Miranda Husband-Wood

Motivated undergraduate at the College of William and Mary studying a dual focus in Human Physiology and Data Science. Involvement is influenced by interests in health, exercise, nutrition, and space. Hopes to pursue future career paths exploring the intersection of data and space medicine with human wellness and performance.

• Symphony Orchestra (WMSO), William and Mary, Sept 2023- present, Devote 6 rehearsal hours per week (10/11 hrs during performance weeks) to participate as a violist and bring my musical talent to support the symphony orchestra and spread the beauty of orchestral compositions.
• Nu Kappa Epsilon (NKE) Music Sorority, William and Mary, Jan 2023-Jan 2025, Devote around 2-3 hours per week to attend chapter meetings, assist with recruitment events, support prospective members, and encourage members through clue weeks; Dedicate time to celebrating music and art performance around campus.
• DEI Committee Member, Nu Kappa Epsilon (NKE), Music Sorority, William and Mary, Sept 2024-Jan 2025, Assist in fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our NKE organization; Researched various topics of importance to promote inclusivity as a society; Meet weekly during chapter meetings to share presentations made to show support and respect for all affiliated members.
• Public Health Club, William and Mary, Sept 2023-present, Devote around 1-2 hours depending on the week to create and display posters around campus bringing awareness to public health advocacy.
• Colleges Against Cancer, William and Mary, Sept 2024-present, Devote a couple hours a month to creating and running fundraisers to support relay for life and cancer research around campus and the Williamsburg community.
• Club Golf, William and Mary, Sept 2023-Jan 2024, Devote a couple hours a month to assisting the executive board with planning activities, finding new ways to promote the club around campus.
• HOSA - Future Health Professionals, William and Mary, Sept 2023-present, Dedicate a couple hours per month to serve as a supportive member of those interested in pursuing a health career in the medical field by promoting various volunteer and service opportunities to fellow students.
• LPGA Golf Leadership Academy Participant (invited/chosen), July 2021, Improve confidence, communication, decision making, and leadership skills within a diverse and select group of young women and golfers.
• George Washington Biomedical Summer Immersion Program Student (selected), July 2022, Allows high school students with limited laboratory experience to gain theory and skills performing hands-on biomedical laboratory techniques. Introduces how one researches and studies medicine in a real lab environment.
• Senior MVP; Issued by Varsity Golf Team Coach on May 2023, Recognized as only the 2nd female in 26 years to receive the MVP award for my leadership and encouragement as team captain of the varsity golf team. Qualified and represented my school at states my junior and senior year.
• Eastern Amateur Golf Scholarship Award Recipient; Issued by VSGA; Recognized for my involvement and rankings within the Eastern shore Golf tournament.
• VSGA-VIP Scholarship Award Recipient; Issued by Youth VSGA; Recognized for my academic achievement and consistent involvement within actively volunteering and physically participating in VSGA golf tournaments.
• International Club Senior Scholarship Recipient, Issued by Hickory High School on May 2023; Recognized for my involvement as president for 2 years and actions towards promoting study abroad opportunities and international travel interest.
• Virginia Tech Pamplin Leadership Award nominee, Issued by Hickory High School; Recognizes only one senior to be nominated for academic excellence and performance.
• Academic Athlete & Sportsmanship Award, Issued by Varsity Golf Coach on May 2023; Recognized for my hard work, dedication, uplifting spirit, and as a team player for my varsity golf team.
• Smith College Book Award, Issued by Hickory High School; Recognizes only one female junior who shows academic excellence, leadership qualities, and commitment to community service.
• Presidents Award Recipient, Issued by Hickory High School; Recognized for academic excellence and involvement in extracurriculars.

• Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification
• First Aid
• O2
• AED
• CPR

• STEM Night Volunteer, Bruton High School, Williamsburg, VA, April 2024, Conducted basic science experiments with hopes of broadening the minds of young elementary school kids; Facilitated the unique aspects of science to families aiming to spark more interest in stem fields.
• VSGA & U.S. Kids Golf Volunteer, Virginia, 2019 - present (varying times throughout the year), Volunteered around 5 hours on selective Sundays to assist with the preparation and registration process of local and regional U.S. Kids and VSGA (Virginia State Golf Association) golf tournaments through the administration of Michelle Holmes School of Golf; Managed pace of play and check-in routines for local and regional 18-hole tournaments; Guided young golfers through the tournament process, rules and regulations.
• Wellness Center Volunteer, Meditation Labyrinth, William and Mary, April 2024, Renovated the William and Mary meditation labyrinth within the Wellness Center with the goal of encouraging proper nature care with fellow students.
• WHRO Student Advisory Board, Norfolk, VA, Fall 2021 - Spring 2023, Focused on making improvements to online learning techniques and experiences for students within 21 school divisions in the Hampton Roads area.

• Tour Director, Executive Board, William and Mary Symphony Orchestra, Sept 2024-present, Elected as a member to the executive board by peers to serve as the coordinator of our travel performances that allow us to spread our musical talent abroad; Collaborate with 8 other executive members and our conductor to promote WMSO across campus and the community; Participate in weekly meetings to discuss plans of actions and to record progress and updates on how to bring awareness to our organization as an established and respected musical group.
• DEI Committee member, NKE (Nu Kappa Epsilon) Music Sorority, William and Mary, Sept 2024-Jan 2025, Assist in fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our NKE organization; Researched various topics of importance to promote inclusivity as a society; Meet weekly during chapter meetings to share presentations made to show support and respect for all affiliated members.