Michelle Dao
Summary
Hardworking and motivated junior at Arizona State University in the field of Environmental Engineering. Passionate about solving environmental issues. Commitment stems from a belief in the transformative power of engineering to mitigate the impact of human activities on our environment and contribute to a more sustainable future.
"One of the secrets of life is that all that is really worth the doing is what we do for others.” - Lewis Carroll (1876)
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
ASU Water: Center For Hydrologic Innovations
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in assembly and installation of sonic anemometers, gas analyzers for CO2 & H2O vapor, soil sensors, and rain gauges at 2 sites (Phoenix & Maryvale).
- Created a ARCGIS StoryMaps documenting research sites, equipments and tools.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference through in depth field notes.
Direct Care Provider
Civitan Foundation
05.2021 - Current
- Caretaker for adults with disabilities (autism, down syndrome, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, learning disabilities) over the weekends.
- Practiced redirection, patience, attention to detail, deescalation, and empathy.
- Fostered a fun and safe environment for clients' personal health and growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Environmental Engineering
Arizona State University
Tempe05.2025
High School And International Baccalaureate -
Westwood High School
Mesa 05.2020
Skills
- Fieldwork Preparation
- Data Sonde Calibration Work
- R coding Experience / Computer Skills
- Flexible, Adaptable, & Responsible
- Empathetic & Optimistic
- First Aid & CPR Trained
LAB RESEARCH
Research Project - Dr. Christopher Hinton
06/2019 - 12/2020
- Worked on International Baccalaureate thesis to investigate whether agricultural waste such as banana peels, pumpkin skins, and orange peels have the ability to remove lead from water. The experiment proved to be successful.
Tempe Town Lake - CAP LTER
08/2023 - Current
- Assist on measuring water quality, including temperature, pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, dissolved organic carbon (DOC), and total dissolved nitrogen (TDN) in the lake. Collect, calibrate, then deploy data sonde.
Timeline
Research Assistant
ASU Water: Center For Hydrologic Innovations
08.2023 - Current
Direct Care Provider
Civitan Foundation
05.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Environmental Engineering
Arizona State University
High School And International Baccalaureate -
Westwood High School
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