Ava Shapiro Email & Phone Number

Waterville, Me, Us

Portland, Maine Metropolitan Area

- Analyze participant attendance data and feedback from previous events to identify trends and areas for improvement- Develope strategies to enhance networking opportunities for young professionals in Maine, including planning and coordinating a networking event for interns in summer 2025

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

-Research, conduct, and present a qualitative and quantitative data analysis on economic development in regions with immigration influx-Write and publish financial reports for donors on various Eisenhower Institute educational programs -Assist in hiring process of new DC Program Manager by meeting, interviewing, and writing evaluations of candidates-Redesign and present employee onboarding process to improve efficiency and participant experience-Research and compile a comprehensive database of D.C. summer internships to assist students in finding and applying for relevant opportunities-Design promotional materials for Eisenhower Institute programs to enhance outreach and engagement

Waterville, Maine, United States

Colby Hillel is the home of Jewish life on campus. From home-cooked Shabbat dinners and High Holiday celebrations to social events and learning, Hillel provides a Jewish community and rabbinical support to students at Colby. I am a member of the Hillel Board, where I specifically work as a holiday coordinator. As a holiday coordinator, my responsibilities include:• Planning, coordinating, and executing services, meals, and events on campus for a range of Jewish holidays • Cultivating relationships with local Jewish organizations, synagogues, and community leaders to enhance collaboration and resource-sharing for holiday programming

Waterville, Maine, United States

Colby College's Maine History and Food Club was founded to engage students with the state of Maine through exploration and supporting local businesses. The club provides transportation and covers all costs of activities and food, ensuring that it is accessible and equitable for all students.As treasurer, my responsibilities include: • Managing financial affairs of the club, overseeing budgeting, financial transactions, and record-keeping• Developing and maintaining accurate financial reports and providing regular updates to fellow club leadership • Collaborating with co-presidents and secretary to plan and execute events within budget constraints• Conducting financial audits to ensure compliance with club policies and regulations• Initiating and maintaining effective financial documentation and filing systems for easy reference and auditing purposes

Waterville, Maine, United States

The Colby College Outing Club owns a cabin, firepit, and lakeside property on one of the Belgrade Lakes. This cabin is available to be rented by students, alumni, and other people within the Colby College community.As a cabin manager, my responsibilities include:• Effectively managing reservations for the cabin year-round• Implementing a streamlined reservation system, improving efficiency and preventing scheduling conflicts• Ensuring ongoing maintenance and cleanliness of the cabin, contributing to a welcoming environment for guests • Collaborating with co-head and other outing club leaders to address and resolve issues promptly, fostering a postivie and cooperative team environment

Waterville, Maine, United States

I am responsible for building a network of wellness engagement with the residents of the Healthy Colby Residence Hall. I, and the rest of the interns, partner with community advisors to understand the wellness interests of residents and point them toward resources for healthy living both within and beyond the Hall itself.Responsibilities include: -Acting as an ambassador for Healthy Colby and the wellness domains in the designated Healthy Colby Residence Hall(s) across campus-Designing and implementing Healthy Colby programs in the Healthy Colby Residence Hall including scheduling, promoting, and evaluating-Assisting Healthy Colby residents in identifying wellness priorities and working towards them-Managing the Healthy Colby GroupME with contribution of regular posts that encourage networking and collaborative engagement in wellness pursuits and campus events-Assisting the Healthy Colby Coordinator in any task that is deemed necessary -Attending HCRI meetings and special events-Performing additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Waterville, Maine, United States

Duties include coordinating with different on-campus departments and off-campus vendors to book event/meeting spaces, answering phone calls to help with customer service concerns, and handling other office tasks, such as registering departments/customers into the scheduling software. EMS is the software used to book event spaces/register customers.

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

-Research and present strategies to support and implement paid internship opportunities within federal organizations-Conduct research to update sexual harassment workplace policies, addressing ambiguity and gray areas in existing frameworks

Augusta, Maine, United States

-Research and write articles/press releases based on Maine Department of Education Initiatives/Programs/Grants and events happening in schools -Create and edit video advertisements for different DOE programs -Design promotional flyers/materials for DOE branches and programs-Develop interview questions and conduct interviews at state-wide education-related events for press release and articles-Photograph and publish pictures at education-related events for Department/other promotional use-Manage official DOE event calendar and YouTube channel

Quogue, New York, United States

I spent my freshman summer working in the Quogue Village office. In my work there, I did many office tasks, including:- Matching & recording last names with respective taxes from batch lists, improving tax record accuracy- Filing & mailing warrants for unpaid taxes to individuals, assisting in revenue collection- Managing the distribution of beach permits through verifying information, explaining registration policies, managing sign-out process, and helping to replace lost permits- Analyzing archived meeting minutes to extract necessary information - Organizing tax records and filing change of address and property forms- Proofreading and editing minutes from Board of Trustees meetings for accuracy- Maintaining meticulous records of vouches and other materials, streamlining data accessibility I attended and worked Village Court, Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Board of Trustees meetings. I ensured meetings ran smoothly by relaying cases (court), escorting guests, note taking, filing papers, and managing Zoom cameras.I also learned a lot about both Quogue and NYS village code, including: - Gaining in-depth knowledge of different business districts within the village- Village Code, including regulations on housing, parking, rentals, signs, fees, and taxes- Zoning Approval rules and appeal application process, including variances and extension requests- Acquiring knowledge of the Building Department’s functions, including fees, assessed vs. appraised value, property vs. land value, and conforming vs. non-conforming structures- Learning about Freedom of Information Law and its implications for villagers applying to see property records- Gaining insight into easements and the Suffolk County Clean Water PlanI also conducted and published 3 research projects on projects on Village beach spending, Zoning board of Appeals applications, &the Hazardous Chemicals Safety Training Program. These are further elaborated in the projects section.

East Quogue, New York, United States

Responsibilities include:-Clearing plates, breaking down and resetting tables, providing other necessary sidework-Providing good customer service for guests

Bachelor'S Degree, Government And Educational Studies, Sophomore

Activities and Societies: Maine History and Food Club (treasurer), Colby Outing Club (cabin manager), Equestrian Club, Ultimate Frisbee.

Washington Semester Program