Biography

Madison Hughes, Catholic University '24, is a Biomedical Engineering student from Carmel, New York. She has recently accepted a job as a Clinical Research Coordinator at MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital. 

Briefly describe your new opportunity.

"I will be a Clinical Research Coordinator at MedStar NRH, working primarily in bladder rehabilitation research."

How did your School of Engineering and Catholic University education help you find this career path?

"Through the many networking and internship opportunities at the School of Engineering, I was able to begin interning with MedStar NRH at the beginning of my junior year. Through this experience, my passion for rehabilitation research increased and when it came time to start applying for jobs, I knew I wanted to continue down that path. I am so thankful to the School of Engineering for providing me with the internship opportunity, because from that, I was able to secure a great job."

What activities were you involved in during undergrad?

-Co-President of Society of Women Engineers
-Co-President of Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
-Vice President of Street Team on Program Board
-Honors Program Ambassador
-Cardinal Ambassador (tour guide)
-Orientation Advisor (Team Captain 2023)
-President's Society
-Grand Challenges Scholars Program

What were some highlights of your time at The Catholic University of America?

"The campus community, the supportive professors at the School of Engineering, and the great location for exploring and interning."