Nardos Abebe

Dedicated Tutor with extensive experience in delivering personalized instruction across various academic subjects. Proven track record of enhancing student comprehension and knowledge retention through tailored teaching methods. Skilled in fostering a positive learning environment and employing innovative instructional techniques that boost academic performance and confidence.

Bachelor of Science | Civil Engineering (Transportation Minor) | 09/2018 - 05/2023

 Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB

Designing Integrated Public Mobility | Schulich School of Engineering | Calgary, AB | 09/2022 – 04/2023

• Research and analyze environmental impact of various transportation modes to focus on the “sharing economy”, through an increased demand for ride-share alternatives such as shared e-scooters, bicycles, and car-share options.
• Develop data analysis skills through collection of 15,000 students routes and used R-programming and Excel to calculate wait time and improve route options.
• Calculate the Carbon Dioxide emission of various transportation modes to showcase sustainability impacts.
• Developed oral and written communication skills by presenting three alternative solutions to 75 students, 4 professors, and 7 industry advisors.
• Improve project management skills through acting as Technical Lead by assigning tasks utilizing software such as Excel and GIS.

Truss Section for the Roof of Calgary Event Centre | Schulich School of Engineering | Calgary, AB | 09/2021 – 12/2021

• Designed, developed, and created a truss section of the roof of the future Calgary Event Centre that spans over a maximum distance of 550m with a width of 110m.
• Performed accurate engineering calculations for weights, loads and other metrics using both manual and digital methods.
• Completed professional training courses in AutoCAD, Excel and 3D printing to maintain current structural engineering knowledge.
• Awarded 1st place for sustaining the accurate amount of weight required.

   Tutor | Robogals at the University of Calgary | Calgary, AB | 09/2018 - Present 

• Mentor girls from ages 5 to 12 of all skill levels in understanding and excelling in STEM studies.
• Attend training workshops for robotics and coding to provide up to date service.
• Plan curriculum based on individual academic needs.

                  Event Coordinator | People for Progress Foundation | Calgary, AB | 06/2018 - Present 

• Network with NGO organizations in Calgary to obtain potential sponsors for orphaned kids in Kenya.
• Design and maintain spreadsheets documenting vendor, facility, guest information and payment during fundraising events.
• Host three fundraising events per year with a minimum of 280 people in attendance.

Emerging Leadership Program | University of Calgary | Calgary, AB | 09/2018 - 09/2020

• Completed required leadership courses and workshops in tier one and tier two levels.
• Developed public speaking skill by hosting workshops to establish and renew evolving parameters for club and organization functioning.
• Mentored upcoming university students by sharing experiences, connecting to resources and offering peer support.