Arjun Bhargava Email & Phone Number

columnist for “the girls are gagged”

Los Angeles, California, United States

• wrote opinion pieces covering broad range of topics: mental health, access to exercise for marginalized communities, the importance of widespread use of attachment theory, & USC’s problematic use of honorary degrees in honoring cis-white men for inclusion

design training team member @ innodesign usc

writer @ Haute Magazine

Los Angeles, California, United States

• worked in the center, greeting customers and working reception, assisting with center maintenance, and creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere for LGBTQ+ students • represented the LGBTQ+ Center amongst the USC community widely; presented award at LGBTQ+ Lavender Graduation Ceremony and led National Coming Out Day Instagram Takeover on @uscedu Instagram • planned three programs: Succulent Affirmation Program, Plant Propagation exchange, & Trip to Prosperity Market for Black History Month • attended, planned, and helped provide on-site assistance during 30+ LGBTQ+ programs • attended two LGBTQ+ Leadership Retreats: Queer Rising & T-camp• ran and managed the center's social media, primarily Instagram. Oversaw 90+ posts throughout one academic year. Through increased posting, giveaways, and other forms of strategic content curation, increased following by 400 students.• worked with center’s graphic designer to curate campaigns and spreads, including Trans Day of Remembrance, International Pronouns Day, Intersex Day, Native American Heritage Month• Utilized Canva and Adobe Illustrator to create 10+ graphics

• curated daily Instagram posts for filming location service • worked with members of the team to create new ideas for increasing outreach such as giveaways, behind the scenes stories ect. • introduced content creation on TikTok and Instagram Reels

United States

• worked with a team of 100+ members of IKEA staff to create an atmosphere of kindness, respect, and gratitude with open communication. • served as cashier & helped customers complete purchases • served as customer service representative helping customers with returns, problems, and special orders such as requiring delivery or assistance with assembly

-Brainstorm methodology to encourage self-agency, intrinsic motivation, interdisciplinary problem-solving, and a sense of belonging in general membership body.-Analyze organization goals, their applications and progress within current initiatives. -Generate general meeting ideas to align with organization values and meet productivity targets.-Critically and carefully review application materials and interviewing potential general members.-Creation of Wrigley Institute sustainability ambassador program to advocate for sustainability at the institutional level.

Mckinney, Texas, United States

• sold plants and provided customized care and tips to customers for indoor houseplants • assisted customers finding and locating plants and plant products • served as a cashier, promoted the Calloway’s Reward program, and helped transport purchased products into cars• helped with the stocking and maintenance of plants and cleaning of store

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Communication And Media Studies

Activities and Societies: GPA: 4.0 Outreach & Social Media Coordinator @ LGBTQ+SC Daily Trojan Opinion Staff Writer Novus Think Tank: Exec.

W: 4.85, Uw: 3.93

Activities and Societies: Student Council, Sustainable Fashion Club, Interdisciplinary Study & Mentorship Program, Key Club, Environmental.