Madeleine Sorrell
Undergraduate Researcher
Knoxville
Summary
Dedicated and highly motivated student with experience in computational research. Consistently demonstrated problem-solving and data analysis skills. Has a strong record of community leadership and involvement. Seeking to leverage research and leadership skills in a challenging environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Ambassador
University of Tennessee - College of Arts and Science
08.2025 - Current
- Led personalized one-on-one tours with students over 50 students, covering more than 60 majors
- Assisted in large scale campus events, utilizing public speaking to share my experiences
- Assisted recruitment office staff with administrative tasks such as data entry, mailings, and event planning to help streamline processes.
- Developed in-depth knowledge of university resources and services and promoted to prospective students.
Undergraduate Researcher in Astrophysics
University of Tennessee - Physics Summer Fellowship
05.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented multiple Python routines to analyze nucleosynthesis in diverse data sets
- Utilized research skills to identify multiple routes of nucleosynthesis
- Collaborated with professors and graduate students to create tools that were applicable to multiple data sets
Pantry Coordinator
Smokey’s Pantry: A FISH Hospitality Pantry at UTK
08.2024 - Current
- Organized volunteer shifts and oversaw five volunteers per shift in their duties
- Coordinate between different outreach groups to plan donation drives
- Managed emails, text messages, phone calls, and in person inquiries about the pantry
- Served over 1000 individuals in the community
Orientation Leader
University of Tennessee - New Vol Experience
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Facilitated small group discussion for thirty incoming students daily, discussing academics and campus resources
- Resolved conflicts and addressed student and parent concerns in a professional manner
- Demonstrated strong public speaking skills leading bus tours and academic building tours
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physics
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Arts And Science
Knoxville, Tennessee05.2027
Skills
- Proficient at Microsoft Suites
- Intermediate Python
- Beginner Circuitry
- Data Analysis
- Student Mentoring
- Event Planning
HONORS & AWARDS
UTK Chancellor’s Honors 2023 Cohort, Dean’s List: Summa Cum Laude Spring 2025, National Merit Scholarship Recipient 2023, Volunteer Scholarship 2023 – Present
INVOLVEMENT
Alpha Omega Epsilon STEM Sorority at UTK Knoxville, Tennessee
Philanthropy Director, Recruitment Director, Member September 2024 – Present
- Directed recruitment events for over 90 potential members and 50 active members, leading to the highest number of potential members in the sorority's history
- Planned philanthropy events on and off campus for members to get involved in the community
- Chaired two committees and allocated different responsibilities to its members
- Actively participated in fostering social and professional development for female STEM students
Women and Gender Minorities in Physics at UTK Knoxville, Tennessee
Member January 2025 - Present
- Involved in a mentorship program, learning from female professors and helping female underclassmen
- Participated in events centered around getting research and experience in physics
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
- Honors Astronomy I & II
- Quantum Physics and Applications
- Thermal Physics
- Mechanics
- Electromagnetism
- Electronics Lab
Timeline
Student Ambassador
University of Tennessee - College of Arts and Science
08.2025 - Current
Undergraduate Researcher in Astrophysics
University of Tennessee - Physics Summer Fellowship
05.2025 - Current
Pantry Coordinator
Smokey’s Pantry: A FISH Hospitality Pantry at UTK
08.2024 - Current
Orientation Leader
University of Tennessee - New Vol Experience
01.2024 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Physics
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Arts And Science