Wolken Resume
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Wolken Resume

Mary Kate Wolken ? 1001 Mount Calvary Rd., Lansing, KS 66043 ? ------------ ? ------------ ?

EDUCATION
Creighton University, Omaha, NE May 2019
Bachelor of Arts in History & Spanish GPA: 3.70
� Honors Program
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN September 2020 � present
Graduate Student, HSTM, PhD track

EXPERIENCE
Fulbright Program, Spain September 2019 � March 2020
English Teaching Assistant (cut short due to COVID)
� Plan, develop, and execute lesson plans in conjunction with teachers at middle school/early high school
� Cultural ambassadorship
� Community engagement
� Act as an American representative in a local Spanish community

Creighton University Archives, Omaha, NE September 2017 - Present
Archival Internship
� Support and develop the University archive collection and special collections.
� Identify and reorganize significant files and collections from early days of the university to the present, respond to inquiries about historical events on or in relation to campus.
� Assist in facilitation of thousands of photographic materials by scanning, processing, and compiling metadata utilizing computer software such as PhotoMechanic; edit electronic files and utilize attention to detail when searching for missing files.
� Strictly follow safety, confidentiality, and copyright protocols while creatively developing solutions for backlogging issues; aid in the preparation and transfer of valuable and delicate collections and artifacts.
� Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and the offices of Alumni Relations, Office of the President, etc. as well as interfacing with groups and individuals in the Rare Books Room {REWORD}
� Serve as resource in the University Rare Books and Special Collections room, answering questions and presenting facts of historical value to the public; present rare artifacts to the public during special events, including a luncheon for over three hundred people.

Creighton Athletics, Omaha, NE September 2017 � May 2019
Academic Support
� Tutor and provide academic support for the Creighton athletic department, teaching subjects such as introductory courses in History, Theology, and English.
� Ensure student knowledge retention by addressing student questions and concerns; adjusting curriculum and reinforcing new materials.
� Assist in developing the writing and critical thinking skills of the student-athletes while cultivating a productive environment.
� Provide open environment and atmosphere that promotes learning, in addition to implementing instruction strategies that match student needs and learning styles.

Creighton University, Omaha, NE August 2018 � May 2019
Teaching Assistant (Decurion)
� Prepare materials and teach classes
� Act as a mentor to younger students
� Work in cooperation with main teacher

Creighton University, Omaha, NE August 2017 � May 2018
Tutor � EDGE tutoring center
� Prepare materials and assist students requesting supplemental instruction
� Act as a mentor to younger students
� Work in cooperation with the center and the class

ACT Clinic, Omaha, NE August 2017 � April 2019
Behavioral Therapist
� Conduct therapy sessions with autistic toddlers to further their physical and mental development
� Monitor patients� development and implement educational programs
� Collect and analyze data in order to report to supervisor and give input into therapy plans.
� Promote healing and independence . . .
� Influence the life of family members in addition to the toddlers by collecting their feedback and encouraging active family participation in the child�s development.

Virginia Wright Dispensary, Kapemich, Kenya August 2017 -2019
Operations Director
� Oversee and help administrate clinic proceedings and informational updates via skype and email
� Network with diverse groups of professionals, both in US and Kenya, and ensuring smooth workflow and cooperation among the members of the interdisciplinary team.
� Coordinate logistics and budget of $XX (work on receipts) etc.

Global Health Conference Midwest, Creighton University, Omaha, NE 2017 � 2018
Board Member: Journal Club
� Helped to organize and prepare for the Global Health Conference in February
� Reviewed and selected journal articles, facilitated group discussions and summarized key take-away of the articles
� Dialogued with young professionals and conference presenters in relation to the

Impedx Diagnostics, Kansas City, KS May 2016 � August 2016
Lab Researcher
� Assisted with experiments in a bio-engineering research laboratory
� Dealt primarily with growth experiments involving the bacteria E. coli
� Exercised responsibility for the general maintenance of the lab and its equipment, following strict safety and sample disposal protocol
� Assisted in data collection, manipulated data, and summarized findings for use in a formal report
� Contributed to literature review discussions and provided input into the long-term experimental strategies as new hypothesis were developed

Upward Bound, Omaha, NE September 2016 � Present
Tutor
� Tutor high school students and help prepare them for high school classes and beyond
� Managed discipline and classroom control during study halls with up to thirty high school students present
� Demonstrated flexibility and composure in instructing students from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds

June�s Cottage, Leavenworth, KS June 2014 � May 2019
Seasonal Server
� Assist with weekly lunch and brunch services and help with catering events and parties
� Worked through high school and then on school breaks

Dairy Queen, Leavenworth, KS May 2014 � August 2015
Front Line
� Took food orders, made ice cream treats, packaged and delivered food for customers, & stocked supplies


Babysitting Services 2011 � present



COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP
Delta Delta Delta, Vice President of Chapter Development (2018-2019)
� Description
Student Ministry, St. John�s Parish, Sacristan
Creighton History Club (Fall 2016-Present)
Welcome Week, Beadle (Fall 2016)
� student leader for a group of incoming freshman
Pre-Medical Society (2015-2018)
Creighton Spanish Club, Fall 2016 Public Relations Executive
Reach Out and Read, Kansas City, KS
Families in Action, Omaha, NE
Creighton�s Kitchen, Omaha, NE
CURAS Ambasssador, Omaha NE
� work to mentor younger students interested in research; help promote research opportunities

AWARDS
� Iggy Award, Fall 2016 (elaborate): commended for outstanding peer mentorship
� Dean�s Honor Roll
� Honors Class Representative 2018-2019
� Order of Omega


SKILLS
Software: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Media: Facebook, Instagram, Snap Chat, Pinterest, Twitter, Tumblr
Language: Spanish
Equipment:
Certification: HIPAA