Delaney C.

Halpin
816 W. Cuyler Ave. Apt 1W
513-746-6530
Chicago, IL 60613
dchalpin@gmail.com
Objective Obtain a position where I can grow as a not only a student but also as a leader. I would like a job where I can
acquire skills that will transfer over to my future in the healthcare field. Lastly, to develop in a position and help
me grow as a professional and provide the opportunity to interact with people.
Education

DePaul University, Chicago, IL

March 2015

Bachelors in Biology; Minor in Physics

GPA: 3.67
Honors: Deans List
Honors Program
Research
Experience

DePaul University, Chicago, IL

Research Assistant

2011Present
2011Present

Aug. 2013Present

Dr. Stan Cohn; Department of Biological Sciences

Preformed experiments on diatoms with very minimal supervision while taking notes.
Identified trends within the data and conveyed these developments through a poster.

Publications

Jul. 2014

Dr. Gregory Kharas; Department of Chemistry

Novel Copolymers of Styrene. 8. Ring-Substituted Butyl 2-Cyano-3-Phenyl-2-Propenoates.
G.B. Kharas, D.C. Halpin, et. al. Manuscript in preparation for submission to J.Macromol. Sci.

Poster Presentations
Annual Natural Sciences, Math, & Technology Undergraduate Research Showcase; Chicago, IL
Presented: Analysis of Repression & Population Effects on Light-Stimulated Motility in Diatoms
Habituation & Repression of Light-Stimulated Directional Changes in Diatoms
Cell Biology Annual Meeting: ASCB/IFCB Meeting; New Orleans, LO
Presented: Habituation and Repression of Light-Stimulated Directional Changes in Diatoms
Additional
Experience

Nov. 2013/4
Dec. 2013

Teaching Assistant; Department of Biological Sciences

Fall 2014
Biology 155: Introduction to Biology
Act as a resource for the students and provide assistance during the lab and lecture portions of the course.
Assist in grading, meet with students outside of class on a case-by-case basis and prep equipment for each lab.

Chicago Quarter Mentor; Office of New Student and Family Engagement

Fall 2012Present

Food Citizenship in Chicago/Chicagos Historic Cemeteries/ Occult Chicago

Mediated academic, emotional & social issues to familiarize and inform 1st year students on DePaul University.
Composed/facilitated 60 minute lesson plans to utilize information regarding students life /college resources.

Facilities Assistant; Department of Housing Services

Mar. 2012Jul. 2014

Able to meet deadlines with minimal supervision and able to manage any emergency after hours.
Capability to be punctual, reliable and professional even when not on duty.
Worked with students, student staff and pro-staff to ensure everyone's safety within the Residence Halls.

Chicago Quarter Coordinator; Office of New Student and Family Engagement

Mar. 2013Jul. 2014

Collaborated w/ mentors(+110) to effectively implement a harmonious/focused class environment that promotes
student engagement.
Coordinated & scheduled all CQM events became an ally between the student staff and professional staff.

Volunteer/
Leadership

Old Irving Park Community Clinic

Nov. 2014Present
Assisted clinicians met with patients, and organized paperwork and completed general office duties.

Theme Community Member; Multicultural Dialogues Community

Sept. 2011Present

Embody and uphold standards of cultural acceptance & build relationships within Communities

Student Alumni Ambassador

Jan. 2012-Present

Strengthen bonds & connections between alumni & the university, enlighten alumni on the current university

culture, engage current students in the alumni community, and develop future alumni leaders.
PAWS Chicago; No Kill Animal Shelter and Hospital