Sydney Lyncook- Resume
Education
University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT Expected Graduation: May 15th, 2020 Bachelor of Science in Health Science/ Pre-Optometry Cumulative GPA: 3.57/4.0, Dean’s List
Honors Program, University of Hartford Fall 2016-May 2020
• Completed 18 credits of honors courses. 6 credits of Honors Writing. 3 credits of Honors Gerontology. 3 credits of Honors Organ and Tissue Donation. 6 credits of Honors Thesis.
Senior Honors Project, University of Hartford June 2019-May 2020
• Titled Roadmap to the Future of Vision and Public Health.
• Interviewed a range of eye care professionals at the Envision Conference West in order to uncover potential routes in order to increase the prevalence of vision on public health agendas.
Medical Experience
Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA SHPEP- Summer Health Professions Education Program June 2017- August 2017
• A highly competitive, six-week intensive program, designed for underserved college students in the health field.
• Participated in clinicals to gain exposure to various aspects of health including optometry, podiatry, nursing and pharmacy. Observed treatments and patient interactions and learned about various technologies within each discipline.
• Attended interprofessional education seminars to learn about chronic illnesses and how they related to each medical discipline.
• Discussed the disparity of quality healthcare in underserved communities.
• Educated on public health issues within each field of health.
Job Shadowing- New England Costco September 2017- January 2019 Dr. Hong O.D.
• Observe patient interaction and learn about how to properly educate patients and their families.
• Gain knowledge of optometric machinery and its purposes for proper diagnosis.
Envision Conference West- Pomona, CA October 2019
• Attended the Conference in partial fulfillment of my Senior Honors Project.
• Interacted with health care professionals that deal with the ocular system.
• Learned about the effects of low vision, adaptability options, and treatment options through presentations and 1:1 conversation.
Work Experience
Harvey and Lewis Opticians March 2020-Present
• Manage the front desk, answer phone calls, and schedule appointments for patients in need of a visit with the Optometrist.
• Understand and work with vision insurance plans and copays.
• Assist the opticians with fitting glasses and contact lenses.
• In certain locations, conduct pre-tests on patients with an Autorefractor and Tonometer.
University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT September 2017- Present Peer Tutoring- Center for Student Success
• Tutor undergraduate students in Anatomy and Physiology, Statistics and Physics.
• Assess students’ abilities and explain concepts in a clear way to enhance their understanding.
Resident Assistant- Office of Residential Life January 2018- Present
• Aid in maintaining the health, safety and comfortability of 50+ freshman residents residing on campus.
• Organized community building and educational programs for residents to part take in so they can feel at home with others in the community.
• Utilized team building and leadership skills with coworkers so the area ran smoothly.
• Honed and refined my attention to detail and ability to report to a superior.
• After a year of experience, promoted to Senior Resident Assistant.
Orientation Leader- Center for Student Success May 2018- August 2019
• Communicated with students, parents, administrators and faculty during freshman Orientation.
• Worked with a 56-member staff.
• Offered assistance and guidance for incoming freshman.
Customer Service Representative- Center for Student Success September 2018-Present
• Provide assistance and resources for students and parents of the University.
• Answer questions and connected a variety of people to the right resource.
• Schedule tutoring appointments for students.
• Schedule meetings with the Center for Student Success’ coordinators to offer them one on one assistance.
Events Intern- Women’s Advancement Initiative September 2018- May 2019
• Plan, organize and execute events for the LEAD program.
• Work with a team of five other undergraduate women and the Director of LEAD to plan leadership activities for all involved.
Professional Development
LEAD- Women's Advancement Initiative August 2016- Present
• A leadership and career development program for undergraduate women at the University of Hartford; selected to be one of 30 participants in the class of 2020.
• Engage in activities to enhance skills in public speaking, time management and leadership.
• Exercise efficient communication skills to promote team and character building.
Volunteer Experience
Give Kids the World- Non- Profit Organization January 2018, 2019, 2020
• Give Kids the World allow children who are terminally ill and their families to have a week- long vacation free of cost.
• Aided in operating rides, distributing food, driving shuttles around the resort.
• Allowed children to forget about their stresses back home and provide them with memories they can cherish.
Education
University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT Expected Graduation: May 15th, 2020 Bachelor of Science in Health Science/ Pre-Optometry Cumulative GPA: 3.57/4.0, Dean’s List
Honors Program, University of Hartford Fall 2016-May 2020
• Completed 18 credits of honors courses. 6 credits of Honors Writing. 3 credits of Honors Gerontology. 3 credits of Honors Organ and Tissue Donation. 6 credits of Honors Thesis.
Senior Honors Project, University of Hartford June 2019-May 2020
• Titled Roadmap to the Future of Vision and Public Health.
• Interviewed a range of eye care professionals at the Envision Conference West in order to uncover potential routes in order to increase the prevalence of vision on public health agendas.
Medical Experience
Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA SHPEP- Summer Health Professions Education Program June 2017- August 2017
• A highly competitive, six-week intensive program, designed for underserved college students in the health field.
• Participated in clinicals to gain exposure to various aspects of health including optometry, podiatry, nursing and pharmacy. Observed treatments and patient interactions and learned about various technologies within each discipline.
• Attended interprofessional education seminars to learn about chronic illnesses and how they related to each medical discipline.
• Discussed the disparity of quality healthcare in underserved communities.
• Educated on public health issues within each field of health.
Job Shadowing- New England Costco September 2017- January 2019 Dr. Hong O.D.
• Observe patient interaction and learn about how to properly educate patients and their families.
• Gain knowledge of optometric machinery and its purposes for proper diagnosis.
Envision Conference West- Pomona, CA October 2019
• Attended the Conference in partial fulfillment of my Senior Honors Project.
• Interacted with health care professionals that deal with the ocular system.
• Learned about the effects of low vision, adaptability options, and treatment options through presentations and 1:1 conversation.
Work Experience
Harvey and Lewis Opticians March 2020-Present
• Manage the front desk, answer phone calls, and schedule appointments for patients in need of a visit with the Optometrist.
• Understand and work with vision insurance plans and copays.
• Assist the opticians with fitting glasses and contact lenses.
• In certain locations, conduct pre-tests on patients with an Autorefractor and Tonometer.
University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT September 2017- Present Peer Tutoring- Center for Student Success
• Tutor undergraduate students in Anatomy and Physiology, Statistics and Physics.
• Assess students’ abilities and explain concepts in a clear way to enhance their understanding.
Resident Assistant- Office of Residential Life January 2018- Present
• Aid in maintaining the health, safety and comfortability of 50+ freshman residents residing on campus.
• Organized community building and educational programs for residents to part take in so they can feel at home with others in the community.
• Utilized team building and leadership skills with coworkers so the area ran smoothly.
• Honed and refined my attention to detail and ability to report to a superior.
• After a year of experience, promoted to Senior Resident Assistant.
Orientation Leader- Center for Student Success May 2018- August 2019
• Communicated with students, parents, administrators and faculty during freshman Orientation.
• Worked with a 56-member staff.
• Offered assistance and guidance for incoming freshman.
Customer Service Representative- Center for Student Success September 2018-Present
• Provide assistance and resources for students and parents of the University.
• Answer questions and connected a variety of people to the right resource.
• Schedule tutoring appointments for students.
• Schedule meetings with the Center for Student Success’ coordinators to offer them one on one assistance.
Events Intern- Women’s Advancement Initiative September 2018- May 2019
• Plan, organize and execute events for the LEAD program.
• Work with a team of five other undergraduate women and the Director of LEAD to plan leadership activities for all involved.
Professional Development
LEAD- Women's Advancement Initiative August 2016- Present
• A leadership and career development program for undergraduate women at the University of Hartford; selected to be one of 30 participants in the class of 2020.
• Engage in activities to enhance skills in public speaking, time management and leadership.
• Exercise efficient communication skills to promote team and character building.
Volunteer Experience
Give Kids the World- Non- Profit Organization January 2018, 2019, 2020
• Give Kids the World allow children who are terminally ill and their families to have a week- long vacation free of cost.
• Aided in operating rides, distributing food, driving shuttles around the resort.
• Allowed children to forget about their stresses back home and provide them with memories they can cherish.