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Kenneth Wainaina

Kenneth Wainaina

Clarksburg Heights, MD, US

 
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About 

I am a Graduate Architect, an Associate of AIA (American Institute of Architects), and a U.S. LEED Green Associate certified professional who is passionate about Sustainability and the positive effects it has on the built environment. 

I am in the process of transitioning to graduate school for a Master of Architecture in Fall 2023, with a goal of becoming a licensed architect in two years. I am actively looking for work opportunitites in line with my academic profession. 

Having been born abroad, I view myself as a global citizen with an understanding of people from different parts of the world with diverse cultures, ethnicity and cultural-religious beliefs, and the understanding of world geopolitics, which is a plus in our profession. With some of these life experiences, I see myself as a ambassador not only in my area of study and profession, but on issues such as community and collaborations from various individuals and entities. The adaptability to change and having cross-cultural awareness, is one of the key reasons I continuously look for solutions to the challenges we face in our profession. 

Just to mention, I have 15 years of experience in various industries abroad such as construction, real estate, and landscaping. In addition, I possess attributes such as people skills, leadership skills, organizational skills, problem solving and critical thinking skills, teamwork, netwroking, comprehensive marketing and analytics skills which are great assests. I am a strong believer in green building practices that preserve precious natural resources and improve the quality of life. I am open to meeting anyone who shares these ideologies to discuss various opportunities and other openings.


Employment 

Hemmingway Blooms Kenya Limited, Nairobi, KE, Director

Jul 2012 - current
 

Education 

University of Maryland, College Park, MD, US, Bachelors, Architecture

I attained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Architecture. While still here, I passed the LEED exam and qualified as a U.S. LEED Green Associate, in Fall 2022.

Jul 2021 - May 2023
 

Montgomery College, Rockville, MD, US, Associate Degree

I attained an Associate Degree in Applied Science majoring in (Architecture Technology) with Honors.

Sep 2019 - May 2021
 

Awards 

Michael Scott De France Endowment - Study Abroad, Scholarship

This scholarship was awarded to me for study abroad academic program to Havanna, Cuba that took place in Jan 2023. I was part of the (first ever cohort) – to study Architecture, History, Planning, Preservation, Economics, Culture and Art in three Cuban cities: Havana, Vinales and Varadero.

2023
 

Renaissance Scholars Award, Scholarship

This award is awarded to students who showcase outstanding academic excellence.

2021
 

Rycroft Scholarship, Scholarship

This award is awarded to students who showcase outstanding academic excellence.

2021
 

Student Senator at Large Leadership Award, Award

I was awarded this Leadrship Award while serving diligently as a student leader at Montgomery College.

2020
 

Maryland Community College Leadership Certification, Nomination

I was nominated and awarded a certificate by MCCADA while serving a student leader at Montgomery College.

2019
 

Dean's List, Honorable Mention

Academic Excellence recognition

2019
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills