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ALLISON ESTHAY

Chesapeake,VA

Summary

Aspiring Public Historian passionate about using the past to provide context for the present and to influence progress in the future by advocating for compelling, relevant, and educational presentations of history within the realm of public education.

Overview

Work History

Student Assistant

High School Guidance Office
  • Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email, or in-person to provide information and direction towards a desired staff member
  • Welcomed office visitors warmly and alerted staff to arrival of those with scheduled appointments

Library Student Worker

Old Dominion University Perry Library
05.2020 - 10.2020
  • Responsible for checking in returned books, sorting by the Library of Congress system, and reshelving the books in their correct spots
  • Helped to catalogue and prepare new materials to be released to the public on the library floor
  • Assisted the full-time Circulation Services employees with daily tasks and department projects
  • Improved library atmosphere by maintaining a clean and quiet environment conducive to study and learning.
  • Contributed to the sorting, cataloging, and categorization of a recently donated collection of DVDs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

Old Dominion University
Norfolk
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Oscar F. Smith High School
06.2019

Skills

  • Research and Analysis: Used digital and physical sources to construct arguments regarding historiography, museum studies, and
  • Computer and Microsoft Office Skills: Experience with Excel, Word, and Powerpoint

interests details

  • Colonial and Imperial History: Deep interest in understanding the complexities of colonial and imperial history and their impacts on life today.
  • Preservation and Conservation: Passionate about preserving cultural heritage and ensuring the longevity of historical artifacts.
  • Historical Consciousness and Collective Memory: Recognize the importance of historical consciousness and collective memory in shaping societies.
  • Public History Advocacy: Advocate for the significance of public history education in fostering a well-informed society.

awards

  • Achieved ODU Dean's List for 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 Academic Years


hobbies and interests

  • American History, including the colonial era through modern times
  • Imperial History, particularly in India and Africa
  • Historical Research, including the philosophy of history and historiography
  • Immersive museums and inclusive public history education

Timeline

Library Student Worker

Old Dominion University Perry Library
05.2020 - 10.2020

Student Assistant

High School Guidance Office

Bachelor of Arts - History

Old Dominion University

High School Diploma -

Oscar F. Smith High School

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