Jason Hess Jr.

Youngstown State University

Bachelor’s degree, Mechanical Engineering
2020 - 2024

Wilmington Area High School

High School Diploma
2016 - 20202016 - 2020
Grade: Salutatorian 4.38 GPA

Activities and societies: NHS president, Peer Leadership VP, Student Government VP, Varsity Football captain, Varsity Basketball scholar athlete, Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science presenter of the year, and Rotary representative.

President

National Honors Society

* Created, designed, and managed our school’s tutoring program using Google Sheets. Created Google Script code used to automate and increase program efficiency and custom Google Forms embedded within the sheet.

* Managed our team of 20 tutors and 30 tutorees using email communication. Program demo available upon request

Through our school’s tutoring program I was able to tutor students for a total of 15 hours before my schedule did not allow me to do so later in the year. However, I have accumulated more than 15 hours in the tutoring program because I created and manage the program on a daily basis. I work in conjunction with teachers, administration, technology office, guidance counselor, students, and NHS members to make this happen. I have developed a program that has tutored 30 plus students on a weekly basis. Each day was a new challenge and I learned what an impact I could have by utilizing my detail-oriented skills. Countless teachers and students have told me I have singularly changed their lives. At that time the 30 plus hours organization was worth it. If I could just change the life of 1 student it would have been worth it. Also, to see the smile on their faces when they realize that help is acceptable was inspiring to watch

* Organized and advertised two blood drives

Student Leader

RYLA - Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

* Attended the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards at Westminster College
* Attended the World Affairs Council for Climate Change
* Presented at two Rotary meetings on leadership and how to combat climate change

Vice President

Peer Leadership

Lunch Buddies Program Coordinator

*Every Thursday myself and three other students go down to the Elementary school to have lunch with the younger students. We interact and try to be good role models for them while also being their friend. From two that have learning disabilities to three that are fully verbal and communicate effectively. While they may have gained a friend for lunch the truth was I gained a friend and lifelong lessons I still use to this day. This program showed me the immense power of reaching out a helping hand can change young students' lives each day. I hope to continue this program next year during my college semester.

YSU DEEP Scholarship Program

Jul 2020 - PresentJul 2020 - Present

Associated with Youngstown State University

• Collaboratively designed and implemented a development program for first-year engineers
• Assisted in programmatic development and organization of events and resources

YSU Rayen School of Engineering Engineers Week

Nov 2021 - Feb 2022

Associated with Youngstown State University

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• Coordinated a department-wide engineers week celebration with faculty and students. Collaborated with every engineering major organization to plan five different engineering challenge competitions, seven social/professional events, and a food drive for the Mahoning Valley Rescue Mission. Developed a custom website that displays information and shows current leader progress. Contacted and received over $10,000 worth of sponsorships from various companies.
• Organized an Industry Forum event with six local companies to better inform students about the benefits of coops and internships. Coordinated prizes, sign-ups, marketing, sponsorships, supplies ordering, and point tracking

Belt Tightener Project (ENGR Communication with CAD)

Aug 2021 - Dec 2021

Associated with Youngstown State University

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* Worked collaboratively with a group of mechanical engineering students to analyze AutoCad drawings and create a 3d model in SolidWorks
* Used SolidWorks to create each part and assemble the parts into a belt tighter
* Used AutoCad to document each part and the final assembly
* Used email and OneDrive to communicate responsibilities
* Project folder is available for download

Probability and Statistics Final Project

Sep 2021 - Dec 2021

Associated with Youngstown State University

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* Conducted in-depth statistical analysis using Microsoft Excel
* Collected, summarised, and analysed data using Excel
* Conducted ANOVA and T-tests to determine statistical significance

OWOW! Science Center Design Project (ENGR Computing)

Jan 2021 - May 2021

Associated with Youngstown State University

* Worked collaboratively with a group of engineering students from various disciplines
* Utilized Microsoft PPT, Excel, Forms to gather data and design an exhibit
* Modeled in SolidWorks a 3D animated version of the project
* Presented our project to the class and instructors

Virtual Recyclable Car, Engineering Concepts

Sep 2020 - Nov 2020

Associated with Youngstown State University

• Worked collaboratively with a group of engineering students from various disciplines
• Let the group on designing and figuring out components to use for the car

NHS Tutoring Program

Aug 2019 - Jun 2020

Associated with Wilmington Area High School

• Created, designed, and managed our school’s tutoring program using Google Sheets. Created Google Script code used to automate and increase program efficiency and custom Google Forms embedded within the sheet.
• Managed our team of 20 tutors and 30 tutorees using email communication. Program demo available upon request

Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science

Aug 2015 - May 2020

Associated with Wilmington Area High School

• Completed in-depth scientific research in several fields and presented it to a panel of judges. Received nine 1st awards and four perfect scores. Projects are available upon request
• Named the Outstanding Junior Presenter at the 2019 meeting at SRU

Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science 12th Grade

Aug 2019 - May 2020

Associated with Wilmington Area High School

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Project Title: How Does Viscosity Affect the Rate of Heat Transfer?

* Completed in-depth scientific research in chemistry and physics
* Analyzed data using advanced statistical software
* Presented original research to a panel of judges.
* Received a 1st award at the regional meeting

Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science 11th Grade

Aug 2018 - May 2019

Associated with Wilmington Area High School

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Project Title: How Does Temperature Affect Impact Attenuation?

* Earned the Outstanding Junior Presenter of the Year award and a $12,000 scholarship to SRU

* Completed in-depth scientific research in chemistry and physics
* Analyzed data using advanced statistical software
* Presented original research to a panel of judges.
* Received a perfect score award at the regional meeting
* Received a 1st award at the state meeting