1. Barbara Aguirre Garayzar
400 W. Big Springs Rd, Riverside, California 92507
(760) 996-1582 | bagui006@ucr.edu
Education
Bachelor ofSciences, Mechanical Engineering June 2018
University of California, Riverside
Work Experience
Husk to Home Team, University ofCalifornia, Riverside June 2016 – Present
Mechanical Properties Tester (Research Position)
 Work directly under Dr. Tam, renowned chemical engineering professor, in order to develop a termite-water
resistant particle board.
 Oversee sample testing while using various machines such as a band saw, heat press and an Instron machine.
 Run flexural and compression tests on samples.
 Cultivation and feeding of termite colonies has enhanced my work at an entomology lab.
 Weekly meetings with colleagues to maintain records of the projects progress.
Academic Resource Center, University ofCalifornia, Riverside May 2013 – Present
Student Tutor
 Facilitate students to comprehend and apply newly learned content intelligently.
 Assist students to become independent and collaborative learners.
 Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions and program requirements, and assist with tutorial evaluations.
 Schedule and conduct monthly conferences with professors explaining evaluation of students’ progress.
 Tutor: various levels of Math, Physics and Mechanical Engineering.
Leadership Experience
Vice President, Society Automotive Engineers September 2015 – Present
University of California, Riverside
 Work in conjunction with the President to organize monthly meetings and overall SAE events.
 Oversee projects such as the internal combustion engine, electrical vehicle and aerospace.
 Promote a respectable image of the SAE Collegiate Chapter and the university.
 Act as the liaison with the college administration, the College of Bourns Engineering and the local
Professional section.
 Contribute to the common goal of increasing student projects, activities and SAE membership.
VP Panhellenic Delegate, Alpha Chi Omega Sorority December 2014 – June 2015
University of California, Riverside
 Representative of Alpha Chi Omega and Panhellenic community.
 Attend weekly meetings in order to inform chapter of all events on campus.
 Promote philanthropy awareness and encourage healthy relationships within the Greek community.
Skills
Computer Skills: Proficient in Solid Works, MATLAB, Microsoft Office Word applications etc.
Languages: Bilingual in English and Spanish, read,write and speak both fluently and currently learning French.
Honors
University of California, Riverside
 Dean’s List 2014
 Dean’s List Summer 2016
 Current GPA: 3.2