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Location:
Southlake, TX, 76092
Posted:
August 08, 2010

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Resume:

Derek Donaldson

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Southlake, TX. 76092

970-***-****

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Objective: To obtain an Actuary position allowing me to apply my

knowledge of mathematics and statistics.

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Education: Bachelor of Science, Mathematics (Graduation Date, December

2009)

Colorado State University, Fort Collins

Major: Mathematics

Concentration: Applied Mathematics

Major GPA: 3.11

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Course Work:

Mathematics

Statistics

Calculus I, II, III

Business Statistics

Advanced Calculus I, II

Statistics for Scientist and Engineers

Linear Algebra

Probability and Mathematical Statistics I, II

Differential Equations

Multiple Regression Analysis

Combinatorial Theory

Sampling Techniques

Abstract Algebra

Design of Experiments

Number Theory

Data Analysis Tools

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Relevant Actuarial Exams:

Work/Skills: Passed Exam 1/P in August of 2010

Possess a strong interest in taking all exams

Computer Languages:

Familiarity with programming in C

Introduction to Java

Software:

Matlab, Maple, LaTeX, and R

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)

Operating Systems: Windows, Unix/Linux

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Group Projects:

Working in groups is a crucial part of success. One needs to

be able to communicate with others to express and develop

ideas. Three of the larger projects I have been involved

with during my pursuit of a mathematics degree include:

Simulation Project: This project involved analyzing data from

gas stations to simulate and obtain an optimal fuel cost and

storage

Netflix Project: This project involved analyzing data from

Netflix users to design a process that produced better movie

recommendations

Game Theory Project: This project touched on strategies

behind game theory

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Work The Home Depot, Fort Collins, CO./Southlake, TX. 2009-Prese

Experience: Work as a sales associate on the floor as well as nt

a cashier

Working at The Home Depot has given me an

opportunity to interact with customers as well as

various levels of management to meet certain goals

2006-2008

Longs Peak Landscape, Fort Collins, CO.

Lead a small group of 2-3 to achieve work goals

consistent of typical landscape duties.

I learned what it meant to "work smart":

Don't dive into a problem without thinking about

it from every angle

Organization is key to a timely and profitable

project

Use all available resources: people and tools

Responsibilities also included operation of

expensive machinery

Cold Stone Creamery, Parker, CO. 2000-2004

Held position of "Crew Leader" when I left to

attend college

As crew leader, I was in charge of 2-5 other

people to ensure that staff was creating a

friendly yet professional atmosphere

Responsible for counting the drawer during my

shift to ensure all money was accounted for

Took necessary inventory and restocked when needed

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References: Available upon request



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