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While attending Clemson University, I worked as a laboratory manager assistant (LA), a teaching assistant (TA) as well as a research assistant (RA).  As a LA, my responsibility was to manage the hazardous chemicals, collect laboratory waste, supervise the chemical hygiene plan, verify and maintain the instruments, and organized the inventory of all chemicals, apparatus, and equipment.

As a TA, I was in charge of General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry labs.  My responsibility was to explain and simplify each weeks’ experiments to the students in a way that is easier for them to understand and teach different chemistry techniques such as organic synthesis, ingredients analysis for unknown samples, and product analysis by using GC, thin-layer chromatography, NMR, and FTIR.  As a TA, I was able to improve my public speaking skills as well as my sense of awareness to my surroundings; these skills will be helpful for this position.  

As an RA, I work on three research projects while at Clemson University.  The goals of my first project were to synthesize polyoxometalate compounds with biochemical relavance. I successfully synthesized a series of compounds such as [V10O28][C(NH2)3]6•6H2O and [PMo12O40][C(NH2)3]3 and then performed their magnetic, electrochemical, and biochemical property testing. My second project was focused on the synthesis of polyoxometalate-modified graphene oxide hybrid catalysts that will be used in battery and electrochemical supercapacitor fields. My third project involved the translation and connection between the diagrammatic and linguistic representations for the mechanism of chemical reactions, which highly required critical thinking and argumentation skill.

My experience at Clemson University has been overwhelmingly positive, marked by a vibrant campus life and an exceptional academic environment. The university boasts a strong sense of community among students, faculty, and staff, fostering a supportive and collaborative atmosphere that encourages personal and professional growth.

Academically, Clemson is renowned for its rigorous programs and a wide array of research opportunities that challenge students to excel and innovate. The faculty are not only leaders in their respective fields but are also genuinely committed to the success of their students, offering guidance and mentorship that extend far beyond the classroom.

The campus itself is a blend of historic charm and modern facilities, providing an ideal setting for study and recreation. State-of-the-art laboratories, libraries, and learning centers are complemented by beautiful green spaces, which together create a conducive environment for academic pursuits and leisure activities.

Clemson's commitment to excellence is also evident in its thriving extracurricular scene, with numerous clubs, organizations, and athletic programs that allow students to pursue diverse interests and passions. This well-rounded approach prepares students for a successful transition into their future careers and instills a lifelong connection to the Clemson family.

Overall, my time at Clemson University has been a transformative experience that has prepared me well for the challenges of the professional world. I would highly recommend Clemson to anyone seeking a top-tier education in a dynamic and supportive community.

A typical day would be when campers are there, you get up, get the campers up and dressed and go out in the center of the camp for the national anthem. Afterwards you eat breakfast, head back to the cabin to clean then leave for the first 3, 45 min activity periods. Come back to eat lunch and take an hour nap, get a snack do 2 more activity periods, go to lunch, have an evening activity, and then get ready to go to bed. We follow this routine every day for 24/7 with 2, 6 hour breaks in each week from morning to after lunch, and from Dinner to lights out. The time off is much needed for relaxation and to get any paperwork done that needs to be done.

I learned about trust in my fellow Counselors, caring for others that aren't myself, and loving unconditionally
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Management is very helpful and glad to provide whatever is needed, Staff is wonderful and some of the best coordinated i have seen.

Hardest part of the job is the constant going 24/7 even at night you are still expected to perform your duties, the only time you are allowed a break is two times for 6 hours in the week, and an afternoon on Saturdays to early Sunday morning.

The most enjoyable is the atmosphere, everyone is friends and everyone relies heavily on each other to be the best they can.The campers that come into the camp are so amazing and wonderful to spend time with, at the end of the week it'll be you who cries when they leave, it will feel like a member of your family is leaving you.

My partner and I, both students at the Governor's School for Science and Mathematics, participated in an unpaid research internship at Clemson University for 6 weeks in summer 2017. We planned out our research methods and strategies to investigate the effects of legumes and nonlegumes on soil litter quality. We collected, recorded, and analyzed data bi-weekly; this data was collected using multiple laboratory machines. We had to prepare a few hundred small test samples and keep track of them throughout the six weeks. We regulated these samples by monitoring their water and soil amounts. We divided our research into weeks; week 1 was the setup for the whole investigation, and the remaining 5 weeks each made up one trial, for a total of five trials to collect data from. Each day, Monday through Friday, had its own tasks that my partner and I had to accomplish to stay on track. Because of this, the environment was fast-paced and stressed. Overall, this internship was a great learning experience, but it was stressful. After our work was done, we presented about our findings multiple times - once at Clemson University, once at the Governor's School for Science and Mathematics, and once at the South Carolina Junior Academy of Science.

Computers have always interested me. I am very passionate about programming and like to learn new programming languages. Computers are great and there are endless possibilities in what you can do with them. No hardware in the world can be complete without good software to operate it, which is the power of programming. I love what I do and it’s just amazing how much I can do with it. I started to work on my own website for Clemson’s ePortfolio and ever since then my interest in Web development has grown. Web development is a challenging yet interesting field to work in. Even though it’s still programming, this internship is a good change outside of school. I don’t get to do anything like this in my classes and could not have found a better internship, enjoying something that interests me and learn while working on projects. This internship perfectly aligns with my future goals. Since I will be working on websites for different departments, I will have a chance to meet people in different areas. It will be a great experience and will help me build connections.
I have three goals while working for CB+D
learn Web development in a professional setting,
learn about customer interaction,
learn leadership and team management skills.

A typical day at work included: cleaning laboratory equipment, prepping chemicals and laboratory equipment for future undergraduate lab classes. and ensuring safety in each laboratory room. By working in a laboratory setting I learned how to maintain safety in a laboratory setting, how to manage time properly, and I improved my organizational skills as a whole. 
Management included three supervisors all of which were available whenever a worker was present. Each supervisor was easy to talk to, understanding, and most importantly a great teacher. Co workers were outgoing, fun, and presented a good work ethic. When a task needed to be completed we worked as a team rather than individuals making the task at hand much simpler. The hardest part of the job was time management; some tasks required a long period of time when I only had a short amount of time to work due to classes. While it was sometimes difficult it helped to make sure I was doing my job efficiently and in a timely manner. The most enjoyable part was being able to talk to any of my co workers or supervisors and not fearing any negative repercussions or remarks.

Experienced educators presented relevant knowledge in their fields of expertise in order for me to further develop my business skills to prepare for a career in healthcare management.  The highlights of my education include: studying the U.S. public healthcare system, learning how to conduct research and analyze data, utilizing application techniques, learning about ethics and operations management.  The most enjoyable part of my education was participating in the internship and creative inquiry experiences which encompassed managing projects such as developing and conducting a healthcare survey during my internship, preforming comparative data analysis of the survey results, and preparation of the evaluation report.  Also, I liked researching heart rate variability (HRV) to determine effective ways to improve HRV and health, designing and administering a heart rate variability tailored intervention program for my senior mentor, working with her, and preparing the research analysis report based on conclusions.

Clemson University employed me through a temporary service, in the position with the Research and Compliance. I started the position as Administrative Assistant to the coordinator of the program upon her departure I replace her as the Interim Coordinator. The position was demanding, challenging and thought provoking but was one of the most pleasurable experiences. For approximately 2 years I continue to work in this position until I was offered another at Clemson University.

The transition from Research and Compliance to the Foundation was interesting the position was stimulating research, with planning strategy for updating and maintaining the database system. This was a position that fore filling my professional and personal endeavors and I will cherish the many friendships that were built over the years. After 9 years at the Clemson Foundation I was excited with my decision to relocate to the North Carolina area with a new vision and change for my family.

It's a University police job, so you typically respond to 911 hang ups, car accidents, and college kids being dumb college kids (hey, we were all young and dumb once right?). 

I learned to never say never at this job. You think you've had the most ridiculous call ever and then... BAM! You get a 911 call from a freshman female about cookie dough that's been going missing slowly over the course of the year (...it's your roommate DUUHHHH!!!).. and you still have to take the report with a serious face. 

The hardest part of the job is learning what each supervisor wants. Your objectives change depending on who that supervisor is, but typically it's either more community engagement, more tickets, or more arrests. Of course they can't legally tell officers to write tickets or make arrests (those are "quotas" and quotas are illegal) so they say: "we need to focus on achieving a better balance between traffic warnings and enforcement actions".

The only downside to this job I can think of is that it isn't your typical police job: you WONT drive fast, you WONT kick in doors for drug busts, and you WONT shoot things (maybe the occasional half-dead road kill). 

Other than that, it's pretty awesome.

While at Clemson University, I was interning with their Olympic Sports Strength and Conditioning department. A normal day I would be at work at 5:30 a.m. and leave at 7:00 p.m., and I would train different team during the early morning and all afternoon. My director expected a lot out of his coaches, which is why the facility was so well ran and taken care of. The staff was required to be able to multitask in order to complete all of the demands placed upon them, creating a very busy workplace environment. This experience help me understand the culture and expectations around a collegiate Strength and Conditioning coach. I learned more about exercise progressions, programming, and proper coaching on the floor. With this being a top Division 1 program, the management demanding and competitive. The stress level from the heavy workload was the most difficult aspect of this job. However, the opportunity I was given to work with their high caliber athletes, and the ability to learn about different training styles, theories and technologies was the most enjoyable aspect of the job.

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