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Portrait of Mary Casis

Honor Society® member

Mary Casis

Busser at Fogo de Chau

  • Napa Valley College
  • Biochemistry/Premed
  • Class of 2017
  • American Canyon, California

Member since March 2016

About

Ever since I opened my first medical book when I was four, I knew I wanted to become a doctor. Growing up with parents who were highly dedicated to the medical field, I was enthralled with science, especially the human body. Along with that, I knew that doctors did great and amazing acts around the world, and I only dreamed of becoming one of them. Now, I am on the path of well becoming one. Throughout my high school, I focused on getting stellar grades and attending as many medical conferences as I could to see if I truly had a passion for medicine, and I found that I did. I then entered college. As I had a passion of the sciences like my mother, I chose Biochemistry as my major. I am currently working on my second year as a college student, working on getting my bachelor's degree and aiming to enter medical school. From medical school, I would like to join the Air Force so I could travel, and, most importantly, use my knowledge and abilities to serve my country and many around the world.

Education

  • Napa Valley College

    Biochemistry/Premed

    2014 – 2017

  • St. Thomas Becket Academy

    General Education

    2003 – 2014

Honors and awards

  • High School Valedictorian

    Graduated top of the class

  • Presidential Award

    Awarded for excellence in school performance

  • Piano Pedagogy Achievement Award

    Award for completion of piano pedagogy program at University of Oregon School of Music

  • NSLC Certificate of Achievement

    Completed two week premed program at University of California Berkeley

  • National Society of High School Scholars Membership Award

    Awarded membership to NSHSS for excellent school performance

  • Lane County Debate Contest Third Place Award

    Awarded third place for debate speech on the subject of abortion

  • Selection for the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Award of Excellence

    For outstanding grades, leadership potential and determination to serve humanity in the field of medicine.

Goals and interests

Career goal

I plan on become a doctor specializing in cardiology. I want to join the Air Force to serve my country and travel the world helping those in underprivileged countries.

Graduate school interests

I am aiming to enter medical school.

Outside the classroom

I have a deep interest in the arts: I love reading all genres of books, especially having a weak spot for classical literature. Favorite book at the moment is Les Miserables by Victor Hugo. I enjoy playing the piano and have studied music ever since I was a child, Clementi being my favorite composer. For outdoor activities, I longboard and play volleyball and soccer. I also have a dedication to health, as I love cooking fresh, organic dishes and going to the gym. Weightlifting is slowly becoming a passion.

Experience

  • Busser

    Fogo de Chau

    Oct 2015 – Mar 2016

  • Hostess

    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

    Oct 2014 – May 2015

Volunteering

  • Waitress

    Knights of Columbus

    Sep 2013 – Jun 2014

  • Front Desk Hospitality

    Sacred Heart Medical Center

    Oct 2012 – Jun 2014

  • Volunteer

    Fern Ridge Library

    Sep 2009 – Jun 2013

Languages

  • lingua latina Intermediate
  • French (France) Beginner
  • Filipino Intermediate

Additional information