1. Paige Klatt|363 Richland Ave #251-Athens, OH 45701| pk830811@ohio.edu| 614-735-5067
Education
Ohio University,Athens,OH Expected: May 2016
Bachelor of Specialized Studies
Focused in Communication Studies-Child and Family Studies-Diversity Studies
Certificate in Diversity Studies
Cumulative GPA 3.314/ 4.0
Student Affairs Work Experience
Academic Advancement Center, Athens,OH May 2015-Present
Peer Tutor
Create a positive learning environment and encouraged independent learning.
Help students identify problem areas and gave them opportunities to practice and build knowledge
Develop knowledge of tutoring subjects by reviewing content periodically before sessions
Attend training sessions and participated in evaluation processes to master tutoring techniques
Maintain confidentiality as outlined in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Compliance Statement
Maintain a professional and patient demeanor during tutoring sessions
Career and Leadership Development Center, Athens,OH December 2013-Present
Student Ambassador
Facilitated 3 workshops a week to 10-50 students discussing emotional intelligence, personal branding, and
preparing for interviews to name a few
Participated in professional development workshops weekly
Provided drop in career coaching appointment to students by answering resume and cover letters questions and
discussing basic resume essentials during weekly appointments
Engaged in other outreach activities, such as conducting information sessions to help encourage student
engagement with our services
Assisted with Fall and Spring Career and Internship Fair by greeting employers and checking in students for the
fairs
Redesigning the first year student Leadership Development cohort program by evaluating content, structure and
deliver of the program, assessing effectiveness/student growth and re-writing learning outcomes and curriculum
Learning Communities,Athens,OH June 2014-December 2015
Exploring Communication Studies and LGBTQ and Social Justice Learning Community Leader
Assisted instructor with planning and preparation for a learning community course
Organized 12 outside of class activities, as well as held study sessions for the students in my community
Attended bi-weekly meetings with fellow peer mentors discussing strategies to better engage students
Taught lessons on social justice and activism, specifically how to be an ally and different ways to be an activist
Led classroom discussions on the social change model of leadership, emotional intelligence, and
microagressions
Created a safe and inclusive environment for all students by using preferred pronouns, facilitating and modeling
open conversation, and not permitting any inappropriate comments
Bobcat Student Orientation, Athens,OH June 2014-June 2015
College Representative of Administrative Orientation Leaders
Represented both OHIO’s Undergraduate Orientation Programs and Ohio University at large
Effectively encourage,focus and communicate with the Orientation Leaders in my college
Served as a liaison between my college faculty/staff and Undergraduate Orientation Programs leadership team
by troubleshooting a variety of situations ranging from staff conflicts to emotional parental figures
Assisted the Director and Assistant director with the supervision of Orientation leaders and daily program
management
2. Undergraduate Orientation Programs,Athens,OH June 2014-June 2015
Undergraduate Coordinator
Coordinated reservations for various events, meetings and training sessions
Created the Orientation registration system for OPIE, Relocate day, Transfer day and Bobcat Student Orientation
Organized Orientation mailing materials for 4,200 students and their families
Facilitated presentations for students about college, major, and graduation requirements
Created training materials for spring training class for new and returning Orientation leaders
Evaluated Bobcat Student Orientation applicants in small group interviews
Developed meaningful and lasting connections between students and faculty members
Bobcat Student Orientation, Athens,OH February 2014-June 2015
Administrative Orientation Leader
Welcomed 4,200 students and parents as they came to campus and attend the day-and-a-half Orientation
program
Organized and delivered appropriate materials to 43 Orientation Leader
Served on a panel during evening sessions that discusses what life is like outside of class with incoming students
Understood the complexities of transfer student concerns,and assisted them as they adjust to campus life
Delivered presentations for parents about Ohio University and information involving their students first year
Provided assistance to students as they learn about the registration system and select fall semester courses
Co-Curricular Involvement
Student Senate, Athens,OH June 2013-Present
Commissioner of LGBTQA Affairs/Vice Commissioner of LGBTQA Affairs
Appointed Commissioner of LGBTQA Affairs for 2015-2016 academic year
Appointed Vice Commissioner of LGBTQA Affairs for 2013-2014 and 2014-2015 academic year
Selected as a committee member for Rules and Procedures committee.
Organized two Pride Weeks for the university and community members which included scheduling speakers,
vigil in remembrance of all LGBTQA individuals, dine-n-discuss on the Preferred Name Policy to name a few
Oversaw 3 interns and 3 senators each academic year
Planned and implemented 5 separate events for each Pride Week
Developed a budget for the Commission with the student senate Treasurer
Developed and implemented the Preferred Name Policy put in place Fall 2015
Attended MLGBTTAC conference in February 2014
Awarded Outstanding Activism for the 2013-2014 academic year
Bobcatalina Synchronized Swim Team, Athens,OH December 2012-May 2015
Vice President/Safety Officer
Elected Vice President for the 2014-2015 academic year
Elected Safety Officer for the 2013-2014 academic year
Organized two annual showcase performance per year for the Athens, Ohio community
Supervised practices,competitions, and shows to ensure the safety of my team
Coordinated meetings to plan practices and events throughout the year
Assisted integrating Bobcatalina from an intramural sport to a club sport
Volunteered more than ten hours a semester to better engage with the Ohio University community
Committees
LGBT Center, Athens,OH August 2015-Present
Queer Leadership Council Committee Member
Ohio University, Athens,OH August 2015-Present
Kennedy Lecture and Frontiers in Science Committee Member