ARIANA McKINNEY
Cataula,GA
Summary
Motivated psychology student at the University of Georgia with a 3.86 GPA and experience in student leadership, community engagement, and peer support. Seeking campus employment, psychology internships, or research assistant positions.
Offering excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ready to learn and develop in supportive environment. Brings understanding of essential elements of orientation programs and how to effectively convey this information. Ready to use and develop organizational and leadership skills in the pursued role.
Approachable and adaptable, with natural ability to connect with diverse groups of people. Understands key aspects of orientation programs and possesses strong organizational and communication skills. Dedicated to creating welcoming and informative experience for new members.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Orientation Leader
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
01.2026 - 08.2026
- Facilitated orientation sessions for new students, ensuring a welcoming and informative experience.
- Assisted in the development of orientation materials to enhance student understanding of campus resources.
- Guided small groups through campus tours, highlighting key facilities and services available to students.
- Collaborated with university staff to address inquiries and provide accurate information during events.
- Collected feedback from participants to improve future orientation programs and materials.
- Enhanced student orientation experience by organizing interactive activities and icebreakers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05-2029
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Research Support
- Microsoft Office
- Academic Writing
- Teamwork
- Event Coordination
- Organization
- Time Management
- Student support
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Orientation Leader — Columbus State University (Jan 2026–Aug 2026)
- Supported orientation programs for incoming students.
- Guided students to campus resources and answered questions.
- Collaborated with staff to deliver an organized, welcoming experience.
- Represented the university with professionalism.
Awards
2023 National African American Recognition Program Awardee via College Board.
2023 National Rural and Small Town Recognition Program Awardee via College Board.
Timeline
Orientation Leader
Columbus State University
01.2026 - 08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Georgia