Joseph Kilmurray
Wixom
Summary
Engaged in local community, both hometown and at the University of Michigan. Used to the professional world, and at TedX UofM has learned to communicate with the highest level of corporations. Comfortable with costumer facing positions and used to handling sensitive situations with care. Engaged in course work with a deep passion for human language and communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Assistant
University of Michigan Department of Chemistry
03.2025 - Current
- Provided glassware and other materials to student laboratories, partially responsible for the running of 16 teaching laboratories.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and provided needed chemicals for teaching laboratories.
- Assisted in the preparation of chemical solutions and reagents for experiments, sometimes handling hazardous materials
- Ensured chemical storage was following safety guidelines, including thousands of organic and inorganic chemicals.
Library Assistant
Wixom Public Library
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted patrons in locating resources and utilizing library services effectively, most notably our technology services.
- Ensured regular standards of the library addressing any potential problems to normal functioning.
- Assisted in managing communication to the library and providing remote assistance to patrons.
- Represented the library at community engagement events.
- Regularly assisted the wide range of patrons including children and the elderly.
Library Page
Wixom Public Library
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Organized and shelved library materials alphabetically and using the Dewy Decimal system.
- Assisted patrons in locating resources throughout the library.
- Maintained cleanliness of library spaces for optimal accessibility.
- Trained new pages on shelving and library procedures.
- Maintained an orderly and welcoming environment through regular shelf-reading and straightening of materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Linguistics
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-2028
Minor - Sweetland Writing Minor
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-2028
GED -
Walled Lake Western High School
Commerce, MI05-2024
Skills
- Lab safety protocols
- Costumer/Patron satisfaction
- Corporate communication
- Improvisation
- Schedule building
- Dense reading comprehension
Accomplishments
- 2023 Michigan Division A Forensics Speech and Debate Impromptu state champion.
- Member of esteemed Improv comedy group at the university of Michigan.
- Accepted as a Crisis Director for Model United Nations at the University of Michigan 2026, personally hosting 23 international High School students, and conducting a simulation of Prohibition Era Detroit.
Awards
- Awarded the “Hannah Stoloff Legacy Award” in 2024 which recognizes “one student each year for their contributions and leadership in forensics and speech activities” by Spartan Speech.
- [Walled Lake Western High School] Outstanding Senior-Given to one male and one female senior each year, for outstanding overall performance.
- [Walled Lake Western High School] English Award- Given to one senior each year, for excellency in the English department.
- [Walled Lake Western High School] German Award- Given to one senior each year, excellence in the German department.
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant
University of Michigan Department of Chemistry
03.2025 - Current
Library Assistant
Wixom Public Library
05.2024 - Current
Library Page
Wixom Public Library
08.2020 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Linguistics
University of Michigan
Minor - Sweetland Writing Minor
University of Michigan
GED -
Walled Lake Western High School