Dawan D. Davis, Jr.
Portage,USA
Summary
Dedicated student with a strong commitment to community service through ministries and volunteer initiatives. Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Law and Society/Theatre, complemented by a minor in Forensic Science Investigation. Demonstrates exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, aiming to leverage educational experience into impactful advocacy and creative contributions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Aqautic Meet Manager
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
11.2024 - Current
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by monitoring the pool deck area before and after races.
- Ensured proper maintenance of pool equipment and facilities.
- Coordinated special events such as swim meets or competitions.
- Monitored daily operations to ensure safety protocols were followed.
Fraternity and Sorority Cooperative Life
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted with filing documents and maintaining records.
- Answered phone calls and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Greeted visitors and customers in a friendly, professional manner.
- Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents.
Lifeguard
Deep River Waterpark
Merrillville, IN
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Supervise patrons within assigned areas, rotate attractions hourly, spot hazards to prevent accidents, control unruly behavior, and perform water rescues.
- Enforce safe operation of rides and attractions, implement rules, and promote a safe experience for all visitors.
- Certified Lifeguard, CPR, and AED by American Red Cross.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Law and Society/Theatre, Forensic Science
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.2027
Core 40 -
Portage High School
Portage, IN06.2023
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Team leadership
- Emergency response
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
Community Service
- Wonder Working Word Church, 2011-Present, Worship Team Lead Singer: 2013-Present, Hospitality Ministry, Outreach Ministry
- Chili with Santa, Portage Indiana, 2021-2023
- Chaired Teachers Appreciation, 2021-2023
- Mermaid Straw Beach Cleanup, Ogden Dunes, Chesterton, Indiana, Seasonal months 2019-2023
- Children's Museum, 2019-2020
Awards
- Tri-Alpha Honor Society, 11/07/2024
- The Black Caucus of Faculty and Staff Award, 04/13/2023
- Posse Foundation Scholarship, 12/09/2022, Awarded Posse scholarship based on display of great leadership. The scholarship includes full-tuition coverage for 4-years at Purdue University, Lafayette, IN.
- National Honor Society, 10/11/2021, 10/13/2022
- Academic Letter Award, 05/16/2022, 05/16/2023
- Lettered in Show Choir and Choir, 04/2023
- Lettered in PHS Steppaz Step Team and MVP of the Year, 03/15/2023
- Scholar Athlete Award, Cross Country, 11/10/2021, 11/10/2023
- Scholar Athlete Award, PHS Steppaz Step Team, 03/15/2023
- Outstanding Young Men: Best Interview, 01/29/2023
- ISSMA Competitions: Earned multiple Gold Medals in Choir Solo (2019, 2022, 2023) and Ensemble categories, including a Gold with Distinction Medal for State Solo (2023), and a State Ensemble Gold Medal (2023) Recognized as Best Soloist in the ISSMA Jazz Contest (2023).
Committees Served & Activities
- Tri-Alpha Honor Society, 1 year, 2024, Present
- Purdue Heart & Soul Choir, 1 year, 2024, Present
- Acacia Fraternity, 1 year, 2024, Present
- Purdue Black Student Union (BSU), 2 year, 2023, Present
- National Honor Society, 2 years, 2021, 2023
- Student Council Member, 3 years, 2020, 2023
- Advanced Show Choir - Vocal Jazz, 4 years, 2019, 2023
- International Thespian Society, 4 years, 2019, 2023
- PHS Swim & Diving Team Athlete, 1 year, 2022, 2023
- PHS Cross Country Team, 2 years, 2021, 2023
- PHS Steppaz (Step Team), 1 year, 2022, 2023
- Office T.A., 1 year, 2022, 2023
Leadership Experience
- National Honor Society Member, President, 2021, 06/2023
- Student Council Member, 2021, 06/2023
- Advance Show Choir Vocal Jazz, Leadership Team & Dance Captain, 2021, 06/2023
- Principal Advisory Committee Board Member, 2021, 06/2023
- PHS Steppaz Step Team, Captain, Choreographer, & Founder, 05/2022, 06/2023
- Advanced Mixed Choir Chorale, Leadership Team, 2021, 06/2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Aqautic Meet Manager
Purdue University
11.2024 - Current
Fraternity and Sorority Cooperative Life
Purdue University
11.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
Deep River Waterpark
05.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor's Degree - Law and Society/Theatre, Forensic Science
Purdue University
Core 40 -
Portage High School
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