Hello, I’m Sophia
Education
Bachelor’s of Mechanical Engineering
University of Delaware, 2020-2024
Minors in:
—Mathematics
—Integrated Design
—Biomechanical Engineering
Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Experience
Information Decision Science Labs / Undergraduate Researcher
University of Delaware, 2023
Conduct research in the IDS Labs, on localized camera navigation for autonomous cars.
Engineering Education / Undergraduate Researcher
Utah State University, 2022
Performing qualitative research on how engineering college students learn math and engineering; assisting in writing a paper to be submitted to the Journal of Engineering Education.
Miller Group / Undergraduate Researcher
Prince George’s Community College, 2020–2022
Chemistry Lab Researcher, integration of a refractometer into general chemistry curriculum and using a hand-held refractometer to measure the refractive indices of solutions; ternary phase diagrams.
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry / Workshop Leader & Chemistry T.A.
University of Delaware, 2022
Leading discussions and interactive acivities, proctoring and grading exams, and one-on-one tutoring for a general chemistry class.
Liu Group / Intern
University of California Davis, 2018–2019
Intern with a Chemistry Professor, building teaching models and conducting patentable research in biodegradable chewing gum.
Camp Zeke / Activities Counselor
Lakewood, PA, 2021
Worked at a fitness and healthy-living camp, leading archery and horseback riding and supervising children ages 8–17.
Honors and Publications
Publication / Co-Author
Journal of Chemical Education, July 2021
Poster Presentation / Presenter
American Chemical Society, Spring 2021
Poster presentation: Refractive Indices of Ternary Systems Studied Using a Handheld Refractometer: Non-ideal Solutions
Poster Presentation / Presenter
Innovation Showcase, Spring 2023
Poster presentation: Build Your Own Solar Panel Engineering Kit
4 Year Presidential Scholarship / Recipient
University of Delaware, 2020–2024
Dean’s List / Honoree
University of Delaware, Fall 2020, Fall & Spring 2022, Spring 2023
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry / Leadership Award Recipient
University of Delaware, Winter, Fall, & Spring 2022
Department of Mechanical Engineering / First Place Best in Show for Toy Design
University of Delaware, Spring 2021
Cecil County, MD Annual Girls in STEM Event / Speaker
Cecil County, Fall 2022, 2023
Raoul Teilhet Social Justice Scholarship / Recipient
California Federation of Teachers, Fall 2020
Relevant Skills
3D printing
3D Modeling
Fusion 360: Certified in 3D Modeling for Manufacturing
Python programming
Matlab
CAD
SOLIDWORKS
Machine Shop
Wood Shop
Small motor repairs
Drawing/Drafting
Teamwork
Adept listener
Effective Communication
Conversational Spanish
More Skills
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Graphic Design
Microsoft Office
Oral presentation/Acting
Writing & Editing
Sewing & Garment Construction
Archery
Fencing
Animal husbandry
Sophia Waxman
Let’s Connect!
Bachelor’s of Mechanical Engineering
University of Delaware, 2020-2024
Minors in:
—Mathematics
—Integrated Design
—Biomechanical Engineering
Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation