Khristian Z. Parrish
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Education
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science Expected Graduation: May 2023 Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, FL
● Minor: Legal Studies
GPA: 3.0
Criminal Justice Academy Graduation: May 2020
Pinellas Park High School, Largo, FL
● Certificate for completion
GPA: 3.5
Publications:
● Saint Leo University Student Government Union Senate Rules of Procedure Campus and Organizational Involvement
Student Government Union, Vice President of Operations July 2023 - Present Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, FL
● As the Vice President of Operations I am the president of the Student Government Union Senate, organize the biannual student leadership conference, and work with students and administrators to advance the needs and concerns of the student body.
● As President of the Senate, I lead the senate through their weekly meetings and advise all the committee chairs and senate officers on assigned tasks.
● Each semester I am tasked with organizing a conference for student leaders from every club and organization to develop essential skills for their organization. Lead Scholars, Lead Scholar February 2021 - Present Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, FL
● This organization requires members to partake in various campus events, plan and serve in community outreach and service events, and attend leadership workshops to develop better campus leaders.
● Lead Scholars in their Junior year are allowed to plan and host leadership skill workshops biannually.
● Served as a mentor to a freshmen lead scholar to advance their personal, leadership, and academic goals.
National Society of Minorities in Hospitality (NSMH), Secretary March 2022 - Present Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, FL
● As the NSMH secretary, my duties have included maintaining/updating the contact information of 120 members and emailing the organization's email list about opportunities for events or club meetings.
● As a member of the NSMH Executive Board, I have been tasked with communicating with outside organizations to plan and arrange learning events and tours of hospitality and tourism-focused businesses.
● As a member, we are given opportunities to meet with major tourism and hospitality businesses to have tours or seminars to gain more information and networks to advance our knowledge of the United States Tourism Industry
Political Science Honors Society (ΠΣA), Treasurer August 2022 - Present Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, FL
● As Treasurer, I have been tasked with collecting national and chapter dues of members, budgeting for events and trips, and ensuring the organization keeps a stable economic ability.
● Plan and execute events that create civil political debate and participation throughout the year. History Honors Society (ΦAΘ) August 2020 - Present Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, FL
● As a chapter member, I have helped organize events, workshops, and trips centered on history or historical events.
● Members meet regularly and talk about current events and their connection to historical issues and events, and what the impact will be on future history. Student Government Union Senate (SGU) September 2020 - July 2022 Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, FL
● As the Senate President Pro Tempore, I was tasked with organizing senate meeting agendas and leading the senate meetings in the absence of the senate president.
● As the Chair of the Freshmen Committee of the senate, I was tasked with ensuring senators worked to advance the needs and concerns of the freshmen cohort.
● As the Activities Committee Chair, we organized recreational and learning activities for the student government senate.
● As the Vice-chair of the philanthropy committee, I was tasked with taking meeting notes and creating community service opportunities.
● As a senator, I was tasked with advocating for students in my sphere of influence and writing/reviewing changes for the student government’s governing documents. Black Student Union, Treasurer August 2021 -
October 2021
Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, FL
● As Treasurer, I managed the organization's member dues, budgeted for semester events, and collaborated to create profitable fundraising ideas.
● As an executive board member, I communicated with various vendors to get the best quotes for materials and services.
Work Experience
Dining Services, Student Worker January 2021 - Present Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, FL
● Provide a welcoming and efficient food retail experience for customers.
● Clean and sanitize the kitchen, food stations, and dining/retail areas to comply with University standards and the Health Department.
● Restock food, utensils, and other necessary items for dining areas to ensure a positive dining experience for students.
Camp Sonshine, Middle School Counselor June 2022 - August 2022 Abundant Life Ministries, Largo, FL
● Supervised 10-25 middle school-aged campers throughout various recreational activities, field trips, and events in a safe and entertaining environment.
● Contact parents to discuss any concerns or important information regarding their camper or camp.
● Develop a friendly learning environment during the day to help campers grow life-long friendships and experiences.
McDonalds, Crew Member July 2021- March 2022
Salebra Family Restaurants, Clearwater, FL
● Clean and sanitize all food stations, and dining areas to comply with the Health Department.
● Maintain proper cashiering and accurate handling of customer complaints and needs.
● Serve and package food safely to comply with health and food service standards.
● Provide speedy and efficient customer service.
● Correctly prepare fried and baked food items to the standards made by the local health department.
Languages and Certifications
● Spanish (conversant)
● Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certified (N/A)
● Food Protection Management Certification (ServSafe)
● Microsoft Office Certification (Certiport)
Awards and Distinctions
● James Broadwell Educational Scholarship (August 2022)
● American Legion Post 158 Scholarship (May 2020)
● Criminal Justice Senior of the Year (May 2020)