Experience

University of Utah

• Alternative Breaks Program Manager

  • May 2021 - Present

  • Prepare all aspects of 20 weeklong and weekend immersive service-learning experiences including supervising 25 student leaders and advising 20 Faculty/Staff Partners in their experiences • Innovate new approaches to Alternative Breaks, such as COVID-19 protocols and critical training curriculum focused on justice and antiracism • Strategically build mutually-beneficial partnerships on campus with the Black Cultural Center, LGBT Resource Center, and American Indian Resource Center to create affinity or topical based experiences • Manage $120,000 in funding and organize other logistics for to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, such as risk management procedures, and access and inclusion practices • Collaborate on Bennion Center wide initiatives, such as our DEI plan and student compensation proposal Show less



Office of Dean of Students, Miami University

• Oxford, Ohio, United States

• Graduate Assistant

  • Aug 2020 - May 2021

  • Advised 11 Dean’s Advisory Board members to serve as liaisons between the student body and the Student Life staff to foster deeper understanding of student needs and University’s response • Conducted research to influence policy development, specifically in relation to the creation of Title IX adaptable resolution protocol and the improvement of university-wide bias reporting system • Consulted families in the medical withdrawal process to provide guidance and answer questions • Organized communication efforts to connect office with student body, including generation of daily social media content, the development of a podcast, and the revitalization of a student leader storytelling initiative • Managed COVID-19 student cases: intake self-report data and problem-solve on a case-by-case basis Show less



Orientation and Transition Programs, Miami University

• Oxford, Ohio, United States

• Graduate Practicum Student

  • Aug 2020 - Dec 2020

  • Analyzed data from 5,033 student and family responses to Summer 2020 pre- and post-surveys • Recommended improvements based on data analysis to stakeholders to improve the student experience • Analyzed data from 5,033 student and family responses to Summer 2020 pre- and post-surveys • Recommended improvements based on data analysis to stakeholders to improve the student experience



Student Affairs and Higher Education, Miami University

• Oxford, Ohio, United States

• Graduate Teaching Assistant

  • Aug 2020 - Oct 2020

  • Redesign EDL 660E: Critical Whiteness in Higher Education based in learning outcomes of cultivating critical whiteness and active antiracism • Facilitate class discussions for eight Master’s students and one professional staff member • Offer written and verbal constructive feedback to students that supports and challenges their growth • Redesign EDL 660E: Critical Whiteness in Higher Education based in learning outcomes of cultivating critical whiteness and active antiracism • Facilitate class discussions for eight Master’s students and one professional staff member • Offer written and verbal constructive feedback to students that supports and challenges their growth



New Student Programs, Loyola University Chicago

• Chicago, Illinois, United States

• NODA Graduate Intern

  • May 2020 - Aug 2020

  • Transitioned all Summer Orientation programs for 3,000 incoming first-year and transfer students online • Crafted a three-week training for Orientation Leaders to develop their leadership and helping skills • Coordinated general introductory small group discussions with Orientation Leaders as well as topic and affinity-based webinars to prepare new students and families for their transition • Created Orientation marketing materials and supported outreach to incoming students • Oversaw Facebook groups of incoming students to deepen connections made throughout Orientation • Developed academic course recommendations for a case load of incoming first-year students Show less



Wilks Leadership Institute, Miami University

• Graduate Assistant

  • Aug 2019 - Aug 2020

  • Strategically integrated the Wilks Leadership Institute and the Office of Community Engagement and Service • Supervised four Student Coordinators in planning and executing service days and leadership retreats • Planned a leadership pre-orientation program for 75 first-year students, including the translation of the program to virtual format for COVID-19 that maintained the integrity of the learning goals • Developed foundation and framework for three alternative break service immersion trips over spring break • Advised student leaders on program implementation including recruitment and selection, partner identification and development, and marketing strategy for alternative breaks program • Facilitated training for eight Site Leaders in preparation for their leadership on alternative breaks • Engaged in other office missions, such as civic engagement and strengths-based leadership development Show less



Orientation and Transition Programs, Miami University

• Oxford, Ohio, United States

• SOUL Leadership Assistant

  • Jan 2020 - May 2020

  • Interviewed and selected 24 Student Orientation Undergraduate Leaders (SOULs) in collaboration with staff • Assisted with the planning and facilitation of EDL 290F, a virtual two-credit leadership class for SOULs • Executed SOUL Symposium virtually, a leadership retreat, focused on vulnerability and connection • Mentored two Student Coordinators on building a cohesive team and understanding their leadership styles • Interviewed and selected 24 Student Orientation Undergraduate Leaders (SOULs) in collaboration with staff • Assisted with the planning and facilitation of EDL 290F, a virtual two-credit leadership class for SOULs • Executed SOUL Symposium virtually, a leadership retreat, focused on vulnerability and connection • Mentored two Student Coordinators on building a cohesive team and understanding their leadership styles



Break Away

• Greater Atlanta Area

• Intern

  • May 2019 - Aug 2019

  • Planned four week-long Alternative Break Citizenship schools (ABCs) for 350 college students and staff members, including the formation of ABCs social issue framework and facilitation of small group workshops • Developed comprehensive education curriculum for ABCs in the Grand Canyon on “Tourism, Access, and Environmental Justice” and facilitated large group workshops alongside the National Park Service • Advised student Site Leaders as needed on topics such reflection planning and problem solving Show less



The College of William and Mary

• Williamsburg, Virginia

• Alternative Break Fellow

  • Jul 2018 - May 2019

  Advising and Supervision of the Branch Out Alternative Break Program Supervise and advise Student Coordinators in developing, managing, and evaluating a high-quality program Coordinate and participate in hiring process for Student Coordinators Administration Supervise and manage program budget Facilitate travel logistics, including plane ticket purchases, and van rentals Manage need-based financial aid and reorientation grant programs Ensure annual manual updates for student directors and site leaders Maintain records of job processes for transition from year to year Track and compile post-trip evaluations Track student trip payments Implement risk management and safety protocols; serve as back-up emergency contact for alternative break trips; ensure availability of first aid kits for each trip Alumni and Donor Cultivation Maintain relationships with donors and alumni, ensure each donation receives a personal thank-you Transfer participant information to Advancement for alumni record-keeping Work with Site Coordinators to reach out to alumni who can serve as hosts, community partners, and co-educators for alternative breaks Show less



Children's Defense Fund

• Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Juvenile Justice Policy Intern

  • Jan 2018 - May 2018

  Identifying and researching initiatives in juvenile and criminal justice to address the needs of children and families Tracking and analyzing federal and state legislation Monitoring, analyzing, and summarizing policy developments, the federal budget, research briefs and studies that relate to children, low income families, and other key issue areas Attending hearings and briefings, both on and off Capitol Hill, that are relevant to CDF’s work, and writing succinct summaries to share with the policy team Contributing to the development of issue briefs, fact sheets, and other materials relevant to our work for publication or the website Rapid response research for internal and external data requests Show less



Center for Community Service and Justice (CCSJ)

• Baltimore, Maryland Area

• Service Coordinator

  • Aug 2017 - May 2018

  Choice Program - College Night Coordinator Coordinate The Service Thing (weekly service and group reflections a semester) experience for 10 - 15 volunteers, plus 4-5 Service Learners. Plan and run an activity with volunteers and Choice youth every Thursday from 5-8 pm including a meal (at Boulder), educational activity and recreation. Work closely with a variety of campus offices including Parkhurst, the FAC and various clubs. Work closely with The Choice Program's staff coordinator in planing the weekly activity Supervise work study student as needed. Manage program budget. Show less



Johns Hopkins University, Center for Talented Youth

• Carlisle, PA

• Resident Assistant (Summer position only)

  • Jul 2016 - Aug 2017

  • Supervised students from 7th-12th grade students to ensure that CTY rules and expectations are followed • Ran everyday weekday activities and weekend events for the students • Supervised students from 7th-12th grade students to ensure that CTY rules and expectations are followed • Ran everyday weekday activities and weekend events for the students



Loyola Evergreens

• Student Staff Member

  • Feb 2015 - May 2017

  The Evergreen Staff works to support students through their academic, social, and personal transition to Loyola. Evergreens are expected to serve as positive role models for the incoming (first-year and transfer) students as well as an outstanding member of the Loyola University Maryland community. In addition, Evergreens will serve as the student member of the working group in the Messina Program. Messina is a year-long program that combines two first-year seminars, enrichment sessions, and residentially-based programs. In this role, the Evergreen is responsible for collaborating with two faculty members and a mentor (a campus administrator) and is expected to attend the scheduled enrichment sessions for their class (typically, one session per week). Show less



Loyola Office of Student Life

• Desk Assistant

  • Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

  • Monitor entry into residence halls • Ensure the safety of all of the students • Provide assistance for students and visitors • Monitor entry into residence halls • Ensure the safety of all of the students • Provide assistance for students and visitors



Silver Spring, MD

• Nanny (Summer Only)

  • Jun 2015 - Jul 2016

  • Cared for two children on a full time basis • Taught swimming • Assisted in math and reading practice • Cared for two children on a full time basis • Taught swimming • Assisted in math and reading practice



Loyola Center for Community Service and Justice

• Site Assistant

  • Sep 2014 - May 2016

  Responsibilities • Serve as a point person/support for other Loyola volunteers on-site • Provide site-related feedback to the CCSJ Service Coordinator • Drive volunteers to site • Assist with planning and facilitating activities • Attend monthly Site Assistant meeting or check-in with the CCSJ Service Coordinator • Complete self-performance evaluation each semester Qualifications • Reliability and commitment to community engagement • Open-minded attitude • Respect for the backgrounds and experience of a diverse group of people • Strong communication, organization, collaboration and professionalism I worked as a site assistant for the Choice Program (see volunteer experience). Show less



The Mud Hut

• Olney, MD

• Studio Associate

  • Jan 2011 - May 2016

  • Art Instructor & Summer Camp Counselor • Provide customer service and conduct general studio operations • Art Instructor & Summer Camp Counselor • Provide customer service and conduct general studio operations