Current
James Madison University
Major
Communication Studies - Ba, Justice Studies - Ba
Minor
Advocacy & Social Justice
Graduating Class
2015
Hometown
Midland, VA
Affiliations
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Education
James Madison University offers each student a future of significance — not an education of mere prestige, but an extraordinary education of exceptional scholarship, inventive thinking, unparalleled attention to the world community, a university-wide e...
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CollegeJames Madison University
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LocationHarrisonburg, VA
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Graduation
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Natalie Lester of Midland, VA graduates with honors from James Madison University
Natalie Ann Lester of Midland, VA, graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Communication Studies - BA from James Madison University during commencement exercises May 8, 2015. Lester was among more th...Spring 2015

Dean's List (6)
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Natalie Lester of Midland named to JMU dean's list
Midland, VA resident, Natalie Ann Lester, has been named to the dean's list at James Madison University for the spring 2015 semester. Students who earn dean's list honors must carry at least 12 gra...Spring 2015
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Natalie Lester of Midland named to JMU dean's list
Midland, VA resident, Natalie Ann Lester, has been named to the dean's list at James Madison University for the fall 2014 semester. Students who earn dean's list honors must carry at least 12 grade...Fall 2014
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Natalie Lester of Midland Named to JMU Dean's List
Midland, VA resident, Natalie Ann Lester, has been named to the dean's list at James Madison University for the spring 2014 semester. Students who earn dean's list honors must carry at least 12 gra...Spring 2014
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Natalie Lester of Midland Named to JMU Dean's List
Midland, VA resident, Natalie Ann Lester, has been named to the dean's list at James Madison University for the fall 2013 semester. Students who earn dean's list honors must carry at least 12 grade...Fall 2013
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Natalie Lester of Midland Named to JMU's Dean's List
Midland, VA resident, Natalie Ann Lester, has been named to the dean's list at James Madison University for the spring 2013 semester. Students who earn dean's list honors must carry at least 12 gra...Spring 2013
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Natalie Lester of Midland, VA Named to JMU's Dean's List
Midland, VA resident, Natalie Lester, has been named to the dean's list at James Madison University for the fall 2012 semester. Students who earn dean's list honors must carry at least 12 graded ...Fall 2012
Activities & Affiliations

Religious
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RISE
-Planned educational and community-building activities for the Sister2Sister mentorship program
-Performed logistical support and outreach supporting RISE worship and affairs
-Handled social media and leadership responsibilities for Embark, a growing house church
-Participated in various community service projects and events affecting the homeless, disadvantaged populations, and refugeesFall 2012 - Fall 2013Added by Natalie
Work Experience

Panera
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Cashier & Dining Room AttendantMay 2014 - December 2014-Worked as opening cashier, arranging the bakery area before café’s opening, taking orders, preparing smoothie and espresso drinks, and handling cash -Worked as dining room attendant, responsible for bussing tables and trash areas, ensuring all areas are well stocked, and washing dishes

Community Family Life Services
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Programs InternJanuary 2014 - April 2014-Researched material, wrote articles, and formatted program newsletters -Preformed supportive tasks for program managers such as researching training materials, available grants, and community resources -Worked at the front desk answering phones, dealing directly with clients, and facilitating emergency services distribution

Prince William Forest National Park
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Pathways Employee in MaintenanceJune 2010 - Present-Place weekly orders for necessary materials -Manage labor entries and payroll for all maintenance employees -Maintain budgets and update status reports regarding completion level of projects