Simon Tran

Email: Satran@email.uark.edu | 109 Bloomfield Dr. Keller, TX 76248 | Cell: (817) 901-1317

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Biology - Pre-dental Curriculum
University of Arkansas, J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences
Cumulative GPA: 3.7 May 2018

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mimi Family Dental Fort Worth, TX
Front Desk Assistant Sterile Technician June 2013 August 2016
Sterilized and set up dental instruments, admitted patients and took their vitals
Obtained knowledge and experience in dealing with dental procedures and business
Interacted with many diverse populations, through communication, face to face conversation, and
assistance
Fluent in Vietnamese: Interacted with many patients through strong interpersonal skills

HPER University Recreation Fayetteville, AR

Lifeguard March 2015 Present
Maintained the safety and well-being of all patrons in or around the pool. Identified and
prevented any potentially dangerous elements in the facility
Worked 15 hours/week while attending upper level college courses

The Keller Pointe Keller, TX

Swim Instructor and Lifeguard May 2013 August 2015
Ensured supervision of patrons and demonstrated instructor skills by teaching over 50 children
ages 3-14 how to successfully swim
CPR and First Aid certified and Water Safety Instructor certified
Successfully rescued 2 toddlers from drowning situations

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP

National Society of Leadership and Success Fayetteville, AR
Active Member April 2015 Present
Maintained high academic standing while participating in leadership roles for registered student
organizations
Obtained leadership skills and career advice from well-established professionals

Emerging Leaders Program Fayetteville, AR

Active Member January 2015
Developed skills in leadership and management by working with small groups of peers (5-10
people per group)
Sigma Phi Epsilon Fayetteville, AR
Member Development Cabinet September 2015 April 2016
Work alongside the VP of Member Development to create innovative programs and class room
settings to further the knowledge and aid in the development of New Members in Sigma Phi
Epsilon

Pre-Dental Club Fayetteville, AR

Peer Mentor January 2017 Present
Organized study sessions and monthly personal check-ins
Guided underclassmen in the development of skills and strategies for pursuit of a dental
profession.

COMMUNITY SERVICE
Sigma Phi Epsilon Fayetteville, AR
Philanthropy Cabinet Community Service and Volunteer Chair September 2016 Present
Organized and assisted philanthropy efforts to raise money for causes such as Autism Speaks,
childrens literacy, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Coordinated multiple volunteer events around campus and within the Northwest Arkansas
Community
Set up online website for members to register and record community service hours

Natural Teeth Fayetteville, AR

Volunteer Member October 2016 Present
Volunteer speaker educating children on the importance of dental hygiene
Traveled to multiple elementary schools in the Northwest Arkansas community promoting dental
health through education and philanthropy

Volunteer Action Center Literacy Program Fayetteville, AR

Volunteer Reader September 2015 December 2016
Worked with children at Leverett Elementary School on a weekly basis to improve their literacy
and reading skills

LifeSource International Fayetteville, AR

After School Program Volunteer Tutor January 2015 Present
Tutored under privileged children ages 4-14 in mathematics, reading comprehension, and science

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church Keller, TX

Vacation Bible School Camp Counselor Summers of 2011 2014
Supervised small group of children (6-12 total)
Demonstrated ability to handle administrative tasks and lead small groups successfully
Attended Keeping Children Safe course training
ACHEIEVMENTS & SKILLS
Achievements:
Inducted into Mortar Board National College Senior Honor Society (Spring 2017)
Dean's List - University of Arkansas (Fall 2014, Fall 2015)
Chancellors List - University of Arkansas (Spring 2015, Fall 2016, Spring 2017)
University of Arkansas - Center for Community Engagement Award (2016-2017)
University of Arkansas - Chancellors Community Service Award (2015-2016)
Sigma Phi Epsilon Zollinger Scholar Award Recipient Most Outstanding Sophomore (Spring
2016)
University of Arkansas Academic Scholarship Recipient (Spring 2015)
Non-Resident Tuition Award Scholarship Recipient
Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society - Arkansas
Certified Swim Instructor
3-time Track-and-field letterman; 2-time Football letterman
TAPPS DIV. I Football State Champion
Skills:
Literacy and teaching skills
Filmmaking and editorial skills
Bilingual in Vietnamese and English
Interpersonal communication skills
Certified Swim instructor
Teaching & mentoring skills with 2+ years practical experience
Basic dental knowledge
Proficient in Microsoft OS