Shelley Oliveira Barbosa 

Providence, RI 02905 | sobarbosaa@my.uri.edu | ​shelleyob.weebly.com 

C​URRICULUM​ V​ITAE

EDUCATION
University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI May 2021
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
Bachelor of Arts in Biology
GPA 3.25/4.0
Minors: Leadership Studies and Thanatology

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Department of Kinesiology, Kingston, RI
Undergraduate Research Assistant ​January 2019 - May 2019
Effect of Balance Training Using a Kumo Board on Measures of Postural Stability in Young Adults
● Collaborated with five other students and one professional staff member to conduct a human based research study.
● Interviewed potential participants on their eligibility to join the program and surveyed them post-study on the study’s effects
and program.
● Led three 30 minute exercise sessions a week, for four weeks on a training program using the Kumo Board.
● Collected, evaluated, and interpreted data that looked at the effects of a four week balance training program on the Kumo
Board, an inflatable balance board, on balance in young adults.
● Organized and created a research poster during a symposium with two other students.
● Poster Presentation: ​Oliveira Barbosa S​, Fitzsimmons J, Jancura D, Montesi O, Stoukides J, Oakley R, Fournier K,
Delmonico J M. Effect of Balance Training Using a Kumo Board on Measures of Postural Stability in Young Adults. Poster
presented at 3rd Annual Academic Health Collaborative Research Event; 2019 May 1; Kingston, RI

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Rhode Island Free Clinic, Providence, RI
Medical Assistant December 2018 - Present
● Measure patient's height, weight, vitals and perform EKGs and urine analysis when necessary.
● Record patient health information.
● Prepare patients for examination with the provider.
● Translate for medical care professionals when needed.

URI Emergency Medical Services, Kingston, RI

Emergency Medical Services Corpsman January 2018 - Present
● Learn and utilize emergency medical care processes and skills.
● Volunteer and collaborate with other corps members and volunteers to ensure the most effective patient care.

Richmond Elementary School, Richmond, RI November 2019 - December 2019

Reebok BOKS Coach
● Facilitated 45 minute Reebok BOKS before-school movement program twice a week for six weeks.
● Adapted the curriculum lesson plans to fit the ability of the kids while challenging them.
● Managed a group of 34 elementary-aged kids and four volunteers.
● Coached a warm up, activity related to the skill of the week, game, and cool down.
● Taught a BOKS bit of energy tip and have nutritional talk.

Columbia University, New York, NY

Intern-Summer Health Professions Education Program ​ June 2018 - July 2018
● Participated in academic enrichment courses in the basic sciences and quantitative topics.
● Engaged in clinical work, simulation experiences, and seminars.
● Broadened interprofessional education, develop learning and study skills, and expand knowledge on different aspects of
health care.

Lifespan-Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, RI

Central Transporter November 2015 - March 2017
● Transported patients, specimens, and documents throughout Rhode Island Hospital and its connecting buildings.
● Communicated with patients and provided care to them with consideration of which step in the care process they were in.
 

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE & INVOLVEMENT

URI Housing and Residential Life, Kingston, RI
Senior Residential Assistant August 2018 - Present
● Collaborate with the Hall Director to ensure the safety of over 300 students and supervise a staff of 11 students.
● Maintain visibility on a regular basis within the building to be available to students and staff members.
● Monitor administrative responsibilities related to the position and monitor building occupancy percentage.
Residential Assistant August 2017 - Present
● Create a safe, living and learning environment for those on campus.
● Hold those in the resident hall accountable for their actions and act as a mediator in conflicts.
● Conduct educational programs, in an effort to bring the community together.
Engagement Model Chair, Community Leadership Board ​February 2019 - February 2020
● Advocated for student staff of The Housing and Residential Life in weekly meetings with professional staff.
● Implemented the new model throughout the department by teaching returning and new staff members.
● Organized resources for over 150 student staff members.
● Facilitated focus groups to receive feedback on the newly created Engagement Model.

RhodyTHON
Chief of Internal Operations April 2019 - April 2020
● Communicated with the hospital and dance marathon liaisons, along with the chief of external operations and executive
director, regarding their involvement with the program.
● Oversaw event operations lead, morale lead, partnership chair, data tracking chair, on-stage chair, off-stage chair, and their
committees.
● Created and maintained a detailed record of overall budget and event budgets.
● Collaborated with the executive board to plan the eight-hour dance marathon and events throughout the year.
Finance/Partnership Chair September 2018- April 2019
● Established a partnership packet and stewart with partnerships, both corporate and local.
● Maintained a detailed record of budget and proposals.
● Tracked funds entering and exiting our online donor page, DonorDrive.

University of Rhode Island Service Corps

Denver, Colorado Alternative Spring Break Trip Leader July 2019 - March 2020
● Interviewed approximately 150 applicants in group interviews and over 40 through individual interviews.
● Collaborated with three other student leaders to pick a service theme, location, and organize a week of several service events.
● Planned fundraising events and managed a $15,000 trip budget for a group of 20 people.
● Coordinated weekly pre-trip meetings with the goal to educate the team on the trip’s theme and build team development.
● Reflected on the acts of service for different communities and populations throughout Colorado.
● Led conversations regarding the environment, affordable housing, displacement, and diversity, while building a connection
with service in everyday life.

Guatemala Alternative Spring Break Participant March 2019

● Served multiple communities in Guatemala through building the foundations of two houses alongside the Habitat for
Humanity Guatemala branch.
● Engaged in conversation regarding the climate and culture of Guatemala, the political, cultural, and socio-economic issues
that affect their everyday lives.
● Reflected within the group on what we were learning and how to continue to make a change when at home.

Rhode Island Alternative Spring Break Participant March 2018

● Worked with a group of students to serve various diverse communities in Rhode Island by volunteering during our spring
break at homeless shelters, soup kitchens, nursing homes, etc.
● Witnessed social and economic issues in the communities.
● Reflected on the experiences and think critically on the different perspectives of service.

Center for Student Leadership and Development, University of Rhode Island

HDF 190, Peer Educator January 2019 - Present
● Collaborated with five other student leaders and two professional staff members to best serve the first year students.
● Mentored seven students during the spring of their first-year, while motivating and assisting however they may need.
● Reviewed outcomes for outcomes which are later submitted for grading.
● Developed a presentation and video tutorial on how to create the website required for Leadership Studies minors.
 

Harvard University, Boston, MA

Summer School Proctor June 2019 - August 2019
● Planned and facilitated co-curricular activities designed to promote community and sense of belonging for over 15 students.
● Chaperoned events and faculty field-trips around campus and popular off-campus destinations for over 100 students.
● Completed all administrative tasks which include incident reports, duty logs, and program reports.

New Student Programs, University of Rhode Island

URI 101 Mentor August 2017- August 2019
● Assisted over 60 first year students in total through their transition to college, both academically and socially.
● Challenged them to learn more about their personality and the effect it has on their learning.
Teaching Assistant (CSV 302) September 2018 - December 2018
● Designed lesson plans for the course and prepared materials.
● Reinforced lessons presented by the teacher by reviewing material with over 15 students.
● Challenged students to reflect on their skills, provide them with constructive criticism, and supply them with lessons to bring
to their students.
Orientation Leader January 2017- July 2017
● Served as an ambassador to incoming students and their families by facilitating workshops and guiding students through
course scheduling.
● Held information sessions related to URIs academics and climate and culture.

Diversifying Individuals Via Education (DIVE), URI

Speakers and Presenters Committee ​ September 2018 - April 2019
● Communicated with potential speakers to presenters at the conference.
● Organized the agenda for the conference by collaborating with different committees.
● Involved the campus in a two-day conference, to educate others on the different aspects of diversity.

Young Voices, Providence, RI

Support Staff July 2017 - August 2017
● Supported 40 youth in a Workforce Development summer program.
● Collaborated with the staff team to design and implement engaging leadership activities for youth participants from diverse
backgrounds and ability levels.
● Provided administrative support, such as data collection and youth outreach.

Doc Opps
President December 2017 - May 2019
● Communicated with the rest of the executive board and club members to organize meeting location, time, and content
● Guided fellow students on the pre-health track with things such as doctor visits, information sessions on different specialties,
summer internships, and more.
● Assisted with the Facebook page, where members receive the information collected during meetings.

New Wave Self Defense, LLC

Instructor May 2010 - September 2017
● Assisted as a Martial Arts Instructor.
● Member of the Dedicated, Enthusiastic, Loyal, Teacher’s Assistant (DELTA) Team.
● Held the position of Captain of the Demonstration Team.
● Organized and held practices, choreographed demonstration techniques, and communicated with the team about future plans.

SKILLS/CERTIFICATION
Red Cross First-Aid, CPR Certified, HIPPA Certified, Mental Health First-Aid, Green Dot Violence Prevention, Safe Zone
Languages:Trilingual (English, Cape Verdean Creole, and Spanish)
Computer: Microsoft Office Applications, Google and Team Drives