Amelia Monsour
Financial Aid Policy Coordinator at The Student Advocate's Office- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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The Student Advocate's Office
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Financial Aid Policy Coordinator
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Jun 2023 - Present
- Oversee division specific policy projects, constantly engaging caseworkers from all divisions in such projects - Lead meetings, work with campus partners, assign deliverables, and ensure timely completion of projects - Design and implement external and internal facing policy
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Financial Aid Caseworker
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Sep 2022 - Present
- Caseworker in the Financial Aid division of the ASUC Student Advocate's Office - Counsel students experiencing financial difficulties and assist students in filing financial aid appeals such as residency appeals - Advocate for each student's rights as I help students navigate the bureaucracy of UC Berkeley. "The ASUC Student Advocate's Office is a student-run office. Each year, we assist hundreds of students with issues regarding the University. These cases inform our advocacy… Show more - Caseworker in the Financial Aid division of the ASUC Student Advocate's Office - Counsel students experiencing financial difficulties and assist students in filing financial aid appeals such as residency appeals - Advocate for each student's rights as I help students navigate the bureaucracy of UC Berkeley. "The ASUC Student Advocate's Office is a student-run office. Each year, we assist hundreds of students with issues regarding the University. These cases inform our advocacy for changes in University policy that prioritize and protect students’ rights and general welfare."
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International Rescue Committee
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Economic Empowerment Intern
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Jun 2023 - Present
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Cal ACLU
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Director of Criminal Justice Committee
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Jan 2023 - Present
- Oversee committee of 15 members with focus on advocacy related to criminal justice issues - Plan weekly meetings, compile weekly agenda, lead weekly 1-hour meetings - Facilitate collaboration and discussion among committee members, oversee project planning, including brainstorming, logistical operations, and delegation of responsibilities among members - Working to expand access to volunteer opportunities for members and establish partnerships through outreach to like-minded… Show more - Oversee committee of 15 members with focus on advocacy related to criminal justice issues - Plan weekly meetings, compile weekly agenda, lead weekly 1-hour meetings - Facilitate collaboration and discussion among committee members, oversee project planning, including brainstorming, logistical operations, and delegation of responsibilities among members - Working to expand access to volunteer opportunities for members and establish partnerships through outreach to like-minded organizations
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Criminal Justice Committee Member
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Sep 2022 - Dec 2022
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University of California, Berkeley
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Student Learning Center Writing Tutor
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Feb 2023 - May 2023
- participate in weekly seminars and explore readings studying critical pedagogy and composition theories while focusing on reflective practice - study various genres of writing, different styles of learning, and multiple strategies for working with developing and advanced student writers - prepare to conduct one-on-one virtual and in-person writing tutoring sessions through a critical problem-posing model with the goal of enhancing a student's own skills and prioritizing students'… Show more - participate in weekly seminars and explore readings studying critical pedagogy and composition theories while focusing on reflective practice - study various genres of writing, different styles of learning, and multiple strategies for working with developing and advanced student writers - prepare to conduct one-on-one virtual and in-person writing tutoring sessions through a critical problem-posing model with the goal of enhancing a student's own skills and prioritizing students' agency over their writing "The SLC Writing Program supports Cal undergraduates in their journey to become more persuasive and purposeful writers. Via student-initiated conferences and peer-facilitated workshops, our services seek to embolden students to take ownership of their growth as writers and scholars." Show less - participate in weekly seminars and explore readings studying critical pedagogy and composition theories while focusing on reflective practice - study various genres of writing, different styles of learning, and multiple strategies for working with developing and advanced student writers - prepare to conduct one-on-one virtual and in-person writing tutoring sessions through a critical problem-posing model with the goal of enhancing a student's own skills and prioritizing students'… Show more - participate in weekly seminars and explore readings studying critical pedagogy and composition theories while focusing on reflective practice - study various genres of writing, different styles of learning, and multiple strategies for working with developing and advanced student writers - prepare to conduct one-on-one virtual and in-person writing tutoring sessions through a critical problem-posing model with the goal of enhancing a student's own skills and prioritizing students' agency over their writing "The SLC Writing Program supports Cal undergraduates in their journey to become more persuasive and purposeful writers. Via student-initiated conferences and peer-facilitated workshops, our services seek to embolden students to take ownership of their growth as writers and scholars." Show less
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Education
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University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Science and Public Policy -
Pasadena High School
High School Diploma