Grace Kirk Email & Phone Number

Longmont, Co, Us

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

- Create a safe and supportive learning environment, actively engaging with students to enhance their understanding of complex concepts and boost overall learning outcomes.- Collaborate with faculty to develop and implement fair evaluation criteria, demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills to align educational goals.- Provide constructive feedback to students, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which helps them identify areas for improvement and build confidence in their abilities.- Facilitate one-on-one and group tutoring sessions, tailoring support to individual learning needs and enhancing students' academic resilience and motivation.- Leveraging strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively connect with students, faculty, and staff, promoting a collaborative educational atmosphere.- Adapt teaching methods and strategies based on student feedback and learning styles, showcasing flexibility and a commitment to continuous improvement in educational practices.

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

- Conceptualized and implemented innovative event ideas to engage and connect with a diverse audience, fostering a sense of belonging and cultural pride- Create lasting connections with other Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) and Southwest Asian North African (SWANA) students and community members - Collaborated cross-functionally with APACC staff, student organizations, and campus partners to ensure the success and inclusivity of events, aligning with the center's mission and values

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

- Facilitate conversations surrounding wicked problems on CSU’s campus with the intent to guide students to find a research project that everyone is passionate about - Assist with prep and implementation of sessions and gather feedback for future iterations of the program

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

- Designed and built a 1.6 kg balloon payload, successfully launching it 31.2 km into the atmosphere to collect data on how solar radiation impacts the viscosity and pH of pig blood, resulting in a positive learning experience overall- Collaborated with NASA mentors and fellow interns to refine experimental methodologies, troubleshoot technical challenges, and optimize payload performance, achieving a successful mission outcome and data collection- Led hands-on involvement in all phases of design, testing, and data analysis, gaining comprehensive technical experience throughout the project's lifecycle- Co-authored a 48-page research paper documenting the experiment, methodology, and findings, demonstrating strong research and writing skills- Presented research findings at the NASA Space Grant Consortium CO Undergraduate Research Symposium in April 2024, communicating key insights and contributing to the scientific community

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

- Hypothesized, executed, and analyzed an experiment surrounding a wicked problem on CSU’s campus with the intent to create radical, lasting solutions for students - Composed an anonymous survey and experiment among undergraduate students on campus that gathered qualitative and quantitative data about the effects of racism-related stress- Presented findings and solutions to mitigating racism-related stress at multiple symposiums and conferences throughout every step of project

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

- Acquired comprehensive knowledge of biosafety lab level 1 and 2 protocols through hands-on training and instruction.- Demonstrated proficiency in pipetting techniques, ensuring accuracy and precision in laboratory experiments and procedures.- Conducted experiments relating to bacteria growth, Gel Electrophoresis, and DNA Extraction for the purposes of research and data collection- Engaged in peer-to-peer mentoring in laboratory techniques and procedures, fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment.- Developed foundational research and laboratory skills, including data analysis, experimental design, and documentation.

Bachelor'S Degree, Biomedical And Mechanical Engineering, Fifth Year

Activities and Societies: Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE) Colorado State University Honors Program Dean’s List

High School Diploma