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Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area

Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

I supported two professors in delivering courses on "Theoretical Approaches to World Order" and "Nations and Nationality" ensuring smooth operation of class activities and student engagement. I developed and graded quarterly exams, along with over 200 quizzes, midterms, and final essays, maintaining a consistent and fair evaluation process for students' academic performance. I conducted weekly office hours both in-person and via Zoom to address student queries on course materials and study strategies, while mentoring first and second-year students on course load management and academic planning. I managed the online Canvas page, published supplementary learning materials, attended weekly classes, and efficiently handled over 50 student emails to provide timely assistance and support.

Remote

I assist and collaborate with analysts to create structured reports of daily current events across international regions through open source intelligence. I analyze various databases and utilize graphic design tools to build relevant data visualizations. I developed a wide range of understanding and awareness of relevant global events and emerging risks that impact ERI clients.

Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

I collected current and relevant information each week from various sources, and complied all research into a comprehensive weekly report to present to a group of fellow researchers. We were responsible in formulating potential policy recommendations out of collected research, collaborating with team members to create joint recommendations regarding diplomacy, defense, and development plans. The team created a cohesive report at the end of the semester to present to members of the State Department, receiving professional feedback as individuals and as a team.

Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

I conduct weekly research alongside small groups of university students, studying and collecting data from international, current events. I organize and present newfound data/information under a strict deadline to prepare to be sent to various publishing companies. I am responsible for managing and updating all emails, social media accounts, alumni networks; replying promptly to all messages received, and creating weekly newsletters and posts across various media platforms. I also train and lead a Deputy Secretary and Social Media Coordinator; delegating weekly tasks for each position, setting deadlines, and ensuring all operations and communication are operating efficiently.

Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

As a research assistant, I collect data across multiple search engines, searching for specific bill numbers, legislators, lobbyists, and testimonies. I was responsible to form connections between all data collected, creating a logical network to explain the creation, approval or disapproval, and the influential figures of each bill. I uploaded and shared new data in a coherent manner to other, fellow research assistants for further research and networkings. I also adhere to personal, as well as, structured deadlines within the project, meeting specific data goals each week.

Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

During this role, I was a Teaching Assistant for Retired Ambassador Kenneth Yalowitz. I assisted in classroom operations such as: managing the Canvas site, collect and return student submissions, oversee student attendance/roll, as well as attend class regularly. I remained up to date on global, current events, gathering research to create thought provoking questions for a diplomacy simulation. I also helped plan student projects and collect data for external research.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Political Science, 3.91 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Graduate Teaching Assistant

Master Of Arts - Ma, Political Science, 4.0

Graduate exchange semester to work with TU Darmstadt faculty on thesis proposal and chapters.

Bachelor'S Degree, International Relations And Affairs, 3.95 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Executive Secretary of International Relations Organization, Undergraduate Research Assistant, and Undergraduate.

Advanced High School Diploma, 4.29

Activities and Societies: Managing Editor of Tuscarora High School Yearbook Staff, Mu Alpha Theta, National Publications Honor Society, &.