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Breann Makarus

Summary

Hard working and reliable college student and athlete, enthusiastic about learning the psychology field, inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and to contribute to group successes. Possesses a strong ability in time-management, organization and work ethic. Highly motivated, proactive and punctual with a team-oriented mentality.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Martha Wadsworth CaRES Lab
08.2023 - Current
  • Maintains up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
  • Organizes large amounts of incoming participant information.
  • Participates in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Worked on an independent research project to present at the Undergraduate PsiChi Conference.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

Penn State University
08.2023 - Current
  • Checked assignments and provided grades according to university standards.
  • Helped with grading assignments, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Supported classroom activities and reviewing work.
  • Provided instructional support to students unable to attend classes.

Executive Board Member

Penn State Equestrian Team
05.2023 - Current
  • Exhibits excellent teamwork and strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie.
  • Applies discipline and sense of responsibility toward all team and personal activities.
  • Presides over board meetings and conducts board business to address organizational objectives.
  • Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.

Research Assistant

Peter Arnett Sports Concussion Research Lab
01.2023 - Current
  • Performs statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Works both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
  • Collects research data through experimentation, surveys and neuropsychological testing.
  • Utilized advanced analytical software to analyze data.

Hotline Counselor

Centre Helps
09.2022 - Current
  • Actively listens to clients and provides empathetic counseling.
  • Uses suicide prevention training in order to help clients work through suicidal ideations and thoughts.
  • Encourages clients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
  • Determines needed and relevant interventions based on each client's individual situation.
  • Educates clients on available resources and services pertaining to their current needs.

Psychology Intern

Mount Nittany Health
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Shadowed a pediatric psychologist during therapy sessions.
  • Remained energetic and demonstrated passion for learning about clinical practice by completing outside reading and research.
  • Completed a final literature review outlining my experiences and comparing them to academic journal articles.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05.2025

Skills

  • Multi-tasking
  • Compassion
  • Critical Thinking
  • Emotional Awareness
  • Adaptable
  • Active listener
  • Phone Etiquette
  • Crisis Situation Awareness
  • Resourceful

Extracurriculars

  • Member of the Liberal Arts Undergraduate Council
  • Member of the PsiChi Honors Society
  • Member of the Forensic Science Club
  • Athlete on the Penn State Equestrian Team


Timeline

Research Assistant

Martha Wadsworth CaRES Lab
08.2023 - Current

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

Penn State University
08.2023 - Current

Psychology Intern

Mount Nittany Health
06.2023 - 08.2023

Executive Board Member

Penn State Equestrian Team
05.2023 - Current

Research Assistant

Peter Arnett Sports Concussion Research Lab
01.2023 - Current

Hotline Counselor

Centre Helps
09.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Pennsylvania State University

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