Melissa Valente

Majoring in Early Childhood/Childhood Education, Minoring in Social Sciences
Hofstra University, Class of 2022
From Mineola, NY

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Education

Hofstra University
Mineola High School

Melissa in the News

Melissa Valente Named to Spring 2022 Dean's List at Hofstra University

Melissa Valente of Mineola excelled during the Spring 2022 semester at Hofstra, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean's List.

June, 10 2022 - Verified by Hofstra University

Melissa Valente Named to Fall 2021 Dean's List at Hofstra University

Melissa Valente of Mineola, NY excelled during the Fall 2021 semester, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean's List.

January, 25 2022 - Verified by Hofstra University

Melissa Valente Named to Spring 2021 Dean's List at Hofstra University

Melissa Valente of Mineola, NY excelled during the Spring 2021 semester, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean's List.

July, 22 2021 - Verified by Hofstra University

Melissa Valente Named to Fall 2020 Dean's List at Hofstra University

Melissa Valente of Mineola, NY excelled during the Fall 2020 semester, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean's List.

January, 27 2021 - Verified by Hofstra University

Melissa Valente Named to Spring 2020 Dean's List at Hofstra University

Melissa Valente of Mineola, NY excelled during the Spring 2020 semester, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean's List.

July, 22 2020 - Verified by Hofstra University

Melissa Valente Named to Fall 2019 Dean's List at Hofstra University

Melissa Valente of Mineola, NY excelled during the Fall 2019 semester, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean's List.

January, 28 2020 - Verified by Hofstra University

Melissa Valente Named to Spring 2019 Dean's List at Hofstra University

Melissa Valente of Mineola, NY excelled during the Spring 2019 semester, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean's List.

June, 18 2019 - Verified by Hofstra University

Melissa Valente Named to Fall 2018 Dean's List at Hofstra University

Melissa Valente of Mineola, NY excelled during the Fall 2018 semester, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean's List

February, 08 2019 - Verified by Hofstra University

Hofstra University Welcomes Melissa Valente! You're a #HUWorldChanger Now!

Hi Melissa! We are so excited to welcome you to Hofstra. You are joining a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students from around the world who are dedicated to civic engagement, academic exce...

August, 03 2018 - Verified by Hofstra University

Activities

Midnight Run Clothes Sorting

Help sort clothing to be distributed at the Midnight Run.

Spring 2019 - Hofstra University

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Midnight Run

Helped distribute food/clothing to those in need.

Spring 2019 - Hofstra University

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Homework Helpers

Help students with homework after school.

Spring 2019 - Hofstra University

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Alpha Phi Omega

Spring 2019 - Fall 2019 - Hofstra University

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Corpus Christi Religious Education Teacher

I taught a class of 3rd graders freshman year. I teach the children about Religious Education, to help them prepare for their final exam at the end of the year.

Fall 2018 - Spring 2019 - Hofstra University

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Hofstra Habitat for Humanity

Help build houses for those in need.

Fall 2018 - Spring 2019 - Hofstra University

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UNICEF at Hofstra Club

Help raise money to donate to those in need.

Fall 2018 - Spring 2019 - Hofstra University

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Community Solidarity Food Share

Help distribute/serve food to those in need at the Hempstead Train Station.

Fall 2018 - Spring 2019 - Hofstra University

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Shake-A-Rake

Help rake leaves for families in Uniondale and Hempstead.

Fall 2018 - Hofstra University

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Mary Brennan INN

Help sort clothing/food and serve food to those in need.

Fall 2018 - Spring 2019 - Hofstra University

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Breakfast Run Clothes Sorting

Help sort clothing to be distributed at the Breakfast Run.

Fall 2018 - Hofstra University

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Breakfast Run

Helped distribute food/clothing to those in need.

Fall 2018 - Hofstra University

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Student Service Center

I wrote an essay about why I would be a good president, and was chosen by the person in charge. The Student Service Center provides has a variety of service activities for students to participate, so the people part of the board are in charge of helping organize the different activities. Also, at the end of the year, the board has to talk at the Student Service Center Awards Breakfast.

Fall 2017 - Spring 2018 - Mineola High School

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Peer Tutoring

I helped tutor students who were having difficulties in any school subject.

Fall 2017 - Spring 2018 - Mineola High School

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Yearbook Club Editor

I helped design the school yearbook, and take pictures at different events.

Fall 2017 - Spring 2018 - Mineola High School

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Member of Science National Honor Society

I got into the Science National Honor Society because I had an overall GPA of 90 or greater throughout High School, and my overall science GPA was a 90 or greater.

Spring 2017 - Spring 2018 - Mineola High School

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Member of National Honor Society

I got into the National Honor Society because I had an overall GPA of 90 or greater throughout High School.

Spring 2017 - Spring 2018 - Mineola High School

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Jazz Band

We practice once a week. I play the clarinet in Jazz Band, perform at winter, and spring concerts, along with Jazz Night.

Fall 2016 - Spring 2018 - Mineola High School

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Pep Band All Stars

I play the clarinet, and perform at school basketball games for the Life Skills children.

Fall 2016 - Spring 2017 - Mineola High School

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Lunch Bunch

Once a month, I would sit down with senior citizens who attend, and spent time eating, and talking with them.

Fall 2016 - Spring 2018 - Mineola High School

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Computeers

I helped guide Senior Citizens on how to use different technology devices.

Fall 2016 - Spring 2018 - Mineola High School

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Children's Holiday Festival at the Nassau County Bar Association

I volunteered at an event that was being held at the Nassau County Bar Association, for 5 hours each year. I helped set up, ran different games for children to play, and helped distribute items to children, and their families.

Spring 2016 - Spring 2017 - Mineola High School

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Member of Tri-M Music Honor Society

I got into the Tri-M Music Honor Society because I am a member of one or more extracurricular music activities, and maintain an average of 90 or greater in Band. I helped design a quote, taught Middle School children music lessons, helped at NYSSMA, school concerts, and bake sales.

Spring 2016 - Spring 2018 - Mineola High School

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Gingerbread University at the Nassau County Bar Association

I volunteered at an event that was being held at the Nassau County Bar Association, for 8 hours each year. I helped set up, went around in costumes, and helped distribute items to children, and their families.

Winter 2015 - Winter 2017 - Mineola High School

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INN 9/11 Sandwich Making

I helped make sandwiches that were given to the Mary Brennan INN, for those who need them.

Fall 2015 - Fall 2017 - Mineola High School

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Ronald McDonald House

I went to the Ronald McDonald House on Long Island, twice a month, and helped prepare dinner for those staying there.