Jacolby Gardner Email & Phone Number

Mesa, Arizona, United States

Newport, Kentucky

Served as apprentice to Dr. KC RussellManaged a team of five part-time student researchers Analyzed multiple reaction schemes to formulate an enhanced process to independently synthesize target compoundsUtilized spectroscopy & chromatography methods for efficient product purification and characterizationFormulated a novel synthesis technique to discover a new molecule

• Developed and provided essential resources to strengthen students’ knowledge and understanding of course material, cultivating an increase of active learning, independence, and motivation. • Proven track record of students’ outperforming their previous test scores after receiving my tutoring services

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Supported students in planning their transition from high school to college by prioritizing their goals and developing key recommendations to shape and guide their path to success • Hosted workshops and provided tutoring that empowered students to achieve their personal and educational goals• Recommended scholarships and study abroad opportunities• Founded the Embedded Mentor Program in the Chemistry 140 and First Year Experience classes by exceeding previous years’ expectations of student tutoring sessions. The data analyzed during my tenure as mentor revealed a noteworthy increase in students’ progress and productivity throughout the semester, establishing me as an invaluable contributor to the program and first chemistry mentor to become embedded in a class

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Facilitated the set-up of signage and posters and managed the information desk during orientations. • Exhibited hospitality to students and parents as they approached the college. • Led campus tours to groups of 30 incoming freshman and oversaw lunch service following orientation.

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Collaborated in the Montana Space Grant in consortium with NASA• Administered educational seminars on ballooning at local elementary and middle schools• Contracted to analyze wind data to calculate balloon flight predictions and recommendations to the Federal Aviation Administration• Coordinated and led a successful balloon launch during the 2017 solar eclipse, including calculating trajectories for five, high-altitude weather balloons, resulting in a 99% accuracy of flight paths and a livestream video that could be viewed from space with precision

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Lexington, Kentucky Area

Co-founded Lexington's first travel lacrosse team.

Associate Of Science - As

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Chemical Engineering