Marcel A. Davis
Seattle, WA *****
***********@*******.***
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Arts in Sociology December 2014
Minor – Public Relations and Strategic Communications
Arizona State University
*Dean’s List Fall 2014
Scholarships
Seattle Foundation - Alpha Omicron Boule’ 2011 scholarship recipient
Links Inc. – John Stanford 2011 Award recipient
Garfield Golden Grad 2011 scholarship
Relevant Courses
-Professional Communication - Social Media Networks and New Media
-Communication and Consumerism - Public Speaking
-Critical Approaches to Public Relations - Social Inequality
-Computer Literacy
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Building Manager, Student Activities and Conference Services, Arizona State University, Glendale, Arizona (August 2013-December 2014)
Acted as the point of contact for campus events, provided excellent customer service to all clients hosting events, meetings or conferences
Provided basic office support including answering phones, data-entry, filing, processing mail, etc.
Delegated tasks to staff for upkeep of campus and events
Kept track and accommodated all clients with the requested media and extra services to ensure all needs were met
Performed campus walk-throughs to ensure campus rules and regulations were being met
Hall President, Residence Hall Association, Arizona State University (August 2011 – May 2012)
The Residence Hall Association is the on-campus student government and programming organization for the residents of Arizona State University's West campus. The purpose of this organization is to enhance the quality of residential life, and as Hall Presidents, we acted as the voice for our residents. I earned the Hall President of the Year award after my program was awarded top ten honors at our 2012 regional conference, out of over 200 submitted programs.
Arizona Residential Leadership Conference, Arizona State University (September 2012 – April 2013)
Helped develop ASU West Campus’ first student-led leadership conference with 200 delegates throughout the state in attendance. I was in charge of the entertainment portion and created an array of competitive activities aimed to promote engagement and school spirit. I was also one of the main speakers and points of contact throughout the conference
Get R.E.A.L Program, Seattle, WA (November 2010 – April 2011)
Volunteered as a youth mentor for middle school students. The Get REAL (Relationship Education and Life Skills) program was aimed to help build healthy teen relationships. Our interactive group sessions covered topics such as dating, domestic, and sexual violence
EMPLOYMENT
P.E Facilitator, Herberger Young Scholars Institute, Arizona State University, Glendale, Arizona, (August 2014-December 2014)
Planned weekly activities for about 30 middle school/high school students
Activities included team building exercises, physical, and mentally stimulating activities
Supervised students to ensure safety guidelines
Weight Room Supervisor, Sun Devil Fitness Complex, Arizona State University, Glendale, Arizona (December 2012-August 2013)
Educated patrons on how to properly and safely utilize exercise equipment
Supervised the area, searched for potential dangers corrected any problems
Camp Counselor, Samena Swim and Recreation Club, Bellevue, WA (June 2012-August 2012)
Facilitated group activities with the youth campers
Enhanced responsibility and conflict management skills
Developed personal working relationships with other staff and youth
SKILLS
Self-Starter
Outstanding leadership
Highly ethical
Effective written and verbal skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented
Proficient in Microsoft Office and various Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Tumblr.