Nevada State University

Tutor

August 2019 • Henderson, NV

What I liked

I truly love working as a tutor. I work with a great team. They all have been very supportive during these tough times. I'm grateful to have this student worker job. My schedule is very flexible.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

I would say organize yourself when you have student worker jobs. Also, being a tutor isn't just another "job". Being a tutor is also being a mentor for other students and really supporting students so they can succeed in class.

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Student researcher

May - August 2018 • Boulder City, NV

What I liked

I liked being surrounded by highly motivated individuals. It was a great setting in which students collaborate, share ideas, and push each other mentally.

What I wish was different

I do not wish anything we’re to be different. I loved the program.

Advice

Do not be intimidated by research. Submerge yourself in the material and everything will fall into place.

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INBRE Student Researcher

May 2018 - July 2019 • Henderson, NV

What I liked

I liked the hands-on experience of the research.

What I wish was different

I wish my mentor was more beginner-friendly.

Advice

Try to keep up with all the homework they give for better understanding and discussions. Also try to stay on top of your lab book from the beginning or you'll fall behind on organization.

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Student Worker

October 2016 • Boulder City, NV

What I liked

The flexible hours.

What I wish was different

Working longer hours.

Advice

It is ok to not work the full 19.5 if you have school.

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Student Worker

May - December 2018 • Henderson, NV

What I liked

That the scheduling worked with my classes

What I wish was different

They actually train you for the job. Working registrar and them telling you “you’ll learn from other student workers” was absolute BS

Advice

Make sure you get a good supervisor. Don’t be afraid to speak to HR

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Science Tutor

August 2018 • Henderson, NV

What I liked

The best part of my job has always been seeing students be able to put the pieces of a puzzle together! Usually most students have all the tools they need to solve a problem, I just help them realize what order to use those tools in.

What I wish was different

Since it was the summer semester, I simply wish there had been more students on campus for me to help out.

Advice

My advice for anyone looking to be a tutor (or any sort of peer mentor) on campus is to always try your best and have fun.

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Undergraduate Researcher

May - July 2019 • Henderson, NV

What I liked

I gained a better understanding of organic chemistry and learned advanced lab techniques that are essential to laboratory research. But mostly I enjoyed the process of trial and error in synthesizing a novel compound. I would recommend the INBRE or Epscor program to anyone wanting real lab experience, whether to add to their skill set for future plans, or even to help clarify what those future plans (e.g. post grad or employment plans) should be.

What I wish was different

I wouldn't change a thing about my experience.

Advice

Make sure to meet all onboarding deadlines and pay attention to announcements from your supervisor regarding required tasks. I met all the deadlines and had no issues.

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Student Government

August 2017 • Henderson, NV

What I liked

Engagement with students. School initiatives. Helps me with my degree (Communication - Public Relations).

What I wish was different

Increased wages. With what the student government does on and off campus, I have reason to believe that we should get some (slightly) larger pay wage.

Advice

Enjoy and embrace the experience of being a part of the student government! There is no experience like it, especially with how many students we have the opportunity to engage with!

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