Public policy and Political science Undergraduate
Resume:
KYLE PENNA
Washington, D.C.
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Kyle Penna is a policy advisor with a strong commitment to public service. He brings formal training in statistical analysis, allowing him to apply rigorous quantitative methods to understand what drives policy outcomes. His broad foundation in public policy spans health care, education, and the economy. His knowledge of international affairs and the law enable him to engage diverse populations on complex issues. He has held leadership and volunteer positions in a wide range of organizations—all while consistently demonstrating professionalism, attention to detail, and resourcefulness. EDUCATION
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA
Bachelor of Arts
Majors: Public Policy and
Political Science
Focus: Health Care Policy
Award: Dean’s List
Capstone Project:
Medicaid expansion under
the Affordable Care Act
COURSEWORK
Quantitative Analysis
STATA Data Analysis
Advanced Quantitative
Methods
Computer Programming
Public Policy
Health Care Policy
Education Policy
Public Policy Analysis
Foundations of Policy Theory
International Affairs
Economics and Society
World Politics
International Relations
Legal Studies
Constitutional Law
Equal Protection
Oral Advocacy
WORK EXPERIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS
Student Assistant 2016–2019
Applied creative approaches to resolve student concerns and technical problems.
Demonstrated strong accuracy and attention to detail by performing data entry and scheduling room reservations for faculty, staff, and students.
Efficiently answered inquiries to help clients research and find information. Identified patrons for referral to professional assistance from librarians.
Ensured that key supplies were reliably available by evaluating inventory and conducting monthly supply checks.
Mock Trial Team Captain 2018–2019
Exercised financial stewardship over an annual budget of $10,000.
Laid the foundation for future teams by crafting a training and educational program to guide future Captains in team operations.
Led the team to regional and national level achievements.
Spearheaded planning and scheduling for events, practices, and tournaments. Resident Assistant 2017–2018
Promoted inclusion by ensuring that residents felt safe and welcome.
Created programs to promote learning and build community.
Ensured resident safety by performing weekly safety checks and observing students to detect and report unusual behavior.
Sharpened interpersonal skills by mediating problems between residents and counseling students on family, financial, and educational challenges. VOLUNTEER SERVICE
R.E.A.C.H. (READ, EMPOWER, ATTAIN, CREATE, HOPE) PROGRAM Tutor 2019–2020
Partnered with the local probation department to tutor juvenile inmates.
Helped educate and create positive influences for incarcerated students. BORGEN PROJECT
Fundraising Campaigner 2020-2020
Raised funds to support world poverty advocacy by contacting likely donors. CYBER-SENIORS: CONNECTING GENERATIONS
Teacher 2015–2015
Advanced tech literacy in the community by teaching a senior citizen about technology and how to use social media, video chat, and email.
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