Joseph Fratello
2711 Wisconsin Ave NW, 20007
(551) 574-3511 | jf9359a@student.american.edu
Leonia High School Leonia, NJ
Graduated with Honors, 3.7 GPA June, 2015
EDUCATION:
American University, Washington Mentorship Program Washington, DC
Biology / College of Arts and Sciences (Currently Pursuing) 2015- May, 2019
Experience
Research: Hyperglycemia in Zebrafish American University
Researcher 2016-2019
- Approached to work under Dr. Victoria Connaughton in her lab
- Create solutions, feed fish, and transfer fish from solution to solution
- Independent research on how hyperglycemia affects eyesight and behavior in zebrafish
Hackensack River Keepers: Overpeck Kayak Center Teaneck, NJ
Assistant Manager Summer 2015
- Taught the general public kayak and canoe safety protocol
- Lead guided nature tours down the hackensack river, educating public on various plant and animal species
- Dealt with customers daily and fixed minor problems around center such as kayak and canoe repair
- Handled financial transactions, payment of workers, and collection of funds
City Wildlife Washington, DC
Intern Fall Semester, 2015
- Practice husbandry and handling of wild animals
- Aided veterinarias in administration of antibiotics and food
- Released injured animals back into their natural habitats
Englewood Hospital Englewood, NJ
Internship Program: Shadowing a Doctor September 2014- June 2015
- Shadowed Dr.DeGregorio, a Cardiologist, in the cardiac catheterization lab and invasive cardiology lab
- Observed surgical procedures and learned about the human body
- Learned the importance of a strong relationship between the mentor and mentee
- Demonstrated diligence and dedication by staying past required hours to gain total knowledge of the procedures
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Delta Tau Delta- Theta Epsilon Chapter American University
Brother October 2016-Present
- Chosen as one of 11 out of a group of 45
- Public Relations and Technology Chair
ACHIEVEMENTS
National Honor Society Member May 2014