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Jenna Smith

Majored in English And Geology, Minored in Political Science And Environmental Science & Policy
Union College, Class of 2020
From Seekonk, MA
Lover of puns, plot-twists, and good grammar; Jenna Smith is a young writer living in Seekonk, Massachusetts. She holds a BA in English and Geology from Union College, where she was the managing editor of the college's student newspaper, the Concordiensis. Recently, she completed a marketing and publicity internship for Reaktion Books in London, England. She is currently seeking editorial or publicity positions in the publishing industry.
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Jenna Smith named to Union College Dean's List

Jenna Smith, of Seekonk, MA, was named to the 2020 Dean's List at Union College. Smith is a member of the Class of 2020 majoring in English and Geology. Comprised annually, the Union College Dean...

August, 18 2020 - Union College
Jenna Smith graduates from Union College

Jenna Smith, of Seekonk, MA, graduated from Union College during the College's recent online conferral of degrees. Smith graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree magna cum laude. Smith majored in ...

June, 18 2020 - Union College
Jenna Smith named to Union College Dean's List

Jenna Smith, of Seekonk, Mass., was named to the 2019 Dean's List at Union College. Smith is a member of the Class of 2020. Comprised annually, the Union College Dean's List honors students who h...

August, 05 2019 - Union College
Jenna Smith to serve as Union College Minerva House leader

Jenna Smith, of Seekonk, MA, will serve as the Wold House coordinator, which is part of Union College's Minerva House system. Union's Minerva House system is a unique way of blending academic, so...

September, 20 2018 - Union College
Jenna Smith named to Union College Dean's List

Jenna Smith, of Seekonk, MA, was named to the 2018 Dean's List at Union College. Smith is a member of the Class of 2020, majoring in English. Comprised annually, the Union College Dean's List honor...

August, 06 2018 - Union College
Jenna Smith to serve as Union College Minerva House leader

Jenna Smith, of Seekonk, Mass. , will serve as the Wold House communications chair, which is part of Union College's Minerva House system. Union's Minerva House system is a unique way of blending...

September, 19 2017 - Union College
Jenna Smith named to Union College Dean's List

Jenna Smith, of Seekonk, MA, was named to the 2017 Dean's List at Union College. Smith is a member of the Class of 2020, majoring in Liberal Arts . Comprised annually, the Union College Dean's Li...

July, 18 2017 - Union College
Jenna Smith named student-athlete at Union College

Jenna Smith, of Seekonk, MA, is a student-athlete this academic year at Union College. Union College athletes are committed to the pursuit of academic and competitive excellence on the field and i...

September, 27 2016 - Union College
Jenna Smith named to Union College Class of 2020

Jenna Smith, of Seekonk, MA, was named to the Union College Class of 2020. Smith is a graduate of Seekonk High School. Applications to Union topped 6,000 for the first time, the highest number s...

August, 04 2016 - Union College
Jenna Smith was recognized for earning an academic award
Liberty League Field Hockey All-Academic Team
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Jenna Smith was recognized for earning an academic award
Field Hockey National Academic Squad for Division III
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Jenna Smith was recognized for earning a spot on the Dean's List
All four years, Smith has made the Union College Dean's List, which honors students who have a grade point average of 3.5 for the entire academic year and met certain other requirements.
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Jenna Smith was recognized for earning an academic award
Recipient of Union College's Summer Research Fellowship. Directly supported Professor Seri, of the Political Science Department, in preparing her manuscript titled "Unlawful Governance in Democracies" for publication. Proofread and provided editorial comments, questions, and criticisms for different drafts. Completed research project on racial injustice and the COVID-19 health crisis in the US, now published on Union's Digital Works website.
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Jenna Smith was recognized for earning a spot on an honors list
Highest Honors and Presidential Award for Academic Excellence
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Jenna Smith was recognized for earning a spot on an honors list
Recipient of St. Michael's Book Award for Academic Achievement with a Social Conscience.
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Jenna Smith was recognized for graduating
Member of Seekonk High School's graduating Class of 2016.
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Order of Omega
Greek Life Honor Society recognizing men and women in Greek Life who have attained a high standard of leadership in inter-fraternity activities.
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Gamma Phi Beta
Sister, and former Jr. Philanthropy Chair, of Gamma Phi Beta Sorority -- the first female sorority, founded on November 11, 1874. Gamma Phi partners with Girls on the Run to provide experiences and resources that build spiritual, mental and social resiliency in girls.
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Concordiensis
Managing Editor of the Concordiensis student newspaper. Edited and formatted completed articles utilizing Adobe InDesign for all sections: News, Sports, Arts, World, and Opinions. Managed ongoing deadlines to ensure timely publication of weekly campus newspaper. Composed three articles that were published in the Concordiensis.
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Scholars' Steering Committee
Public Relations Chair, provided input and suggestions for future events and direction of Union Colleges Scholars Program as an Executive Board member of the Steering Committee. Emailed all members of the Scholars Program on upcoming programs, opportunities, and events held for Union Scholars.
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Scholars Program
The Union College Scholars Program is a rigorous academic program offered to a select group of outstanding incoming students -- approximately the top ten percent of admitted students. Scholars are given the opportunity to pursue an accelerated and challenging curriculum structure and must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.4 or above.
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Student Ambassador for Union College Office of Admissions
Hosted prospective students, provided information on academic resources and opportunities, and represented the college in a positive manner.
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Wold House Council
Communications and PR Chair of Wold House Council. Brainstormed, planned, and executed academic/social events in collaboration with council members, students, and Union faculty. Communicated, raised awareness and advertised future events to the rest of Unions students and faculty. Oversaw $26,000 annual budget; collaborated with council members in making fiscal decisions and appropriating funds towards Wold house programs and maintenance.
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Field Hockey
Engaged in 15+ hours per week, participated in practices and games. Led and participated in Free Friday Night Clinics teaching students of varying experience, from 2nd to 8th grade, new field hockey skills, and led dribbling and shooting drills. Hosted Prospect Day for high school seniors and juniors looking to compete at the collegiate level. Ran drills, demonstrated skills, refereed scrimmages, and participated in Q&A with parents and prospective players.
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Residential Advisor of College Park Neighborhood at Union College

Oversaw 40 residents, maintained order, upheld Union College policies, and mediated conflict. Organized and executed programs that incorporated college values of citizenship, achievement, engagement, and wellness.

August 2019 - April 2020
Camp Counselor/ Teacher at Seekonk Parks and Recreation

Planned and taught photography lessons to students aged 6-13. Provided a safe, fun, supportive environment for campers to explore new and challenging educational experiences. Created camp slideshow using a compilation of campers photographs throughout the program, demonstrated developed skills to parents.

June 2019 - July 2019
Marketing and Publicity Intern at Reaktion Books

Collaborated as active associate with Marketing, Sales, and Publicity Departments of the publishing company. Updated the Reaktion Books website, quoted and uploaded book reviews utilizing BiblioLive software. Wrote book excerpt for Corridors: Passages of Modernity published on Reaktion Books website. Extracted data using Excel, emailed author/agency royalty statements and maintained ongoing correspondence. Packaged and labeled proofs and catalogs to be shipped out to buyers and reviewers.

March 2019 - June 2019
Environmental Policy and Research Intern at New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

Authored published article in DEC Delivers titled Tips for a Sustainable 4th of July Celebration, and edited articles for the Conservationist for Kids magazine while meeting deadlines. Created social media content for NYSDEC Facebook and Twitter to promote environmental initiatives and compost workshops. Researched various environmental policies in the United States, suggested policies for the NYSDEC to potentially adopt, and interacted with government leaders and policymakers.

January 2019 - March 2019
Wold House Coordinator at Union College

Managed 40 residents to ensure everyone is safe, and to maintain an inclusive environment. Designed and advertised house-wide programs each term to foster a community and teach valuable lessons. Made biweekly reports, facilitate information between Minerva House Director and residents.

September 2018 - June 2019
Notetaker at Union College

Uploaded clear, concise class notes in the Accommodative Services Office to be accessed by students with disabilities in order to ensure their equal opportunity to benefit from all College services and programs.

April 2018 - June 2018
Equipment Room Work Study Student at Union College

Maintained Union varsity team equipment throughout their respective seasons. Duties included laundry servicing, coordination of uniforms, and data entry.

September 2016 - June 2020
Activity Director at Camp Ramsbottom

Interacted with parents to communicate the days activities and any behavioral issues, with a focus on ways to improve. Supervised, trained, and supported camp counselors and counselors-in-training. Designed programs, directed and participated in activities for campers aged 6-13.

June 2016 - August 2017
Two Major and Compounding Crises in the US Examined: COVID-19 and Racial Injustice
This research project investigates the COVID-19 health crisis in the US, how it is connected to racial injustice with health and social inequities placing racial minorities in disproportionate harm, on top of how the Trump administration’s actions/inactions have heightened these issues in such a way that the compounded crisis exposes the most severe, long-lasting and deadly consequences of the politics of structural racism.
August 2020 - Research Projects
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