Samuel Kelso Email & Phone Number

Irvine, California, United States

- Conducted award-winning original research- Identified and solved complex problems, demonstrating advanced critical thinking skills- Read and analyzed some of the most difficult texts in the Western tradition-Wrote dozens of high-quality, linguistically pristine papers, demonstrating outstanding written communication skills- Organized my time independently; set my own schedule and had to balance research with other responsibilities such as teaching and service- Navigated a workplace that frequently involved discussing highly contentious issues with colleagues

Irvine, California, United States

- Served on the search committee for the DTEI Pedagogical Fellowship - Decided who would receive a competitive $2000 award ($50,000 awarded in total)- Interviewed applicants and provided them with written feedback on their performance- Reviewed and wrote detailed analyses of individuals' application materials- Helped design a preparation guide for applicants who made it to the interview stage

Irvine, California, United States

- Learned complex material quickly and thoroughly enough to explain it clearly to non-experts- Demonstrated effective oral communication in both presentations and one-on-one discussions- Gave critical feedback while preserving or even boosting student motivation- Taught a variety of skills, with a focus on critical thinking and problem solving- Responded to problems with specific students; addressed individualized needs- Collaborated with a team of teaching assistants, often taking a leadership role- Maintained secure educational records in accordance with federal privacy law- Maintained an environment that welcomes and respects diversity- Represented the university with professionalism in person and in writing (email, feedback)

Master'S Degree, Philosophy

Activities and Societies: TH!NK Outreach Program, Pedagogical Liaison

Bachelor'S Degree, Philosophy

- High Distinction (3.97 GPA) - University Honors - Departmental Honors (Thesis: Three Proposals for Natural Class Nominalism).