SHREYA THAKAR

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EDUCATION: St. John Fisher College, Rochester, NY, May 2013

Master of Science in International Relations,

Related Coursework: International Relations, International Law, American History, Senior Thesis on Labor

Law Reforms, Economics, Independent Research on Art History and Politics (Presented at The Master’s

Level Graduate Research Conference at SUNY Brockport), Independent Research on Modernity and

Feminism in Art: Jan Van Eyck to Impressionism

University at Buffalo, State University of New York, Buffalo, NY, May 2009

Bachelor of Arts in General Studio/ Minor in Art History, cum laude,

Related Coursework: Graphic Design, Visual Theory, Oil Painting, Figure Drawing, Lithography, 19th

Century Art History, History of the Renaissance, Chinese Art History, Greek Art History

RESEARCH: Senior Thesis: A Current Study and Comparison of Labor Laws within China and India

Prepared a thorough analysis of the un-skilled labor department in China and India.

The thesis outlines the lack of governmental concern, gender inequality, strict cultural stigmas, and

economic instability as factors in the exploitation of unskilled laborers.

Independent Study: A Current Study and Comparison of Realism and Romanticism in Art:

Presented at The Master’s Level Graduate Research Conference at SUNY Brockport, NY, April 2013

Analyzed how Realism and Romanticism in 19th century Europe affected politics and social hierarchy.

The paper explains how both movements faced criticism due to a conservatism of mass taste and a

shock of subject matter.

Research uncovers that despite the obstacles, the movements prevailed to be considered innovative in

context and style.

WORK: Sephora, Walden Galleria, Buffalo, NY & Eastview, Victor, NY, October 2007-Present

Color Expert/ Fragrance Expert/Sephora Certified Make-up Artist

Team and Management recognition for possessing values of teamwork and passion for the client.

Taught accelerated classes on methods of application.

Performed duties of delegating responsibilities and supervising sales associates.

Gained expertise by representing a component of management as a “Director in Charg e”

Trained new hires on the correct measures of protocol for Sephora.

Created in-store advertisements for brand events.

Makeup Artist Instructor for the Rochester City Ballet, April 2014

Taught classes on full eye makeup application for the Rochester City Ballet PAFA organization.

Personalized instructions for dancers on how to recreate specific stage makeup looks.

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VOLUNTEER: Pluto Foundation and Gilda’s Club Fashion Show, Rochester, New York

Makeup Artist for the Cancer Support Organizations, November 2012 & April 2013

Organized and handed out gift bags to participants and other volunteers.

University at Buffalo Disability Center, Buffalo, NY

Note Assistant for Renaissance Art History Class, January 2009- May 2009

Helped as a writing assistant for students unable to attend class.

Aided students by preparing a detailed overview and pamphlet on what was taught.

ACTIVITIES: Business Fraternity, Buffalo, New York

Member of Alumni External, State University of New York at Buffalo, 2007-2009

Informed alumni members of upcoming academic events for students.

Booked rooms for Alumni motivational speeches.

Managed events by preparing seating arrangements and catering.

AWARDS: Zonta Scholarship for Women in Public Affairs, Rochester NY

Earned scholarship for an outstanding performance in Model United Nations .

SKILLS: Computer: Proficient and skilled in Microsoft Office programs, and Mac programs.

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