Lara Howell
Sustainability Student Employee at UVA Office for Sustainability- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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UVA Office for Sustainability
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sustainability Student Employee
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Aug 2022 - Present
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States In this role, I arranged events, lectures, and programming for the student body on behalf of UVA's Office of Sustainability. As well as: - Created social media content and infographics to promote events and campaigns digitally and in-person. - Did peer-institution research on residential composting and energy, as well as helped to edit the office's annual report. - Reworked the EcoLeaders program to include a focus on professional development and created connections with the Career… Show more In this role, I arranged events, lectures, and programming for the student body on behalf of UVA's Office of Sustainability. As well as: - Created social media content and infographics to promote events and campaigns digitally and in-person. - Did peer-institution research on residential composting and energy, as well as helped to edit the office's annual report. - Reworked the EcoLeaders program to include a focus on professional development and created connections with the Career Center. Show less
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UVA Recreation
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United States
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Health, Wellness & Fitness
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1 - 100 Employee
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Operations Supervisor
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Aug 2022 - Present
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Managed 58,000 sq.ft multi-purpose facility and outdoor spaces. Oversaw staffing of two student-employees. Was promoted from Operations Assistant after 9 months working the position.
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Brown College at Monroe Hill
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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President
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Apr 2023 - Present
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Elected to advocate on behalf of 300 residents to the greater University community. Oversaw operations of Brown College's governing body and implemented performance improvement initiatives. Collaborated with and supported University staff in the academic, social, and financial operations of a residential college.
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Media Chair
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May 2022 - May 2023
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Ran Brown Residential College's media platforms, interacting with followers on a weekly basis and analyzing engagement. - Worked mostly with Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter platforms. - Reached ~1.3k users weekly. - Worked as editor in chief for "The Open Door", a satirical bi-weekly newspaper covering the interests of the residents of Brown College. - Wrote headline articles and edited other submissions, including written work and artistic submissions.
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Hall Representative
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Aug 2021 - May 2022
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Planned events and community-building activities for members of Brown Residential College. Represented the interests of 30 residents on Brown College's governance board.
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UVA First Year Players
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United States
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Business Manager
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Jan 2023 - May 2023
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Collaborated with the Business Manager and Producer of the 150 member CIO by contacting potential donors, gathering data on potential donors, organizing philanthropic events, and procuring a show program. Independently raised over $4,000 from donors, and worked with others to bring in over $8,000 in ticket sale revenue.
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Education Intern
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May 2022 - Aug 2022
Waco, Texas, United States Organized data through Excel, designed graphics on Canva, developed lesson plans for elementary students, and took classes with leaders in the agricultural industry. Spent time working hands-on in gardens and with livestock, ensuring the safety of students and guests to the farm.
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Education
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University of Virginia
Religious Studies; Global Studies, Environmental Studies