Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Sociological Focus
Interests
Timeline
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Daniel A. Santiago Jr

Daniel A. Santiago Jr

Utica

Summary

I am a determined, hardworking, passionate, and contagious individual who has and will continue to overcome challenges and embrace my journey. From relentlessly chasing my dreams during the COVID-19 lockdown, to my transition and development at Holy Cross, I work tirelessly to improve my performance and commitment to growth. I am committed to turning every challenge into an opportunity, every goal into an achievement, and every step into a testament to my resilience and purpose.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

City Cleats Corp.
10.2024 - Current

• Took full ownership of fundraising efforts for assigned high schools, developing budgets, setting fundraising goals, and managing outreach efforts.

• Contacted and emailed local businesses to explain the mission of providing equipment and uniforms to low-income athletic programs, successfully securing financial support.

• Collaborated directly with high school coaches to identify team needs, gather uniform sizes, and ensure smooth ordering and delivery processes.

• Oversaw all aspects of the program for assigned schools, including fundraising, budget creation, and logistics coordination, while building long-term relationships with community stakeholders.


Volunteer

Working 4 Worcester
07.2022 - Current

• Participated in hands-on community improvement efforts by cleaning and rebuilding several playgrounds across Worcester.

• Collaborated with a diverse group of volunteers to safely and efficiently restore public play areas.

• Followed project plans, utilizing construction tools and materials to repair and enhance playground structures.

• Ensured playgrounds were cleaned, safe, and accessible for local children and families.


Student Athlete

Holy Cross Football
06.2022 - Current

• Committed to representing the College of the Holy Cross as a dedicated varsity football player, balancing the demands of competitive athletics with academic and personal life.

• Navigated the challenges of collegiate athletics by developing effective time management strategies, ensuring a balance between football, rigorous academic coursework, strength training, and involvement in extracurricular activities.

• Demonstrated resilience in overcoming setbacks and adapting to evolving schedules, fostering personal accountability and teamwork.

Research Assistant

Divine Brothers
05.2023 - 07.2023

• Conducted and performed research to determine the most efficient use of materials.

• Utilized measurements, mathematics, and logical reasoning to solve problems and enhance material efficiency.

• Coordinated projects effectively to ensure accurate implementation of findings.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

The College of The Holy Cross
Worcester, MA
05-2026

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Urgency
  • Competitive
  • Fast learner
  • Problem-solving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Time management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Leadership
  • Organization
  • Project Managment
  • Attention to detail

Sociological Focus

My passion for sociology centers on understanding and addressing systemic inequalities and social hierarchies. I am particularly focused on exploring:

Social Class and Power: Investigating how wealth, privilege, and power shape societal structures and individual opportunities.

Systemic Inequality: Analyzing disparities in education, housing, and access to resources through a critical lens.

The Racial Contract: Examining the ways race and structural racism influence social systems and perpetuate inequality.

Social Constructions of Identity: Studying how constructs like race, class, and gender intersect to shape lived experiences.

Through this lens, I aim to contribute to research and initiatives that promote equity and challenge oppressive systems.

Interests

  • Sports
  • Reading/Writing
  • Music
  • Art
  • Travel
  • Community Impact

Timeline

Intern

City Cleats Corp.
10.2024 - Current

Research Assistant

Divine Brothers
05.2023 - 07.2023

Volunteer

Working 4 Worcester
07.2022 - Current

Student Athlete

Holy Cross Football
06.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

The College of The Holy Cross
Daniel A. Santiago Jr