Honor Society® member
Meredith McDermott
- Central Washington University
- Psychology
- Class of 2018
- Ellensburg, WA
Member since January 2016
About
After working as a medical assistant in a variety of specialty offices I decided to return to school and finish my bachelor's degree. I am currently enrolled as a Psychology major with plans to graduate Spring of 2018. I am applying to graduate schools to hopefully fulfill my dream and become a Physician Assistant
Education
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Central Washington University
Psychology
2015 – 2018
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Pioneer Pacific College
Medical Assisting
2006 – 2007
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Lane Community College
Pre-nursing (attended on and off to refreash prerequisites as needed)
2003 – 2014
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University of Oregon
Biology
2000 – 2003
Honors and awards
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Dean's List
Fall 2015
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Dean's List
Winter 2016
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Dean's List
Spring 2016
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Dean's List
Fall 2016
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Dean's List
Winter 2017
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Graduated with honors
At the commencement of my medical assisting program I was informed that I was graduating with honors
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National Honor's Society
I was asked to join this society after I completed my first term at Central Washington University
Goals and interests
- Career goal
I hope to become a Physician Assistant. During my time working as a medical assistant I was able to observe a wide variety of patient interactions with different providers while scribing the visits. I noticed how a deeper understanding of psychology and human behaviors could be beneficial to encourage a positive environment and improved patient outcomes.
- Graduate school interests
I am applying to graduate schools for Summer 2018, I hope to be accepted into a Physician Assistant program.
- Outside the classroom
I enjoy playing with my two children. I have been sewing since I was 5 and I often enjoy piecing together some type of intricate sewing project. My husband and I are also avid board gamers. At this point in my life I would also consider studying to be a hobby because any time I get a free minute I am likely to be caught reviewing lecture notes, reading a textbook, or planning ahead for any upcoming assignments.
Volunteering
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Support autistic adults in daily activities including the management of their CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) buisness, along with helping to tutor in reading and math
Trellis Center
Jun 2016 – Aug 2016
Languages
- English (US) Fluent
