Riley Sigal

• Have begun to organize and categorize historical data on head injuries in 12-year-old Little League players using Excel.
• Examining injury occurrences and type by distinguishing between practice and game environments.

As Research continues:

• I will contribute to the identification of trends in head injury patterns among youth athletes
• Once organization is complete I will assist with statistical analysis, contributing to future literature publications outlining our findings

• After reading week I am beginning to volunteer at St. Joseph Hospital Parkwood location (mental health patients)

My role is in the recreation department:

• Curate supportive relationships with mental health patients of diverse ages and abilities
• Collaborate in the planning and execution of recreational activities, including organizing games and events tailored to patients' needs and abilities.
• Promote a positive and safe environment to enhance patients' well-being, making their stay less intimidating and more enjoyable.

• Organized, coordinated, and executed all club events, including bar nights, book drives, and clothing drives, fostering community engagement.
• Created and maintained event calendars, ensuring clear communication and scheduling of all club activities.
• Effectively advocated for the club’s cause, securing donated event spaces by communicating its mission to external parties, reducing event costs.
• Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with external vendors and sponsors, ensuring ongoing support for future events.
• Collaborated closely with the VP of Budget, Promotion, and other team members, maintaining open communication channels to ensure seamless event execution.
• Led a team of 3 commissioners, delegating tasks and providing support to ensure the successful execution of all events.
• Fostered open communication and collaboration within the team, conducting regular check-ins to monitor progress and address challenges.
• Executed the club’s most successful bar night fundraiser, raising over $1,300, which was used to purchase toys for underprivileged children.

• Followed orders and instructions efficiently, ensuring tasks were completed within the given timeframes.
• Assisted in organizing bar and karaoke nights, contributing to increased club engagement and participation.
• Fostered communication with external parties, building relationships to support club initiatives and events.
• Actively promoted club membership, effectively communicating the club’s mission to attract new members

• Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
• Developed strong relationships with campers, creating long-lasting bonds that enhanced their camp experience
• Fostered seamless teamwork among co-counselors, to design fun and enriching learning activities, boosting camp morale through a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Led conflict resolution efforts among campers, maintaining a positive atmosphere conducive to personal growth and development.
• Acted as a positive role model, exemplifying the camp's core values and fostering an environment of respect, responsibility, and kindness among campers.

• Worked on an ambulance for two months abroad, delivering essential emergency medical care.
• Underwent rigorous training in first aid and advanced life-saving techniques, ensuring a high level of preparedness for a wide range of medical emergencies.
• Effectively navigated language barriers by employing innovative communication strategies
• Provided essential emotional support to patients during medical emergencies, understanding that reassurance and empathy are vital for alleviating anxiety and fostering a sense of safety in high-stress situations.
• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary international team of medical professionals from diverse religions, backgrounds, and upbringings, fostering an inclusive environment that enhanced the quality of care provided.
• Demonstrated adaptability and quick thinking in dynamic emergency settings, showcasing strong problem-solving skills under pressure.