Catherine Boucher
Antigonish,NS
Summary
Student-focused peer mentor with strong background in student support and crisis intervention. Drives student success by partnering closely with administrators, teachers and colleagues on diverse initiatives. Student with a background in one-on-one assistance and group instruction pursuing a Political Science degree concentrating in International Relations. Skilled in communication and organization in group settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Gender & Sexual Diversity Peer Mentor
St-Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS
08.2023 - Current
- Attended meetings and trainings to optimize professional development.
- Collaborated with peer mentoring program members to devise new methods to generate interest and participation.
- Shared personal stories and experiences to provide hope, advocacy and one-on-one support to peers. And provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school.
- Demonstrated cultural responsiveness to support diverse students and communities.
Community Advisor
St Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, Canada
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols and enforced policies and safety standards
- Facilitated floor meetings to discuss concerns, review complaints and convey information about policy changes
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
- Organized and supervised community events, including movie nights, game tournaments, and study groups.
Army Cadet Warrant
Argonaut Cadet Training Center
Burton, Canada
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Designed Training Aid for the purpose of supporting written lessons in an online or in-person class setting.
- Completed writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology.
- Attended and participated in industry events.
Army Cadet Sergeant
Argonaut Cadet Training Center
Burton, Canada
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Executed on-time project management of complex issues for senior leadership
- Coordinated with other Cadet Sergeants to ensure accurate communication between units.
- Enforced rules governing conduct amongst members of the unit while on duty or off-duty hours.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
Education
BA Honours with Subsidiary - Political Science With International Relations
09.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
06.2020
Honors: Graduated with High Honors
Anglais Intensif (English Immersion Program) -
06.2013
Skills
- Analytical and Problem-Solving skills
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Effective Team Member and Leader
- Records Maintenance
- School Programs Development
- Diversity specialist
- Mentorship
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Member of the Political Science Society, and XPride Society
- Martial Arts - Black Belt (First Dan) in Karate - 10 years, competition level
- Painting (oil and watercolor) - 5 years, student level
- Sport Marksmanship - 4 years, competition level
- Member of the Canadian Army Cadet Corp - 2016-2020
Accomplishments
- Obtained and maintained STFX $12,000 Merit Scholarship.
- Obtained The Weston Family Scholarship for International Exchange
- Attended the 2023 Winter semester at the Institute of Political Science of Lille, France
References
Aimee MacDonald - Gender and Sexual Diversity Advisor at StFX University.
Contact: (902) 867-3870 - amacdona@stfx.ca
Yvon Grenier - Professor and Chair of PSCI Department at StFX University.
Contact: (902) 867-3940 - ygrenier@stfx.ca
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Gender & Sexual Diversity Peer Mentor - St-Francis Xavier University
08.2023 - Current
Community Advisor - St Francis Xavier University
08.2021 - 12.2022
St. Francis Xavier University - BA Honours with Subsidiary, Political Science With International Relations
09.2020 - Current
Army Cadet Warrant - Argonaut Cadet Training Center
06.2020 - 08.2020
Army Cadet Sergeant - Argonaut Cadet Training Center
06.2019 - 08.2019
École Secondaire De Par-En-Bas - High School Diploma,
École Primaire Sainte Marie - Anglais Intensif (English Immersion Program),
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