Sara Sand

EDUCATION

29 Graham Dr.
Athens, Ohio 45701
740-447-8925
ss097012@ohio.edu

Ohio University: Athens, Ohio

Honors Tutorial College
Bachelor of Science in Engineering Physics
Minors and Certificates: Mathematics, Environmental Studies
GPA: 4.0
University of Edinburgh: Edinburgh, Scotland
Undergraduate Study Abroad

Anticipated Date of Graduation: May 2017

May 2014-June 2014

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND RESEARCH

Ohio University Physics Department: Research Apprentice
June 2014-Present
Construct alpha and gamma type stirling engines from rudimentary materials
Test the efficiency of stirling engines based on energy input and speed
Assist Dr. Martin Kordesch in the laboratory
Ohio University Residential Housing: Resident Assistant
August 2014-Present
Respond to urgent or emergency situations within residence hall of 167 students
Organize activities and events for students, in collaboration with five staff members
Mediate disagreements among residents
Process mail and packages to ensure that each was delivered to the proper resident
Ohio University Golf and Tennis Center: Recreational Assistant, Supervisor
August 2013-August 2014
Organize facilities including 8 tennis courts and a nine-hole golf course
Respond to questions and concerns of patrons in person or by phone
Supervise recreational assistants to ensure their timeliness and professionalism
Global Gymnastics Center: Instructor
August 2011-May 2014
Coach gymnasts between the ages of 3 and 12 years of age
Collaborate with other coaches to plan events and design lessons

INVOLVEMENT
Margaret Boyd Scholars Program: Athens, Ohio
December 2013-Present
Student Scholar
Encourage female leadership and academic excellence on campus
Collaborate with the other 19 members of the inaugural class of scholars to plan events
Participate in community service and a seminar on women in various fields
Kanawha Project for Advancing Climate Change Literacy: Athens, Ohio
December 2013-April 2014
Student Scholar
Raise awareness on campus about climate change through events and out reach
Collaborate with faculty and five other undergraduate student scholars
Advised faculty on incorporating environmental issues into their curriculum

HONORS AND AWARDS

Ohio University Gateway Scholarship
Earl Washburn Memorial Scholarship
HTC Scholarship
Study Abroad Office Merit Scholarship
Honors Tutorial College Research and Travel Grant
Harry B. Crewson Scholarship

$5,000 James T. Shipman Scholarship

$1,466
August 2013-Present
$1,250
August 2013 and August 2014
$1,500
August 2014
$1,500
April 2014
$3,000
April 2014

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August 2014