Social Media Assistant

Pema Kunsal **** Salem Street Malden, MA ***** *******@*****.*** 857–443–1198

EDUCATION

University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA May 2020 Bachelor of Science in Public Health - Concentration in Global Epidemiology Secondary Major in Sociology

Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand September – December 2019 EXPERIENCE

University of Massachusetts Amherst: Residential Life Resident Assistant, Amherst, MA September 2018 – May 2020

• Developed an inclusive community among 90 residents, instilling a safe and cohesive living environment for growth

• Communicated directly and keep close relations to Resident Directors and Campus Administration

• Create, plan, and implemented educational, social, and recreational program events Northern Region School for the Blind

Intern - Teaching Assistant, Chiang Mai, Thailand September – December 2019

● Taught general English language to students of the blind and visually impaired

● Encouraged independence while assisting in promoting social interaction and mobility MassURC: Undergraduate Research Conference

Researcher, Amherst, MA April 25, 2019

• Conducted semester-long research project on Preventative Interventions for Female Genital Mutilation in Sub-Saharan Africa

• Collaborated closely with Dr.Krishna Poudel and group members while conducting this research University of Massachusetts Amherst: Center for Multicultural Advancement and Student Success Cultural Center Research Fellow, Amherst, MA February 2019 – May 2019

• Engaged in archival research on the origins of each cultural center in UMass

• Analyzed information data through primary and secondary research sources Harvard University: Philips Brooks House Association Senior Counselor, Cambridge, MA May – August 2016, May – August 2018

● Implemented classroom curriculum with emphasis on preventing summer learning loss

● Developed emotional and social skills for inner city youth and led community events and weekly academic curriculum EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITES

UMass Students for a Free Tibet

Club Liaison, Amherst, MA September 2016- May 2020

● Spread awareness of Tibetan Movement and advocate for human rights and educate people about rich culture and dangers it faces today

● Recruit new members through social media platforms, tabling, and emailing Tibet Lobby Day: International Campaign for Tibet

Lobbyist, Washington, DC March 24 – March 26, 2019

• Spoke with State Representatives and Congress to promote and discuss U.S. legislation to support the Tibetan cause

• Collaborated with Tibet Support Groups, Tibetan Associations in the U.S., and the International Campaign of Tibet to raise awareness about the Tibetan movement.

College for Higher Tibetan Studies, Sarah

Student, Dharamsala, India June – August 2017

● Strengthened knowledge in Tibetan literature, history, and Buddhist studies

● Enhanced understanding in Tibetan culture, heritage, community in exile and social issues in Tibet

● Traveled to historical sites and participated in a Buddhist pilgrimage across India ADDITIONAL SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

● UMass College of Social & Behavioral Sciences: Social Research Analysis Certificate May 2020

● Ansin Study Abroad Fellowship Scholar June 2019

● CPR/AED/ First Aid Certification June 2020

● Fluent in Tibetan language, Basic in Thai language

● Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Program Certification

● Proficient in Microsoft Office, Minitab, and STATA Software

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