Lucien Darjeun Meadows
Managing Editor at National Association for Interpretation- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Dutch Limited working proficiency
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Cherokee Elementary proficiency
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English, Old (ca.450-1100) Limited working proficiency
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Credentials
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Certified Interpretive Manager (CIM)
National Association for InterpretationJan, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG)
National Association for InterpretationJan, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
Safe Space Trainer
Campus PrideJan, 2012- Oct, 2024
Experience
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National Association for Interpretation
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Editor
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Feb 2023 - Present
* Manages team of 7-10 Associate Editors and freelance Copyeditor * Reviews, approves, and edits submissions of articles, features, and interviews * Works with authors to improve accuracy and accessibility of accepted work * Ensures timely publication of work in 6 issues per year to 6,200+ subscribers * Manages team of 7-10 Associate Editors and freelance Copyeditor * Reviews, approves, and edits submissions of articles, features, and interviews * Works with authors to improve accuracy and accessibility of accepted work * Ensures timely publication of work in 6 issues per year to 6,200+ subscribers
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The Hopper
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Poetry Editor
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Jul 2019 - Present
* Leads Poetry Team (4-10 individuals) in reviewing 200+ annual submissions * Edits approved work and supports publicity campaigns for 2 annual e-issues * Leads Poetry Team (4-10 individuals) in reviewing 200+ annual submissions * Edits approved work and supports publicity campaigns for 2 annual e-issues
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Managing Editor
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Jul 2022 - Jun 2023
* Managed subscription list of 800+ subscribers, regularly NCOA-updating list* Partnered with internal and external sources to research fundraising initiatives* Facilitated “First Nations” multimedia online portfolio and managed website
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Associate Editor
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Jul 2021 - Jun 2022
* Managed team of 22 graduate and undergraduate students and 4 paid staff* Reviewed 5,000+ submissions in 7 genres, and published 1-2% of submissions* Produced 4 print issues (120pp each) and 1 e-issue to 800+ subscribers* Brought journal from 7 months behind schedule upon hire to fully on-schedule
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Prose Editor
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Jul 2020 - Jun 2021
* Led Prose Team (6-10 students) in soliciting, reviewing, and copyediting work* Coordinated editorial efforts toward social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion
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Translations Editor
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Jul 2019 - Jun 2020
* Partnered with editors to review and upvote submissions for publication* Increased publication of newer translators and non-Eurowestern work
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Reader: Poetry & Prose
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Jul 2018 - Jun 2020
* Served as initial reviewer of 1500+ submissions, providing comments for editors* Recognized for high volume of reviews and depth of comments
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Board Member Mentor & English Department Representative
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Jul 2018 - Jun 2023
* Mentored incoming Executive Board on GSFF policies and procedures (2020-23)* Supported applicants from queries through application and reporting (2018-23)
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President
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Jul 2020 - Jun 2021
* Directed university’s largest graduate student funding agency (30+ depts)* Liaised between offices, departments, and applicants, offering guidance* Led biweekly meetings to train representatives, review grants, and award funds* Implemented new agency-wide resources for representatives and applicants
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Director of Communications
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Jul 2019 - Jun 2020
* Managed communications between GSFF and departmental representatives* Interpreted policies to ensure representatives’ accurate and equitable service* Updated agency website within existing framework to better serve constituents
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University of Denver
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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English Instructor
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Jul 2019 - Jun 2022
* Generated collaborative, question-centered courses for undergraduate students.* Fostered inclusive environment for student writers to take risks and build skills.
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Writing Consultant
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Jul 2018 - Jun 2019
* Led 100+ hours of conversation- and question-based tutoring sessions.* Co-created and co-led training for graduate classes and new consultants.
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Fort Collins Museum of Discovery
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Foundation & Agency Relations Coordinator
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Sep 2015 - Aug 2018
* Stewarded relationships with past, current, and potential grant-based donors. * Managed annual grants portfolio of $250,000 (general operations + programs). * Created and revised Museum Operating Plan and Employee Handbook. * Selected for Sustainability Team, We Care Team, and city-wide LGBTQ Team. * Established, designed, implemented, and supervised Grants Intern program. * Promoted from Discovery Agent to Grants Coordinator to F&AR Coordinator. * Stewarded relationships with past, current, and potential grant-based donors. * Managed annual grants portfolio of $250,000 (general operations + programs). * Created and revised Museum Operating Plan and Employee Handbook. * Selected for Sustainability Team, We Care Team, and city-wide LGBTQ Team. * Established, designed, implemented, and supervised Grants Intern program. * Promoted from Discovery Agent to Grants Coordinator to F&AR Coordinator.
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U.S. Forest Service
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Library Technician
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Nov 2015 - Feb 2016
* Quickly reviewed and analyzed published scientific journal articles, book chapters, and other technical works to accurately catalog records. * Cataloged 500+ records with excellent attention to detail. * Filled 200+ interlibrary loan requests (100% received) within 24-48 hours. * Commended for flexibility, prompt service, collaboration, and self-direction. * Proficient in Virtua (Innovative) library software. * Exceeded all expectations for this temporary-term employment contract. Show less
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Southern Illinois University
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Writing Tutor
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Jul 2014 - Jun 2015
* Led 300+ hours of tutoring/consulting sessions for undergraduate, graduate, and faculty individuals and small groups across the sciences and the humanities.* Tutored multiple Ph.D. candidates preparing scientific dissertations. * Trained incoming tutors on best practices for composition students. * Helped students use library databases to find and understand materials.
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English Instructor
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Jul 2012 - Jun 2015
* Taught 10 sections of 4 different courses over 3 years, with 20 students per section: English Composition I and II, Creative Writing, and Technical Writing.* Used active learning, collaboration, and inquiry to motivate students.* Consistently recognized for superior tact, diplomacy, and communication.* Fluent in Blackboard, D2L, MyCompLab, and WebCT digital learning.
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Harford Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Library Technical Assistant
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Aug 2006 - Jul 2012
* Assisted students, faculty, and patrons via face-to-face, phone, and email. * Aided Librarians by responding to information requests during peak hours. * Trained and supervised incoming employees on policies and records. * Co-directed development and launch of campus-wide Safe Space Training. * Initiated, organized, and directed National Library Week Poetry Reading. * Processed serial, print, & media collections, with cataloging duties. * Fluent in Horizon, Polaris, WorldCat, ILLiad, Microsoft Office, Prezi, EndNote. Show less
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Education
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2018 - 2023
University of Denver
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, English & Literary Arts -
2012 - 2015
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Creative Writing -
2008 - 2010
Goucher College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology & English -
2004 - 2007
Harford Community College
Associate of Arts (AA), Psychology
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