Worked closely with the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Alumni Relations and Executive Director at the Cal Aggie Alumni Association. Focused on learning the three professional areas of advancement—alumni relations, communications & marketing, and development through the completion of a project for the Cal Aggie Alumni Association. My project looks to uncover best practices for implementing a new volunteer data research tool that can be used to increase volunteer participation.Responsibilities include:•Researching existing data analytic tools•Determining the categories and measurement variables for engagement scores•Creating a plan for the implementation of a new volunteer engagement tool

Worked closely with Project Manager to test the efficiency and presence of chimeric proteins in transgenic grape designed to recognize and target Xylella fastidiosa (Xf) the causative agent of Pierce’s Disease. Responsibilities included:• DNA Isolation• Quantifying transgenes by PCR• Quantifying Xf transgenes by qPCR RT-PCR• Detecting Xf with ELISA• Plating

Traveled from Southern California to Northern California setting up presentations for incoming freshman of underserved areas in order to answer any questions they or their parents had about the upcoming transition. Responsibilities included:• Researching upcoming welcome events being put on during welcome week as well as a list of services available to incoming students on campus• Mentoring incoming students and answering parent questions

Headed researching new advertising opportunities as well as managed social media highlighting membership benefits for SAA. Responsibilities include:•Building and managing relationships with campus units to ensure maximization of on-campus exposure•Overseeing production of the monthly SAA newsletter including content, editing, and sending to 2,400 members •Managing timely postings on Facebook and Instagram •Other responsibilities include: leading board meetings (25+), planning team bonding events, providing support and assistance to board members

Focused on revamping Aggie Classrooms, a mentoring program for middle school and high school students, while also managing monthly community service projects. Responsibilities included: •Petitioning for school supplies and resources from departments on and off campus •Creating partnerships with different campus groups to reach a wider audience during food drives•Researching the level of technological resources available at different senior centers•Managing 3 direct reports

Spearheaded the organization and planning of a new database intended to store student membership and payment information as well as provide an efficient and secure way to develop a pay form. Responsibilities include:• Compiling a detailed description on the current payment archive • Collaborating with a web developer to ensure the website functions aligned with the company’s needs• Managed the transferal of company information to new website• Coordinated website launch• Other responsibilities included: Entering payment information into Advance Web, managing report pulls from Advance Web for the Cal Aggie Alumni Association

Worked closely with the UC Davis’ Cal Aggie Alumni Association’s Membership Director to ensure the success of the Student Alumni Association, the Cal Aggie Alumni Association, and the Parent and Family Program. Responsibilities include:• Working on the production of different marketing campaigns• Creating a timeline for the release of marketing materials• Planning and co-hosting events that highlight membership benefits• Managing 7 interns during summer recruitment events and 4 student staff members during the school year

Ensured that participants in community service programs were adhering to safety standards as set forth by Caltrans. Responsibilities included:• Leading safety training sessions for all members• Being the main point of contact between volunteers and Caltrans’ Adopt-A-Highway Sponsors• Ensuring timely contract updates and renewals