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Sebastien Stroud Snider

Lewisville,NC

Summary

Reginaldo Howard Fellow at Duke University, majoring in Chemistry with minors in Political Science and Computational Biology. Expertise in integrating business, public policy, and scientific principles to benefit underserved communities. Proven commitment to societal improvement through innovative solutions and collaborative initiatives.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senator

Duke Student Government
09.2024 - Current
  • Advocated for undergraduate students within governing body, ensuring food point equivalency for freshmen.
  • Led initiative to revamp freshman dorm kitchens with modern kitchenware.
  • Organized A-team tradition to foster campus culture and boost student engagement.

Summer Research Intern

Foley Lab
Charlotte, NC
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Developed and trained OPESMO, a regression-based ML model for simulating diatomic molecules in optical cavities.
  • Conducted thorough research on scientific literature to enhance computational methods.
  • Participated in MolSSI workshop to improve skills in computational modeling.

Research Lab Assistant

Duke Haravifard Lab
12.2024 - 05.2025
  • Synthesized supermagnet candidates and operated specialized equipment for condensed matter physics research.
  • Analyzed data to refine experimental methods in collaboration with senior researchers.

Youth Program Leader

North Carolina General Assembly
05.2020 - 04.2024
  • Chaired YLA, guiding students through legislative processes and coordinating statewide summits.
  • Advanced from House Page to Clerk to Chair, acquiring skills in bill drafting and debate.
  • Facilitated discussions on governance topics, enhancing students' understanding of political systems.

Government Page Intern

North Carolina House of Representatives
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Conducted legislative research and policy analysis to support bill preparation.
  • Summarized discussions from committee meetings and briefings for stakeholder communication.
  • Collaborated with legislative staff to draft documents and organize legislative events.
  • Responded to constituent inquiries to ensure effective outreach efforts.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry, Political Science, Comp. Biology

Duke University
Durham, NC
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Ronald Wilson Reagan High School
Pfafftown
06-2024

Skills

  • Project Management & Leadership
  • Team Development & Collaboration
  • Data Analysis & Communication
  • Spectroscopic Techniques (including NMR)
  • Laboratory Methodologies (titration, crystal synthesis)
  • Computational Chemistry Tools (Python, Psi4, machine learning)
  • Time Management & Efficiency Strategies
  • French Language Proficiency

Accomplishments

2X WSFCS Poet Laureate | 4X Published Poet | Duke URS Assistantship | Pond Lehocky's 25 Days of Scholarship Scholarship | The Perry Family Scholarship

Affiliations

American Chemistry Society | Black Pre-Law Society | Bull City Raas Dance Team | Duke CMA Armstrong Ambassadors | Duke Presidential Ambassadors | Men4Choice Fellowship | Reginaldo Howard Fellowship | Research Scholars Program

Timeline

Summer Research Intern

Foley Lab
05.2025 - 08.2025

Research Lab Assistant

Duke Haravifard Lab
12.2024 - 05.2025

Senator

Duke Student Government
09.2024 - Current

Government Page Intern

North Carolina House of Representatives
05.2023 - 06.2023

Youth Program Leader

North Carolina General Assembly
05.2020 - 04.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry, Political Science, Comp. Biology

Duke University

High School Diploma -

Ronald Wilson Reagan High School
Sebastien Stroud Snider
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