National Honor Society, Environmental Science Club, Varsity Cross-Country (3 years)
RESEARCH
Volunteer Researcher
Carpick Laboratory
Summer 2011
EXPERIENCE
Assisted in confidential research project under Dr. Robert Carpick to investigate the use of novel ultrathin films in a specific commercial application
Lab Assistant
Laboratory for Research in the Structure of Matter
Spring 2011
Prepared images using the Atomic Force Microscope and Scanning Electron Microscope
Trained students on the appropriate use and set-up of highly technical equipment
Chemistry II Laboratory
Spring 2011
Collaborated in varied teams of three students to solve challenges to the equilibrium of gas and aqueous systems; participated in the writing of in-depth laboratory reports in a concentrated period of time
Conceived and constructed a rudimentary fuel cell as a final project
SKILLS
Laboratory:Atomic Force Microscope, Scanning Electron Microscope, understanding and experienced in cleanroom protocols for working on the fabrication of nanomaterials
Computer:Microsoft Office Suite, Maple, MATLAB
EMPLOYMENT
North Newton School District
Newton, DE
Tutor
2008-2010
Provided individual and small group instruction to middle- and high-school students in a district-sponsored after-school program with a focus on the natural sciences and mathematics
Camp Arrowhead
Rehoboth Bay, DE
Assistant Camp Manager, Camp Counselor
Summer 2008-2010
Supervised camp staff and activities in the absence of Camp Director (2010)
Managed three counselors overseeing two 6-person cabins; led the Archery and Rocketry groups within the Activities Team, including planning excursions and experiments (2009 and 2010)
Counseled and supervised twelve residential camp participants ages 10-14 across a six-week period (2008)
