John Bif

john.bif@vanderbilt.edu
(301) 789-8388
Current Address:
Address:
2301 Vanderbilt Place, PMB 351147
Nashville, TN 37235-1147

EDUCATION

Permanent
7002 Chansory Lane
Hyattsville, MD 20782

Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

May 2018
Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical Engineering
Saint Anselms Abbey School, Washington, DC

May

2014
Honors: Alumni Award in Social Sciences

LEADERSHIP

Model United Nations, Saint Anselms Abbey School

2011-2014
Secretary General (2013-2014) Website Administrator (2011-2014)
Led weekly meetings of 30 members to enhance debate, research, and writing
skills
Planned and organized a High-School conference involving four schools
Updated and maintained the club website with upcoming events and contact
information
Varsity Fencing, Saint Anselms Abbey School
20102014
Co-Captain (2012-2014)
Ran bi-weekly practices for 12 members
Introduced fencing to the whole school at assemblies, increasing number of
candidates for membership
Tech Crew, Saint Anselms Abbey School
20102014
Head of Tech (2012-2014)
Trained numerous younger members in the proper and safe use of power
tools, lighting and sound equipment, and stage design
Designed and led construction efforts on sets for five major theatrical
performances, as well as numerous assemblies and events

EXPERIENCE

Sen. Jim Rosapepe Campaign, College Park, MD

Spring 2012
IT Assistant
Excel work in information filtering and data formatting
Bills Backyard BBQ, College Park, MD
20102014
Cashier
Implemented mobile credit card reader technology, increasing sales
Decreased serving time by implementing abbreviated order symbols,
increasing customer satisfaction
The Kennedy School, Washington, DC
20122014
Tutor for mentally challenged students
Assisted in one-on-one learning, allowing the teacher to spend more time on
all students rather than focusing on those that needed the most help
Proctored and graded make-up examinations and assignments, freeing
teachers time
Kappa Delta House Corporation, College Park, MD
Summers 2011-2014
Laborer

Restored house to good condition over summers repairing damage done by

students

ACTIVITIES

Vanderbilt University Model United Nations

Vanderbilt University Club Fencing
Blaire School of Music Symphony Orchestra

SKILLS

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Matlab, 3D modelling software

Experience with Python development, HTML, CSS, and Javascript
Very experienced with construction (chop saw, table saw, jig saw, router, dremel, drill
press, pneumatic nail gun, sanding machine
Conversational in French