Talia Keen
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Embarking on a journey to merge scientific innovation with compassionate impact. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in engineering and talent for navigating challenges. Bring strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Paid Speech and Debate Judge
Arizona College Prep HS / NSDA
08.2024 - Current
- Consulted with school administrators on curriculum development specific to debate courses or clubs.
- Provided constructive criticism during post-debate discussions, helping students refine their techniques for future debates.
- Promoted active listening skills through engaging debate exercises, enhancing students' argumentation abilities.
- Utilized technology effectively in organizing events and communicating with participants, streamlining processes for all parties involved.
Private Tutoring in Chem, Calc, Bio, and Physics
Self Employed
01.2022 - Current
- Privately organized both independent and group tutoring sessions both for-profit and free to advance students' knowledge in the sciences.
- Worked directly with Science National Honors Society to connect other student tutors to those in need of tutoring help student
- Specialized in AP prep courses
Speech and Debate Team Captain
Arizona College Prep HS
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Coached all speech/interp events;
- Co-captained team of 108
- Placed in state 5 times, winning 1st place twice.
- 3rd in AZ in points for Duo speech;
- 8 NIETOC career bids.
- NSDA Nationals Competitor 2024.
- First place at 2024 AZ National Qualifiers in Speech Event
Medical Sterile Tech /Dental Lab Technician
Matthew Jones Orthodontics
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Reduced turnaround time for dental appliances through effective time management and organization skills.
- Collaborated with dentists to create accurate and customized dental restorations for patients.
- Maintained a clean and organized laboratory workspace to uphold safety regulations and promote productivity.
- Implemented digital dentistry techniques, increasing accuracy in dental restorations production process.
Non-Profit President of Chandler Branch
Azara Branch Chandler
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Allocation of Funds $20,000+
- Recently received promotion to Chandler branch President of the 501(c)3 non-profit, Azara Branch
- I finance and coordinate events while conducting new board interviews and expanding
government connections.
- Founded Azara's Harm Reduction Program to help those struggling with drug abuse
seek help.
- Utilized up-to-date information to make effective decisions governing bank operations.
- Previously Director of Feminine Hygiene
Intern | United Planet's Climate Change Virtual Ex
United Nations Foundation
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Collaborated on Climate issues with global peers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ2028
High School Diploma -
Arizona College Preparatory
Chandler, AZ05.2024
Groups
- Authors, Writers and Publishers Conference in Philadelphia, PA | March, 2022
- Intuitive Surgical Innovation Summit in Philadelphia, PA | October 2022
-Participated in the Penn Surgery Robotics Conference, utilizing DaVinci surgical machinery
- Science National Honors Society 2022-2023
Timeline
Paid Speech and Debate Judge
Arizona College Prep HS / NSDA
08.2024 - Current
Medical Sterile Tech /Dental Lab Technician
Matthew Jones Orthodontics
10.2023 - 01.2024
Non-Profit President of Chandler Branch
Azara Branch Chandler
06.2022 - 01.2024
Speech and Debate Team Captain
Arizona College Prep HS
05.2022 - 05.2024
Intern | United Planet's Climate Change Virtual Ex
United Nations Foundation
03.2022 - 10.2022
Private Tutoring in Chem, Calc, Bio, and Physics
Self Employed
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Arizona State University
High School Diploma -
Arizona College Preparatory
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