About

Daniel Paul Ashley is a distinguished graduate of California State University, Fresno, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Physical Science, and a Master of Public Administration (MPA) with distinction, maintaining a 4.0 GPA. His academic journey at Fresno State was marked by numerous accolades and leadership roles, reflecting his commitment to both academic excellence and community service.

As an undergraduate, Danny was a member of the prestigious Smittcamp Family Honors College, earning recognition as a President's Scholar and a Top Dog Scholar. He was also inducted into several honor societies, including the Golden Key International Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi, and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. His exceptional contributions to cancer research at Fresno State elevated his membership status in the Tri-Beta Biological Honor Society from regular to honorary.

Daniel Paul Ashley demonstrated strong leadership and a dedication to service through his role as Vice President of Community Service with the Sigma Alpha Lambda fraternity, where he organized events such as the March for Babies to support the March of Dimes. He also served as Vice President of the Fresno State American Medical Student Association, a student-at-large with the student government, and a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. Furthermore, he volunteered as a student health volunteer for the Tzu Chi Mobile Clinic and as an English writing tutor on campus.

During his time at Fresno State, Danny gained significant clinical experience as a Certified Medical Scribe Specialist (CMSS) at UCSF Fresno/Fresno Community Regional Medical Center. In this role, he assisted physicians in the emergency department, gaining extensive knowledge in medical terminology and procedures. His work extended beyond the hospital, as he participated in community health events like the Migrant Education Fair, providing essential health screenings for migrant workers.

Danny's commitment to serving underserved populations is further exemplified by his participation in medical mission trips to Costa Rica and Peru, where he provided valuable health care services. He holds Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Human Subjects Research (HSR) Certification, allowing him to engage in research studies and is also certified as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), giving him the ability to provide critical care in emergency situations.