Bree Pate
Monroeville, Pa 15146
*********@*****.***
EDUCATION Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Bachelor of Arts
Cumulative GPA: 3.00
Graduation Date: December 19, 2009
SKILLS
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook
• Persuasive, motivated an analytical thinker
• Language: Spanish (Conversational, Reading and Writing)
• 70-80 type WPM
Leadership Activities/Involvement
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporation-Community Service Chair
National Pan Hellenic Council Liaison for the University Park Undergraduate Association
Pittsburgh Public Defenders Office-Volunteer
Pennsylvania State University Boxing Team
Global Connection Interpreter
First Night Pittsburgh
International Children’s Festival
Legal Affairs-Vice President
WORK EXPERIENCE
Education Management Corporation, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
EDMC-Assistant Director of Admissions April 2010-September 2011
• Successfully enroll students into online degree programs and ensure they are successfully transitioned into the classroom.
• Engage students in conversation regarding their interest and plans to continue their education.
• Assist potential students in determining their fit and eligibility into educational programs
• Accompany the potential student on a virtual online tour, introducing them to the online campus and classroom
• Guide potential students through the enrollment process which includes; application, securing transcripts, financial aid, and academic acceptance
• Work interdepartmentally to ensure the potential students have the best experience throughout the enrollment process and classroom orientation
• Actively participate in customized ongoing Admissions Representative training and education
The Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA August 2005-December 2009
Certification and Education Services
• Scheduled advisor appointments for students enrolled in the College of Education
• Filed student academic records as well as recorded confidential and sensitive student material
• Distributed packages to on-campus departments
• Systematized student academic records
Residential Mentor–Upward Bound Math and Science Program
• Facilitated academic tutoring for underprivileged high school students
• Served as mediation counselor
• Motivated students to attend college
• Executed self-esteem and team building workshops
• Implemented mediation techniques during conflictive issues
• Monitored and supervised 60-80 teenagers ages 13-18 daily
Criminology Teaching Assistant
• Graded weekly essays and proctored exams
• Attended daily office hours and answered students questions
• Scheduled Teacher Assistant-student conferences weekly
• Developed, attended daily office hours and answered students questions
Allegheny Law and Associates, Pittsburgh, PA January 2004-December 2009
Legal Assistant – Intern
• Filed briefs and scheduled client - attorney appointments via telephone
• Reviewed contracts and mailed them to clients.
• Attended corporate court proceedings