Dani Masri
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Impact-driven advocate with strong background in project management and cross-cultural communication. Proven track record in leading inclusive initiatives and coordinating large-scale programs for students and communities. Skilled in building coalitions and mobilizing stakeholders to achieve measurable outcomes in advocacy and nonprofit sectors. Fluent in Spanish and knowledgeable in Russian.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Campus Ambassador - International Student Support
University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, USA
09.2025 - Current
- Mentor and primary point of contact for over 10 international students, addressing arrival logistics and personal needs.
- Designed orientation and peer-mentorship programming to accelerate integration and increase participation in campus activities.
- Built referral pathways between students and campus services to reduce administrative barriers.
Chaplaincy Assistant
University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, USA
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinated interfaith and spiritual-life events to ensure representation and equitable access for diverse faith communities.
- Produced outreach materials and logistics plans that raised event visibility and attendance; supported discreet student care and grief groups.
Greek Life Senator
Association of Students of the University of Puget Sound (ASUPS)
Tacoma, USA
04.2024 - Current
- Represent and advocate for over 1,800 undergraduates in legislative and policy discussions, ensuring that student interests are reflected in governance decisions.
- Oversee a $600K operational budget, and approve proposals, funding, and constitutional revisions to maintain transparency and accountability.
- Authorize new student organizations and direct a $300K fund for climate and social activism, expanding campus engagement, and advocacy impact.
Finance Committee Member
Association of Students of the University of Puget Sound (ASUPS)
Tacoma, USA
04.2024 - Current
- Assess and allocate funding for more than 100 student organizations through budget analysis and fiscal oversight.
- Provide financial guidance to clubs and initiatives while ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Develop sustainable funding strategies that balance organizational growth with financial stewardship.
Panhellenic President
Panhellenic and Interfraternity Council
Tacoma, USA
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Led all four Panhellenic chapters, modernized recruitment strategy, and launched inclusion-focused leadership programming.
- Partnered with administration on policy updates and philanthropy campaigns that expanded member engagement.
- Organized large-scale events, philanthropy efforts, and advocacy programs to enhance the Greek life experience.
Regional Director
The Borgen Project
Remote, USA
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Directed regional advocacy efforts to promote U.S. policies addressing global poverty.
- Built and mobilized a local network of advocates, organized fundraising drives, and strengthened partnerships.
- Act as the primary representative of The Borgen Project in the region, increasing awareness, and driving support for its mission.
IPE Associate
IPE Program
Tacoma, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Drove program outreach and recruitment, developing materials and campus partnerships that increased major visibility.
- Represented program at recruitment events, strengthening pipelines between departments and prospective students.
Political Affairs Intern
The Borgen Project
Remote, USA
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Advocated for key legislation by contacting congressional offices and coordinating outreach campaigns.
- Developed and managed an online fundraising campaign that raised $500+ for poverty-alleviation initiatives.
- Participated in lobbying, public speaking, and strategy development to support national advocacy efforts.
- Scheduled and attended meetings with congressional leaders and supervisors, adjusting to a flexible, remote environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Political Economy and Politics & Government, Emphasis in International Relations
University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, WA05.2026
Skills
- Project management
- Cross-cultural communication
- Event planning
- Public speaking
- Networking strategies
- Community outreach
- Social media marketing
- Campus liaison
- Recruitment strategies
- Advocacy initiatives
Leadership Experience
- Alpha Phi – Social Chair: Organized and executed six+ events per semester to foster inclusion and strengthen recruitment.
- Repertoire Dance Group – Member: Supported fundraising and performance events that enhanced campus engagement.
Projects
Governmental Responses to Corruption | University of Puget Sound | Aug – Dec 2023
- Researched comparative anti-corruption strategies between developed and developing nations using qualitative methods.
- Identified patterns in perceptions of government trust and effectiveness through thematic coding and analysis.
- Presented findings and policy implications in a research paper and academic presentation.
Sustainable Nonprofits: Advocacy & Community Impact | Mar 2024
- Analyzed advocacy models of The Borgen Project and TECHO to assess global poverty-alleviation strategies.
- Compared policy advocacy and grassroots initiatives to evaluate sustainability and long-term impact.
- Authored a paper recommending ways to integrate community action with legislative advocacy.
Accomplishments
President's Scholarship
Politics and Government Award
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Elementary
Timeline
Campus Ambassador - International Student Support
University of Puget Sound
09.2025 - Current
Chaplaincy Assistant
University of Puget Sound
06.2025 - Current
Regional Director
The Borgen Project
03.2025 - 06.2025
Panhellenic President
Panhellenic and Interfraternity Council
02.2025 - 02.2026
IPE Associate
IPE Program
09.2024 - Current
Political Affairs Intern
The Borgen Project
09.2024 - 11.2024
Greek Life Senator
Association of Students of the University of Puget Sound (ASUPS)
04.2024 - Current
Finance Committee Member
Association of Students of the University of Puget Sound (ASUPS)
04.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - International Political Economy and Politics & Government, Emphasis in International Relations
University of Puget Sound