Ian Wurst

Nampa, ID • (208) 695-8114 • ianwurst@outlook.com

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Education

Northwest Nazarene University, Nampa, ID
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Emphasis in Data Science
GPA: 3.935 / 4.0
Studied Abroad in Nairobi, Kenya — Fall 2022

Key Skills
  • Python, SQL, Power BI, Pandas
  • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
  • Data Analysis, Reporting
  • Customer Service & Communication
  • Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Quick Learner
  • Attention to Detail, Self-Motivated

Experience

IT Services TA / Helpdesk – NNU Oct. 2021 – Present
  • First point of contact between users and IT team
  • Communicated effectively with frustrated users
  • Streamlined troubleshooting, improving helpdesk response time
Finance & Operations Intern – NNU Summer 2024
  • Applied Data Science to reduce financial report processing time by 91%
  • Generated data-driven insights to support better decision-making

Favorite Projects

Finance Reporting Tool

Developed a Python/Power BI app to replace a time-consuming reporting process. Results now generated in 9–20 seconds using Pandas and runtime optimization.

LAN Battleship Game

Created a multiplayer game over LAN to learn about networking, parallel processing, and event-driven design. Used object-oriented techniques for clarity and reusability.

Achievements

  • Dean’s List: Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Spring 2023, Spring 2024
  • President’s List: Fall 2023, Fall 2024
  • Phi Delta Lambda Honors Society (Top 15% of graduating class)