Resume

PERSONAL STATEMENT
I am currently in my last semester at Columbia College Chicago where I have been pursuing her
B.A. degree in Deaf Studies with a minor in Theatre Directing. In the fall, I will be pursuing a law
degree with a focus on Disability Rights and Special Education law. My upbringing in the Deaf
community has influenced my career choices greatly as I am acutely aware of the discrimination
and lack of awareness about the Deaf community. I hope to take my knowledge to spread awareness
and advocate for policy changes for the civil rights of people with disabilities.

EDUCATION
Columbia College Chicago Chicago, IL

• Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, in Deaf Studies, expected May 2022 | GPA: 3.94

• Minor: Theatre Directing

• Honors Program Graduate

HONORS AND AWARDS

• Columbia Creatives Award – $15,000 per year

• Faculty Recognition Award – $5,000 per year

• Columbia Scholar Award - $1,000 per year

• Dean’s List Academic Years: 2019-2020, 2020-2021

CAMPUS LEADERSHIP
ASL Club President, Sept 2020-Present
Organized and managed events for the American Sign Language Department including  Interpreters of Color panel, annual movie nights, game nights, and various discussions with staff and alumni.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
The State of Illinois’ Protection and Advocacy Agency: Equip for Equality Intern,

Chicago, IL / Oct 2021-Present

• Working directly under Rachel Weisberg in relation to the Holmes v. Baldwin case regarding the rights of incarcerated Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals within the prison system.

• Included on meetings with Deaf and Hard of Hearing prisoners and will attend future court dates.

Columbia College Chicago - Student Voter Registration Genius

Chicago, IL / Feb 2020-Dec 2020; Aug 2021-Present

• Help students register to vote, get absentee ballots, and answer any questions they have regarding voting.

• Wrote a “Voting Accessibility Guide” to amplify the disability vote and outline what rights voters with disabilities are guaranteed that was adopted by Students Learn Students Vote.

Columbia College Chicago - American Sign Language Tutor

Chicago, IL / Aug 2021-Present

• Teach a class of 10 to 15 college-aged students basic American Sign Language vocabulary.

• Ensure students are understanding and retaining information in ASL and can reach goals set by their professor for them to move up in the ASL program.

Columbia College Chicago - Stage Manager & Assistant Stage Manager,

Chicago, IL / Jan 2021-Present

• Manage a rehearsal room consisting of three to fifteen actors and two to ten designers and crew members.

• Create paperwork such as run sheets, pre-set lists, daily calls, and took notes for production meetings.

Babysitter

Chicago, IL / Oct 2020-Present

• Create a fun and nurturing environment for an 18-month-old boy two days a week.

• Responsibilities include preparing meals, going on walks to the park, playing games, and encouraging growth in sign language and spoken English.

How You Brewin’ Coffee Company - Barista

Barnegat Light, NJ / May 2021-Aug 2021

• Interact and communicate efficiently and effectively with customers and take 100-500 orders daily.

• Memorize dozens of drinks and codes in order to fulfill orders and maintain a clean workstation.

Liberty Resources Incorporated - Intern

Philadelphia, PA / Jun 2021-Aug 2021

• Worked for LRI’s Independent Living Services with their Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients and

• employees.

• Wrote scripts in English and ASL for their three-part series, “Why Vax?” to attempt to encourage people to get their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Merage Jewish Community Center - Camp Counselor

Irvine, CA /  Jun 2019-Aug 2019

• Oversaw groups with 12-20 students aged three years old to thirteen years old and established open communication with the campers, their parents, and other staff members.

• Lead activities such as art and science classes, gym time, field trips, and playtime.

Musical Theatre Village - Stage Manager

Irvine, CA / Nov 2018-Aug 2019

• Made and managed the light and soundboards during rehearsals and performances.

• Designed and made the set for two musicals and organized props in an effective and easy way for the actors and crew members.

SERVICE EXPERIENCE

• Hand in Hand Tutoring - English language Art Tutor
  Chicago, IL / Aug 2020-Apr 2021

• Orange County School of the Arts - Camp OCSA Signing Teacher
  Santa Ana, CA / Sep 2017-Dec 2017; Sep 2018-Dec 2018

• Orange County Registrar of Voters - Student Poll Worker
  Irvine, CA / Nov 2018

• National Association of the Deaf - Junior National Association of the Deaf Page
  Hartford, CT / July 2018

SKILLS AND INTERESTS
Fluent in American Sign Language.