Astou Haidara
BRONX,NY
Summary
Now a senior attending Penn State University majoring in Criminology, B.S Minor in Legal Studies. A motivated and detail-oriented person seeking a paralegal or legal assistant role to leverage research and analytical skills. Currently, a student research assistant with hands-on experience in legal research while being an active member of the Multicultural Undergraduate Law Association and the African Student Association. Skilled at balancing academic commitments in addition to work responsibilities, providing a notable perspective and dedication to supporting legal teams in case preparation and documentation while studying to attend law school myself. Committed to contributing to a legal environment that promotes values of critical, innovative thinking and diversity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Multicultural Undergraduate Law Association Member
Penn State University
State College, PA
08.2023 - Current
- Attending regular meetings and events, discussing legal issues, and sharing knowledge.
- Engaging with legal research projects, analyzing cases, and participating in conversations on topics that deepen legal knowledge for all involved.
- Advocate for and participate in activities that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion within the university community.
Student Research Assistant
Penn State University
State College, PA
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted with the design and implementation of research projects.
- Prepared reports summarizing research findings.
- Attended seminars and conferences related to the field of study being researched.
- Researched applicable laws, regulations, and policies related to the topic being studied.
Co-Founder of The Literary Magazine
Success Academy Highschool of the Liberal Arts
New York, NY
01.2019 - 05.2021
- This was the magazine that a fellow classmate and I created with the aim to shine the light on the amazing things that students in the high school were doing but had no outlet to show off the work. To create a space where the students in a predominately white school to be celebrated equally as well.
Member of The National Speech and Debate Associati
The National Speech and Debate Association
New York, NY
01.2014 - 05.2021
Nationally ranked and recognized for research and debate in the years involved.
- 2015-2016 NYC Urban Debate Top Speaker
- The Ridges Debate Top Speaker.
- 2016-2017, 13th Place Speaker
- 2018 UOP Tournament Elimination Round Qualifier.
- Success Academy Championship, Open Division, 7th Speaker.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Success Academy High School of Liberal Arts
New York, NY05-2021
Skills
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in Bambara
- Learning French
- Legal Research
- Writing and Documentation
- Case Management
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible
- Collaborative
- Ability To Learn New Tasks
- Strong Communication Skills
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary
Accomplishments
- AP Student
- Honors Student
- Skipped a Grade
Affiliations
- Extracurricular Activities: Debate Team, Literary Magazine, Volleyball Team, Cheerleader, Babysitter, and Tutor
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Multicultural Undergraduate Law Association Member
Penn State University
08.2023 - Current
Student Research Assistant
Penn State University
02.2023 - Current
Co-Founder of The Literary Magazine
Success Academy Highschool of the Liberal Arts
01.2019 - 05.2021
Member of The National Speech and Debate Associati
The National Speech and Debate Association
01.2014 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Pennsylvania State University
High School Diploma -
Success Academy High School of Liberal Arts