Beatrice Downs

Member of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
From Portland, Maine

I live in Southern Maine, currently working two part-time jobs as I focus on my graduate program of Leadership Studies. I hope to work within a community that supports and sustains my growth in this world.

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Education

University of Southern Maine

Affiliations

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Beatrice in the News

Beatrice Downs Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Beatrice Downs of Portland, Maine, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Downs was initiat...

February, 04 2019 - Verified by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Achievements Added by Beatrice

Beatrice Downs was recognized for enrolling

Currently working on my Master's degree in Leadership Studies with graduation for 2020. The Master's degree in Leadership Studies (MLS) is an interdisciplinary professional program that seeks students with the passion and dedication to join a new generation of leaders who will confront challenges in an increasingly complex and constantly changing world. The curriculum encourages students to embrace differences, behave ethically, model social and environmental responsibility, and uphold a commitment to advancing the common good. MLS students develop an understanding of leadership as a process and a relationship among people that transcends the setting, and gain a deep appreciation of the dynamics and responsibilities of leadership as the role of the individual, as a leader in groups, organizations, and society.

Fall 2017 - Spring 2020 - Added by Beatrice

Beatrice Downs was recognized for earning an academic award

Directors Award for Outstanding Student (Undergraduate) for the Edmund S. Muskie School of Public Service.

Spring 2017 - Added by Beatrice

Beatrice Downs was recognized for earning a spot on the Dean's List

I made it on the Dean's List for the year for both years for my undergraduate.

Fall 2015 - Spring 2017 - Added by Beatrice

Beatrice Downs was recognized for earning a scholarship

Received multiple scholarships (current listed first): Office of Graduate Studies Scholarship (graduate) James and Marilyn Rockefeller Scholarship Fund (graduate) Graduate Merit Scholarship (graduate) James and Marilyn Rockefeller Scholarship Fund (undergraduate) Osher Reentry Scholarship Endowment (undergraduate) Tom Hunter Memorial Scholarship (undergraduate)

Fall 2015 - Spring 2020 - Added by Beatrice

Beatrice Downs was recognized for graduating

I received my Bachelor's degree in Tourism and Hospitality, with concentrations in Cultural and Culinary Tourism & Tourism Creation and Promotion. The Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hospitality is an interdisciplinary degree designed to prepare students with the skills and knowledge to serve as leaders in the tourism and hospitality industry in Maine and beyond. The degree curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning and practical knowledge, with faculty from several departments within USM, as well as industry professionals, preparing students to engage directly in this sector in a variety of possible career pathways.

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Beatrice Downs was recognized for earning an academic award

ETA Sigma Delta Hospitality & Tourism Management International Honor Society

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Activities

Tourism and Hospitality Student Group

Treasurer Attended Board of Student Organization meetings as the TAH representative Applied for funding for travel and promotional items Trained as a Student Organization Officer Managed the funds during travel events

Spring 2016 - Spring 2017 - University of Southern Maine

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Work Experience

Board Member at Friends of Portland Adult Education

Check out what we do at http://friendsofpae.org/

December 2018 - Present

GA at University of Southern Maine

Research Assistant - research information for the professor
Project Management - providing organization and ideas for current and future projects
Course Development - assisting the professor with future course implantation
Event Planning - planning and provide management for future events

September 2018 - Present

Visitor Center Information Specialist at VisitPortland

- Confer with visitors in person or by telephone and email to provide information about directions, activities, places to eat and stay in Portland
- Enter visitor guide requests by telephone, voice mail, or email by computer
- Receive and count inventory items, and record inventory using a computer
- Place specific inventory into storage boxes and move all counted stock to designated areas
- Restock and log out inventory in computer and place in display areas

April 2018 - Present

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