Andre Van Grieken
Miami,FL
Summary
Accomplished student leader and researcher leveraging a robust background of political, legal, and scientific exploration to continue serving communities through a juris doctor degree. Having conducted extensive academic research on pressing issues like defense innovation, medical technology, and political policy - presented findings at university forums. Currently developing specialized expertise in unmanned systems through UAS pilot certification with aims to champion and advance responsible tech legislation. Demonstrated commitment to mobilizing knowledge and resources to empower others as proven through roles as an Engage 100 facilitator guiding entrepreneurial peers through startup methodology and growth strategy. Plans to pursue legal education centering constitutional law, arbitration, negotiation - with concentration coursework in technology policy and government systems. Brings maturity, analytical abilities and a solutions-oriented perspective developed through balancing rigorous Honors curricula while overcoming health hurdles.
Overview
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year of professional experience
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Certification
Work History
Engage 100 Leader
Florida State University
08.2023 - 12.2024
Served as a TA and mentor for Engage 100, Florida State University's 12-week intensive startup accelerator program for top students. Responsibilities included leading weekly sessions to reinforce key entrepreneurship learnings, providing 1:1 mentorship for 5 student teams on ideation, customer discovery, prototype development, and pitch practice. Assessed teams’ progress, identified issues early on, and recommended appropriate support strategies. Participated in mentor meetings to align on student support approaches. Provided constructive evaluation on team presentations, product demos, and other milestones throughout the program. Committed 10-15 hours per week over the course of the program to guide the next generation of founders and expand professional network.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2024
Skills
- Leadership: Served as an Engage 100 leader, guiding and mentoring top students through experiential entrepreneurship curriculum Developed and delivered weekly sessions focused on startup methodology, product development, and growth
- Research: Conducted academic research on testing military gear for subarctic warfare and medical technologies for induced hypothermia, presenting findings at university symposium Recipient of ASTM grant for continued research
- Writing & Editing: Writer and editor for university newspaper The Capital Collegian Refined ability to write clear, concise, and compelling articles for a campus audience
- Critical Thinking: Explored complex policy issues like healthcare and criminal justice through political science studies Shadowed legal professionals to gain in-depth view of judicial systems Interned on political campaign, analyzing issues and public policy
- Adaptable: Balanced intensive coursework, research, and extracurricular leadership while overcoming health hurdles, exemplifying perseverance
- Technical Skills: Hold unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) license Experience with drones and drone law, presenting opportunity to pivot into legal / technical field
Certification
UAS Drone License
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Engage 100 Leader
Florida State University
08.2023 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Florida State University