Tayler Ward
Graduate Student Researcher at UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation- Claim this Profile
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Arabic Elementary proficiency
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Credentials
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College Reading and Learning Association Certification
Contra Costa Community College DistrictAug, 2013- Oct, 2024
Experience
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UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation
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United States
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graduate Student Researcher
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Oct 2020 - Present
• Coordinate and plan statewide symposium regarding environmental equity for Black communities.• Engage with stakeholders, develop event agenda, and manage communications.• Research the current landscape of environmental justice policies and concerns across the state of California and their impact on Black communities.
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University of California, Los Angeles
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Information Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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College Academic Mentor
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Sep 2019 - Present
• Provide guidance to first-and second-year undergraduate students on an individual and group basis regarding navigation of UCLA policies and opportunities• Coordinate counseling of PEERS UCLA students who are majoring in STEM fields of study regarding academic preparation, research opportunities, and graduate or professional school options• Promote academic retention and persistence by connecting students to on-campus student services and providing support for nonacademic needs
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Liberty Hill Foundation
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United States
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Philanthropic Fundraising Services
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Luskin Fellow
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Jun 2020 - Sep 2020
Work with the Liberty Hill Foundation's Environmental Health and Justice team to better understand environmental justice policy issues in Los Angeles. Develop a comprehensive research report to understand the ways in which environmental injustice impacts the lives of LA residents especially, low-income, communities of color.Provide support for organizational initiatives and goals throughout the summer internship.
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UCLA Institute of Transportation Studies
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United States
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graduate Student Researcher
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Jun 2020 - Sep 2020
Provide research and writing support for the creation of a white paper, policy brief, and perspective piece. Understanding the bridge between transportation studies and health care access in current contexts.
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Los Angeles Alliance for a New Economy
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Intern
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Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
Intern for the Our Water Campaign investigating the public health impacts of drinking water quality issues related to governance and infrastructure in Los Angeles County. Use research techniques including literature reviews, interviews with experts and community members, health impact assessment data, and best practice research to inform solutions in order to produce final research report deliverable.
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UCLA Career Center
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graduate Consultant
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Mar 2019 - Jun 2019
• Lead programming and outreach efforts designed to help Masters of Applied Economics students learn skills to successfully launch their post-graduate careers• Provide direct, one-on-one advice and support for students• Develop and deliver professional development programming, coordinate networking opportunities, curate employer lists
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Center for Environmental Health
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Litigation Assistant
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Sep 2017 - Aug 2018
Work with the litigation team to research and manage case evidence for California Proposition 65, COPA, and ESA litigation. Purchase in-store and online evidence to send to accredited labs. Maintain accurate case tracking databases, manage time-keeping reports, and accurately store evidence for litigation. Manage the Public Sample Program, where community members can submit items for free, heavy-metal screening. Communicate results to public through email and phone correspondence. Offer administrative support for litigation team overall.
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Program Assistant
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Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
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Take Wings Foundation
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Outreach Coordinator
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Feb 2015 - Aug 2018
-Create new social media marketing strategies for Take Wings Foundation, a non-profit in the SF Bay Area, through Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram accounts-Use community outreach skills to connect with youth participants through in-person and social media contact in order to maintain regular contact with youth and their families-Plan two workshops and two community service days per calendar year on topics ranging from Mental Health to Environmental Awareness-Work with the Board of Directors and community volunteers to further organization’s mission
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Mondavi Center
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United States
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Performing Arts
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1 - 100 Employee
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Ticketing Agent
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Aug 2015 - Jun 2017
o Selling tickets to customers through in-person and phone communicationo Processing ticket donations from donors and subscriberso Working with a computer program to sell tickets and correct customer complaints efficientlyo Administrative tasks including: filing, organizing, cash handling, and managing spreadsheetso Social Media content through Instagram, Twitter, and Facebooko Resume reading, scheduling interviews, conducting interviews, training new ticket agents
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Interview Coordinator for the Recruitment Team
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Apr 2015 - Jun 2017
Interviewing potential UC Davis Tour Guides, overseeing the training, certification and quality control audits for tour guide ambassadors; working with a team of ambassador trainers to interview, host auditions, and select 60 to 80 tour guide ambassadors per year for Undergraduate Admissions-Campus Tours.
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Campus Ambassador
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Jan 2015 - Jun 2017
Host visitors, families, admitted students, and perspective students on tours throughout the UC Davis campus.Assist in major recruitment events for the UC Davis campus.
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Education
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UCLA Fielding School of Public Health
Master's degree, Community Health -
UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs
Master's degree, City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning -
University of California, Davis
Bachelor of Arts (BA), International Relations -
Contra Costa College
Associate of Arts (AA), Liberal Arts-Math & Science