Ruth Dolan Email & Phone Number

Glasgow, GB

As a sales assistant in the University shop, serving the public has given me confidence interacting with a wide range of people and developed my organisation skills. I ensure the shop is always kept clean and presentable and engage with customers to optimise their shopping experience. Furthermore, I often organise orders for staff members at the University.

As Club President I oversaw the running and organisation of the Women's Basketball Club at the University of Glasgow. This was highly demanding and involved managing 40-50 players as well as 2 part-time staff and heading a committee. As President, I implemented the club’s first recreational team which involved negotiating with the University Sport’s.

As the National League Secretary for the Women's Basketball Club at the University of Glasgow I was responsible for organising fixtures for the club as well as being the principal communicator with the sport's governing body, Basketball Scotland. Moreover, I aimed to get as many club members possible a Basketball Scotland Tabling Qualification. It was.

I worked as a Basketball Coach at Boroughmuir Blaze's Summer Camp for primary school aged children. I was responsible for large groups of children and aimed to deliver fun and engaging sessions while keeping safety and wellbeing at the forefront of my practice. The ages and abilities of the children varied greatly which meant I had to modify my sessions to.

Worked as a Student Caller for UofG’s Spring Fundraising Telephone Campaign. I engaged with alumni over the phone to further the University’s goal of strengthening ties with alumni and encouraged them to donate to the University. Moreover, I updated the alumni on ongoing university projects. This involved utilising communication skills and building a.

I worked as part of a team promoting comedy acts at the world renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival. This involved working in a fast-paced environment and I had to adjust and adapt quickly, ensuring I was up to date on the latest media surrounding the acts I represented. I had to approach members of the public and advertise the acts I was promoting in a fun.

Worked part-time as a Sales Assistant in a small team while completing my high school education. This involved serving customers at the till as well as being responsible for the shop while the manager was on break. I catered to the customers’ needs and helped them to select items to purchase. As an active member of the team I often approached customers to.

Undergraduate, History, First Class Degree

Graduated in 2021 with a First Class Honours Degree. In 1st and 2nd year I studied Sociology, Politics and Philosophy alongside History..

Education record

Achieved 8 As at National 5 (including Maths and English), 5 As at Higher (including Maths and English) and 3 As at Advanced Higher.