Davidson College Résumé Writing Guide
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The document provides guidance on creating an effective resume, including the purpose, what employers want to see, proper formatting, and sections to include. It emphasizes highlighting accomplishments, relevant experiences, and leadership skills. The resume should be focused, error-free, and consistently formatted. Alternative resume formats are suggested for certain creative fields, along with accompanying materials like portfolios, videos, or blogs.
Davidson College Résumé Writing Guide
- 1. RÉSUMÉ WRITING GUIDE Purpose The purpose of your résumé is to impress the busy professionals and recruiters who will be making a decision on your candidacy for a position. Consider your résumé to be your key to opening doors to competitive internships, jobs and fellowships. Your résumé must be focused on showcasing your accomplishments instead of simply listing responsibilities. Do not underestimate the time it will take to prepare your résumé. Spend hours writing and refining your résumé and seek feedback from Center for Career Development advisors and from multiple working professionals in your field of interest before ever submitting it to an employer. What Employers Want to See • Accomplishments in Student Organizations, Work Experiences and Service Experiences • Relevant Experiences • Academic Performance • Evidence of Leadership and People Skills Layout & Format • Margins: 0.5” to 1” • Font Type:, Calibri, Arial, or Helvetica • Font Size: 10 to 12 point • Bold: Use it to emphasize school names and employer/organization names • Italics: Consider using it to emphasize position titles • Length: Almost always one page • Typical Sections: Education, Experience & Leadership. Optional sections include Honors, Skills, Activities, Interests & Volunteer Experience • Bullets: Use bullets when describing your experiences • Consistent Formatting: Make sure titles, locations, employers and dates are listed in the same format with each entry • No Grammatical or Spelling Errors Résumé Assistance for Students Walk-‐in Hours with Career Advisors: Stop by the Center for Career Development from Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm Davidson Career Advisor Network (DCAN): Receive industry and professionally focused résumé feedback from Davidson Alumni or Parents Visit the Center for Career Development Website for more Information Academic Breaks & Students Off-‐Campus: Call 704-‐894-‐2132 or Email careers@davidson.edu to be Matched with a Career Advisor 201 Alvarez College Union ♦ careers@davidson.edu davidson.edu/careers ♦ 704-894-2132
- 2. Résumé Sections The format and examples that follow are used in most career fields Header • Center your name (larger font size ~14-18 point), address, cell phone number and email address. Do not include a photo • City & State: Use Davidson, NC unless you are looking for a job close to home. You do not need to list your street • Cell Phone Number: Make sure you have a formal greeting on your voicemail • Email: Use your Davidson email address unless you are graduating in two to three months Education Section • Key Points To Include: School Name; Location; Graduation Date; Degree; Major (if declared or planning to declare) • GPA: Include if 3.00 or above. Can also list Major GPA if it is higher than your cumulative GPA and if your major is particularly relevant to the position. • SAT/ACT Scores: Only include if you are applying for positions with consulting firms. Include the scores for each section of the SAT • High School: Only include if you are a 1st Year Student or graduated from a top school in a city where you are searching for a position • Study Abroad & Summer Education Experiences: Include as separate education entities • Relevant Coursework: Optional, but helpful if you have coursework that is related to the career field you are hoping to enter • Academic Honors & Scholarships: Can be listed here if you have a few. Students with many honors may want to create a separate Honors section • Thesis: Include as a separate entity in this section and include a bullet or two describing your thesis and the process taken to complete the project Work, Leadership & Volunteer Experience Section(s) • Most Important Experiences Near the Top of Résumé: Work, leadership and volunteer experiences do not necessarily need to be in separate sections of the résumé. You can include the most important of these three experiences in one “Relevant Experience” category • Key Points to Include for Each Experience: Organization/Employer Name; Job, Volunteer or Leadership Position Title; Location of Organization/Employer; Dates of Involvement (be specific here – use months or semesters in addition to years) • Use Bullets to Describe Each Experience – Emphasize Outcomes o Two to four bullets depending on the depth of the experience o Start with a summary statement describing what you did and the main results of your work o Use a project-centric and/or task- centric structure for each bullet o In each bullet provide the results of your work and accomplishments and write, specifically, what you did o Quantify your accomplishments with numbers whenever possible but remember that qualitative results are also important o Use action verbs to begin each bullet • You Can Include Experiences Before College if You are a 1st or 2nd Year Student or if the Experience is Extremely Relevant Skills, Activities & Interests Section(s) • Can be One Section or Multiple Sections: This depends on how many additional items you wish to include. • Start with Skills: List language proficiencies first followed by technical skills. • List Activities that did not Involve Leadership • Include Interests that Show Accomplishments
- 3. Alternative Formats & Accompanying Materials LinkedIn Profile • For any position: Your LinkedIn profile can increase your visibility online and help you build your professional brand that showcases your background to prospective employers. Your profile should include much of the information included on a resume. Advertising Resume & Blog (See Example at End of Guide) • For brand strategy and planning positions: You will want a resume that shows more of your personality and promotes your personal brand. An accompanying online blog on a site like Tumblr can be used to share your thoughts on advertising - talk about ads you liked, ads you didn't like, and what you would do differently to improve certain campaigns etc. Note that positions in account management would use a more traditional resume format. Online Portfolio • For "creative" positions (copywriter and graphic designer): A resume is truly secondary to the work that you present in your portfolio. Many copywriters and graphic designers attend a portfolio school after finishing their undergraduate degree to develop the kind of work necessary to get their foot in the door. • For writing-intensive positions: You will benefit from an online portfolio (created using a website like WordPress, Pressfolios, or clippings.me) that includes samples of your writing, such as blog posts, published articles, and/or press releases (depending on the nature of the positions you are targeting). You should provide a link to this website on your resume. Video “Reel” • For videographer and production positions: Videographers and producers need to have a “reel” of work that they concepted, filmed and produced. The videos should be posted to a website for easy viewing. Resumes are more of a formality after evaluating the person's reel.
- 4. Examples of Action Verbs Use the most powerful and expressive verbs possible to accurately describe what you accomplished. Communication Address Consult Document Incorporate Meet Promote Respond Advertise Contact Draft Influence Motivate Publicize Solicit Arrange Convey Edit Inform Negotiate Publish Specify Ascertain Convince Educate Interact Network Question Speak Author Correspond Enlist Interpret Observe Recruit Suggest Brief Define Explain Interview Outline Refer Summarize Collaborate Describe Express Involve Participate Reinforce Synthesize Communicate Develop Follow-up Lecture Persuade Report Translate Compose Direct Formulate Market Present Resolve Write Creative Act Conceptualize Display Fashion Invent Photograph Remodel Adapt Create Dramatize Formulate Market Plan Revise Advertise Customize Draw Illustrate Model Present Revitalize Broaden Design Entertain Imagine Modernize Produce Shape Combine Develop Execute Improvise Modify Recommend Sketch Compose Direct Exhibit Initiate Originate Redesign Spearhead Conceive Discover Explore Institute Perform Rehearse Transform Financial Account for Audit Compute Estimate Measure Prepare Reconcile Administer Balance Control Finance Model Procure Reduce Allocate Budget Correct Forecast Monitor Project Research Analyze Calculate Determine Manage Plan Purchase Transfer Helping Advise Assess Counsel Enlist Guide Protect Represent Advocate Assist Diagnose Ensure Moderate Prevent Serve Aid Coach Educate Evaluate Observe Provide Simplify Answer Collaborate Enable Facilitate Predict Refer Support Arrange Contribute Encourage Foster Prescribe Rehabilitate Volunteer Leadership/Management Accomplish Conceptualize Develop Execute Lead Perfect Replace Administer Conduct Devote Formulate Leverage Preside Review Adjust Consolidate Direct Generate Manage Prioritize Revitalize Analyze Consult Dispense Handle Maintain Produce Reward Appoint Contact Eliminate Head Merge Propose Save Approve Coordinate Employ Implement Motivate Protect Schedule Assign Decide Emphasize Improve Orchestrate Realize Streamline Assume Decrease Enforce Incorporate Organize Recommend Strengthen Attain Delegate Enhance Increase Overhaul Recruit Supervise Chair Design Establish Initiate Oversee Regulate Terminate Choose Determine Evaluate Institute Plan Reorganize Unify
- 5. Organizational Approve Conserve Extract Log Process Review Streamline Arrange Consolidate Generate Maintain Purchase Revise Substitute Categorize Correct Identify Monitor Record Schedule Standardize Classify Diagram Implement Obtain Reshape Screen Systematize Code Distribute Incorporate Operate Reorganize Set up Tabulate Collaborate Enlist Inspect Organize Respond Shape Target Collect Execute Integrate Prepare Retrieve Specialize Update Compile Expedite Join Prioritize Revamp Specify Validate Research Accumulate Clarify Design Evaluate Hypothesize Locate Study Acquire Collect Detect Examine Identify Modify Summarize Amplify Compare Determine Experiment Inspect Organize Survey Analyze Conduct Discover Extract Interpret Process Systematize Calculate Critique Disprove Formulate Interview Review Test Chart Diagnose Dissect Gather Investigate Research Troubleshoot Results Achieve Award Eliminate Fortify Map Re-establish Succeed Accelerate Complete Enlarge Improve Maximize Resolve Transform Accomplish Compound Establish Increase Measure Restore Trim Add Contribute Exceed Initiate Obtain Selected as Triple Advance Decrease Excel Introduce Pioneer Solicit Validate Attain Double Expand Launch Prove Stabilize Widen Augment Effect Extend Lower costs Reduce Standardize Won Teaching Accept Clarify Designate Explore Inform Organize Simplify Adapt Coach Develop Facilitate Initiate Persuade Solicit Advise Command Direct Focus Inquire Postulate State Analyze Communicate Discipline Generate Instill Praise Stimulate Apply Compliment Educate Guide Instruct Provoke Structure Appraise Conduct Elaborate Head Interact Question Synthesize Appreciate Cooperate Elicit Hypothesize Integrate Reinforce Systematize Assess Coordinate Emphasize Identify Investigate Rephrase Teach Assign Correct Enable Implement Listen Research Thank Attend Critique Encourage Incorporate Model Reward Theorize Challenge Define Evaluate Indicate Motivate Set Goals Train Choose Demonstrate Explain Individualize Observe Set Standards Tutor Technical Activate Compute Create Display Integrate Rehabilitate Service Adapt Configure Define Engineer Maintain Remodel Solve Apply Conserve Deliver Exhibit Navigate Repair Streamline Appraise Consolidate Design Fabricate Operate Rectify Supply Assemble Construct Detect Formulate Overhaul Regulate Survey Begin Contrive Determine Fortify Participate Resolve Train Build Convert Develop Implement Program Retrieve Troubleshoot Calculate Coordinate Devise Install Reconfigure Screen Upgrade
- 6. Davidson Student 888-888-8888, dastudent@davidson.edu, Davidson, NC EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts in Political Science; Minor in Economics Expected May 20XX • GPA: 3.10 • Relevant Coursework: Econometrics, Introduction to Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, Cost Accounting, International Finance, Microeconomic Theory, Macroeconomic Theory EXPERIENCE AXA Equitable Life Insurance Company New York, NY Summer Finance Associate Summer 20XX • Utilized analytic and strategic skills to assist Enterprise Planning Systems project, saving $5M over 5 years • Developed cost reduction model saving $450K annually, increasing productivity by 500% with a 2-year ROI • Evaluated metrics analysis, budget lines and accounting entries to perform company expense reduction analysis • Delivered strategic plan for firm expansion into untapped emerging demographic markets to senior management Liberty Mutual Group Huntersville, NC Summer Intern Summer 20XX • Conducted effective negotiations to settle claims after assessing damages associated with claims • Created process improvement initiative to enhance claims productivity and eliminate waste by 75% • Applied analytical skills to evaluate the economic impact of coverage, liability and damage scenarios • Integrated Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve direct-deal retention rates and customer satisfaction Wildcat Enterprises Charlotte, NC Founder, Online Ecommerce Business October 20XX-Present • Sustain local competitive advantage through high customer satisfaction and reasonable rates • 100% positive feedback; 400 % return on investment; profits applied to educational expenses • Catalog discarded textbooks from college campuses and sell through online retail web site • Evaluated and formulated financial models to capitalize upon market trends in print media sectors LEADERSHIP Student Government Association Davidson, NC President, Class of 20XX and Admissions and Financial Aid Committee Chair May 20XX-Present • Delivered persuasive presentation to budget committee, achieving a 400% budget increase for class • Mediate the concerns of student body to administration, developing favorable solutions for both parties • Advocate student views to faculty, administration, and Board of Trustees as Financial Aid committee chair Kappa Alpha Psi, Pi Mu Chapter Davidson, NC President and Community Service Chair September 20XX-Present • Recognized as Davidson College service organization of the year for outstanding community involvement • Launched community service initiative creating a scholarship for students with disabilities, raised over $2,000 • Lead programming and service opportunities while monitoring the effectiveness of all organization committees Davidson College NCAA Division I Football Team Davidson, NC Varsity Letterman and Member of Pioneer Football League All Academic Team August 20XX-Present • Amplify skills needed to work unselfishly and energetically amongst a group of diverse peers • Serve as team’s Student Athlete Representative voicing student-athlete concerns to the college wide board • Improving time management skills by balancing a full course load with 25+ hours of weekly football activities SKILLS Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) Language: Fluent in Spanish
- 7. Davidson Fourthyear 704-123-4567, dafourthyear@davidson.edu, Davidson, NC EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Concentration in Environmental Studies Expected May 20XX • GPA: 3.50 • Relevant Coursework: Environmental Policy, Economic Growth and Sustainable Development, Environmental and Natural Resource Economics, Environmental Ethics, Ecology WORK EXPERIENCE Davidson College Office of Sustainability Davidson, NC Strategic Planning and Communications Intern August 20XX-Present • Updating and reorganizing Davidson College sustainability website to reflect new programs and expanded reach on and off campus • Assisting in planned growth and restructuring of office to promote more inclusive and comprehensive view of sustainability U.S. Green Building Council, Charlotte Region Chapter Charlotte, NC Development Intern Summer 20XX • Researched and wrote grant proposals for as much as $30,000 to fund specific programs and general operations • Constructed and advised Chapter on financial planning database in Salesforce for the Organization's yearly fundraising drive that aims at raising approximately $100,000 • Wrote and edited articles and updates for the council’s monthly newsletter and managed correspondence with donors Davidson College Office of Sustainability Davidson, NC Sustainability Scholar Summer 20XX • Participated in workshops with Charlotte’s sustainability leaders from the private, non-profit, and public sectors, identifying current trends, best practices, and challenges in the sustainability field • Presented findings on how to address sustainability issues in Charlotte to local business, government, and non- profit leaders LEADERSHIP Davidson College Environmental Action Coalition Davidson, NC Communications Manager 08/201X-Present • Assisting in the creation of a publicity campaign for a campus-wide energy saving program • Solicited over $5,000 through an email marketing campaign for the purchase of new recycling containers for area schools and businesses Davidson College Responsible Consumption Working Group Davidson, NC Chair January 20XX-Present • Coordinate with students to explore methods of responsible consumption by researching specific products and their environmental and social impacts • Planning to formally present research to campus leadership using infographics and a PowerPoint presentation Davidson College NCAA Division I Swimming and Diving Team Davidson, NC Team Captain (August 20XX-Present) August 20XX-Present • Lead a team of 26 athletes while serving as its liaison to the coaching staff • Ensure team mentality that rewards hard work and emphasizes the importance of support amongst team members • Improving time management skills by balancing a 16 hours per week training schedule with a full course load SKILLS • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), Adobe Photoshop, Salesforce CRM, writing policy briefs, and grant writing
- 8. Davidson Student 888-‐888-‐8888, dastudent@davidson.edu, Atlanta, GA EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts in Economics Expected May 20XX • GPA: 3.50 • H. Boyce Connell Scholar (Davidson merit scholarship), Omicron Delta Epsilon Honors Society New York University Madrid, Spain NYU in Madrid Program Fall 20XX GPA: 3.93 Tuck School Of Business At Dartmouth College Hanover, NH Tuck Business Bridge Program Summer 201X EXPERIENCE Uxor IT Buenos Aires, Argentina Consulting Intern Summer 20XX • Developed strategy and conducted research for launch of the 90-‐employee multinational software developer’s new Warranty Claims Service (WCS), a software-‐based consulting solution designed for warranty claims management in the Latin American automotive industry • Created quantitative models in Microsoft Excel to estimate market size, potential market share, and projected revenues to completely redefine the most profitable sales method for the product • Studied industry trends, refined the target market, and developed competitive strategy and positioning • Presented findings to the President, senior management, and investors, resulting in the decision to launch the service in 2013 and the acquisition of funds needed to actualize the project and campaign Bridgestone Golf, Inc. Covington, GA Marketing Intern Summer 201X • Analyzed effect on sales and brand image of the Bridgestone Ball Fitting Challenge, an experiential marketing product differentiation program, to reaffirm its value as the company’s point of difference • Examined data collected from client feedback to recommend improvements for the program LEADERSHIP Davidson Pre-‐Business Society Davidson, NC President (January 20XX-‐December 20XX) October 20XX-‐Present • Oversee a seven member executive board charged with providing consulting, finance and management educational and career preparation programming for over 70 members • Scheduled 5 guest speakers and a practice GMAT, facilitated a mentorship program for 17 students, co-‐authored new constitution Davidson College Club Tennis Team Davidson, NC President (September 20XX-‐May 20XX) January 20XX-‐Present • Merged men’s and women’s teams to increase overall participation from 12 to 32 players • Increased number of matches scheduled by 100% • Restructured biweekly practices to include clear objectives and predesigned drills • Implemented equipment rewards system to provide incentives for practice attendance Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta, Delta Kappa Chapter Davidson, NC Corresponding Secretary (January 20XX-‐December 20XX) January 20XX-‐Present • Manage chapter as a member of the executive board, after increasing membership from 16 to 43 in 2 years • Founded Public Relations Committee to conduct all marketing and communication efforts for the chapter • Initiated fraternity fundraising team to run in the 201X Charlotte Thunder Road Half-‐Marathon SKILLS, INTERESTS & ACTIVITIES • Advanced Spanish and basic Brazilian Portuguese language skills • Assistant Teacher for Intermediate Spanish, Davidson College Spanish Department (August 201X-‐May 201X) • 201X Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon participant ·∙
- 9. Davidson Fourthyear 704-123-4567, dafourthyear@davidson.edu, Davidson, NC EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC B.A. Candidate for English Expected May 20XX • GPA: 3.23 • Chair of Public Affairs for Davidson College Democrats: Design campaign and event literature, manage social media presence, plan and publicize campus and community-wide events • Volunteer Mentor for The Buddy System: Mentor children in the Davidson community with autism and other special needs. Solicited entertainment acts and organized the program for the 2 nd Annual Buddy Benefit Concert fundraiser • Teacher for Davidson Students Volunteer for Science: Teach science labs to students in underperforming middle schools • Copy-editor for The Davidsonian: Proofread and edit articles for publication in Davidson’s student-run newspaper Stockholm University Stockholm, Sweden Study Abroad Program in Communications, Media and Film Fall 20XX EXPERIENCE Davidson College Department OF English Davidson, NC Editorial and Research Assistant August 20XX-Present • Frequently requested by English faculty to copy-edit and proofread academic articles and essays for publication • Conduct reviews of primary and secondary academic sources in support of faculty research • Manage and organize professorial work for college archives • Order library books and other necessary materials for faculty Girl Power 2 Cure, Inc. Amelia Island, FL Development and Outreach Intern Summer 20XX • Managed online donor accounts for a not-for-profit organization, which raises research funds for and awareness about Rett Syndrome, a neurological disorder that primarily affects females • Researched and produced detailed data reports on social media presence which were used to develop more effective content • Implemented a new social media outreach plan that increased Twitter and Facebook followers by 48% and increased hits on the Girl Power 2 Cure website by 59% Stockholm International Film Festival Stockholm, Sweden Catalogue/Newspaper Department Intern Fall 20XX • Edited the English-language version of the 65-page Stockholm Film Festival catalogue • Managed all aspects of the festival’s English social media presence which had over 10,000 followers • Organized special event logistics, including preparation for red carpet events, press events, and “Face-to-Face” public appearances by film directors Circle of Care Community Food Bank Forsyth, GA Co-Executive Administrator Summer 20XX • Assisted in the start-up of a community food bank in collaboration with the Circle of Care Thrift Store • Interviewed prospective clients and performed all necessary administrative duties for a food bank projected to serve over 500 families Dance America National Finals and Dance Olympus Summer Tour Multiple Cities Assistant Production Manager Summers 20XX-20XX • Developed strong leadership and management skills as a key staff member for a national arts performing production company with an annual revenue of over $300,000 • Worked as stage manager and customer service representative for Dance America National Finals in New York, NY, Orlando, FL, and Chicago, IL • Master of Ceremonies, retail salesperson, sound technician, and travel coordinator for Dance Olympus Summer Tour in (201X) New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Minneapolis, MN; Omaha, NE; (201X) Orlando, FL; Kansas City, MO; Boston, MA; and Houston, TX; and (201X) Chicago, IL; Minneapolis, MN; Omaha, NE
- 10. Davidson Student 888-888-8888 • dastudent@davidson.edu • Davidson, NC EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Science in Biology; Concentration in Ethnic Studies Expected May 20XX • GPA: 3.25 • Presidential Scholarship: awarded for outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential and potential to contribute diverse cultural or socioeconomic perspectives to the classroom and to campus life • Craig Wall, Dean Rusk, McCall, and Abernethy Research Grant recipient: awarded for independent research to study the rehabilitative therapies of traditional healers, bonesetters, and orthodox doctors in Ghana HEALTH POLICY EXPERIENCE Kaiser Family Foundation Washington, DC Intern, The Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program Summer 20XX • Completed a policy memo and a group policy presentation for seniors scholars, which resulted in the implementation of a new initiative supporting the mental and physical health of teenage mothers • Developed leadership in health policy by gaining knowledge about the federal legislative process • Worked with congressional leaders on health policy issues affecting underserved populations • Attended weekly site visits to organizations such as the Institute of Medicine and National Institutes of Health University Of Cape Coast Cape Coast, Ghana Student & Independent Researcher Summer 20XX • Studied Ghanaian culture, civics, political history, current events, sanitation and environmental management • Invited to UNICEF West & Central Regional Office for presentation on the use of statistics to develop policy • Graduated from the School of African Rhythm and Dance after performing the traditional jere and obolo dances • Interviewed seven healthcare workers to study the rehabilitative therapies of traditional healers and orthodox doctors • Shadowed two physiotherapists at the Central Regional Hospital for 25 hours to observe patient-provider relationships LEADERSHIP The Ada Jenkins Center, Free Clinic Of Our Towns Davidson, NC Medical Volunteer February 20XX-Present • The Free Clinic of Our Towns is a community-wide volunteer clinic that provides free medical care for the uninsured • Implemented a program to disseminate education on substance abuse which resulted in a 150% increase in clients seeking treatment and support from the clinic • Interview bilingual patients and prepare folders on vital background information prior to nurse diagnosis which has helped to decrease appointment times by seven minutes Teagle Foundation Grant Proposal, Davidson College Davidson, NC Peer Focus Group Leader January 20XX-Present • Pursuing a $100,000 grant for Davidson through the development of a project that integrates data analysis, decision- making, and action to improve student learning • Created and implemented survey questions to lead three focus groups with a total of 17 first generation students • Trained with the Davidson College Director of Research and Learning to learn techniques to lead peer focus groups • Serve as only student on committee to determine learning outcomes for assessing the first generation student experience Student Government Association, Davidson College Davidson, NC Vice Chair of the External Affairs Committee (August 20XX-May 20XX) April 20XX-Present • Delegate responsibilities to members and serve as essential resource for completing duties • Conferred with the Mayor of Davidson to assess town needs and discuss methods for breaking communication barriers between residents in the town of Davidson and Davidson students • Supervised a programming committee for the 1 st Annual Dinner at Davidson to raise $3,500 for the Davidson Trust, a fund that enables students from diverse backgrounds to graduate 100% loan free • Launched a student movement to increase awareness of the Davidson Trust to create a scholarship for over $20,500
- 11. Davidson Student 888-‐888-‐8888 • dastudent@davidson.edu • Davidson, NC EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Science in Economics Expected May 20XX • Phi Beta Kappa • Omicron Delta Epsilon Economics Honor Society • Select Coursework: Money and the Financial System, International Trade, Finance, International Finance, Economic Development, Urban Economics, Health Economics • Honors Thesis: The Role of Down Payment Assistance in the Homeownership Decision • Cumulative GPA: 3.79 (Top 10%) Major GPA: 3.85 ACT: 33 Software: Stata and MS Office Suite University of Oxford, Hertford College Oxford, United Kingdom Visiting Students Program, Read Economics September 20XX-‐June 20XX • Select Coursework: Economic Development, Finance, Game Theory, Money & Banking, Public Economics • Cumulative GPA: 3.78 EXPERIENCE Peter G. Peterson Foundation Washington, DC Fiscal Intern Summer 20XX • Worked with team of ten to learn and analyze fiscal issues with experts such as Steve Bell, Dan Crippen, Bill Gale, Donald Marron, and Peter G. Peterson • Co-‐created “The Sequester”, a web video explaining the sequestration for college students that uses interviews with Doug Holtz-‐Eakin and Joe Minarik American Action Forum Washington, DC Fiscal Policy Intern Summer 20XX • Worked with Director of Fiscal Policy Gordon Gray to craft exploratory articles for “AmericanActionForum.org”, one noting OMB Budget projections regularly larger than Midsession Review estimates and the other how the federal debt burden is distributed by state • Researched outsourcing data in over 600 10-‐K filings; analyzed economic modeling used in CBO reports • Wrote articles on the sequestration and outsourcing for the blog, “PolicyInterns.com” Communications and Economics Intern Summer 20XX • Partnered with Director of Economic Policy Ike Brannon to write analytical op-‐ed for “The Weekly Standard” about the home mortgage interest deduction and down payment subsidies • Worked with team of three to plan AAF events, to report on capitol hearings dialogue, and run new media at both • Pitched Op-‐Ed by former U.S. Rep. Ginny Brown-‐Waite to Orlando Sentinel. Article ran on July 29, 201X Republican Party of Minnesota Minnetonka, MN Campaign Intern Summer 20XX • Managed team of 15 sign volunteers; personally coordinated 50% of campaign sign distribution in the Twin Cities • Organized and led over 100 participants in Republican sections of fifteen city parades CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT The Davidsonian Davidson, NC Perspectives Columnist August 20XX-‐Present • Discuss and analyze current policy issues in Davidson’s student run weekly newspaper WALT 1610 AM Davidson, NC Radio Host for Political Talk Show August 20XX-‐Present • Broadcast a one-‐hour show on Davidson’s student run station that addresses political and policy issues of interest to college students PUBLICATIONS “$16 TRILLION AND COUNTING,” AmericanActionForum.org September 20XX • Co-‐written with Gordon Gray; illustrates the regional distributional burden of the federal debt “NO SURPRISE, A SUMMER SURPRISE FROM OMB,” AmericanActionForum.org August 20XX • Co-‐written with Gordon Gray; analyzes differences in the OMB’s Budget and Midsession Review projections
- 12. Davidson Student (888) 888-8888, dastudent@davidson.edu, Arlington, VA EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts in Art History Expected May 20XX • GPA: 3.43 • Relevant Coursework: 18th and 19th Century Art, Contemporary Art, Modern Painting and Sculpture, Modern Architecture Art History Honors Thesis Davidson, NC “Unretractable Social Marks: The Critical Spatial Practice of Street Art” August 20XX-Present • Conduct extensive online, book and field observation research which will lead to a 70+ page research thesis • Will defend the final draft of the thesis during the spring semester in a one-hour oral examination Intercollegiate Center for Classical Studies Rome, Italy Art History Study Abroad Program Spring 20XX • Completed intensive study of Early Christian, Byzantine, and Renaissance art and architecture EXPERIENCE Davidson College Van Every/Smith Galleries Davidson, NC Gallery Assistant & Docent August 20XX-Present • Oversee 2,000 square feet of galleries housing hundreds of student and international exhibits • Provide tours to thousands of visitors annually at openings and during regular gallery hours • Organize publicity for upcoming shows, resulting in a 73% increase in attendance compared to the previous year Smithsonian American Art Museum Washington, DC Education and Research Intern Summer 20XX • Conducted educational programs to help audiences of all ages and backgrounds interact with art • Organized and preserved the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s historical records and make them available for research • Helped research and organize upcoming and potential exhibitions as well as researched, wrote and formatted wall labels • Supported the research needs of staff and members of the public by effectively leading tutorials on the museum’s online search system • Wrote for, updated, and contributed to the museum’s website and social media sites (blog, Facebook, Twitter), which receive over 50,000 views per week LEADERSHIP Davidson College NCAA Division I Field Hockey Team Davidson, NC Varsity Athlete August 20XX-Present • Amplify skills needed to work unselfishly and energetically amongst a group of diverse peers • Serve as team’s Student Athlete Representative voicing student-athlete concerns to the college wide board • Improve time management skills by balancing a full course load with 25+ hours of weekly field hockey activities Davidson College Admission Office Davidson, NC Senior Admission Fellow (August 20XX-Present) September 20XX-Present • Oversee the recruitment and training of 35 new campus tour guides • Maintain contact with prospective students and families, throughout the admissions cycle • Plan and moderate panel discussions for parents and students on college’s open house days • Review applications and participate in admission discussion with Admission Counselors Campus Tour Guide (September 20XX-May 20XX) • Represented Davidson to prospective students and parents, communicating accurate and timely information about the campus and its history during 60-minute tours • Led several tours per month, ranging in size from two to thirty individuals Skills • Advanced Spanish and intermediate Italian language skills • Extensive experience using social media (blogs, Twitter, Facebook) in professional settings
- 13. Davidson Student (888) 888-8888 dastudent@davidson.edu Arlington, VA EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts in English; Concentration in Communication Expected May 20XX • GPA 3.13, Major GPA 3.42 HONORS & AWARDS Landerman Scholarship August 20XX-May 20XX • Awarded to three incoming Davidson students each year for exceptional academic performance Sophomore Creative Writing Standout Award February 201X • Awarded to sophomore placing first in class-wide fiction and poetry competition JOURNALISM EXPERIENCE The Davidsonian, Davidson College Davidson, NC Features Editor September 20XX-Present • Lead weekly staff meetings, design and lay out Features section using Adobe InDesign, and write and edit five to six articles a month for Davidson’s student-run weekly newspaper • Increased number of Features section readers from 50% to 70% of student body over 18-month tenure as section editor The Business Journal of Charlotte Charlotte, NC Editorial Intern Summer 20XX • Researched, wrote and edited business profiles and banking reports using AP Style • Managed the journal’s social media presence, maintaining and editing an interactive blog and doubling the number of Twitter followers over the course of the summer • Recognized by supervisor for accuracy in updating research files and organizing mailings LEADERSHIP & ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE Warner Hall House, Davidson College Davidson, NC President (January 20XX-Present) February 20XX-Present • Elected President of Warner Hall, a social and philanthropic organization with 150 female members, after serving as the Social Chair in 20XX-20XX and as an active member in 20XX-20XX • Direct 20 Executive Board officers in the planning and execution of social, service, and academic events • Manage an annual operating budget of $90,000 • Oversaw planning and execution of the annual gala that raised over $22,600 for HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention • Supervise a full time cook and part time event staff • Conduct weekly House and Executive Board meetings Office of Admissions, Davidson College Davidson, NC Campus Tour Guide September 20XX-Present • Represent Davidson to prospective students and parents, communicating accurate and timely information about the campus and its history during 60-minute tours Colony Life Insurance Company Arlington, VA Office Assistant Summer 20XX • Served as youngest assistant in company history to record beneficiary changes and maintain confidential policy files for hundreds of policy holders • Recommended changes in database structure that increased record updating efficiency by 35% Elk Canyon Ranch Billings, MT Youth Counselor Summer 20XX • Supervised activities of groups of 50 children weekly, maintaining safety and building cohesion among the groups • Helped children ages 10 to 12 effectively resolve conflict and improve communication skills
- 14. Davidson Student 704-‐888-‐8888 dastudent@davidson.edu Davidson, NC EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts in Sociology; Minor in French Expected May 20XX • GPA: 3.45 • Coursework includes: Statistics, Survey Methodology, Urban Ethnography, Sociology of Childhood, Globalization and Social Change, Philosophy, and Psychology School For International Training Toulouse, France Intensive French Language and Culture Study Abroad Program Summer 20XX RESEARCH EXPERIENCE National Opinion Research Center Chicago, IL Survey Intern Summer 20XX • Worked with graduate students and staff in the Survey Operations Center department • Developed feasibility test of new questions for a national, longitudinal study conducted for the Bureau of Labor Statistics • Recruited and interviewed 26 respondents for survey • Compiled 40-‐page report recommending changes implemented in final draft of a national survey • Created training materials for, and participated in training of, Computer Assisted Data Enterers Department Of Sociology, Davidson College Davidson, NC Research Assistant Spring 20XX • Conducted Internet-‐based and library research • Provided assistance with the preparation of project-‐related reports, manuscripts, and presentation • Prepared tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results • Performed descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data using SPSS Department Of Sociology, Davidson College Davidson, NC Independent Research Project Fall 20XX • Awarded grant to conduct an independent research project with faculty advisor • Used SPSS to conduct linear regression analysis of the General Social Survey 2008-‐2010 • Produced the academic paper “The Effects of Childhood Family Disruption on Adult Self-‐Reported Health,” LEADERSHIP Black Student Coalition, Davidson College Davidson, NC Treasurer (01/201X-‐12/201X) May 20XX-‐Present • Budget funding for events that increase awareness of African American culture and history on campus • Analyzed past expenditures and increased funding for community service and Black History Month committees • Manage over $42,000 in 2 school years after composing and presenting budget proposals to Activities Tax Council Residence Life Office, Davidson College Davidson, NC Resident Assistant August 20XX-‐May 20XX • Supervised residence hall floor of 24 students and serve as member of the college’s Residence Life Office staff. • Assisted with security and emergency situations; counsel students in a wide variety of issues • Planed and coordinate programs and activities for residence hall community • Advised Dorm Council in planning events and managing budget SKILLS • Computer: Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, Adobe InDesign and SPSS • Language: Highly proficient in written and conversational French
- 15. Davidson Student 888-888-8888, dastudent@davidson.edu, Los Angeles, CA EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Honors Bachelor of Science in Mathematics; Computer Science Concentration Expected May 20XX • Honors Thesis in Automated Planning • GPA: 3.78 • Relevant Coursework: Programming and Problem Solving, Programming Languages, Electronics and Instrumentation, Theory of Computation, Data Structures, Analysis of Algorithms University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Non-Degree Student Spring 20XX • GPA: 4.00 • Relevant Coursework: Research in Computer Science TECHNICAL SKILLS • Proficient in Java, Python, MATLAB, Mathematica, LaTex • Experience using Photoshop, HTML/CSS, iOS, WordPress, Adwords, MySQL, Balsamiq, advanced Excel, Final Cut Pro • Knowledge of Data Structures, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Numerical Analysis COMPUTER SCIENCE EXPERIENCE Davidson College Department of Mathematics Davidson, NC Honors Thesis in Automated Planning August 20XX-Present • Attaining a working knowledge of major machine learning, automated planning, and Boolean satisfiability algorithms and techniques • Implement and test (in Java) the upper confidence bounds applied to trees (UCT) algorithm, a modern search technique pioneered for automated Go (a Chinese board game) players • Creating a class of games in which UCT exhibits a certain unintuitive characteristic called pathology, and will submit results for publication in a computer science research journal UNC Charlotte, Future Computing Lab Charlotte, NC Computer Vision Researcher, National Science Foundation REU Experience December 20XX-August 20XX • Created and implemented (in MATLAB and Java) an automated insect tracking program that processes long video and collects data for biology research • Published and presented results at the Workshop on the Applications of Computer Vision 20XX • Implemented insect tracking program at University of Arizona biology lab where it is used for research in colony behavior of ants LEADERSHIP & ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Davidson College Math and Science Center Davidson, NC Math and Computer Science Tutor August 20XX-Present • Work an average of 10 hours per week teaching concepts and problem solving techniques to both groups and individuals • Collaborate with a team of math and science tutors to operate a walk-in student tutoring center Davidson Outdoors Davidson, NC Odyssey Leader (Summers 20XX, 20XX) October 20XX-Present • The Odyssey program is a pre-orientation program for incoming freshman designed to facilitate the transition into the Davidson community through outdoor experience with other students • Worked with co-leader to plan, organize, and lead eight-day outdoor programs, including backpacking, white water canoeing, and service projects, for groups of eight incoming freshmen Wilderness Leadership Skills Course Mentor (Spring 201X, Fall 201X) • Planned and taught classroom material for semester-long extracurricular course to train student leaders in both the hard and soft skills necessary to lead outdoor trips • Organized and led instructional skills weekends and three/four day backpacking trips as part of course to practice with and advise student leaders
- 16. Davidson Student 888-‐888-‐8888, dastudent@davidson.edu, Davidson, NC EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Expected May 20XX • Cumulative GPA: 3.13 Major GPA: 3.34 • Relevant Coursework: History of Educational Theory and Practice, Directed Field Placement, Adolescent Development, Schools and Society The Alliance For Global Education Beijing, China Development, Politics and Social Change Program Fall 20XX TEACHING EXPERIENCE Community School Of Davidson Davidson, NC Volunteer Assistant Teacher September 20XX-‐Present • Volunteer 10 hours per week at a charter high school assisting 9 th grade Spanish teacher during lessons • Received the 20XX Volunteer of the Year award for excellent service supporting the mission and vision of the school • Lead one-‐on-‐one tutorials with students who have fallen behind in mathematics, bringing 85% of students tutored up to the class average on standardized tests Children’s Defense Fund Freedom Schools Davidson, NC Servant Leader Intern Summer 20XX • Provided front-‐line care and nurturing to ten children between Kindergarten and 8th grade • Served as a facilitator in the classroom and as a leader of afternoon activities using a reading curriculum developed by the Children's Defense Fund Church Of The Good Shepherd Davidson, NC Youth Group Leader January 20XX-‐May 20XX • Assisted Youth Minister in leading and teaching a 15-‐member youth group consisting of children between the ages of 13 and 16 • Led youth group sessions in Youth Minister’s absence including the creation of lesson plans and assessment tools to ensure students meet established learning outcomes LEADERSHIP Residence Life Office, Davidson College Davidson, NC Resident Advisor September 20XX-‐Present • Oversee the physical and emotional well being of 24 first year students through group and individual advising and programming • Built community by organizing over 25 programs typically attended by 90% or more of students • Recommended a change to the process for matching roommates which resulted in a 24% decrease in students changing rooms during the academic year Chidsey Center For Leadership Development, Davidson College Davidson, NC Chidsey Leadership Fellow August 20XX-‐Present • Actively participate in a highly selective four-‐year comprehensive leadership development program that develops leaders through seminars, projects and mentorship • Interviewed professional leaders, applying techniques learned in sessions to the development of a personal leadership style • Developed a Leadership Culture Audit Project to better define leadership at Davidson College which was implemented by senior administration • Gathered and analyzed information about leadership by interviewing other campus leaders SKILLS • Computers: Microsoft Office, WordPress, Audacity, LogicPro, Finale NotePad, iMovie, iPhoto, WorkFlows • Languages: Advanced Spanish
- 17. Davidson Student (888) 888-8888 dastudents@davidson.edu Wilmington, DE EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts in Sociology Expected May 20XX EXPERIENCE Wilmington Grille Wilmington, DE Server Summer 20XX & February 20XX-August 20XX • Provided superior guest service, friendliness and restaurant cleanliness using the restaurant’s proven training system for customer service • Excelled in a fast paced environment where strong attention to detail and communication skills were expected • Ensured that all expectations were met by actively engaging customers and quickly correcting issues • Won Employee of the Month in July 20XX based on high quality of work Rehoboth Beach YMCA Rehoboth Beach, DE Camp Counselor Summer 20XX • Led a group of 20 to 30 girls between the ages of seven and ten through a series of daily educational and athletic activities • Provided instruction to other camp counselors on proper safety and teaching procedures to ensure the camp was following proper YMCA standards • Provided the camp director with feedback on daily camp operations and recommendations for camper engagement activities • Received highest level work performance rating by supervisors • Certified in first aid and CPR LEADERSHIP & STUDENT INVOLVEMENT Honor Council, Davidson College Davidson, NC Sophomore Member August 20XX-Present • One of 11 members elected from the sophomore class to evaluate evidence and testimony to determine proper sanctions for violations of the Davidson College Honor Code and Code of Responsibility Residence Life Office, Davidson College Davidson, NC Hall Counselor August 20XX-Present • Foster an environment where 16 residents are able to academically perform and ensured the maintenance of 12 rooms • Implement programs that built community and most importantly, trust, allowing residents to know one another as valued residents • Respond in crisis situations by assessing the environment and appropriately judging the situation based on extensive alcohol training Speech and Debate Team, Mount Pleasant High School Wilmington, DC Vice President (January 20XX-January 20XX) January 20XX-May 20XX • Devoted over 60 hours per month to research, discussion, case writing, and practicing for competitions • Learn to think rigorously and critically in preparation for highly competitive debates against teams from across the mid-Atlantic region • Refined communication skills through continuous practice with coaches and teammates • Developed strong research skills in preparation for debates on current topics in local, national and world affairs • Expanded membership from 13 to 43 debaters during term as vice president through targeted outreach to members of the student body SKILLS & INTERESTS • Chinese (conversational) • Travel, French Cooking, Competitive Mountain Biking (placed first in age group at 20XX Pocono Championships)
- 18. Davidson Firstyear (704) 123-‐4567 • dfirstyear@davidson.edu • Anytown, NC EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts (Undeclared Major) Expected May 20XX • GPA: 3.04 William Smith School Anytown, NC High School Diploma June 20XX • GPA: 3.97 • William Smith Award, given to senior with most school spirit WORK EXPERIENCE J.Crew Anytown, NC Sales Associate January 20XX-‐August 20XX • Developed and maintained strong relationships with several customers, keeping record of past purchases to help provide future suggestions and promote new items • Responsible for closing, including balancing registers, calculating inventory levels, and securing the store • Recognized as Top Sales Associate for the months of May and July Camp Wigamochee Smithville, ME Counselor Summers 20XX-‐20XX • Assisted with running of regular camp activities, supervision and daily duties, while living with and acting as a mentor to 10 middle school age children • Served as a liaison between the camp and community by delivering supplies, transporting campers needing medical attention and alternative travel arrangements, depositing money, making change requests, and purchasing necessary items for camp to run smoothly • Led weekly mountain hiking excursions, responsible for trail planning, food prep, and ensuring safety • Helped camp owner with improving their social media marketing campaign for the 201X summer camp, leading to a 40% boost in applications LEADERSHIP Davidson College Student Government Association Davidson, NC Class Senator August 20XX-‐Present • Meet weekly to discuss issues pertaining to student life on campus • Lead initiative to bring food vendors to our cafeteria, in response to student’s desire for more food options • Worked closely with Finance Sub-‐Committee to help allocate a budget of $130,000 Ada Jenkins Center Davidson, NC Tutor September 20XX-‐Present • Tutor at-‐risk children by leading daily activities and helping with homework, three days a week • Serve as a mentor and role model for students as they prepared for an annual talent show at the Center William Smith High School Swim Team Anytown, NC Team Captain (August 20XX-‐May 20XX) August 20XX-‐May 20XX • Lead team to state victory, acting as team morale leader and participant in our medley relay team, which placed first at state. Also responsible for logistics of trip, from hotel booking to travel plans • Practiced with team, five times a week, occasionally leading workouts when coach was unavailable • Acted as assistant coach for the middle school swim team, involved mostly with leading weekend practices William Smith High School Student Government Association Anytown, NC Student Body President August 20XX-‐May 20XX • Led weekly Student Government Association meetings, being the first president to allow attendance by the general student body as a way to improve transparency and increase student input
- 19. Davidson Firstyear (704) 123-4567 • dfirstyear@davidson.edu • Davidson, NC EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts in History Expected May 2018 GPA: 3.21 WORK EXPERIENCE Art Emporium Performing Arts Camp Dallas, TX Dance Instructor Summer 201X • Traveled nationwide directing performing arts day camps with 75 third through eighth graders to put on a musical in five days • Dealt with discipline issues and communication with parents, while maintaining control over all of the campers • Assigned parts in the musical to children according to skill level and age, taught them the dances, and conducted rehearsals • Operated the sound during rehearsals and performances; created organized sound scripts and executed them during performances • Worked with two other staff members to assist with directing the musical and dramatic aspects of the show Anne’s Boutique Dallas, TX Sales Associate January 201X-April 201X • Developed and maintained strong relationships with several customers, keeping record of past purchases to help provide personalized suggestions for future purchases and as a way to promote new items to loyal customers • Engaged suppliers to help create an efficient supply chain of clothing, focusing on decreasing unusable inventory and tailoring our clothing stock to meet current trends; this plan helped increase inventory turnover rate by 10% for the 201X year • Responsible for closing duties, including balancing registers, calculating inventory levels, and securing the store • Recognized as Top Sales Associate for the months of May 201X, July 201X and February 201X LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Young Life Charlotte, NC Volunteer Leader August 201X-Present • Dedicate over 10 hours each week to planning and orchestrating activities for a large youth outreach event with 100 high school students • Lead weekly, group discussions on various topics, while also mentoring students by spending one-on-one time with each individual Gamut Dance Company, Davidson College Davidson, NC Dancer October 201X-Present • Selected as one of 15 dancers in Davidson’s dance company known for its commitment to artistic development and technical training • Dedicate eight hours a week to technique classes and rehearsal for events on campus and the company’s annual show • Performed in and choreographed tap, modern, and pointe ballet pieces in Gamut Dance Company’s annual shows and Dance Ensemble’s biannual show Turner Hall Eating House Davidson, NC Active Member February 201X-Present • Engage the Davidson campus and community through active involvement in a 135-member civic and social organization • Spend time with residents at The Pines Nursing Home in Davidson, NC, every week, as part of the Adopt-A- Grandparent initiative Community School of Davidson Davidson, NC Mathematics Tutor September 201X-Present • Teach math lessons, create exercises, and assign homework for high school students to master skills in mathematics
- 20. Davidson FirstYear (888) 888-8888 dastudents@davidson.edu Manchester, MO EDUCATION Davidson College Davidson, NC Bachelor of Arts (Undeclared Major) Expected May 20XX Lafayette High School St. Louis, MO Honor Graduate June 20XX • AAUW Student-Athlete Award, 201X Wilson All-American, Courtney Wilkerson French Scholar EXPERIENCE Manchester Park Municipal Pool Manchester, MO Lifeguard Summer 20XX • Worked with two other lifeguards to ensure safety at busy public pool averaging 1,500 guests daily • Recognized by supervisors for taking initiative to suggest positive changes and new policies to reduce dangerous incidents • Assigned additional responsibilities for special events due to diligence and safety record Bishop Family Manchester, MO Nanny Summer 20XX • Ensured the safety of two children during daily activities as well as over 25 special recreational outings • Designed activities to enhance learning and creativity, utilizing a variety of teaching methods obtained through independent research LEADERSHIP Davidson College Center For Civic Engagement Davidson, NC Bonner Scholar August 20XX-Present • Conduct 280 hours of community service during each academic year and 280 hours during two summers to support the mission and growth of local nonprofit organizations • Develop leadership skills through performance of community service and reflection Lafayette High School St. Louis, MO Senior Class President August 20XX-June 20XX • Led a 14 member class council charged with organizing events for seniors and bringing student concerns to the administration • Organized the senior class prom, which had a budget of $10,000 and was attended by over 3,500 students and guests Drive for Success, Lafayette High School St. Louis, MO Founder and Chair October 20XX-May 20XX • Conceived of and implemented a donation drive to collect professional clothing for women in need • Collaborated with church administrators to design publicity, resulting in 357 business suit donations • Generated enthusiasm to continue this as annual event Varsity Basketball, Lafayette High School St. Louis, MO Captain (October 20XX-March 20XX) October 20XX-March 20XX • Provided leadership and helped organize practices for a fifteen member team, instilling leadership and a strong work ethic in fellow players • Competed as varsity athlete 201X-201X and 201X-201X committing 15 hours per week to practice and competition SKILLS • Languages: Proficient in Spanish • Computer: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop