Paige Meisner
Waterville,NS
Summary
A dedicated and detail-oriented student with experience in financial management, budgeting, and administration within both student organizations and academic settings. Actively involved in the Mount Allison Student Union's Finance and Administration Committee, where I have contributed to financial oversight and decision-making. Additionally, I have managed financial accounts, handled budgeting for events, and ensured transparency in all financial transactions. Known for strong organizational skills, effective communication, and a commitment to fostering inclusive and efficient environments through responsible financial management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Don
Mount Allison University
Sackville, New Brunswick
08.2024 - Current
- Supported residents in adapting to campus life, providing resources to address homesickness, academic stress, and social integration.
- Acted as a leader and role model in the residence hall, fostering a positive and inclusive community while upholding student conduct expectations.
- Managed Thornton House’s social media and financial accounts prior to the election of the house executive team, ensuring a smooth transition of responsibilities.
- Developed a transition process for the incoming house executive, providing guidance on managing house accounts and sharing a list of potential sponsors for securing additional house funds.
Community Intern
Mount Allison University
Sackville, NB
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed financial documentation, including processing invoices, receipts, and reimbursements, ensuring accurate record-keeping for community engagement initiatives.
- Assisted in securing funding by researching grant opportunities and maintaining financial records for program sustainability.
- Coordinated communication between university departments, students, and external partners to align project goals while ensuring financial and administrative efficiency.
- Organized and promoted events, overseeing logistics, budgeting, and resource allocation to support student involvement and community engagement.
- Maintained confidential records, including criminal record checks and government documentation, ensuring compliance with strict security protocols.
- Identified and resolved logistical and financial challenges, maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders and ensuring program success.
Sanitation Worker
Apple Valley Foods
Kentville, NS
07.2018 - 09.2023
- Followed sanitation schedule and documented cleaning activities.
- Utilized Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly.
- Complied with company policies regarding safe storage of chemicals.
MASSIE Residence Assistant
Mount Allison University
Sackville, New Brunswick
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in organizing and budgeting events in collaboration with the International Center, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
- Maintained records of program expenses and financial transactions, ensuring accountability in residence event funding.
- Managed communication materials, developing and distributing informational content to residents regarding events, university resources, and community initiatives.
- Provided structured guidance to incoming students, facilitating their academic, linguistic, and cultural adjustment while ensuring smooth program operations.
- Fostered an inclusive and well-organized living environment, ensuring adherence to program guidelines and residence policies.
Teaching Assistant
Mount Allison University
Sackville, NB
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided personalized academic support to students, offering one-on-one tutoring sessions to clarify complex concepts related to East Asian religious studies and death practices, enhancing their understanding and engagement in course material.
- Assisted in the creation and presentation of course materials, helping to communicate key concepts clearly and effectively to students of varying academic backgrounds.
- Graded assignments and tests, providing detailed feedback to students to foster improvement, while tracking performance trends and reporting outcomes to the lead professor.
- Developed supplementary study guides and resources, helping students better understand course content and reinforcing key concepts.
Research Assistant
Mount Allison University
Sackville, NB
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Managed the budgeting and purchasing of materials for research-related outreach programs, ensuring cost-efficiency and proper documentation of expenses.
- Produced comprehensive reports summarizing findings on cultural and religious diversity in children's literature, presenting actionable recommendations for improving programming and educational outreach.
- Assisted in coordinating and managing funds for legacy gifts and community engagement initiatives, ensuring proper financial tracking and documentation.
- Created promotional content to share research findings with a wider audience, boosting awareness and understanding of the importance of diversity in children's literature.
- Developed and maintained connections with local educational institutions to facilitate the integration of research insights into ongoing programming and outreach efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies And Classical Studies
Mount Allison University
Sackville, NBSkills
- Financial Management and Budgeting: Experienced in managing budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring financial accountability for student organizations and residence events, in relation to the Mount Allison Student Union and Thornton House
- Time management: Adept at balancing multiple responsibilities, meeting deadlines, and prioritizing tasks efficiently Proven ability to handle financial, administrative, and event-planning duties simultaneously without compromising accuracy
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with diverse teams
- Leadership: Experience leading teams, guiding initiatives, and motivating others
- Administrative Organization and record keeping: Skilled in taking detailed meeting minutes, maintaining financial documents, and organizing digital records using Google Drive and other platforms
- Grant Writing and Funds Management: Knowledgeable in researching and applying for grants to secure funding for student organizations Experienced in financial reporting and managing allocated funds responsibly
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Dutch
Professional
Japanese
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Dance Team Captian (2017-2019) (2020-2021)
- Rotary Youth Exchange Student - Netherlands (2019-2020)
- Mount Allison Student Union - Councillor-at-Large (2021-2022)
- Mount Allison Student Union - Deputy Chairperson (2022-2023)
- Best Presentation Award at the Cross-Cultural College Global Career Seminar in Canada 2023
- Mount Allison Univerity - Religions of Japan Field School Research (May 2023)
- FrogBear - Religious Studies Field Research in South Korea (June 2023)
- Kwansei Gakuin Daigaku Exchange in Japan (2023-2024)
- Mount Allison Student Union - Deputy Returning Officer (2024-2025)
- Mount Allison Student Union - Vice President of Communications and Marketing (2025- )
Certification
- Rotary International Language Certificate (2020)
- WHMIS (2020-Present)
- Seeds of Change; Bystander Skills that Transform Cultures of Sexual Violence (09/2021 - Present)
- First Aid Certificate (2022-Present)
- New Brunswick Food Handler Certification (2023-Present)
- Kwansei Gakuin Daigaku Certificate of Program Completion (2024)
- Inbound Marketing Certificate (2024-Present)
- "More Feet on the Ground" Certificate (2024 - Present)
- Policy 701 (Pupil Protection Policy) Certificate (2025 - Present)
Additional, Relevant Information
- Wolfville Baptist Church - Performing Arts Camp Counselor (2017-2019)
- Wolfville Baptist Church - Performing Arts Camp Coordinator and Director (2020-2021)
- Central Kings Rural High School - Year Book Photographer (2017-2018)
- Central Kings Rural High School - Assistant Year Book Editor (2018-2019)
- Central Kings Rural High School - Chief Year Book Editor (2020-2021)
- Central Kings Rural High School - Minister of Student Affairs (2020-2021)
- Mount Allison Student Union - Finance and Governance Committee (2021-2023)
- Mount Allison Student Union - Communications Committee (2021-2022)
- Motyer-Fancy Theatre - Front of House (2025)
Timeline
Assistant Don
Mount Allison University
08.2024 - Current
MASSIE Residence Assistant
Mount Allison University
05.2023 - 08.2023
Teaching Assistant
Mount Allison University
01.2023 - 05.2023
Community Intern
Mount Allison University
08.2022 - 12.2023
Research Assistant
Mount Allison University
11.2021 - 04.2022
Sanitation Worker
Apple Valley Foods
07.2018 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies And Classical Studies
Mount Allison University
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