Resume

• 2018

  Master of Science - MS

  College Student Personnel

  University of Rhode Island

• 2007

  Master of Arts (M.A.)

  - Gained comprehensive hands-on experience in film & video shooting and editing. \n\n- Filmed and edited short documentary videos.\n\n- Studied Media Theory & Criticism and Media Ethics courses. Learned film/media analysis in fictional narratives

  documentaries and television programs.\n\n- Learned short film screenwriting.

  Visual Media Arts

  Emerson College

• 2002

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

  - Graduated Cum Laude in Journalism.\n\n- Minored in Communication Studies.\n\n- Interned at RIPR (formerly WRNI 1290

  National Public Radio)

  Providence

  RI. \n\n- Served as Vice President and Secretary for the NAACP URI chapter. \n\n- Served as general member for the Cape Verdean Students Association (CVSA).\n\n- Wrote and read brief news stories on-air for WRIU 90.3 in 2005

  Journalism

  National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP); Cape Verdean Students Association (CVSA)

  University of Rhode Island

• Diversity & Inclusion

  Film Analysis

  Research

  Microsoft Office

  Analytical Writing

  Video Editing

  Proofreading

  Nonprofits

  Class Facilitation

  Video

  Student Affairs

  Public Speaking

  Adobe Premiere Pro CS6

  Customer Service

  Web Video

  Adobe Creative Suite

  Report Writing

  Canon DSLR

  Digital Photography

  Focus Groups

  Omoayo

  Victor

  Omoayo

  The College Crusade of Rhode Island

  Community College of Rhode Island

  Bryant University

  University of Rhode Island - Office of Community

  Equity and Diversity

  University of Rhode Island - University College for Academic Succes

  University of Rhode Island - Talent Development

  Calcutt Middle School

  Kingston

  Rhode Island

  •\tCollaborate with interim CED director on equity and diversity initiatives for the university (e.g.

  produced campus memo of CED listening tour

  recorded minutes for CED ad hoc committee)\n•\tFacilitate focus groups with URI multicultural student groups and students of color at URI to document their experiences with inclusive campus spaces

  diversity programs

  race relations

  and institutional support.\n•\tResearch campus climate surveys in preparation for future URI climate survey

  Graduate Assistant

  University of Rhode Island - Office of Community

  Equity and Diversity

  Rhode Island

  •\tTaught a culturally diverse class

  from young high school graduates

  to older adult learners

  and from a range of ethnic

  cultural

  and economic backgrounds

  moderating debates and examining current issues\n•\tEducated up to 25 students per class on: foundations of college essay writing and critical analysis of texts and film analysis\n•\tProofread

  edited and graded student essays

  providing multiple ideas for stronger essay revisions \n•\tAdvised students on course-related matters and college issues: academic goals

  courses

  and resources

  Adjunct English Instructor

  Community College of Rhode Island

  Kingston

  Rhode Island

  •\tTutored incoming college freshmen in Communication Fundamentals course (COM 100) and Intro to Mass Media course (JOR 110) for URI TD summer program\n•\tDeveloped essential studying strategies with a culturally and economically diverse array of students \n•\tAdvised students on key campus resources (e.g. required general education courses

  student organizations

  mentoring

  etc.)\n•\tEngaged in critical discussions on media issues and core concepts in Communications and Journalism

  Academic Tutor

  University of Rhode Island - Talent Development

  Kingston

  Rhode Island

  •\tCo-facilitate URI 101 first-year course for undeclared students

  reviewing student strengths

  researching prospective majors

  and discussing on-campus student involvement\n•\tAdvise first-year and second-year undeclared students in one-on-one meetings\n•\tCommunicate with URI 101 students to schedule meetings and follow-up on course material

  Academic Advising Graduate Intern

  University of Rhode Island - University College for Academic Succes

  Smithfield

  Rhode Island

  • Conducted a series of focus group interviews with students to inquire about best practices

  student experiences

  and race relations on campus\n• Produced an Appreciative Inquiry and Growth Opportunities report outlining focus group discussion feedback and qualitative data\n• Facilitated a book discussion with students pertaining to socially relevant texts exploring racial and social justice issues

  Graduate Student Intern (Intercultural Center)

  Bryant University

  Warwick

  Rhode Island

  •\tFacilitated meetings with students

  faculty and staff to resolve behavioral and disciplinary issues. \n•\tReviewed conduct and hearing procedures with students (e.g.

  filing formal complaints

  informal mediation options

  attending student conduct hearings)\n•\tUtilized Advocate software to update and maintain student records

  making notes of students’ conduct and uploading pertinent records (e.g. police reports

  email correspondence)

  Student Conduct & Civility Coordinator / Graduate Assistant

  Community College of Rhode Island

  Central Falls

  RI

  •\tCo-taught a six-week digital media summer class to 8th grade students

  facilitating group projects on anti-bullying and community cleanup videos

  public service announcements and PowerPoint

  Digital Media Community Partner

  Calcutt Middle School

  Providence

  Rhode Island Area

  •\tTaught middle and high school students in analytical writing on film and mass media imagery

  with an emphasis on print

  television and online advertising.\n•\tAssisted students in creating original ideas for their own products and developing unique ways to market

  Media Literacy Instructor

  The College Crusade of Rhode Island

  English

  Diversity Award - Undergraduate Student Excellence

  Awarded for strong academic record and advocacy efforts in NAACP and CVSA.

  University of Rhode Island