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Buffalo, New York, United States

As a fundraising coordinator, I work with an amazing team that assists in fundraising and events that benefits Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. In the special events department, we put on multiple events each year including the Ride for Roswell, Empire State Ride, Icecycle, Bald for Bucks, Summer Splash, and more! A large part of my role is building and maintaining relationships with participants, fundraisers, donators, volunteers, and coordinators. My largest role is being the Roswell… Show more As a fundraising coordinator, I work with an amazing team that assists in fundraising and events that benefits Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. In the special events department, we put on multiple events each year including the Ride for Roswell, Empire State Ride, Icecycle, Bald for Bucks, Summer Splash, and more! A large part of my role is building and maintaining relationships with participants, fundraisers, donators, volunteers, and coordinators. My largest role is being the Roswell Park representative that attends all Bald for Bucks events. Schools across WNY coordinate events where students and teachers can fundraise money by cutting, shaving, or styling their hair. As a not for profit organization, donations go towards life-saving cancer research. As my first full-time position after college, I couldn’t be happier doing what I do! I know my grandparents would be so proud that I now work at the cancer institute that they received treatment at🩵 Show less

Geneseo, New York, United States

Anna's Ball is an annual fundraising event for Anna's Wish foundation which is a non-profit organization that provides services for children dealing with pediatric cancer. The organization was created by a Geneseo alum in honor of his late daughter. In my role as the coordinating intern, I worked closely with the faculty advisor to make sure this event was both beneficial and fun. A few my responsibilities included reserving locations and furniture, coordinating live performances, setting up… Show more Anna's Ball is an annual fundraising event for Anna's Wish foundation which is a non-profit organization that provides services for children dealing with pediatric cancer. The organization was created by a Geneseo alum in honor of his late daughter. In my role as the coordinating intern, I worked closely with the faculty advisor to make sure this event was both beneficial and fun. A few my responsibilities included reserving locations and furniture, coordinating live performances, setting up catering, organizing a food truck, basket raffles, DIY activities, outdoor games, photo booth, and more. To increase attendance at this event, I focused on advertising our exciting activities as well as highlighting the purpose of this fundraiser. I also reached out to local businesses to ask for sponsorship or donations, in exchange for advertising. Succeeding in this position proved that I have the organizational and interpersonal skills, as well as the passion necessary for this line of work! Show less

Geneseo, New York, United States

As a Communication Department coordinating intern, I worked closely with other interns and faculty including the head of the department. The main event I assisted in planning was the annual Geneseo Insomnia Film Festival. For this exciting and creative event, students create teams and must write, film, and edit a short film within a 24 hour period. Then, at the Award Show, all films are shown and judges vote on first, second, and third place. My main responsibilities included creating new… Show more As a Communication Department coordinating intern, I worked closely with other interns and faculty including the head of the department. The main event I assisted in planning was the annual Geneseo Insomnia Film Festival. For this exciting and creative event, students create teams and must write, film, and edit a short film within a 24 hour period. Then, at the Award Show, all films are shown and judges vote on first, second, and third place. My main responsibilities included creating new social media accounts, posting weekly, designing advertising posters, reserving locations, setting up catering, reaching out to businesses for sponsorships/donations, and more. Since this was the first year the Communication Department undertook the event, there were a handful of struggles, as was expected. However, by clearly communicating with interns and faculty, as well as maintaining a very organized to-do list and spreadsheet, we successfully continued this event for another year. Organizing the GIFF, and assisting with other Communication related projects such as the Senior Celebration, has further developed my passion for higher education and event coordinating. Show less

Williamsville, New York, United States

During my time as a hostess, I transformed the customer experience at this brand new restaurant. Due to its complicated nature--like ordering on an iPad, receiving food from a robot, and other new all-you-can-eat dining processes--I developed a script for hosts to follow in order to clearly explain the ordering process to new guests. I believe that this has continually made the experience better, easier, and more seamless for those who haven't dined with us before. I was able to thrive in this… Show more During my time as a hostess, I transformed the customer experience at this brand new restaurant. Due to its complicated nature--like ordering on an iPad, receiving food from a robot, and other new all-you-can-eat dining processes--I developed a script for hosts to follow in order to clearly explain the ordering process to new guests. I believe that this has continually made the experience better, easier, and more seamless for those who haven't dined with us before. I was able to thrive in this role by keeping reservations and duties organized, communicating with management and kitchen staff, and focusing heavily on customer satisfaction. After only a month as a host, I became the main trainer for new hires. I thoroughly enjoyed this role because I was able to teach new hosts the most effective way to do things, and how to facilitate the best experience for all guests of Wind. Show less

Geneseo, New York, United States

As an assistant editor for the SUNY Geneseo newspaper, The Lamron, I assisted the Opinion editor with their weekly responsibilities. I attended meetings, helped figure out the weekly budget, and curated a new article each week. I worked closely alongside the Opinion editor and other editors on the E-board to make sure articles were up to our high standards. Working for the school paper confirmed my love of writing and editing. I believe the skills I have gained in this role will help me no… Show more As an assistant editor for the SUNY Geneseo newspaper, The Lamron, I assisted the Opinion editor with their weekly responsibilities. I attended meetings, helped figure out the weekly budget, and curated a new article each week. I worked closely alongside the Opinion editor and other editors on the E-board to make sure articles were up to our high standards. Working for the school paper confirmed my love of writing and editing. I believe the skills I have gained in this role will help me no matter what field of work I go into. Being skilled at writing, editing, formatting, and communicating will help me for the rest of my life. Although there are some struggles that come along with being a part of a volunteer-based and low budget school organization, members of The Lamron are able to work together to produce quality writing every week of the school year. Show less

Geneseo, New York, United States

For two semesters during my time at SUNY Geneseo, I was a Lead Teaching Assistant for an Introduction to Communication course. As a brand new course being introduced to the major, I valued the development of course content and an effective learning style above all. While working closely with the lecturing professor, we were able to develop this course from the ground up in a way that greatly benefits first year Communication students.I focused on many aspects of the course, from… Show more For two semesters during my time at SUNY Geneseo, I was a Lead Teaching Assistant for an Introduction to Communication course. As a brand new course being introduced to the major, I valued the development of course content and an effective learning style above all. While working closely with the lecturing professor, we were able to develop this course from the ground up in a way that greatly benefits first year Communication students.I focused on many aspects of the course, from planning assignments and papers, to in class participation, to organizing a team of other Teaching Assistants. It was my duty to create course content and be a support system for the TAs or "Team Leaders." From semester to semester, myself and the professor made important changes to different aspects of the course in order to create the most effective learning experience for students. Thanks to all the time we've spent developing this course and the material, I believe it has become a very beneficial class for Communication students and anyone interested in a similar field. Show less

Geneseo, New York, United States

Williamsville, New York, United States

East Amherst, New York, United States

At only 17 years old, I become one of the Shift Leads (or Key Holders) at Plato's Closet. This retail store buys gently used second hand clothing and sells them back to shoppers. It was my job to run the store when the manager wasn't there, as well as delegate tasks, organize clothes, answer the phone, post on social media, handle cash, open and close the store, and much more.