S. ANDREW SHEPPARD
sheppard@umn.edu • +1 763 227 8106
www.andrewsheppard.net
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Computer Science
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, 2011 (or so)
M.S. Computer Science
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, May 2009
B.S. Information Technology Management with high distinction
Minor in Business Management
University of Minnesota, Crookston, May 2005
A.A.S. Software Development & Web Design and Development with honors
Anoka-Hennepin Technical College, Anoka, MN, May 2002
HONORS
Chancellors List (4.0 GPA), Fall 2003 - Fall 2004
Outstanding Achievement in Math & Physics, Fall 2003 - Spring 2004
Dean's List (4.0 GPA), Fall 2000 - Spring 2002
QUALIFICATIONS AND INTERESTS
Ongoing research involving open-source or "free" software and related concepts, including GNU/Linux and the Apache web server.
Database driven website application development using Perl and MySQL.
Experience in networking and database management, and administration of multiple operating systems.
Coursework in project management, documentation standards and internet business (e-Commerce) concepts.
Intermediate fluency in Japanese and interest in East Asian cultures, languages, and business.
LANGUAGES AND SKILLS
Communication - English, Japanese (intermediate)
Programming - Perl, ActionScript, Python, SQL, C++, Java, Lisp, PHP
Web - HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML
Operating Systems - GNU/Linux, Mac OS X, Android, Symbian, Windows
Applications - Apache, PostgreSQL, MySQL, GIMP, ImageMagick
RESEARCH AND EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant
GroupLens Research Group
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
January 2008 - Present
Internet Application Development
University of Minnesota
Crookston, MN
October 2003 - Present
- River Watch Database - www.riverwatch.umn.edu
In cooperation with the International Water Institute and the Northwest Minnesota Regional Sustainable Development Partnership. Designed to facilitate the collaboration of regional schools and other volunteers as they measure water quality in the Red River basin. - Local Foods Partnership - www.localfoods.umn.edu
Initiated by Linda Kingery and the Northwest Minnesota Regional Sustainable Development Partnership. Designed to link local farmers and producers with potential buyers, ultimately promoting sustainable agriculture and regional economic growth. The website allows each producer to log in and update information regarding their organization, and is continually improved by regular meetings with local producers and other users.
LEADERSHIP ROLES
Club President
Multicultural-International Club
University of Minnesota
Crookston, MN
Fall 2004 - Spring 2005
Officiated club meetings and organized trips and activities for one of the largest clubs on the UMC campus, consisting primarily of international students. Activities included a variety show put on for the Crookston community.
REFERENCES
David DeMuth, Jr., Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Math, Science and Technology Department
University of Minnesota, Crookston, MN 56716
demuth@umn.edu - (218) 281-8259
ray.crk.umn.edu/~demuth
Linda Kingery, M.S.
Executive Director
Northwest Minnesota Regional Sustainable Development Partnership
University of Minnesota, Crookston, MN 56716
kinge002@umn.edu - (877) 854-7737
www.regionalpartnerships.umn.edu/northwest
Marvin Marshak, Ph.D.
Professor
School of Physics and Astronomy
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, MN 55455
marshak@umn.edu - (612) 624-1312
www.hep.umn.edu/people/Marvin.Marshak.html
Transcripts available on request.