Ayanna Varela
Summary
Driven collegiate athlete and leader, skilled in promoting self-reflection, through teamwork and community initiatives. Strong background in Psychology and Exercise Science enhances the ability to inspire and connect with individuals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-facilitator
Seen In the Park
Ashville, NC
05.2026 - Current
- Co-facilitated group discussions to promote engagement and collaboration.
- Initiated conversations with participants to foster self-reflection and connection.
- Strengthened relationships by encouraging deeper understanding among individuals.
Residence Assistant
Montreat
Montreat, NC
08.2025 - Current
- Organized residential events enhancing student engagement and collaboration.
- Facilitate conflict resolution among residents, promoting a positive living environment.
- Planned and organized shifts for each semester with team
- Earned Bridge Builder Award for uniting diverse social groups through shared activity interests
Worship Leader (drummer)
Lakewood Church
Montreat, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Led worship services with creativity and passion for diverse congregations.
- Coordinated music selection to align with church themes and messages.
- Coordinated music selection and rehearsals to enhance worship experience
College Basketball
Montreat
Montreat, NC
08.2020 - Current
- Led team in developing strategies for success and fostering a collaborative environment
- Earned recognition for commitment and skill development as a freshman basketball player
- Coordinated weekly devotionals for basketball team to strengthen relationships and build unity
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Montreat College
Montreat, NC05-2026
Skills
- Community outreach
- Crisis management
- Activity planning
- Team collaboration
- Public speaking
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Peer mediation
- Adaptability
- Emotional intelligence
- Resourceful
- Critical thinking
- Communication clarity
- Interpersonal relationships
- Assertiveness
- Time management
- Leadership qualities
- Community development
Hobbies and Interests
- Volunteer Work (Matthew 25 Ministries)
- L.O.T Ministries
- Samaritan’s Purse
- Cognitive and Behavioral Research and Experiments (Psychology)
- Research on digestive, nervous, respiratory, and Musculoskeletal systems (Exercise Science)
- Health and Wellness
- Biblical Studies
- Mission work
- Playing Piano and Drums
- Drawing
- Playing Sports
Extracurricular Activities
College Basketball, 08/01/20, present, Montreat, NC, Served as team leader, Most improved player award (freshmen year), Led basketball team in devotionals Lakewood Church, 08/01/24, present, Montreat, NC, Worship Leader (drummer), Music Director Seen In the Park, 05/01/26, present, Ashville, NC, Serve as Co-facilitator, Start conversation with strangers to make them feel less like strangers to themselves through various questions that aid in self reflection
Certification
- CPR Certified
Accomplishments
- Bridge Builder Award
- Keystone Scholarship Ambassador
Timeline
Co-facilitator
Seen In the Park
05.2026 - Current
Residence Assistant
Montreat
08.2025 - Current
Worship Leader (drummer)
Lakewood Church
08.2024 - Current
College Basketball
Montreat
08.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Montreat College