ELLIE VASKO

**** ********* ****, **** *******, PA 19382 • 484-***-**** • ad3wc3@r.postjobfree.com • https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellievasko

EDUCATION

THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, Elliott School of International Affairs Washington, DC Bachelor of Arts, Majors: International Affairs and English May 2026

GPA: 3.83 / 4.00

Relevant Coursework Includes: Economics, French, History, Literature, Journalism, Comparative Politics

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY Singapore, Singapore Relevant Coursework Includes: Comparative Politics of Southeast Asia, Migration and Development of Cities Spring 2024

EXPERIENCE

US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Washington, DC

Legislative Intern Fall 2023

• Prepared documentation for legislative staff from congressional briefings, committee meetings, and hearings

• Drafted memos advising policy positions relating to Healthcare, Education, and Foreign Affairs

• Logged and analyzed constituent phone calls, letters, and emails tracking constituent positions on pertinent issues

PETEY GREENE PROGRAM Washington, DC

Tutor Fall 2023

• Taught incarcerated students various subjects, including Math, English, and History

• Built meaningful relationships with students and helped inspire students to pursue higher education

• Learned more about injustices present in the carceral system through conversations with faculty and students

GW HATCHET Washington, DC

News Reporter Spring and Fall 2023

• Report on university and community events regarding university clubs and student government

• Interview relevant sources, accurately capturing their experiences

• Receive assignments, write articles with a quick turnaround

CHADDS FORD LIVE Chadds Ford, PA

News Intern Summer 2023

• Composed compelling articles as a news reporter providing timely and insightful coverage of local community events

• Provided in-depth analysis of Township Board meetings and implications for readers

• Worked closely with community members, interviewing community leaders, business members, and volunteers to capture the inspirational work of many

SKY’S THE LIMIT COMMUNICATIONS LLC Harrisonburg, Virginia

Mentor July 2023

• Worked in conjunction with Virginia’s Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI) to host a weeklong camp at James Madison University, preparing high-school level students with visual impairments to navigate a university

CONCORD COUNTRY CLUB Concord, PA

Shift Leader, Bartender, Server Summer 2022 & 2023

• Served members food and created cocktails, elevating overall dining experience

SKILLS, ACTIVITIES, HONORS

GW Presidential Scholar: selected for GW Presidential Scholarship in Spring 2022

GW Dean’s List: awarded Dean’s List in Spring 2023

GW Global Bachelor’s: selected for competitive program, requiring the completion of three abroad experiences by May 2026; thesis research analysis completed prior to graduation

Sigma Iota Rho (SIR): Member of GW Branch of International Affairs based honors organization

GW Dance Marathon: (GWDM): Executive Board- Creative Development. Selected to captivate GWDM’s events and initiatives through a cohesive social media presence. Created graphics and captured photographs for GWDM’s social media accounts. Raised over $21,000 in 2023 (Spring/Fall 2023)

GW Student Events Assistant: Greeted audiences at GW’s Lisner Auditorium; worked events hosting Kamala Harris, Stephen Breyer, and various renowned scholars

Unionville Post: Arts and Entertainment Co-Editor. Wrote, edited, and formatted articles for the Arts and Entertainment section of high school newspaper, The Unionville Post.

Languages: English (native), French (proficient)

Technical: Microsoft Office Suite, POS Systems, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator

Interests: Oil Painting (over holiday breaks, create commissioned artwork), Running (ran first half-marathon in Dec 2023), Photography (shot with Canon T7 Rebel)

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