Vice-President (Administration) Platform

EXPERIENCE My experience on campus is not just limited to that of a managerial nature - I have also been lucky enough to be involved in Welcome Week and our services as a frontline volunteer. This on-the-ground experience has given me a wider understanding of the issues that students, volunteers, and mangers face on a daily basis.

SRA Science Representative, April 2012-March 2014  Helped develop a strong relationship with the McMaster Science Society  Put a focus on research opportunities in science and transitions for caucuses  Member on the EFRT Advisory Committee and the Child Care Centre Advisory Committee Executive Board Member, June 2012-March 2014  Oversaw the day to day operations of the MSU including reports from the services, updating Job Descriptions, and dealing with employment matters  Had conversations with the PTMs about the ongoing challenges and successes of each of the services  Involved in the strategic long-term planning of the MSU Residence Orientation Advisor, March 2013-September 2013  Planner for Brandon Hall’s Welcome Week for over 500 students  Oversaw a team of 21 Residence Orientation Representatives  Duties included budgeting, conflict management, implementing training, and ensuring an accessible Welcome Week for all Brandon Hall students  Worked closely with Welcome Week Planners from all corners of campus life Planning Team Member for Horizons, April 2013-August 2013  Developed and organized multiple sessions, including a complete restructure of two, as the Sessions Coordinator  Trained all the Leadership Developers on best practices for facilitating conversations with delegates  Worked alongside seven Planning Team members to run a three day conference for 150 incoming McMaster students Residence Orientation Representative, September 2011 and September 2012  Helped transition students to Bates Residence and Les Prince Hall  Worked with large teams to provide an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere  Maintained a level head and a positive attitude while dealing with conflict management and high pressure situations Leadership Developer for Horizons, August 2012  Helped implement and direct sessions and conversations with delegates  Acted as a resource for the incoming McMaster students  Facilitated debriefs within smaller groups