Graduating with high honors in Literature, I honed my analytical abilities, delving into complex themes and narratives. Through roles as a Writing & Humanities Tutor and Teaching Assistant, I developed strong communication and teaching skills, fostering individual growth and facilitating group workshops on research methods and writing. Additionally, my experience as a Peer Mentor and Literary Scouting Intern instilled in me a deep understanding of mentorship, guidance, and the importance of effective communication in supporting others' development. My involvement in activities such as hosting a radio show and coordinating literary events showcases my ability to connect with diverse audiences and create inclusive spaces for expression. Overall, these experiences have prepared me to effectively engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds and support them in their personal and academic growth, making me a well-rounded candidate for a counseling program
Academic Background
BA in Literature, Purchase College SUNY
2012 - May 2016
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Graduated with a 3.87 GPA, excelling as one of the top students in the program.
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Dean’s List all eight semesters attended
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Received SUNY Merit scholarship for all 4 years
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Received the Richard M. Stein Award for Excellence in Literary Studies
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Authored a 40-page senior thesis, exploring the intersection of film and literature, demonstrating a keen ability to analyze complex themes and narratives through a comparative and research lens
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Independent study as a second reader for a senior student's thesis on peer-centered learning
Areas of
interest
Psychodynamic approach
Existential psychotherapy
Complex trauma and grief
Chronic illness
Art therapy / somatic modalities
Undergraduate Experience
Writing and Humanities Tutor
Purchase College Learning Center Jan 2015 - May 2016
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Writing tutor at the college learning center, developing individualized learning plans with students
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Chosen as tutor to assist with ELS students, nontraditional/adult learners, students with learning accomodations.
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Edited and provided written feedback on essays for all of humanities via the college online service for tutoring
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Taught multiple student group workshops on scholary reserach methods and MLA citations / grammar
Teaching Assistant for Ulysses & Freshmen College Writing
Purchase College | Professor McCormick Fall 2014 - Fall 2015
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Graded weekly assignments and attendance, as well as calculating the final grades
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Prepared and taught two full 75-minute classes: One on comparative literary analysis and research methods, the other a group writing workshop
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Attended class lectures and took notes on teaching methods
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Edited essay drafts and provided written feedback
Peer Mentor for Freshman Learning Community 2014-2015
Purchase College
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Teaching research methods for film and literature to a small group of college students
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Hosted events at orientation and attended college fairs to promote college; set up screenings and outside class meetings that surrounded projects
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Edit multiple drafts of essays for each student in workshops
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Provided guidance to freshman on everything from campus resources to facilitating accomodations in class
Literary Scouting Intern Fall 2015
S.G. Book Scouting
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Read and analyzed 3, 100-page manuscripts a week, writing reader reporters for international publishing agencies
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Learned entry-level publish ing and scouting skills
Teaching Assistant for Pre-college program in the arts
Purchase College Summer 2015
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Teacher’s Assistant for pre-college journalism class, developing
lesson presentations & leading class lectures on writing, fact-checking and AP style -
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Other Activities
Member of Purchase Literary Society
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Coordinate and host monthly, themed open-mic poetry : Night of Many Tongues, LGBTQ+ Night, Freestyle Night, Recite Night
WPSR Radio Station Host - "K.T. on the Radio."
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Host of a 1-hour long radio show for 7 consecutive semesters
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Show theme centered around film, including released movies and old movies that still hold great impact
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Answered questions and debated impact of films and quality of product with in-person and call-in guests
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Extensive film and review research for show preparation
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Staff Writer, The Purchase Beat
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Attended weekly pitch meetings and covered the literary beat
Sayville High School Graduated June 2012
- Editor-in-Chief of school newspaper, The Current
- Long Island Press 2012 Journalism Awards: First Place Environmental Story & First Place Opinion Article