Matthew Tamayo

Rising Sophomore pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering at The Ohio State University

University of Toronto, Toronto

Jul 2023 - Aug 2023

Student Researcher / Lab Assistant

• Conducted research on Saccharomyces cerevisiae under Prof. Grant Brown.
• Trained in yeast propagation, autoclaving media, gel electrophoresis, reagent management, and lab documentation.

Jan 2025 - Apr 2025

Private Engineering Tutor

• Tutoring engineering students in OnShape CAD software, enhancing their technical skills.

Lambda Phi Epsilon at The Ohio State University, Columbus

Apr 2025 - Present

Philanthropy Chair

• Recently elected to lead philanthropic initiatives, with a focus on collaborating with local Asian American organizations to plan advocacy-driven events.
• Working with the National Marrow Donor Program to promote awareness and increase donor registration within underrepresented communities.

Graduated at Whitmer High School as Summa Cum Laude, finishing 6th in the class, and with honors. Currently attending The Ohio State University.