ABOUT
Computer Science Student - University of Manitoba.
I'm a Computer Science student at the University of Manitoba, specializing in web development, software engineering, and AI. I enjoy building practical apps, learning new technologies, and working on projects that improve people's experiences. I'm always excited to learn new skills and concepts wherever I can!
RESUME
Summary
TIRTH CHAUDHARY
Computer Science student with strong programming skills and a passion for web development.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - COMPUTER SCIENCE
2022 - Present
University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB
Skills
Programming & Mark-up:
Python, Java, C, C++, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, LC-3 Assembly, R
Web / CMS:
Drupal, WordPress, Microsoft SharePoint, UM Banner, website design & content updates
Tools:
Git, GitHub, Unix, R Markdown, Microsoft 365, Figma, WaitWell, Slate, VSC, RStudio, LaTeX
Soft Skills:
Leadership, Communication, Problem-solving, Attention to detail, Self-motivation
Work Experience
DIGITAL COMMUNICATION & WEBSITE ASSISTANT
Dec 2024 – Present
Assessment, Communications and Outreach, University of Manitoba
- Maintain and update 20+ Student Affairs websites and SharePoint hubs
- Co-plan events for 29K+ students - managing logistics, timelines, and a 40+ person volunteer crew
- Report results: track web and event data and turn findings into clear summaries
- Build new pages, forms, and digital resources
- Coordinate with Design team to publish graphics, videos, and PDFs
STUDENT OFFICE ASSISTANT
May 2022 – Present
First Year Centre (FYC) & Virtual Advising Help Centre (VAHC), University of Manitoba
- Developed Transit Eligibility Checker, reducing manual review time
- Provide multi-channel support (chat, phone, email, video) to students
- Guide students through course selection and registration
- Track and analyze inquiry data to identify service gaps and recommend improvements
STUDENT ADMISSIONS ASSISTANT
Oct 2023 – Dec 2024
Admissions Office, University of Manitoba
- Conducted data entry for student applications and academic records with high accuracy
- Processed and verified grade entries, ensuring the integrity of the official records
VOLUNTEER & LEADERSHIP
Leadership Roles
Science Students' Association
May 2025 - May 2026
International Student Representative
- Advocate for international science students at SSA Council and with the UMSU community rep
- Plan and execute community-focused events, info sessions, and scholarship outreach
Programming Projects Club
May 2025 - May 2026
Promotions Lead
Plan and run promotions to boost club visibility and attendance, manage social media marketing, and create engaging content with the team.
Artificial Intelligence Club
May 2025 - May 2026
Promotions Lead
Lead marketing campaigns and promotional initiatives that grow club membership and boost event attendance.
Media Appearances
September 2024
Global News Winnipeg
Featured spokesperson in Global News Winnipeg's TV segment, where I highlighted the importance of orientation resources, campus involvement, and community support for new and international students.
Watch Interview
September 2024
UMFM 'The Learning Curve'
Volunteered for the UMFM Radio show 'The Learning Curve' where I discuss my experiences navigating the halls of U of M and my initial expectations and concerns.
Listen to Episode
May 2023
UM International Student Experience
Featured in a University of Manitoba promotional video, sharing my international student journey and highlighting campus involvement, leadership, and UM's inclusive community.
Watch VideoOrientation Volunteer
2022 - 2025
Volunteered at most University Orientation events throughout my academic journey, including Welcome Day, International Student Orientation, Open House, and prep week activities.
As an orientation volunteer, I helped new students navigate campus, answered questions about university life, and created a welcoming environment for incoming students. I also participated in creating orientation materials and leading campus tours.
PROJECTS
Transit Eligibility Checker for University-1
Built a responsive React-based tool that checks transit eligibility using the implemented transit rules and displaying progress via a dynamic Tailwind CSS progress bar.
- Implemented AGPA logic for Fall 2021+ terms, showing real-time success or error messages based on credit and grade thresholds.
- Added a print-friendly output with the 'Print / Save PDF' feature and styled results for seamless distribution to academic advisors.
Peer-to-Peer Vote Application
A full-stack "Vote App" with the MERN stack that lets users create, share, and manage polls, while guests can vote and view real-time results displayed with Chart.js.
- Implemented secure JWT authentication, role-aware Express, MongoDB, REST APIs, and password hashing with bcrypt to safeguard user data.
- Designed a responsive React front end with Redux state management and environment-driven configuration for seamless local development and cloud deployment.
- Used a test-driven approach by writing unit and integration tests using Jest and debugged the back-end API with Postman to build a robust and bug-free application.