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Louis A.

Harris
[email protected]
Objective____________________________________________________________________
To grow, and strengthen, all enterprises I am affiliated with in order to create an active, empowered, community.

Qualifications_______________________________________________________________
Community event planning, organizing, and networking.
Social research.
Non-profit organizations.
Expert Office skills and Computer Proficiency.
Deadline Management; Human Resource; Conflict Management; Managerial Leadership; Production and Team
Collaboration.
Organization expense managemennt.
Different laboratory environments, conducting and assisting research projects.
Working within institutional and governmental regulations.
Data Analysis; Sample Preparation; Research Proposal Writing; Social Research Implementation; Experimental
Procedures and Conduct.
Document and website building.
12+ years of experience in customer service and relations.
Public and motivational speaking.
Multicultural Diversity Sensitivity Training, Institutional Racism and Equity Training.
Momentum Education (Basic and Advanced)
Life and Business Coaching and Consultation
Volunteer coordination with community members of all ages.
Working with parents and youth.

Work History_________________________________________________________________
College Access Coordinator
AmeriCorps
Diversity & Equity Center
Everett Community College
Supervisor: Jerod Grant
August 2014 - Current

Develop and implement academic college focused enrichment programs for less
privileged K-12 youth.
Recruit, coach, and supervise volunteers for AmeriCorp and Everett Community
College events and programs.
Represent Everett Community Colleges Diversity and Equity Center at
community events.
Establish and maintain community partnerships and relations.
Enrich the lives of students and staff through teamwork and professional growth
strategies.
Create connections and manage resources for the benefit of the department, and
its programs.

Peer Mentor Advisor


Global Learning Department
Washington State University

Promote Washington State Universitys Global Learning Department.


Mentor and advise students who are interested in studying abroad.
Work with staff advisors to ensure proper procedures are followed in the

References Available at Request

Pullman, WA
Supervisor: Lisa Armstrong
January 2013- May 2014

submittal of applicants.
Public speaking at outreach events, forums, orientations, and presentations for
department and students.

Student Ambassador
CAPA International Education
Pullman, WA
Supervisor: Stacia Biel
January 2013- January 2014

Promote CAPAs International Education Abroad Program on campus.


Offer insight and advice regarding CAPA and the study abroad process.
Lead presentations to educate potential participants.
Liaison between students and department for CAPA.

Laboratory Custodian
Soil Science Research
Laboratory
Washington State University
Supervisor: Lynne CarpenterBoggs
September 2012- July 2014

Custodian of laboratory tools and equipment.


Operate within deadlines.
Compliance with strict institutional research policies and procedures.
Communicate with other laboratory technicians and supervisors to ensure an
efficient working research environment.
Prepare materials and samples for Research Technicians.

Laboratory Researcher
Psychology Department
Washington State University
Supervisor: Francis Benjamin
September 2012- May 2014

Collect, and analyze confidential survey data.


Follow strict government and institution confidentiality codes for conducting
research.
Propose and collaborate on research adhering to acceptable institutional research
methods.
Work with other researchers to answer research questions.

Office Manager Internship


Castlehaven Community
Association
Camden, London NW1 8RU
Supervisor: Frances Shank
July 2012- August 2012
Sales Associate
Banana Republic Factory
Outlet
Seattle Premium Outlets
Tulalip, WA
Supervisor: Jay Beckman
March 2009- March 2011

Recruit and manage program volunteers.


Coordinate program with community partners.
Event organizing, planning, and supervising.
Create and edit the monthly Newsletter.
Create office templates and applications.

Sales Associate
J. Crew
Seattle Premium Outlets
Tulalip, WA
August 2009- November 2009

Create a positive customer experience.


Sell products, promotions, and Banana Republic Credit Card.
Tender monetary transactions efficiently.
High volume and high customer traffic.
Personal shopping for customers.
Complete regular retail tasks (product display and upkeep).

Sales Associate
Express LLC
Beverly Center
Los Angeles, CA

Create a positive customer experience.


Sell products, promotions, and Banana Republic Credit Card.
Tender monetary transactions efficiently.
High volume and high customer traffic.

Create a positive customer experience.


Sell products, promotions, and Banana Republic Credit Card.
Tender monetary transactions efficiently.
High volume and high customer traffic.
Personal shopping for customers.
Complete regular retail tasks (product display and upkeep).

References Available at Request

October 2007- August 2008

Personal shopping for customers.


Complete regular retail tasks (product display and upkeep).

Crew Member
McDonalds
Tulalip, WA
December 2006 May 2007

Sales Associate
Adidas
Tulalip, WA
May 2005 August 2005

Accomplishments_____________________________________________________________
Co-Creator and President
United Nakama For Japan
Everett, WA 98210
Volunteer Organization
fundraising for Red Cross
March 2011- July 2011

Co-created and led student volunteer organization to raise money for the
Japanese Earthquake and Tsunami victims.
Event and fund-raising planning and organization.
Team leader, administrative and financial operations.
Recruited new volunteers and group partners.
Raised over $5,000 for victims in need.
Received Outstanding Student Service Award from Everett Community College.

Secretary
Everett Community College
Everett, WA 98210
Black Student Union
December 2010-June 2011

Manage club and community contacts.


Create and support business, NGO, other academic institutions relations.
Coordinated community volunteering opportunities and club events.
Student advocacy by helping new students get involved and become active with
the institution.
Participation and leadership in Multicultural conferences and College Annual
Education Retreat.
Received Club of the Year Award from Everett Community College.

Graduating Class Speaker


Everett Community College
Everett, WA 98210
June 13, 2011

Promote future educational endeavors and inspire graduating class.


15 minute speech in front of a crowd of 1000+ people.
Selected among 10+ applicants.

Student Senator
Associated Student Body
Everett, WA 98210
May 2011- June 2011

Parliamentary policies and procedures.


Participate, vote, discuss, and challenge legislation that effected the student
body.
Propose new legislation and policies.

Education___________________________________________________________________
Bachelors of Science in Psychology (WSU 2014)
Bachelors of Arts in Sociology (WSU 2014)

Minor in Global Studies (WSU 2014)

Associates of Arts & Science in Psychology (DTA EvCC 2011)


Areas of emphasis: Sociology, Social Theory, Psychology, Social Psychology, Counseling, Research Methods,
Social Justice, Social Equity, Social Diversity, Global Business.

Affiliations__________________________________________________________________

References Available at Request

AmeriCorps College Access Corps and Washington Campus Compact (2014-2015)

NAACP of Snohomish County as an executive member (2015)


Co-advisor for Iwi Pono Student Society and Triangle Alliance at Everett Community College (2014-2015)

Member of Black Student Union at WSU (2012)

Student Advocate (2011)


Secretary of Black Student Union, Member of Students for Environmental Action, Triangle Alliance for Everett
Community College. (2010-2011).

References Available at Request

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