EDUCATION
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL
June 2013
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Cumulative GPA: 3.0/4.0
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Research Methods Project
The impact of attire on ratings of likeability.
Fall 2012
Researched similar/past experiments published through journals for fact-gathering and experiment guidelines
Recruited participants from the Chicago area to rate pictures on a scale of likeability and recorded data
Gathered and entered response data through spreadsheets utilizing Microsoft Excel
Utilized a range of statistical methods to analyze the data and determine results
Collaborated with team members to present results and provide future recommendations
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Northwestern University Varsity Volleyball Team
Team Captain/Member
Fall 2011 - Present
Elected as team captain by teammates and coaches in senior year
Balance full-time academic course load with 20+ hours of athletic responsibilities
Serve as mediator to strengthen relationship between coaches and players
Participate in life skills sessions that focus on effective leadership, organization, and time-stress management
Uphold coach and team standards by promoting healthy and successful relationships
Selected as an alternate for U.S. National Team (2008)
Serve as member of the first team in program history to make the second round of NCAA tournament (2009)
Northwestern University Athlete Leadership Development Program
Participant
Fall 2010 - Fall 2011
Discussed ways athletic experiences can translate into important career-related skills
Created mission statement for Northwestern Volleyball team by incorporating team vision and goals
Co-led workshops on effective communication, decision-making, conflict resolution, and problem solving
Northwestern University Volleyball Clinic
Counselor
Seasonal 2009 - 2010
Demonstrated quality volleyball skills while empowering campers to achieve goals through hard work
Oversaw program activities for 600-1000 participants attending event
Provided a range of presentations to teach participants basic and advanced volleyball skills
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Abercrombie & Fitch
Sales Associate
Spring 2009 - Summer 2010
Created new ways of attracting customers through direct advertising and increased daily sales by up to 100%
Provided personalized consultations to diverse customers based on their specific needs
Performed product research and submitted information to the regional director
Attended annual sales associate training for professional development
Upheld company policies on work conduct, customer service, and financial management
Delegated opening and closing responsibility to less experienced employees
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Participant, Relay for Life
Participant, Dig for the Cure
Volunteer, Fairy Tale Trail
Volunteer, Howard Area Community Center