Summary
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Work History
Education
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2018 Volunteer of the Year Finalist in Assiniboia, SK
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Emily Reid

Undergraduate Student
Regina,SK

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record of reliability at the University of Regina's Archer Library & Archives, proficient in data organization and providing insightful results catered to each individual project and task. Hard working and eager to constantly improve writing and presentation skills to enhance administrative efficiency and student support services. Excelled in prioritizing tasks and advocating for student needs, demonstrating a strong blend of analytical and interpersonal abilities.

Overview

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Work History

Student Assistant

University of Regina's Archer Library & Archives
09.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining files, records, and student resources.
  • Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations and resources.
  • Provided excellent customer service to students and staff at the front desk, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
  • Supported administrative staff with data entry and clerical tasks, ensuring accuracy in record-keeping systems.
  • Worked independently on short-term tasks to create and organize exhibition displays and presentations on behalf of the Archives & Special Collections.

Receptionist

City of Regina
05.2024 - Current
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided warm, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Diligently enrolled customers in provided programs, managing payments, and forwarding follow-up information in a timely and friendly manner.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints, both in-person and over the phone.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.

English and Writing Skills Tutor

University of Regina, UR International Department
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided homework assistance, question/prompt analysis, and essay proofreading and guidance.
  • Motivated students towards independently applying learned skills and strategies to improve English writing, speaking, and comprehension skills.
  • Supported International students with helpful study habits, multi-assignment management and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to review homework and essay assignments, identify lagging skills, and address weaknesses.
  • Provided students with helpful tips to thrive under the Canadian school curriculum, and familiarize them with Canadian essay formatting standards.
  • Analyzde patterns in student strengths, weaknesses, and concerns to complete a report for tutoring managers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Honours - History

University of Regina
Regina, SK
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts Honours - English

University of Regina
Regina, SK
05.2001 -

Skills

Data organization

Report preparation

Student relations

Time management

Prioritization of work tasks, assignments, and extracurricular projects

Proficient writing and presentation skills

Advocating for beliefs among peers and supervisors

Administrative tasks

Broad and targeted research collection and organization

Accomplishments

Organized for the collection and storage of photos and items during study abroad term in France and Belgium with Royal Regina Rifles Trust Fund to create an official 'Operation Calvados' time capsule and digital collection.

Presented honours internship objectives, responsibilities, and progress to University of Regina's History Department faculty and students at the 2024 Winter semester History Student Symposium.

Reviewed and analyzed the authentic Regina College Second World War Memorial Scroll of 205 alumni to collect biographical information of twenty students using online databases and archives.

Completed and submitted thirty-seven-page honours reflection paper following 2024 Winter semester, achieving a final grade of ninety-five percent.

Designed and created two physical display exhibitions presented at a major 'Operation Calvados' event, leading to discussion with guests about personal research, internship experiences, and historical information surrounding the Regina Rifle Regiment during the Second World War.

Interests

European social dynamics and responses during the First and Second World War

Canadian wartime poetry and literature

Twentieth century North American reflective literature

Modern implications of the Holocaust

The global Holocaust narrative and comparative representations of genocide

2018 Volunteer of the Year Finalist in Assiniboia, SK

Nominated for the Town of Assiniboia hosted Volunteer of the Year event in the summer of 2018 by librarians at the Palliser Provincial Library, after spending the summer and Fall seasons volunteering to reshelve books, assist customers with finding and borrowing materials, and organize excess inventory at least three times a week after school.

Timeline

Student Assistant

University of Regina's Archer Library & Archives
09.2024 - Current

Receptionist

City of Regina
05.2024 - Current

English and Writing Skills Tutor

University of Regina, UR International Department
01.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Arts Honours - History

University of Regina
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts Honours - English

University of Regina
05.2001 -
Emily ReidUndergraduate Student