Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Leadership and community involvement
Awards
Extracurricular Activities
Hobbies and Interests
Research and study abroad
Affiliations
Languages
Certification
Coursework
Timeline
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Carmen Cardenas-Conde

Greensboro,NC

Summary

Dedicated and enthusiastic first-generation Hispanic student pursuing a Bachelor's in Astrophysics at UNC Chapel Hill, with minors in French and Astronomy. Demonstrates a strong commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and community engagement. Skilled in managing dynamic environments, with proven experience in customer service and education. Passionate about scientific research and actively involved in diverse academic initiatives, including founding an astronomy club and conducting field research in France. Fluent in English and Spanish, and proficient in French, aiming to contribute meaningfully to multicultural academic settings.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Babysitter

08.2024 - Current
  • Provided care for two young children, ages 1 and 4, engaging the older child with games and stories while supervising playtime and naps for the toddler

Astronomy Club Leader

07.2022 - Current
  • Founded an astronomy club in the community, organizing educational sessions and hands-on activities for children
  • Provided transportation to ensure inclusive access for all participants

English Language Instructor for Refugees

06.2022 - Current
  • Taught English to refugees from Latin American countries, assisting with language acquisition and cultural adjustment

Hostess

Print Works Bistro
12.2022 - 07.2023
  • Provided warm greetings and escorted guests to tables, enhancing their dining experience with a friendly demeanor and attention to seating preferences
  • Supported teammates by bussing tables and assisting servers during peak hours

Cashier

American Deli
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Took orders, restocked supplies, and assisted cooks as needed
  • Handled end-of-day cash reconciliation and maintained a clean dining area, prioritizing customer service and efficiency

Cashier & Line Worker

Panera Bread
02.2022 - 08.2022
  • Cross-trained to handle multiple roles and promoted to training new hires by the second week
  • Transitioned between cashier and line worker responsibilities based on demand
  • Managed customer interactions to ensure satisfaction, addressing concerns with patience and professionalism

Tutor

08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Volunteered as a math and Spanish tutor, helping peers improve their academic skills

Education

Bachelor of Science - Astrophysics

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill
06.2027

Skills

  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Time Management & Organizational Abilities
  • Collaborative Leadership Skills
  • Dynamic Problem-Solving Skills
  • Customer Engagement
  • Strong work ethic

Leadership and community involvement

  • Astronomy Club Leader, 07/22 - Present: Founded an astronomy club in the community, organizing educational sessions and hands-on activities for children. Provided transportation to ensure inclusive access for all participants.
  • Tutor, 08/21 - 04/22: Volunteered as a math and Spanish tutor, helping peers improve their academic skills.
  • English Language Instructor for Refugees, 06/22 - Present: Taught English to refugees from Latin American countries, assisting with language acquisition and cultural adjustment.

Awards

  • Grimsley High School Valedictorian, 2023
  • French Honors Award
  • AP Scholar Award
  • Colonel Robinson Scholarship

Extracurricular Activities

  • Varsity Women’s Lacrosse, Spring 2022
  • Volunteer Classroom Assistant, 2019 - 2022
  • Assisted teachers with annual classroom organization, 2021-2023
  • Girls in STEM Club Member, 08/22/2022- 06/10/23

Hobbies and Interests

  • Violin: Continued playing independently after middle school orchestra.
  • Origami: Passionate about creating intricate paper designs, especially magic balls and birds.
  • Running: I am currently training for a half marathon

Research and study abroad

  • IB Extended Essay, Explored 'How Religion and Cosmology Limit Our Knowledge of the Universe’s Creation.'
  • France Research Project, Conducted field research in Montpellier, France, on the impact of human activity and climate change on native bird populations in urban green spaces.
  • Study Abroad, Five-week program in Montpellier, France, Summer 2024

Affiliations

  • UNC Scholars Program
  • Honors Carolina

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional

Certification

  • International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma
  • French Minor

Coursework

  • MAT 383 Differential Equations
  • PHYS 331 Numerical Techniques
  • PHYS 401 Classical Mechanics
  • PHYS 231H Physical Computating
  • PHYS 281L Experimental Techiniques
  • ASTR 202 Astrophysics

Timeline

Babysitter

08.2024 - Current

Hostess

Print Works Bistro
12.2022 - 07.2023

Cashier

American Deli
08.2022 - 11.2022

Astronomy Club Leader

07.2022 - Current

English Language Instructor for Refugees

06.2022 - Current

Cashier & Line Worker

Panera Bread
02.2022 - 08.2022

Tutor

08.2021 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Science - Astrophysics

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

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