JACOB BLACKMAN

306 White Oak Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28303 (910) 384-7254 jblac139@uncc.edu

OBJECTIVE
Freshman biology major at UNC Charlotte seeking to grow physically, socially, and intellectually stronger over the
next four years.

EDUCATION
University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Bachelors of Science, Biological Sciences, University Honors Program
GPA: 4.0

May 2020
August 2016 - Present

CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Allied Health Club Member:
o Establishing connections with peers interested in pursuing a career in the field of medicine.

2016

Volunteer at Aldersgate Retirement Community:

2016 present
o Participate in interactive activities that bring joy to the residents of the community, alongside members of
the Allied Health Club.
University Honors Program Member:
2016 present
o Actively seeking to become a well-informed scholar-citizen while portraying responsibility and integrity.

COMMUNITY SERVICE EXPERIENCE

Appalachia Service Project (ASP) Team Leader:
2012 present
o Instill hope into the lives of impoverished families during this week-long mission trip each summer.
o Served on five consecutive mission trips, rehabilitating nearly six homes and building relationships with
at least seven families.

Camp Spinoza Junior Counselor:

2013 present
o Serve as a mentor for grieving children through my role as a junior counselor, at this annual bereavement
camp.
o Gained clarity on the importance of showing compassion towards those in need, while further developing
my character.
Marthas Table & Marys Closet Volunteer:
2013 2016
o Served on Saturday mornings at this local clothing closet and soup kitchen sorting clothes, preparing
meals, serving, and interacting with local members of the community experiencing the effects of
homelessness.

AWARDS AND HONORS

Member of UNC Charlottes Crown Scholars Program
Daughters of the American Revolution: American History Award
Awarded first place in CPR/First-Aid District Competition