Determined molar absorptivity of Methyl orange at pH3 to discover the kinetics of reaction, analyzed results of research daily to determine future research procedures. Performed cyclic voltammetry experiments on Methyl orange, analyzing electron transfer and performed Bulk electrolysis to degrade methyl orange using electrodes. Presented findings during Honors Reception and at New York Six Conference at William and Hobart Smith Colleges
Jun 2023 – Jul 2023
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Teaching Assistant, St. Lawrence University Physics and Chemistry, Canton, NY
Tutored 18+ students weekly on important class concepts, grading homework assignments to alleviate the work of the professor and provide helpful student critique. Guided and mentored students on exam study habits, increasing performance, and providing helpful critique. Communicated needs of students to professors, allowing for reemphasis of certain concepts for increased understanding.
Sep 2022 – May 2023
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Admissions Ambassador, St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY
Represented the school in student panels to answer questions from perspective students and families. Wrote letters to perspective students to provide information about St. Lawrence community and campus life . Advertised St. Lawrence to prospective students by giving individualized, hour-long campus tours. Revised and updated the St. Lawrence fact book to ensure accuracy and lessen confusion for prospective students
Sep 2022 – May 2025
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Residential Assistant, St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY
Organized community-building activities for students to connect by fostering a safe space, improving student wellbeing. Assisted residential closing twice a semester alongside a team of 14 coworkers to ensure the campus is left clean and safe. Coordinated with other clubs on campus to organize student-run, meaningful council events, bringing people together . Spearheaded community meetings to deliver announcements from residential life and address community concerns.
Sep 2022 – May 2025
Volunteering
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I volunteered to turn food that would otherwise be wasted from campus dining halls and local farms into delicious, nutritionally balanced, three-course meals. The program provides leadership and service learning opportunities to students while helping to meet nutritional and social needs of adults, seniors, children and families in the community.
ST LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY
Jan 2022 – May 2025
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
- Spanish Beginner
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