Custodian

January 2013 - July 2015

I worked one or two evenings each week, eventually leading the cleaning crew on Friday nights. When leading the crew, I determined the distribution of labor given the nightly set of duties. When working alone, I learned to self-motivate and keep working late into the night. Being a custodian has taught me to self-manage in a variety of ways, and I have become a better worker for it. My attitude toward work is that, “‘I am done when the work is done,’ not ‘the work is done when I am done.’”

Volunteer

January 2013 - July 2015

New Community Church, my home church, allowed me to volunteer with them extensively throughout high school. All together, I was able to accumulate over 450 hours of volunteer service with them over a period of about two and a half years. This volunteer work happened all over the church, finding me behind the scenes operating audiovisual technology for services, in childcare running Sunday school, and even performing for worship services on the rhythm guitar. My favorite experience with the church, however, was the opportunity I had to host services, which involved speaking briefly to the congregation. I would introduce myself and the church, and talk about the values and upcoming events of New Community Church. Hosting was a great chance for me to improve my qualities as a confident orator and comfort in front of crowds.

Writing Consultant Intern

April 2017 - Present

At the Center for Vocation and Career, I consult with my superiors and work independently to revise resumes and cover letters of Wheaton College alumni and current Wheaton students. I learn good application and interview techniques, pass them on to the students I consult with, and maintain confidentiality throughout. I also maintain the front desk area and greet patrons as they come into our office, learning customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Teaching Assistant

September 2016 - Present

As a Teaching Assistant for COMM 252, Argumentation and Debate, I have built a strong relationship with the faculty leader of the debate team, Dr. Rebecca Sietman, and have gained classroom experience interacting with students and condensing concepts into usable guidelines.

Financial Aid Office Assistant

October 2015 - Present

My time with the financial aid office at Wheaton has been remarkably informative. In contributing to the office's organizational efforts and maintaining confidentiality, the work I have done there is the most professional I have yet performed. Answering to callers, I have learned to represent Wheaton College as its spokesman for the financial aid department, which has helped me to mature and grow. Associating myself with the wonderful coworkers I have in the department has also allowed me not only to understand and appreciate the office environment, but to see the ways in which that environment changes when it is sanctified by God.

Network Technician

March 2017 - Present

I work with my supervisor Dan Taylor to discover and dispatch with various network issues across the college. I execute projects and learn basic construction skills in order to place ethernet ports where they belong and maintain the cleanliness and effectiveness of our physical network.

Event Technician

September 2015 - Present

Produce high-quality audiovisual recordings of events on campus, mix audio and provide visual support for live events, and work with a team to meet the needs of clients efficiently and excellently.

Assistant Team Captain

September 2015 - Present

As a part of the debate team, I have learned to adapt quickly and calmly while abiding by a set of stringent standards. This exercise has been beneficial to me in pursuit not only of better philosophy, but in my personal ability to articulate where I stand on crucial issues which impact each of us. I look forward to eventually aiding in the lecture and education of new debaters on our largely student-run team, and to a storied career with Wheaton Debate.