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Portrait of Rita Gonzalvez

Honor Society® member

Rita Gonzalvez

  • Human Resource Management
  • Class of 2026
  • Silver Spring, MD

Member since August 2025

About

I am a dedicated Human Resource Management student at UMGC and an EPSDT Outreach/Quality Specialist with MedStar Family Choice DC, passionate about improving care and building strong communities. As a single mom to two beautiful children, they are my greatest motivation to achieve my goal of becoming a Human Resource Manager and pursuing a master’s degree to lead with empathy and create lasting positive change.

Education

  • the university of maryland global campus

    human resource management

    2022 – 2026

Goals and interests

Career goal

My intended career path is to become a Human Resource Manager within the healthcare industry, where I can combine my skills in organizational leadership, employee engagement, and compliance to foster a positive workplace culture and support organizational growth. I also plan to further my education by pursuing a master’s degree in Human Resource Management, preparing for future leadership opportunities at the executive level.

Graduate school interests

I plan to pursue a master’s degree in Human Resource Management to deepen my expertise in leadership, organizational development, and employee relations. My goal is to enhance my ability to lead diverse teams, implement effective policies, and drive positive organizational change within the healthcare industry.

Outside the classroom

In my free time, I enjoy traveling, exploring new cultures, and spending quality time with my two children. I also love cooking, reading personal development books, and staying active through walking and outdoor activities.

Experience

  • Outreach & Quality Specialist

    MedStar Family Choice DC

    Oct 2020 – Aug 2026

Languages

  • English (US) Fluent