Nicholas L.

LaFalce

335307 Georgia Tech Station, Atlanta, GA, 30332-1610

Mobile: 407-803-3540
Email: n lafalce@gatech.edu

EDUCATION:
Georgia Institute of Technology - Atlanta, GA
Candidate for Bachelor of Science in Computational Media (May 2020)
Threads: Media and Game Studies
GPA: Contact for Further Information
OBJECTIVE:

To better improve my own skills in programming and to work on a media or game project collaboratively
in a professional setting.
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Programming: Java & Python
Operating Systems: Windows & Linux
LEADERSHIP POSITIONS & ACTIVITIES:
Boy Scouts of America (BSA)
Began as a Cub Scout in first grade and crossed over to Boy Scouts in 5th grade. Awarded Eagle Rank in May
2015 after completing my Eagle Scout Project, which required more than 300 service hours from me and my team of
volunteers. During my time in scouting I have been an active troop member attending weekly meetings year-round,
held different leadership positions, and participated in many troop activities including a National Jamboree and
High Adventure activity.
BSA Eagle Scout Rank (May 2015)
BSA Eagle Bronze Palm (September 2015)
BSA Troop 84
o Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (2013 2015)
o Order of the Arrow Representative (2013 2016)
o Patrol Leader (2012 2013)
o Troop Skills Mentor (2012-2013)
2010 National Scout Jamboree (100th Anniversary of Boy Scouts of America)
Northern Tier National High Adventure Base (Ely, MN) Cold-weather camping, December 2013
Florida Youth Commission (FYC)
Selected from hundreds of applicants statewide, to join a group of 20 students across the state who serve as youth
leaders statewide and advise the Florida Children and Youth Cabinet of key issues facing Floridas next generation.
Created a website at floridayouthcommission.com .
Florida Youth Commissioner/Webmaster (2014 - 2015)
Invited to serve again for 2015 2016 term
Hugh OBrien Youth (HOBY) Leadership Conference
Student selected as the WPS Sophomore Representative to attend the HOBY Conference (June 2014).
National Junior Classical League (NJCL)
National Junior Classical League (NJCL) Latin Club Scribe (2013 - 2016)
National Junior Classical League (NJCL) National Latin Exam Award

Summa Cum Laude (2013) / Magna Cum Laude (2014) / Cum Laude (2015)

ESports Club
Reinvigorated the gaming club at my school by sharing my ideas about activities and fundraising with the faculty
sponsor and then leading the group to transform from an afternoon hang out to a legitimate school club.
ESports Club President (2014 2016)
Wind Ensemble
Began studying Tuba with private lessons in middle school and continue to play as a member of the WPS Wind
Ensemble and Jazz Band.
Florida Music Educators Association (FMEA) Solo Performance Award
o State Award (March 2015) / Regional Award (March 2013, 2014, 2015)
Central Florida Private School Honor Band Member (2014)
WPS Wind Ensemble Award (May 2013 & 2015)
Florida Music Educators Association (FMEA) All-State Musician (Tuba) (January 2013)
Eastern U.S. Music Camp - Colgate University (Summer 2012)
FSU (Florida State University) Summer Music Camp Tuba Workshop (Summer 2011)
European Charity Band Tour Tuba Player (Summer 2011, 2012)
VOLUNTEER & COMMUNITY SERVICE:
Tutor, Christian Service Center, KidsFOCUSProgram, Ocoee, FL (August 2013 January 2015)
Met weekly with elementary school children and tutored them in mathematics and other subjects, which helped
improve their standardized test scores.
Booth Coordinator/Captain, IRONMAN 70.3 Florida, Lake Eva Park, Haines City, FL (April 2013)
Handled logistics for Boy Scout volunteers. Communicated with event organizer and managed booth affairs.
Ensured runners were tended to. Runners voted and the Troop 84 pirate themed booth won Top Prize of $1,000.
Booth Volunteer, IRONMAN 70.3 Florida, Lake Eva Park, Haines City, FL (May 2010, 2011, 2012)
Offered cups of water and other beverages and snacks to runners as they ran past the booth. Called out runner
names and numbers to cheer them on and offer encouragement to help them during the race.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Student Intern, GE Foundation, One Connection Management Group (July 2013, 2014)
Ran the registration booth and filed paperwork, sorted conference equipment and supplies, helped with
pre-conference set-up for the groups annual meeting at Walt Disney World (Orlando, FL) Interacted with
conference attendees who ranged from political leaders to local school educators.
Camp Counselor, Camp Shands, North Florida Council, B.S.A., Hawthorne, FL (June-July 2014)
Supervised campers and taught Merit Badge classes in Ecology during Boy Scout Summer Camp. Lead the Ecology
lodge and was responsible for other counselors while working and teaching classes.
Food Runner, Loews Hotels, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel (June-August, 2016)
Worked at Splendidos Pool Bar & Grill through running food to and waiting for guests who stayed at the hotel
over the summer. Assisted in setting up the pool area and conducting its operations during the day to ensure that
guests had an enjoyable and exciting experience.