Alfonso Gunaratnam
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Spanish Professional working proficiency
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Experience
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Office of Governor Tim Walz & Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern
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Jan 2023 - Present
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University of St. Thomas School of Law
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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J.D. Candidate
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May 2021 - Present
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Law Clerk
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May 2022 - Aug 2022
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Exact Sciences
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United States
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Biotechnology Research
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700 & Above Employee
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Recruitment Coordinator
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May 2021 - Aug 2021
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UW Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Recruitment Specialist
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Mar 2019 - May 2021
• Provide advice to hiring managers on relevant processes/procedures for creating job requisitions, positions vacancies, and preparing for recruitment • Review all job requisition information for accuracy, completeness and appropriate approvals • Obtain positions description, numbers, and verify approval with Compensation staff • Coordinate referral of applicants and the scheduling of initial and subsequent interviews, and reference checks on final candidates • Complete and review hiring forms and enter appropriate data into Oracle system • Review new hire paperwork for disclosure of related criminal convictions and review findings with recruiter • Facilitate completion of social security verification, education verifications, and license and certificate requirements
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Tutor
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Sep 2018 - May 2021
Peer Tutor Political Science and Spanish courses Peer Tutor Political Science and Spanish courses
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Chief of Staff - UWL Student Association
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Aug 2018 - May 2021
• Manage the Executive Cabinet of the Student Senate. Assist the VP and the Legislative Branch • Oversee Student Senate projects, legislation, community and constituent outreach • Assist and advise the President and Vice-President on resolutions and on any unexpected issues • Provide protocol and guidelines to students in carrying out projects on campus • Manage the Executive Cabinet of the Student Senate. Assist the VP and the Legislative Branch • Oversee Student Senate projects, legislation, community and constituent outreach • Assist and advise the President and Vice-President on resolutions and on any unexpected issues • Provide protocol and guidelines to students in carrying out projects on campus
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Vice-President of Student Association
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Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
• Served as Vice-President of UWL Student Association and President of the Senate • Built consensus and drafted legislation to improve student and campus life • Coordinated and conducted the Student Senate meetings as presiding officer • Developed diplomatic relationships and collaborated with the Chancellor, Provost, and administration on university initiatives; provided student input on budget allocations • Interpreted government regulations and advocated for student rights • Fostered diversity and inclusion, and ensured fair and diverse student representation • Example of Resolution Passed - SA1718-033: Resolution Giving Asian, Latina, Native American Women (ALANA) a Permanent Seat within Student Senate
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Kimberly High School - Summer Tennis Camp
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KImberly, WI
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Tennis Coach
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Jun 2016 - 2018
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Senator - Asian Student Organization (ASO)
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Sep 2015 - May 2017
• Discussed campus and state policies affecting constituents and the campus • Student representative to campus-wide committees on inclusivity, cultural, and legislative affairs• Collaborated with fellow Student Senators to write resolutions promoting the well-being of the campus community• Resolution passed - SA1617-021: Resolution to Advocate for Hmong Learning Opportunities on Campus
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Peer Educator, Students Educating and Embracing Diversity (SEEDs)
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Jan 2016 - May 2016
• Created workshops presentations focused on promoting diversity and inclusion on campus• Worked with Resident Assistants (RA’s) on campus to address societal and climate issues
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Democratic Party of Wisconsin
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United States
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Political Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Fellow Intern
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Jun 2016 - Nov 2016
Fellow Intern for Hillary Clinton and Russ Feingold Campaigns Fellow Intern for Hillary Clinton and Russ Feingold Campaigns
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Thrivent
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate Financial Advisor
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Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
Responsible for making mostly outbound calls and communicating in a clear, efficient, and friendly manner while making eligible clients aware of certain benefits they may qualify for. Responsible for making mostly outbound calls and communicating in a clear, efficient, and friendly manner while making eligible clients aware of certain benefits they may qualify for.
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Greater Madison Tennis Association
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Madison, WI
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Tennis Instructor
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Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
Responsible for coaching a tennis team ages 8-14 and helped them develop tennis skills as well as a love for the game. I would occasionally provide transportation to and from a tennis site for some players. Responsible for coaching a tennis team ages 8-14 and helped them develop tennis skills as well as a love for the game. I would occasionally provide transportation to and from a tennis site for some players.
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Education
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University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Science, Minor in Spanish -
Madison West High School
High School Degree