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Autumn 2025 Featured Alum Jadyn de Jesus
My advice would be to get involved on campus during the first quarter.
Jadyn de Jesus graduated from UW Bothell in Spring 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Health Studies and minors in Global Health and Health Education & Promotion.
Tell us more about what you’re doing currently.
I work as an Ophthalmic Technician for Northwest Eye Surgeons, a practice that specializes in medical and surgical eye care. My role mainly consists of direct patient care, ophthalmic diagnostic testing, and EMR data entry. This job allows me to demonstrate my competence in medical terminology, ocular diseases, and ophthalmic equipment. In terms of education, I am a full-time student of the University of Washington Seattle Master’s in Health Informatics & Health Information Management (MHIHIM) Program. Post-graduation, I hope to continue working, perhaps find volunteer opportunities, and pursue further certifications to advance my knowledge in the medical field.
What resources did you find most helpful when it came to career or graduate/professional school exploring, preparing, and applying?
I recommend seeking ideas from the professional staff and faculty on campus. The mentors, advisors, and managers I met on campus have provided valuable insights and discussion opportunities to help me explore my career options. I encourage taking advantage of any resource that is available to you without cost, e.g., drop-in office hours, resume reviews, and mock interviews. Career Services at UWB supports their students no matter where they are in the process of debating, preparing, or applying. Another resource I commonly used was Handshake. Registering for events via Handshake is useful to keep track of job fairs, informational sessions, and virtual panels. Post-graduation, make sure to stay updated and connected on LinkedIn as well!
What was your favorite thing about being a UW Bothell Husky?
One of my favorite things about the UWB campus is how it brings students together with engaging events and activities. You are bound to find an event or activity that promotes community by taking a lap around the campus grounds, especially during the Spring quarter. Through attending such events, I was able to develop longstanding friendships and professional networks that remain connected with me even after graduation. Additionally, attending such events will allow you to potentially connect with alumni and local businesses that may interest you.
If you could go back to your first day at UWB, what advice would you give yourself?
My advice would be to get involved on campus during the first quarter. Aside from being a student, I believe that getting a part-time job or engaging in extracurricular activities is essential to making new friends and developing new skills. Over time, I discovered my strengths and built confidence to expand my social circle. I spent most of my first quarter at UWB focusing on homework and lacked a sense of belonging until I sought out entry-level leadership positions. Instead of solely going to campus for classes, I looked forward to study groups with my peers or event planning for a club. My only regret is not being an involved student on campus sooner!
Thank you, Jadyn!
Your advice to future UWB Huskies is so timely – whether you’re coming back to campus or a new member of the Husky Family, remember Jadyn’s words of wisdom. Don’t wait, and don’t come to campus solely for classes. Spend time with your pack and utilize the resources available to you. In short, make the most of your time at UWB!
Past Featured Alumni
- February 2022 – Casey Cummins – Spring 2020 BA in Health Studies with minors in Biology and Chemistry
- March 2022 – Sebastien Khoutxaysana – Spring 2020 BA in Health Studies with a minor in Health Education & Promotion
- April 2022 – Van Nguyen – Spring 2020 BS in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Neuroscience
- May 2022 – Yasmin Guzman – Spring 2020 BA in Health Studies with a minor in Health Education & Promotion
- June 2022 – John Masembe – Spring 2020 BA in Health Studies
- July 2022 – Raday Gonzalez – Spring 2020 BA in Health Studies
- August 2022 – Andrew Marimon-Cabamalan – Spring 2009 BA in Business Administration with concentrations in marketing and management
- September 2022 – LaShanta Sealy Mahanti – Winter 2020 BA in Health Studies with a minor in Health Education & Promotion
- October 2022 – Atif Bhatti – Autumn 2018 BS in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Neuroscience
- November 2022 – Monserrat Morales Miranda – Spring 2020 BA in Health Studies with minors in Global Health and Health Education & Promotion
- December 2022 – Kiana Imani – Spring 2020 BS in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Neuroscience
- Winter 2023 – Keita Shimizu – Spring 2021 BA in Health Studies with minors in Global Health & Policy Studies
- Spring 2023 – Lilia Matevosyan – Winter 2023 BA in Health Studies with a minor in Neuroscience
- Summer 2023 – Andrew Collins – Spring 2018 BS in Biochemistry
- Autumn 2023 – Toluwani Oluwa-Tofehinti – Spring 2020 BS in Biology
- Winter 2024 – Ngoc-Vy Mai – Winter 2022 BA in Health Studies and Science, Technology, & Society with minors in Global Health and Health Education & Promotion
- Spring 2024 – Ali Mirzazadeh – Spring 2023 BS in Biology and MS in Biotechnology from Johns Hopkins University.
- Summer 2024 – Emerald Chuesh – UW Husky 100 Awardee for 2024
- Autumn 2024 – Vivian Lam – UW Husky 100 Awardee for 2024
- Winter 2025 – Amelia Alam – Summer 2023 BS in Biochemistry with minors in Biology and Neuroscience
- Spring 2025 – Arnav Gambhir – Spring 2023 BS in Biology and a minor in Neuroscience
- Summer 2025 – Tiffany Nguyen – Spring 2022 BA in Health Studies