Rachelle Fairchild

606-***-**** ac8h9i@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky May 2019

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Presidential Scholarship Recipient August 2015

GPA-- 3.60

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Tau Beta Pi- Engineering Honors Society January 2017- Present

Current president, responsibilities includes scheduling events and guest speakers

Served as treasurer with a $4,000 budget

Work events throughout the semester, such as E-Day and Enlighted Minds event

Travel to elementary schools to do STEM events

Honors College Ambassador January 2017- Present

Represent the Honors College at See Blue events to talk to future Wildcats

Meet with families to tour the Honors College

Reach out to students throughout the year to offer support and guidance.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Physics Tutor at The Study August 2017- Present

Instruct students in groups and one-on-one to improve and further their understanding of physics concepts

Lead physics common hour review session

Participate in leadership and personal development seminars

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Newton’s Attic, Lexington, KY December 2016- Present

Teach minority children ages 6-14 about engineering concepts

Prepare lesson plans for class, class size ranging from 10- 20 students

Show students how to use power tools such as a drill press and saw

Travel to elementary schools to do after school projects with students, ranging from 30-40 students

Research Lab Technician, University of Kentucky October 2017 – May 2018

Performed experiments related to colon cancer development

Ability to follow detailed operating procedures and protocols

Demonstrated use of equipment, such as centrifuge and distillation column

Knowledge of lab techniques including electrophoresis, IR spectroscopy, and crystallization

SKILLS

Proficient in MATLAB, ASPEN, and excel

True Lean System Certified December 2016

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