Peter Ojum

• Revived the African and Caribbean Student Association club alongside political science PhD student, Smith Oduro-Marfo. The association had been dormant for a couple years.
• Led the club as president, while recruiting student executives and defining our values, mission, and vision.
• Organized panels consisting of professors, student, faculty members, and guest speakers.
• Planned and organized community events like talent shows, cultural shows, and awareness campaigns.
• Maintained the association as the University of Victoria sponsored club.

Volunteered in the Chapel (2015 to 2019):

• Designed creative digital displays used in on-line and in-person advertising for the chapel and local businesses.
• Put together videos for social media, advertising and informational purposes.
• Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
• Assessed system hardware and software and suggested modifications to reduce lag time and improve overall speed.
• Performed maintenance tasks on PCs, sound systems, networks and mobile devices.

Volunteered in the UVic Engineering Society (2017 to 2018):

• As a second year engineering student, I wanted to get more involved with the engineering community.
• I helped plan engineering luncheons, competitions and other events. Worked with professors, company recruiters, engineers, and computer science students to create awareness and build campaigns to champion the department.
• Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
• Coordinated, created and scheduled content, designs and periodic updates to UVic ESS website.

• Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.
• Collaborated with guests to define episodes while ensuring we propel the Podcast's mission and vision.
• Tested multiple podcast hosting platforms and researched the proper equipment and tools for production.
• Hosts The V.City Podcast show while running a YouTube Channel/livestreams.
• Building the online community surrounding the Podcast.
• https://projectilestream.com/the-v-city-podcast/

• Re-learned the fundamentals of Linux
• Re-learned the steps to deploy cloud machines.
• Learned about network exploitation techniques and the basics servers and weaknesses in real-world environments.
• Learned basic computer exploitation and Active Directory vulnerabilities.
• Learned the core security issues and exploitation of web applications.
• YouTube learning of cloud agility, servers and containers.
• Learned network fundamentals - basic tools, Nmap, configurations, and more.
• Learned scripting with Python and Bash and how to use the internet to gather information for scripting and using CLI.

• Monitored the performance of the new training program put in place while coaching trainees for optimal results.
• Evaluated success of the previous training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
• Gathered data about course success and participant experiences to help with future course planning.
• Created instructional materials including videos, SOPs and job aids.
• Analyzed assessments, compiled reports and provided informed feedback.
• Provided live technical training of Office 365, information security, Active Directory, PowerShell and best practices.
• Gave live demonstrations of how to support SMEs and Enterprise businesses by using soft skills and technical acumen.

• While supporting businesses, I recommended and advised the use of prescribed technical procedures, designing monitoring protocols to confirm compliance with guidelines.
• Gave technical advise to ambassadors to support the team to stay at number one position within the department.
• Volunteered to handle certain difficult cases due to ease the burden of ambassadors and keep the team at optimal performance.

• Lead the Team in defining the vision and mapping out the deliverables while using the Agile method to execute the project.
• Worked with the team software developer to browse GitHub for inspiration.
• Recruited more talent to the team by calling students in the call zoom meetings and pitching the idea.
• Helped run the scrum meetings during the products development.
• Helped write some of the HTML and CSS code for certain webpages.
• Used WordPress work on some of my designated work processes.
• Created the required video summary showcasing the product's viability and usefulness to professors, classmates and potential investors.
• Project voted as the most viable for the market.
• Teammates: Daniel Romandia, Mingzhen Lin, Fred Zhu, Charlie Stancik, Stephen Kim.
• We achieved a minimum viable product and working website that allowed you to identify the best shops with the lowest prices for the groceries before leaving your couch.
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljHJhBxtacg

• The pandemic changed teaching structures so we adapted immediately.
• Scheduled and taught in class and online python/database/SQL courses to increase learning opportunities.
• Quickly adapted training plans for student needs. Coached students and assisted them in understanding and completing homework and class projects.
• Worked with professors and other teaching assistants to evaluate projects and submitted homework assignments.
• Hosted and Co-hosted live sessions for iSchool students to join and learn programming.

• Learned how modern programming can be used to solve current problems.
• Learned about data structures, control structures, program design and more.
• Learned how to collect, store, and analyze data using tools and techniques available in python.
• Learned the important of using case studies involving ethical issues for data analysis.
• Found government datasets and created visualizations showing the burglary and population occurrences in Arizona.

• Produced videos to help local and international students (like myself) learn from my journey into university.
• Curated content to enlighten students on how to apply to schools, and how to choose a university appropriate for career path.
• Searched the internet and pored over thousands of websites and videos to ensure I was releasing accurate content.
• Assisted hundreds of students gain admission to prestigious canadian universities by responding to their emails, encouraging them, giving advice and a listening ear.
• Created an online booking system to meet with students through zoom calls and live events.
• https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9Ijq4R1WKgtBwvgpu4nF5Twk5jC5yiVK

• Attended the community group that brought students together. This community was for students to learn, collaborate, share information and study.
• The community provided a safe space for sharing faith, hope and love.
• The community provided a safe space for international students and students various cultures. We provided housing and a safe landing, for new international students.
• Joined the group in 2015. Promoted to vice president, then president ( in 2017) of the group.

• Worked with Professor Kelly Richardson - popular Digital Artist and Advocate.
• Discussed the connections between art, programming and eco-activism.
• Filmed an interview covering the importance of protecting our ancient Avatar Grove from deforestation.
• Learned from Professor Richardson in class and on her projects about data, environmentalism, community and art.
• https://www.uvic.ca/news/topics/2020+knowledge-headheart+news?fbclid=IwAR0blUcw1Aj-KCKF8b2DejDuGQ002fUPuDHzbKFCxN3sM7QOA15UlpLmh60
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBMNHkw9HLE

• Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within in-person/virtual classroom setting.
• Used word of mouth, websites, and engaging projects to grow the program popularity and number of recurring students.
• Inspired students to be more curious about IT, program development, web development, software engineering and the technology world.
• Broke down complex ideas into digestible bites for students to understand.

• Worked with teams and human resources representatives to accomplish recruit talented students on campus.
• Managed recruitment team and educated and mentored new advisors.
• Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback and procure available information to launch the program on campus.
• Attracted the attention of ShawTV and inspired students on campus to pursue their passions and express their talents.
• Traveled to Vancouver and Toronto to meet with like minded community builders in a conference.
• Due to pressure from my academics, I could not fully carry-out the vision of this program but eventually fulfilled a few of them in future initiatives.

• Shared the idea of producing a web series displaying some of the struggles international students go through with a compelling storyline.
• Co-directed (with Daniel Adeloye) and wrote the screenplay.
• Researched how to edit, direct, light and curate scenes. We "learned on the job."
• Used free resources available to us to produce this compelling drama.
• Recruited friends and colleagues to join the production as actors and camera operators for free.
• Gained popularity on Meta (Facebook) and amongst students in Victoria BC.

• Hosted and edited a web series that highlighted top performing students at the St. Michaels University school.
• Interviewed prolific students who excelled in various aspects of school and extra-curricular activities (education, soccer, football, art, and leadership).
• Gained the attention of school leadership and parents received The Headmaster's award.
• https://www.facebook.com/yoursmus/posts/872477039478102
• https://boltonupdate.com/2015/05/12/veracity-with-peter-ojum/
• https://issuu.com/schoolties/docs/smus_school_ties_winter_2015
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIm6thF8eoM&list=PLqQsZXOOrAgLU6RrDJGHufIrmzVHG6i5Y&index=6

• Held numerous positions in high school: Class prefect - multiple, student council member, dorm prefect, assistant school president, school president of Brookstone School.
• Championed many causes and held many events to amplify the voices of students.
• Advocated for change in the curriculum to include more computer and programming courses.
• Developed strong programs to mentor student talents - academic and extra-curricular
• Started a graphic design non-profit business.
• Taught students the little I knew then about cloud computing and the internet of things.
• Currently still keep in touch with the school administrators, and with past and present students.
• Still speaking to students at events with the aim of inspiring them to aim for their dreams and achieve more.