Christopher Whelan
Rockford,IL
Summary
Dedicated senior student at Wheaton College studying chemistry on a Pre-Med track who is passionate about learning, teaching, and connecting with others.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemistry Research Assistant
Wheaton College
WHEATON, IL
01.2023 - 09.2023
Advisor: Dr. Benjamin Lovaasen (612) 986-1120
- Collaborated with Wheaton College Inorganic Chemistry professor on his independent research.
- Researched on excited-state chromium coordination complexes.
- Gained laboratory experience with spectroscopic procedures and analysis as well as synthetic procedures and hazardous waste management.
- Performed literary analysis of previous studies in order to inform personal research inquiries.
- Approximately 500 total hours
Analytical Chemistry Lab Assistant
Wheaton College
Wheaton, IL
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked with analytical chemistry professor to prepare, oversee, and clean up labs
- Learned how to use analytical chemistry instruments to assist students with data collection
- Graded and returned lab reports and homework, answering student questions as needed
- Approximately 75 total hours
General Chemistry Lab Assistant
Wheaton College
Wheaton, IL
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked closely alongside lab instructors to assist with and maintain weekly chemistry labs.
- Answered student questions and instructed them during labs.
- Graded and returned students lab reports in a timely manner, leaving feedback and answering questions as needed.
- Approximately 150 total hours
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Wheaton College
Wheaton, IL05.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant Program - Completed
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL10.2023
High School Diploma -
Rockford Christian High School
Rockford, IL05.2021
Other Experience
REHAB NURSE TECHNICIAN | 01/2024 to 01/2025
Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital - Wheaton, IL
- Supervisor: Jessica Raymond (630) 909-8028
- Assisted stroke patients with activities of daily living, and caring for their needs
- Performed a variety of medical skills including measuring blood sugar, collecting specimen samples, taking vitals, and charting
- Collaborated with nurses, therapists, and fellow technicians to deliver effective patient care through clear communication and understanding of individual responsibilities
- Approximately 700 total hours
2023 HOMECOMING AND STEM CONNECTION DAY POSTER SESSIONS | 09/29/23
Wheaton College - Wheaton, IL
- Constructed a poster summarizing my research from summer 2023
- Presented my research in a judged competition
- Attended poster session to present my research to peers and answer questions
2023 SUMMER CRYSTALLOGRAPHY INSTITUTE | 07/12/23 to 07/15/23
Whitworth University - Spokane, WA
- Listened to lectures on Crystallography from renowned crystallographers
- Took crystal structure data using a diffractometer
- Analyzed data and generated publishable figures pertinent to my research
BAKERY PRODUCTION CREW | 06/2021 to 01/2023 (summers and holidays only)
Great Harvest Bread Co. - Rockford, IL
- Supervisor: Andy Kaiser (815) 289-0680
- Worked early in the morning to precisely divide, kneed, and prepare dough for the baking process.
- Worked in a fast paced environment that required flexibility and teamwork.
- Approximately 400 total hours
COLLEGIATE JAZZ BAND | Fall 2021 to Spring 2022
Wheaton College - Wheaton, IL
- Played trumpet.
- Attended regular rehearsals and performances.
Shadowing
UROLOGY SHADOW | 01/06/2020 to 01/10/2020
Rockford Urological Associates - Rockford, IL
- Observed clinical and surgical procedures of Urology for the week
- Approximately 40 hours total
ORTHOPEDICS SHADOW | 10/24/23
Northwestern Medicine Orthopedics - Warrenville, IL
- Observed orthopedic surgery for a morning
- Approximately 4 hours total
Accomplishments
- 2024 Ebeling Award recipient for excellence in the laboratory
- 2024 Ruth Kraft Strohschein scholarship recipient for integrity, character, and academic achievement
- 2023 Bernard Nelson Prize recipient for achievements in organic chemistry
- Wheaton College Dean's List
- 2021 Anna Schiller scholarship recipient for outstanding community service
Timeline
Analytical Chemistry Lab Assistant
Wheaton College
08.2024 - 12.2024
Chemistry Research Assistant
Wheaton College
01.2023 - 09.2023
General Chemistry Lab Assistant
Wheaton College
08.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Wheaton College
Certified Nursing Assistant Program - Completed
College of DuPage
High School Diploma -
Rockford Christian High School
Similar Profiles
Hannah Vered HalbergHannah Vered Halberg
Marketing and Recruiting Coordinator for Athletics at Wheaton CollegeMarketing and Recruiting Coordinator for Athletics at Wheaton College
Noah WhiteNoah White
Marketing Intern at Wheaton CollegeMarketing Intern at Wheaton College
Victory AdamsVictory Adams
Public Safety Office Dispatcher at Wheaton CollegePublic Safety Office Dispatcher at Wheaton College
Michael GeorgesMichael Georges
Cook at Wheaton CollegeCook at Wheaton College
Erika ZammitErika Zammit
Retail Sales Associate at Kohl'sRetail Sales Associate at Kohl's