Colter J. Tower
"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." - Winston Churchill
About Me
Hello! I'm Colter, a passionate and dedicated individual with a diverse background and a commitment to excellence. If you were to ask me about my life's purpose, my answer would be simple: to help people. Every morning, I set a reminder to serve someone that day, keeping me focused on what truly matters. My goal is to find "the one" each day, the person who needs my help the most.
I'm a passionate learner who thrives on connecting with people and understanding what makes them who they are. I believe in the power of learning from anyone, and when it comes to academics, I'm like a sponge, eager to soak in all the information presented to me—especially when it involves science! I strongly associate learning with growth, recognizing that acquiring new knowledge helps me evolve into a better version of myself.
As a highly motivated individual with ambitious goals, I often find myself dreaming of a bright future for myself, my family, and the world around me. I am dedicated to doing everything I can to turn those dreams into reality.
Education
Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah
Nutritional Science Major | August 2021 - April 2025
Currently studying Nutritional Science at BYU with a GPA of 3.99.
Lehi High School, Lehi, Utah
High School Diploma | August 2016 - May 2019
Graduated with Honors as a 4.0 student, serving as Student Body President in my senior year.
Professional Experience
Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
Resident Assistant | August 2021 - April 2025
As a Resident Assistant, I cultivated leadership and communication skills while overseeing the well-being of 60 residents. I organized engaging floor activities, conducted weekly meetings, and fostered open communication, creating a safe and comfortable environment.
Lehi City Recreation, Lehi, UT
Assistant Aquatics Manager | April 2022 - Dec 2023
In my role, I received comprehensive training in First Aid, CPR, life-saving skills, and waterpark safety. Leading and training staff, I ensured the safety and enjoyment of pool patrons and created a healthy work environment.
Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
Lead Teaching Assistant | August 2022 - April 2025
Managed the training of 200+ TAs at BYU Online, earning awards for a growth mindset, active learning, and mental health. Personally assisted and taught NDFS 100 students weekly, collaborating with teachers and students.
Volunteer Work
Premier Family Medicine, Lehi, UT
Job Shadow | Summer 2022
Gained hands-on experience in patient interactions, care administration, and medical
practice logistics.Bishops Storehouse, Mukilteo, WA
Volunteer | May 2020 - November 2020
Volunteered over 100 hours to support community needs.
Salvation Army, WA
Volunteer | December 2020 - June 2021
Contributed over 50 hours to various community service initiatives.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Seattle, WA
Full-Time Volunteer | June 2019 - June 2021
Led 200+ service projects and conducted weekly analysis of key indicators, showcasing commitment to community and teamwork.
Research
Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
Research Assistant in Kenealey Lab | August 2022 - October 2023
Conducted thermodynamic and calorimetric experiments with industry-wide applications. Presented research at my university’s CURA Conference, winning 2nd place. Contributed to a research paper currently in the process of being published.
Contact
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