Bridget N.

Benton
914 Foxboro Dr., Newport News, VA, 23602
(757) 893-7005
bridget.benton.14@cnu.edu
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
As a student of Christopher Newport University and its Leadership program, I dedicate myself to a vision of honesty and
responsibility. My experience with club activities and volunteering has revealed a strong character with the skills and capabilities of an
effective leader and follower, as well as a genuine, hardworking individual. Though I have not acquired much professional experience,
my long-term commitment to various organizations has instilled values of punctuality and integrity into the core of my work ethic.
Particular strengths include: reliability, remaining calm under pressure, patience, excellent organization skills, ability to work with
many different kinds of people, and attention to detail.
FORMAL EDUCATION
OFallon Township HS
CNU

(2014, 3.42 GPA)

(Major: Psychology, Minor: Ldsp., Phil. of Law) (Est. Grad 2018, Current GPA: 3.14)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Teachers Aid, Christopher Newport University, Newport News, VA

21-31 August 2015
Requested by language instructor to help teach English to a group of 28 Chinese students. Provided crucial support to professors
during class and created a link with the students as a part of their generation
Assisted in clarifying information between the students and retail associates outside of class
Exposed students to colloquial English that was not discussed in class
Vice President, CNUs E.A.S.T. (Eastern American Student Triumvirate), Newport News, VA
2015-Present
Provides information and help for a student-led club concerning the cultures, politics, and issues present in Eastern Asian, Southern
Asian, and Middle Eastern countries
Volunteers extensively for setting up and managing events
Stays informed about current trends in Eastern countries and how they affect international relations
Communicates effectively with other members, officers, and people interested in the club
Volunteer, The Cat Corner, Hampton, VA
2014-Present
Helps with cleaning shelter, socializing cats that have had little, poor, or no handling, and pairing potential owners with adoptable cats
Maintaining a cleanly appearance and friendly atmosphere for over 80 cats and their visitors
Cooperating with other volunteers and visitors
Volunteer six hours per week on average and have attended all scheduled dates for volunteering
Member, CNU Wind Ensemble, Newport News, VA
2014-2015
Played clarinet in a high-level performance ensemble. Large repertoire of music, both classical and contemporary, was played for
various concerts and recordings
Practice and dedication involved in perfecting individual and group aspects in compositions
Verbal and non-verbal communication between other members and conductor essential to success
Member, OFallon Township High School Marching Band, OFallon, IL
2011-2014
Marched and played clarinet for first year and switched to playing synthesizer in the front ensemble for last two years. Attended
numerous hours of practice before, after, and during school hours and summer break, volunteered for fundraising events, and
participated in several competitions both in and out of state
Coordination and teamwork of an approximately 250 membered performing ensemble
Required cooperation with many people coming from different backgrounds
Awards:
o 20113rd Place Open Class in Mozingo Marching Percussion Competition, 14th Place in Finals of Bands of America
(BOA) Super Regional Competition, Ranked 23rd Overall Nationwide in BOA Grand Nationals
o 201213th Place in BOA St. Louis Super Regional, 5th Place in Finals for BOA Louisville Regional, 6th Place in
Class AAAA for BOA Grand Nationals
o 20131st Place Open Class in Mozingo Marching Percussion Competition, 10th Place in Finals of BOA St. Louis
Super Regional, 9th Place in Finals of BOA Indianapolis Super Regional, 25th Place in Semi-Finals of BOA Grand
Nationals

 Earned opportunity for concert bands to play at Carnegie Hall in May of 2014
Leading Officer, OFallon Township High School Otaku Club, OFallon, IL
2011-2014
Responsible for organizing and leading a club discussing Japanese culture. The first year was spent as a minor officer out of 6 other
officers, the second year was spent as one of two leading officers, and the last year was spent as the single leading officer. Acted as
the face of the club, relayed information about Japanese culture, created a comfortable environment for all members of the club, and
planned events outside of normal club activities
Communicated effectively between regular members of the club, other officers, and the clubs sponsor
Dealt with conflict within the club and mediated between both parties to reach an effective solution
Kept track of club finances, including member fees and budgeting for events
Delegated tasks to other officers, whose duties included researching information for presentations, sometimes giving
presentations, and keeping me informed of any questions, feedback, and criticisms they or other members had regarding the
club
REFERENCES

McCormick, Soni, Family Friend, OFallon, IL

Smith, Jonathan, PhD, Assistant Professor of Chinese, CNU, Newport News, VA
Antaramian, Susan, PhD, Assistant Professor in Psychology, CNU, Newport News, VA

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