Katie Stoehr

20385 SW Inglis Drive, Beaverton, OR 97007

503-332-7603 s Ktstoehr22@gmail.com
ACADEMICS
Southridge High School, class of 2017
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Candidate
GPA: 4.0 unweighted, 4.405 weighted

SAT: 1600 (perfect); PSAT: 1520 (perfect)

National Merit Semifinalist
Class rank: 1 of 400

ACTIVITIES
Research Intern for Parkinsons Disease 300+ hours (Summer 12th)
Investigated the role of the external globus pallidus in a progressive MPTP mouse model of Parkinsons
Disease at the Portland VA Medical Center
Conducted the entirety of the experiment, including immunohistochemistry, electron microscopy,
behavioral tests, and data analysis
Presented findings to the community at the Apprenticeships for Science and Engineering Symposium
Young Entrepreneurs Academy (11th)
Launched a photo editing startup called Reimagine Photo Imagery
Conceptualized a new approach to photo imagery based on local, personalized service
Analyzed market trends, developed a business plan, and presented to a panel of investors
Science Ambassadors 125 hours
Student Director (12th): Led group of 20 high school mentors; Designed and implemented curriculum
and activities to excite students about biomedical concepts
Mentor (11th): Taught fifth-grade students at the Oregon National Primate Research Center
National Honor Society
President (12th): Organized and led club meetings and service events; coordinated club officers
Officer (11th): Initiated and oversaw monthly service events benefitting the Cat Adoption Team
Speech and Debate (9th-10th)
Competed in Public Forum Debate, Impromptu Speaking, and Radio Commentary
Model United Nations
Represented Lebanon in Global Security (10th) and Mexico in Global Economics (11th)
Conducted detailed research, prepared position papers, and advocated national policy
Soccer Referee (10th-11th)
Worked as a paid referee for the age bracket 11-17
Spanish Book Club (10th)
Formed and led a summer book club with classmates in order to develop Spanish literacy
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Cat Adoption Team 80 hours (10th-12th)
Provided care for cats in the shelter hospital on a weekly basis
Promoted cats by posting photographs and biographies on the shelter webpage
Beaverton City Library 75 hours (9th-11th)
Handled books placed on hold by library patrons; repaired damaged books to be given to local children
Key Club 15 hours (9th-11th)
Volunteered with many community events, including half marathons and the Oregon Food Bank
ATHLETICS
Soccer
Southridge Varsity, Center Midfield (11th-12th)
Southridge Junior Varsity, Captain, Center Midfield and Wing (10th), member (9th)
Premier and Division I year-round club soccer teams, Midfield and Outside Defender (4th-11th)
Running
Member of Varsity Track and Field, competing in 400, 800, and 1500-meter races (10th)
Portland to Coast high school challenge relay (11th), Half Marathon (10th), Sprint Triathlon (10th)