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- Assist in developing public policy for the 34 miles of San Diego Bay waterfront, covering Chula Vista, Coronado, Imperial Beach, National City, and San Diego.- Contribute to placemaking efforts in San Diego through public parks and art installations.- Support permit compliance for public events, vending, and expressive activities.

- Assisted newly arrived refugees and individuals facing barriers to accessing services in San Diego.- Supported clients primarily from the El Cajon office, with occasional off-site fieldwork.- Facilitated client enrollment in services and support programs.- Developed guides and learning materials on healthcare navigation and local community resources.- Organized long-term projects and resources to improve refugee livelihoods.- Provided office support, prepared case files, and maintained supplies.

- Conducted an in-depth literature review to support Dr. Bochra Laghssais's research on Amazigh women's peacebuilding in the Netherlands, under the guidance of Briana Mawby and the Women PeaceMaker Fellow.- Drafted a comprehensive summary of the literature review to support the Women PeaceMaker Fellows’ final written report.- Provided research assistance to Dr. Bochra Laghssais as directed by Briana Mawby.

- Greet guests in a friendly and professional manner as they enter the restaurant.- Assist guests in finding suitable seating arrangements and accommodate special requests whenever possible.- Manage the waitlist efficiently, ensuring timely seating for guests while optimizing table turnover.- Answer incoming phone calls, take reservations, and provide accurate information about restaurant services and policies.- Maintain a clean and organized front-of-house area, including the hostess station and waiting area.- Communicate with servers, bussers, and management to coordinate seating arrangements and manage guest flow.- Handle guest complaints or issues professionally and escalate them to management when necessary.- Collaborate with the kitchen and waitstaff to ensure a seamless dining experience.- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.

- Provided top-notch customer service during various events, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.- Expertly set up event spaces, including table arrangements, decorations, and AV equipment, to create memorable atmospheres for guests.- Collaborated seamlessly with kitchen and bar staff to guarantee the timely delivery of food and beverages, consistently meeting presentation and quality standards.- Efficiently managed reservations, large parties, and guest requests, demonstrating strong organizational and interpersonal skills.- Upheld rigorous food safety, hygiene, and alcohol service standards, contributing to a safe and enjoyable dining environment for all guests.

- Employ leadership, communication, and networking prowess to enhance the standing and recruitment initiatives of the Kroc School.- Act as the ambassador for the Kroc School both on campus and within the broader community.- Organize recruitment events tailored for prospective students.- Devote efforts to showcasing the school to current and potential students through various in-person events and diverse media platforms.

As a graduate assistant to Dr. Philip Gamaghelyan, I coordinate the Graduate Certificate in Mediation and Conflict Resolution program, in collaboration with the Imagine Center for Conflict Transformation.The Spring 2024 program featured an online segment from January to May, followed by an in-person residency from May 24 to June 9, 2024, at the University of San Diego's Madrid campus.Similarly, the Fall 2024 program runs online from August to December, with a residency scheduled from October 18 to November 3, 2024, at the University of San Diego campus.

Head Coach of the Men's and Women's Track and Field teams at Dana Middle School for the Fall 2024 season.

- Help co-lead a cohort of 103 undergraduate students and support them throughout the program to ensure all questions are answered and that they are on track to complete the program- Will assist in day-to-day administrative work alongside the Program Director to ensure student files and records are maintained and up to date- Assist in the mission and support of the Care For Our Common Home Initiative, including correspondence, event and outreach planning, and any other task assigned by its Director- Aid in the development/enhancement of programmatic processes to ensure all aspects of the program are functioning; may include creating or developing programming or training materials- Aid in the tracking of impact utilizing GIS to map the work fellows are doing in the community alongside the Community Engagement & Administrative Coordinator- Attend both in-person and virtual events and programming as requested to provide staff support

- Actively contribute to fulfilling KGSA's mission of empowering post-graduate students and enhancing their academic experience at the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies.- Organize and participate in social events to cultivate a warm and inclusive community for all students.- Ensure that every student felt welcomed, respected, and represented within the KROC community.- Collaborate on wellness workshops, both student-led and KGSA-led, to provide essential tools and resources for academic, professional, and emotional development.- Disseminate critical information about available resources at the University of San Diego (USD).- Organize student-led events to empower fellow students to explore new opportunities, challenge themselves, and grow both personally and professionally.- Actively advocate for students' needs and amplify their voices within the Kroc community.

- Build relationships and communicate with students to provide best learning environment in ESL,citizenship classes, and conversation classes.- Monitor student progress and adjust instruction to meet individual needs.- Collaborate with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.- Participate in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement andimprovement.

- Members will be responsible for advancing policy that is centered on (a) promoting equity in higher education, (b) impacts students attending independent non-profit colleges and universities and the demographics that it serves, (c) and other relevant policy to ICCU students aligned with the ICCAP policy priorities agreed upon and adopted by the cohort. - Write and edit letters of support, memos, and briefs of the decided policy that work to amplify the ICCU sector’s voice while translating complex issues for policymakers and stakeholders to demonstrate the impact and importance the policy will have on students if passed. - Interface formally and informally with media (i.e. social media, video testimonials), policymakers, and student groups to further advance bills.- Researches, reviews, and compiles data and information from sources such as the annual AICCU Impact Report and other factsheets (available on the aiccu.edu website) and information outlined in the policy to adequately inform all communication (verbal, written, social media, digital). - Utilize platforms such as Canva to create graphics that highlight the impact of proposed legislation or budget asks tailored to inform both policy makers and general audience.- Use written and oral communications skills to break down complex concepts such as dense legislative language, demographic data, and budget statements for both policy makers and general audience.

PacWest All-Academic team (4 years), Selected to represent the PacWest Conference at the 2023 NCAA Leadership Forum in April 2023, Student Athlete Leadership Track Team Representative, Dedicated over 20 hours a week to practice, conditioning, competition, and team meetings, Conceptualized and designed content for the PLNU Track Instagram (@PLNUTRACK)

- Create and manage student appointments in Wellness Center- Deal with a high volume of calls and inquiries - Knowledgeable of all aspects of the office and COVID-19 clinic

- Greets and acknowledges visitors, answers their questions and assist with Park information- Assisted in managing Social Media accounts- Promote Foundation membership, events, and programs we support/fund for the Park- Direct customers to products and suggest items they may be seeking- Process sales utilizing point-of-sale system on registers- Verifies amount of bank at beginning and end of each shift- Routinely stocks merchandise racks and shelves- Maintains a clean and organized store and sales counter- Takes interest in outdoors, nature, preservation of nature, science, and/or history- Follow rules and policies of National Park Service and Cabrillo National Monument Foundation- Perform duties as requested by Store Manager or Executive Director

Laboratory experience in constructing one or more of the news forms of the weekly student publication: news reporting; feature writing, editorials, photojournalism.

- Prepared in-person and online orders in a fast paced environment - Lead shifts and help train new employees - Worked POS system