Kara Eckert

Student at Susquehanna University majoring in Spanish and Biology

I am a professional and upbeat individual who is a very thorough and responsible worker. I don't cut corners and have strong time management skills. I have a variety of interests and hobbies and always strive to expand my academic and culture knowledge.

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Education

Susquehanna University
State College Area High School

Kara in the News

Eckert Earns Spot on Dean's List

Kara Eckert, of Boalsburg, Pa., was named to Susquehanna University's dean's list for the fall 2018 semester. The dean's list recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or hi...

February, 04 2019 - Verified by Susquehanna University

Eckert Named University Scholar

Kara Eckert of Boalsburg, Pa., is among the 265 students recently honored as University Scholars at Susquehanna University. The annual Scholars Program was held on Oct. 26 in Susquehanna's Stre...

December, 06 2018 - Verified by Susquehanna University

Eckert Earns Spot on Dean's List

Kara Eckert was named to Susquehanna University's dean's list for the spring 2018 semester. The dean's list recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or higher out of a possibl...

June, 07 2018 - Verified by Susquehanna University

Eckert Earns Spot on Dean's List

Kara Eckert was named to Susquehanna University's dean's list for the Fall 2017 semester. The dean's list recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or higher out of a possible ...

February, 09 2018 - Verified by Susquehanna University

Eckert Named University Scholar

Kara Eckert is among the 212 students recently named Susquehanna University Scholars. The annual Scholars Program, held on Nov. 3, recognized Susquehanna's most successful student scholars. To be ...

November, 27 2017 - Verified by Susquehanna University

Eckert Selected as Presidential Fellow

Kara Eckert was selected to be a Presidential Fellow for the 2017-18 academic year at Susquehanna. Each year, approximately 20 sophomore students are selected to be Presidential Fellows. Deans and...

September, 13 2017 - Verified by Susquehanna University

Eckert Named to Spring Dean's List

Kara Eckert was named to Susquehanna University's dean's list for the spring 2017 semester. The dean's list recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or higher out of a possible...

June, 05 2017 - Verified by Susquehanna University

Eckert Receives Prestigious Scholarship to Fulbright Summer Institute

Kara Eckert of Boalsburg, Pa., has been selected to participate in the Fulbright Summer Institute, one of the most prestigious and selective summer scholarship programs operating worldwide. A risin...

May, 15 2017 - Verified by Susquehanna University

Achievements Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for studying abroad

Fulbright Scholarship for the International Summer Institute at the University of Sussex. I studied wildlife and habitats in a field biology module and in addition, I explored British culture and history through field trips and interacting with the locals.

Summer 2017 - Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for earning a scholarship

Presidential Scholarship: for academic achievement

Fall 2016 - Spring 2017 - Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for earning a scholarship

Vocal Performance Scholarship: an auditioned scholarship, requires singing in a university choral ensemble and taking weekly voice lessons

Fall 2016 - Spring 2017 - Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for earning a spot on an honors list

AP Scholar Award: Given to any student who receives a score of 3 or higher on three or more AP tests.

Summer 2016 - Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for earning a scholarship

Helen J. Small Memorial Scholarship: for community service work and commendable character

Spring 2016 - Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for earning a spot on an honors list

AP US History Award: Given to a single student each year who exhibits outstanding achievement in the AP US History Course.

Fall 2014 - Spring 2015 - Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for earning a spot on an honors list

Advanced Spanish 4 Award: Given to a single student each year who exhibits outstanding achievement in the Advanced Spanish 4 course.

Fall 2014 - Spring 2015 - Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for earning an academic award

World Language National Honor Society Member: for having an average grade of of 94.5 or higher in Spanish class

Fall 2013 - Spring 2016 - Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for earning a spot on the President's list

President's Award: For students who receive all A's every marking period during their high school career.

Fall 2012 - Spring 2016 - Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for earning a spot on an honors list

Top 10% of Class

Fall 2012 - Spring 2016 - Added by Kara

Kara Eckert was recognized for earning a spot on an honors list

Accepted as a Presidential Fellow: Read two books and engage in discussions with faculty. Attend a field trip to a major city with other fellows and meet with artists and authors and visit museums, theatres, and galleries.

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Activities

Student Awareness for the Value of the Environment (SAVE)

I helped with bake sales and other fundraisers and helped organize events and promotions for environmental causes. I was elected as treasurer for the 2017-2018 school year.

Fall 2016 - Spring 2017 - Susquehanna University

Circle K

I went to weekly meetings and participated in service events throughout the Selinsgrove community. I also assisted with club fundraisers.

Fall 2016 - Spring 2017 - Susquehanna University

Terracycle Recycling

I recycled unusual items on the university campus and in my hometown. By recycling, I earned money which I donated to charities and nonprofit groups. I ran one promotion at school with an information board and raffle of a Terracycle recycled pencil pounch (made of juice pouches). I was recognized for my efforts in the school newspaper.

Fall 2016 - Summer 2017 - Susquehanna University

Community Food Action Team (CFAT)

I acted as secretary of this group and sent out meeting minutes and event reminders. I also coordinated transportation and helped organize events. With CFAT, I helped make and serve free community breakfasts to members of the Selinsgrove community.

Fall 2016 - Spring 2017 - Susquehanna University

University Choir

I attended practices three times a week and sang in concerts and TV tapings. I also went on choir tour with the group and sang at churches and schools all across southern US.

Fall 2016 - Spring 2017 - Susquehanna University

Spanish Club

I was secretary for the club and sent out meeting minutes and event reminders. I also helped plan events and run activities during club sessions.

Fall 2015 - Spring 2016 - State College Area High School

Marching Band

I played mellophone during my sophomore year and performed at high school football games and parades.

Fall 2013 - Spring 2014 - State College Area High School

Master Singers

I sang in a advanced high school choir and performed at music festivals on the east coast.

Fall 2013 - Spring 2016 - State College Area High School

Outing Club

Club meetings, camping trips

Fall 2012 - Spring 2016 - State College Area High School

Pottery Club

I did wheel throwing (pottery) once a week after school.

Fall 2012 - Spring 2016 - State College Area High School

Intramural Skiing

Skiing once a week at Tussey Mountain Ski Resort.

Fall 2012 - Spring 2016 - State College Area High School

Concert Band

Instrument: French horn

Fall 2012 - Spring 2014 - State College Area High School

Terracycle Recycling

I recycled unusual items through the Terracycle company and earned money which I donated to charities and nonprofit groups. I ran the recycling project all by myself in my school and two churches and used it as my senior project. I was recognized on the front page of my local newspaper and also by representative Glenn Thompson.

Fall 2012 - Spring 2016 - State College Area High School

Church Member/Volunteer

I sing in the church choir, help as lay assistant, take care of the church yard, and volunteer to work at yard sales and bake sales.

Spring 2010 - Spring 2017 - State College Area High School

Centre Co. 4-H Dairy Club

I raised, trained, and showed three dairy heifers and attended monthly club meetings and events. I was secretary of email in 2014 and was vice president of the club in 2015 and 2016. As secretary of email, emailed meeting notes and event reminders to all members. As vice president, I helped to run meetings, organized events, and run promotions.

Spring 2010 - Fall 2016 - State College Area High School

Nittany Valley Children's Choir (NVCC)

I was a member of NVCC since elementary school and sang in both the general children's choir (Blue Choir) and the auditioned choir (Concordia). I toured around the country and performed at many music conferences and with many musical ensembles.

Fall 2005 - Spring 2016 - State College Area High School

Lutheran Student Movement

I went to weekly sessions centered around worship, bible study, or bonding activities.

Susquehanna University

Asian Cultural Association

I attended club meetings and engaged in activities focusing on asian culture such as tea, writing Chinese characters, music/pop culture, and more. I also helped cook for the club for a university wide international event.

Susquehanna University

Work Experience

Barista at Pump Station Café

I'm responsible for keeping the building clean and making food and drinks for customers.

May 2018 - Present

Supervisor at Charlie's Coffeehouse at Susquehanna University

As supervisor at this student run campus coffee house, I oversaw the baristas to maintain a clean and organized work space and ensure the quality of the drinks prepared. I interacted positively and professionally with student and adult customers.

I will resume working for Charlie's Coffeehouse in Fall 2018.

August 2017 - May 2018

Student Garden Assistant at Susquehanna University

Harvest produce, weed and care for outdoor garden beds, care for plants in greenhouse, seed starting, plant sale organization/implementation

October 2016 - May 2017

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