Mach Riak Garang

User-focused Software Engineer and Entrepreneurial Leader

Berea, US.

About

Self-driven and reliable Software Engineer and Entrepreneurial Leader passionate about entrepreneurship and building practical solutions that improve communities. I combine technical execution with leadership, communication, and program-building experience across education and youth development initiatives.

Work

Berea College

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Teaching Assistant | Economics / Business

Berea, KY, US

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Summary

Contributes to faculty-led research in education economics by conducting literature reviews and organizing essential research materials at Berea College.

Highlights

Contributed to comprehensive literature reviews for faculty-led education economics research, enhancing scholarly output and research quality.

Organized and evaluated diverse research materials, ensuring high quality and accessibility for academic projects and course support.

Berea College

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Teaching Assistant | Wellness

Berea, KY, US

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Summary

Provides structured academic support to over 100 students across two courses and conducts objective data collection for research initiatives in a high-traffic academic environment.

Highlights

Supported over 100 students across two courses, delivering structured academic assistance that improved learning outcomes and student comprehension.

Conducted research and collected objective data from 100+ samples utilizing VALD, Sozo, Tanita, and subjective surveys, ensuring high data integrity and reliability.

Maintained accurate documentation and streamlined organized workflows within a high-traffic academic setting, enhancing operational efficiency and data management.

Joint Debate Society of South Sudan

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Executive Director

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Summary

Founded and served as Executive Director of the Joint Debate Society of South Sudan, building the organization’s structure, strategy, and national impact from the ground up.

Highlights

Established the organization and designed its operating structure, teams, and execution systems for sustainable growth.

Launched flagship programs including Junub Debate Academy and the World Schools Team South Sudan pipeline.

Led the preparation pathway that enabled South Sudan’s first-ever debut at the World Schools Debate Championship in 2026, representing the country among 70+ nations.

Volunteer

Dean Circles Member

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African Leadership University

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Selected into a small Dean Circles cohort at African Leadership University to bridge communication between top school administration and 3,000+ students.

Highlights

Served as a direct student-administration bridge for over 3,000 students, helping surface priorities and improve responsiveness.

Collaborated with university leadership and student representatives to strengthen communication, trust, and student support outcomes.

Education

Berea College

Berea, KY, United States of America
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B.S. Computer Science Grade: 4.00

Courses

Berea College Full-Ride Scholarship

African Leadership University

Kigali, Kigali, Rwanda
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B.A. Entrepreneurial Leadership Grade: 4.5

Courses

Mastercard Foundation Scholar (Full-Ride, joined 2025)

Dean Circles Member bridging communication between 3,000+ students and the Dean of Academic Affairs

Awards

Dean's List Award for Leadership

African Leadership University

Recognized for leadership through Joint Debate initiatives that impacted students across South Sudan via debate and public speaking.

Full-Ride Scholarship

Berea College

Awarded a full-ride scholarship covering all educational expenses at Berea College.

Mastercard Foundation Scholar

Mastercard Foundation

Awarded a full-ride scholarship by the Mastercard Foundation for studies at African Leadership University (joined in 2025).

Skills

Programming Languages

Python, C++, HTML/CSS, JavaScript.

Analytics & Research

Data Collection, Data Analysis, Social Media Analytics, Audience Metrics, Strategic Reporting, Literature Review, Surveys.

Tools & Platforms

Meta Business Suite, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Canva, VALD System, Sozo, Tanita.

Projects

Joint Debate Society Website

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Summary

As Founder & Lead Developer, built the Joint Debate Society's first website to articulate its mission, impact, and scale, serving as a central communication platform.