Elvia Karina Delgado
Houston
Summary
Fourth-year Architecture Major at the University of Houston from Colima, Mexico. Expresses creativity through Architecture and Landscape Design. Intrigued by abandoned infrastructure and landscapes, exploring restoration methods and considering the built environment's impact on daily lives. Constantly seeking new challenges to craft beautiful yet environmentally friendly spaces for other to enjoy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Officer Outreach/Communications Chair
National Organization for Minority Architects (NOMAS)
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Student Representative Handled emails and contacted the school for events and professionals. Designed upcoming events such as Portfolio and resume Reviews to prepare students for career fair. And participated to host welcome day for incoming freshmen students.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
Studio Mentor
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Second year studio mentor: Guided students in producing clear and legible architectural drawings. Assisted students with studio projects and design development. Ensured and reviewed lesson plans and provide feedback. Assisted students with technical and software difficulties and navigate the programs better.
Cashier
99 Cents Store
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided excellent Customer Service While accurately Processing financial transactions. Collaborated with colleagues to ensure smooth store operations and provided excellent customer service. Assisted customers with their purchases, answered questions and resolved complaints.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Student Council Officer
Gerald D Hines College of Architecture
01.2022 - 04.2022
- First year representative, contacted Assistant Dean for meetings, and part of the 2021 Charrette Planning. Assisted Student Grievances and partake to deliver and communicate efficiently to College Dean. Assisted in the college’s annual Graziegiving and collecting cans and donations for houstons Food Bank.
- Facilitated regular meetings, effectively managing discussions while ensuring that all voices were heard and considered in decision-making processes.
Math & English Tutor
Mrs. Taj Family
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted families child during pandemic with homework assignments & Assisted their Math skills afterschool tracked student progress and provided regular feedback to parents and guardians.
- Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing interactive and engaging lesson plans.
- Evaluated student performance, identified improvement areas and set tasks to aid goal achievement.
- Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
Education
Bachelor Of Architecture - Architecture
University of Houston
Houston, TX05-2026
Skills
- Rhino 3d
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Indesign
- DS Render
- Autodesk Revit
- Model-making
- Photography
- Hand and Digital Sketching
- Innovation and creativity
- Strategic planning
- Attention to detail
LNGG
English
Spanish
Accomplishments
- TAF Wichita Falls Chapter AIA 2025-2026 Scholarship Recipient
- Deans List spring 2021, GPA of 3.7
- Future Women In Architecture Competition Finals (2024) University of Houston Finalist Panelist
Timeline
Studio Mentor
08.2023 - 12.2023
Officer Outreach/Communications Chair
National Organization for Minority Architects (NOMAS)
03.2022 - 05.2024
Student Council Officer
Gerald D Hines College of Architecture
01.2022 - 04.2022
Cashier
99 Cents Store
06.2021 - 05.2022
Math & English Tutor
Mrs. Taj Family
12.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor Of Architecture - Architecture
University of Houston
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