1. MERCER R. BORRIS
PRESENT ADDRESS
500 College Avenue
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(917) 747 0399
mborris1@swarthmore.edu
PERMANENT ADDRESS
140 Grand Street
New York, NY 10013
EDUCATION
Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, PA September 2012 - June 2016
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, concentration in computer engineering
Expected 06/2016
Relevant Coursework: Intro to Computer Science, Electrical Circuit Analysis, Fundamentals of Dig-
ital Systems, Linear Physical Systems Analysis, Engineering Mechanics, General Physics, Linear
Algebra, Multivariable Calculus, Organismal and Population Biology, Probability and Statistics for
Engineers, Differential Equations
G.P.A. 3.8/4.0
Friends Seminary, New York, NY September 1999 - June 2012
High School Diploma
EXPERIENCE
Physics Tutor Swarthmore College October - December 2011
Swarthmore, PA
I tutored students in the first-year fall semester Physics course.
Assistant to the Architect Studio DB June - August 2011
New York, NY
I helped with the construction of current projects (apartments), buying and moving tools and
parts. I designed sample rooms and purchased furniture for the studio’s interior designer. I visited
potential spaces and created floor plans using AutoCAD based off their measurements. I managed
the company’s social media presence, specifically on Facebook.
Asst. to Production Manager Cherry Lane Theater June - July 2009
New York, NY
Duties included renovating a new space for the theater by building sets, installing light fixtures, and
repainting the area. I also gave tours of the new location, pitching the space to potential clients
looking to rent.
SKILLS
Extensive knowledge of hardware and software for TI MSP430.
Proficient programming skills in Python and Javascript. Familiar with C/C++, Verilog HDL, and
SQLite. Fluent in Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Fluent in French.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Swarthmore Society of Engineers
Society of Women Engineers
Women in Computer Science club
Projectionist/media director of Science Fiction Club
Varsity Swim Team