Eugene Thomas
About Eugene Thomas
Eugene Thomas serves as the First-Year Counselor for Ezra Stiles College at Yale University, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in mechanical engineering and has held various roles in education and technology, while also engaging in community service in the New Haven area.
Work at Yale University
Eugene Thomas has been serving as a First-Year Counselor for Ezra Stiles College at Yale University since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for planning and managing weekly events aimed at fostering community engagement among 130 first-year students. Additionally, he provides personal and academic advising to twelve first-year students, assisting them in their transition to university life. His involvement at Yale also includes working as an Undergraduate Researcher since 2020, where he engages in academic research activities.
Education and Expertise
Eugene Thomas earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Yale University, completing his studies from 2018 to 2022. His academic interests are diverse, spanning from African American Studies to Data Science. Prior to his time at Yale, he attended Stuyvesant High School, where he achieved an Advanced Regents Diploma with a GPA of 4.0.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role at Yale University, Eugene Thomas gained valuable experience through various positions. He worked as a Product Engineering Intern at John Deere for three months in 2021. He also served as a Cluster Technician at the Student Technology Collaborative from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he worked as a Grader, Undergraduate Learning Assistant, and Course-Based Peer Tutor at Yale University from 2019 to 2021, and as a Student Instructor at New York University from 2016 to 2019.
Community Involvement
Eugene Thomas actively volunteers in the greater New Haven area, contributing to various community service efforts. His commitment to community engagement reflects his dedication to supporting and enhancing the local community through volunteer work.