Resume
Camryn M. Heckel
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Education
Bachelor of Arts, Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN June 1, 2019 Major: English with writing emphasis Cumulative GPA: 3.494
Minors: Political Science, Comparative Literature and Gender, Women, & Sexuality Studies
• Study Away: semester in Prague, Czech Republic and January Terms in Scandinavia and Tanzania
• Gustavus Women in Leadership: professional development and networking
• Disney Handbell Choir, Cribbage Club President, Norelius Hall Council
Experience
Gustavus Writing Center Tutor September 2017-May 2019
• Supported students in the writing process; Helped build confidence, taught writing skills
YWCA Women’s Leadership Intern – Mankato, MN September 2018-December 2018
• Confirmed program schedules with host facilities and sponsors, including ensuring
allowances are made for special dietary restrictions
• Prepared rooms for meetings and/or events
• Promoted Women’s Leadership events
• Worked with Program Manager to advance Women’s Leadership’s 2018 strategic plan
YMCA Day Camp Heritage Camp Counselor – Lino Lakes, MN May 2018-August 2018
• Mentored 8-12 children ages of 5-13; Encouraged and supported children to live to fullest potential
• Planned and carried out activities: nature lessons, arts & crafts, archery, canoeing, games
Gustavus Summer Programs Associate May 2017-August 2017
• With team, coordinated over 7,000 (youth – adults) guests visiting campus
• Assigned rooms, distributed keys, directed check outs, audited key inventory spreadsheets
• Directed guest engagement, solved problems, insured positive guest experience
Gustavus Center for International and Cultural Education September 2015-May 2017
• Supported 13 program directors in study away; scheduled professional meetings
• Processed confidential, official travel and academic documents in timely manner
• Coordinated with international insurance companies; office reception
• Gained and demonstrated understanding and appreciation of other cultures
Caribou Coffee - Roseville, MN July 2014-August 2015
• Provided excellent customer service; Prepared drinks, cash transactions in timely manner
• Demonstrated strong communication resolving difficult situations and time management
Leadership and Service
Gustie Greeter (1 of 20 selected from 130 applicants) March 2016-May 2019
• First-year orientation leader to 15 students; built meaningful mentoring relationships
• Organized campus events; Facilitated discussion on sensitive issues (race and inequality)
Habitat for Humanity Community Outreach Co-Chair/Coordinator April 2017-May 2019
• Liaison between Gustavus and local Habitat for Humanity chapters
• Worked to increase engagement and volunteering; coordinated fundraisers
YWCA Mankato Student Grant Writing Volunteer February 2017-May 2017
• Wrote excerpts for YWCA Mankato blog as well as grant proposal
Camryn M. Heckel
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Education
Bachelor of Arts, Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN June 1, 2019 Major: English with writing emphasis Cumulative GPA: 3.494
Minors: Political Science, Comparative Literature and Gender, Women, & Sexuality Studies
• Study Away: semester in Prague, Czech Republic and January Terms in Scandinavia and Tanzania
• Gustavus Women in Leadership: professional development and networking
• Disney Handbell Choir, Cribbage Club President, Norelius Hall Council
Experience
Gustavus Writing Center Tutor September 2017-May 2019
• Supported students in the writing process; Helped build confidence, taught writing skills
YWCA Women’s Leadership Intern – Mankato, MN September 2018-December 2018
• Confirmed program schedules with host facilities and sponsors, including ensuring
allowances are made for special dietary restrictions
• Prepared rooms for meetings and/or events
• Promoted Women’s Leadership events
• Worked with Program Manager to advance Women’s Leadership’s 2018 strategic plan
YMCA Day Camp Heritage Camp Counselor – Lino Lakes, MN May 2018-August 2018
• Mentored 8-12 children ages of 5-13; Encouraged and supported children to live to fullest potential
• Planned and carried out activities: nature lessons, arts & crafts, archery, canoeing, games
Gustavus Summer Programs Associate May 2017-August 2017
• With team, coordinated over 7,000 (youth – adults) guests visiting campus
• Assigned rooms, distributed keys, directed check outs, audited key inventory spreadsheets
• Directed guest engagement, solved problems, insured positive guest experience
Gustavus Center for International and Cultural Education September 2015-May 2017
• Supported 13 program directors in study away; scheduled professional meetings
• Processed confidential, official travel and academic documents in timely manner
• Coordinated with international insurance companies; office reception
• Gained and demonstrated understanding and appreciation of other cultures
Caribou Coffee - Roseville, MN July 2014-August 2015
• Provided excellent customer service; Prepared drinks, cash transactions in timely manner
• Demonstrated strong communication resolving difficult situations and time management
Leadership and Service
Gustie Greeter (1 of 20 selected from 130 applicants) March 2016-May 2019
• First-year orientation leader to 15 students; built meaningful mentoring relationships
• Organized campus events; Facilitated discussion on sensitive issues (race and inequality)
Habitat for Humanity Community Outreach Co-Chair/Coordinator April 2017-May 2019
• Liaison between Gustavus and local Habitat for Humanity chapters
• Worked to increase engagement and volunteering; coordinated fundraisers
YWCA Mankato Student Grant Writing Volunteer February 2017-May 2017
• Wrote excerpts for YWCA Mankato blog as well as grant proposal