- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Music and singing
- Gym Workouts
- Cooking
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Volunteering
Ashley Elizabeth Smith
Student At Anderson University
Ninety-Six,WI
Summary
I am a sophomore at Anderson University majoring in Kinesiology with aspirations of becoming a speech therapist. I am passionate about helping others improve their communication and am actively shadowing professionals to gain early experience in the field. I am motivated, curious, and eager to grow in both academic and practical settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Legal Assistant/Receptionist
Mcdonald Patrick Law Firm
01.2022 - Current
- Maintain strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Assist legal documents, including pleadings and motions, to support attorneys in various cases.
- Answer phones, take messages, greet clients and visitors, and manage front desk.
- distribute mail and faxes, and maintain a clean and organized office.
- Maintain organized client files, manage documents, and ensure proper filing procedures.
Night Manager
Piggly Wiggly
01.2022 - Current
- Observe and monitor store security cameras to help prevent retail theft
- Provide great service to all customers, no matter the time or issue
- Help resolve conflicts among staff to keep a positive and productive work environment
- Train back-up team members and lead the crew in running day-to-day storefront operations
- Regularly walk the facility to check on activities and ensure everything’s running smoothly
- Handle customer complaints quickly and professionally to keep satisfaction high
- Secure the building at closing by checking the sales floor, shutting down electronics, and setting alarms
- Count tills at the beginning and end of shifts, enter amounts into the system, and put away cash securely
- Handle lottery and Western Union transactions accurately and responsibly
Student Volunteer
DeAnn Wright
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Shadowed licensed speech-language pathologists during therapy sessions with children of various ages
- Assisted with therapy activities, including interactive games designed to support articulation and sound recognition
- Learned techniques to engage children in speech exercises through play-based learning strategies
- Developed a foundational understanding of speech therapy practices and client interaction
Education
Anderson University -
Anderson University
High School Diploma -
Ninety-Six High School
Ninety-Six, South Carolina 05.2025 - 05.2024
Skills
- Assist Legal document preparation
- Fast learner
- Client communication
- Customer relationship management
- File organization
- Confidentiality
- Administrative assistance
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patience
- Empathy
Shadowing Volunteering Experience
- Elite Integrated Therapy Center
- Care Center
- Driven Physical Therapy
Awards
- National Honor Society, 2023
- Beta Club, 2022
- Gold Key Award, 2021-2023
- Sports Medicine 1 Award, 2022
- Sports Medicine 2 Award, 2023
- Columbia College Scholar, 2023
- Merit List at Piedmont Tech College, 2022
- South Carolina Work Ready (Essential Soft Skills Credential)
- Most Valuable Soprano, 2022
Parents
Michelle Cohen, Jay Cohen, mcohen@mcdonaldpatrick.com, (864) 992-8677
Interests
Merit list at PTC
I was recognized on the Merit List at Piedmont Technical College for maintaining a term GPA of 3.75 or higher while enrolled in 6–11 credit hours. This distinction reflects my commitment to academic excellence and consistent performance in my coursework.
Timeline
High School Diploma -
Ninety-Six High School
05.2025 - 05.2024
Student Volunteer
DeAnn Wright
11.2024 - 12.2024
Legal Assistant/Receptionist
Mcdonald Patrick Law Firm
01.2022 - Current
Night Manager
Piggly Wiggly
01.2022 - Current
Anderson University -
Anderson University
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