Dempsey Rogers has a Bachelor's degree in Physics and Mathematics from Carroll College with a 3.32 GPA. He has experience in computational research through summer internships and his senior thesis where he modeled plasma physics and magnetic confinement using MATLAB. Rogers also has leadership experience through guiding outdoor expeditions and tutoring physics and math courses. He is proficient in MATLAB, LaTeX, and laboratory equipment and seeks to apply his computational and analytical skills.

1. Dempsey Rogers
dempsey.rogers@gmail.com (208)221-2234 https://www.linkedin.com/in/dempseyrogers
Education
Bachelor of Arts-Dual Major Physics and Mathematics 08/12 - 05/16
Carroll College, Helena, Montana
• GPA in Major: 3.32/4.0
• Deans List Fall 2012, Spring 2013, and Fall 2013
Summer Courses and Independent Studies 05/13 - 08/15
Idaho State University, Pocatello, Idaho
• Engineering Physics (Calculus Based)
• Engineering Physics Independent Study Labs
• GPA: 3.6/4.0
Computational Research and Senior Thesis
Summer Research Experience, Theoretical Study Plasma Physics, Carroll College: 05/15 - 08/15
• Collaborated with Dr. Kelly Cline to program, test, and analyze MATLAB code simulating plasma subjected to
Naiver-Stokes and Magnetohydrodynamics equations
• Analyzed the effects of magnetic perturbations in fusion plasma
• Studied the properties and characteristics of different fusion reactors
Senior Thesis: 2D Computational Study of MHD Instabilities for Nuclear Fusion Energy 05/15 - 05/16
• Built a two-dimensional MHD simulation from the ground up to study the effects of boundary and initial conditions
on magnetic confinement time
• Computational study of non-linear two-dimensional instabilities that occur in a tokamak reactors, as well as the
parameters and initial conditions that prolong the time before the instabilities saturate the plasma
• Analyzed the effects of magnetic perturbations in fusion plasma, to increase the efficiency in Tokamak reactors
• Wrote a formal academic paper presenting our findings and providing a general introduction to plasma physics and
electromagnetism through the MHD and Navier-Stokes equations
Math and Physics Related Experience
Mathematical Competition in Modeling (MCM) 02/15
• Rank: Meritorious, 89th
Percentile of 10,000 Teams World Wide
• Problem: Analyzing the sustainability of a country, and proposing steps towards sustainability
• Implemented the Analytical Hierarch Process (AHP), Statistical Methods, and performed a custom sensitivity anal-
ysis for the (AHP)
• Presented methodology in a Mathematical Association of America Conference at Brigham Young University
Math in The Mountains, Student Leader 08/15 - 12/15
• Organized, prepared, and led a group of peers in a service oriented mathematical consulting course
• Collaborated to research and data-mine potential project opportunities
• Optimized reorder and stocking thresholds for local food share, in order to reduce the inventory outages of all
products
• Wrote a MATLAB program to apply Markov Chain simulation and statistical methods to increase the efficiency of
the Helena Food Share, ultimately to feed a greater number of families
• Compiled a formal report and presented our findings and proposed implementations for the food pantry
SIMIODE, Assistant Conference Director, Carroll College: 06/15 - 07/15
• Collaborated with members of the conference to develop innovative projects and activities to teach undergraduate
differential equations courses
• Designed and built laboratory experiments for the PhD attendees to model and collect data from
Academic Resource Center Tutor, Math and Physics, Carroll College 08/13 - 05/16
• Reinforced peers’ conceptual and computational understanding of course work
• Provided a fortified understanding of MATLAB and LATEXcode, as well as conceptual proofs and derivations
• Taught core concepts for courses ranging from elementary calculus to numerical methods, and from basic kinematics
to special relativity
Lab Aid Multivariable Calculus, Carroll College 08/13 - 05/15
• Assist in course projects, daily assignments, and illustrate parallels between course work and real world applications
• Fluently read and correct erroneous MATLAB and LATEX code, as well as grade laboratory exercises

2. Dempsey Rogers
dempsey.rogers@gmail.com (208)221-2234 https://www.linkedin.com/in/dempseyrogers
Computer Science and Laboratory Proficiencies
Computer Science: 08/12 - 05/16
Performed analytical and numeric methods, derivations, computations, and published technical documents.
• Proficient with : MATLAB, LATEX, Lab-View, Beamer, Microsoft Excel, and VBA
• Working knowledge of Java, Mathematica, and AutoCad
Applied Physics Labs: 08/12 - 05/16
Correctly implemented and collected data using Thor Lab Instruments, Optics Benches and Equipment, Lasers, Circuit
Boards, Voltmeters and Ammeters, Oscilloscopes, Spectrometers, Power Supplies, and the Photoelectric Effect
Apparatus.
Leadership Experience
Carroll Adventure and Mountaineering Program (CAMP), Guide 08/12 - 09/15
• Organized, prepared, and led groups of fellow peers into the wilderness
• Maintained a fluid plan in order to ensure the safety and protocol in changing conditions
• Managed dynamic expeditions as to ensure a high quality experience for all members of the group, ranging from
amateur to expert
• Guided trips, including but not limited to, rock climbing, mountain biking, skiing, backpacking, and many other
sports
• Completed training in wilderness medicine: Attained Wilderness First Responder certification (WFR), certified in
CPR, Trained in winter wilderness survival
• Implemented WFR training in the field for hypothermia, skiing, and rock climbing related trauma
Refferences
Dr. Kelly Cline, Ph.D.
• Associate Professor Mathematics and Physics, Carroll College
• Thesis Director
• (406)447-4451
• kcline@carroll.edu
Dr. Eric Sullivan, Ph.D.
• Assistant Professor Mathematics, Carroll College
• (406)447-4371
• esullivan@carroll.edu
Dr. Anthony Szpilka, Ph.D.
• Professor Physics, Carroll College
• (406)447-5449
• aszpilka@carroll.edu
Dr. Marry Keefe, Ph.D.
• Professor Physics and Engineering, Carroll College
• Mathematics and Physics Department Head
• Senior Lab Director
• (406)447-4570
• mkeeffe@carroll.edu