Destiny Morrison
Graduate Research Assistant
Villa Rica,GA
Summary
Dynamic and self-motivated professional with a strong work ethic, experienced as a Graduate Research Assistant at Kennesaw State University. Proven analytical thinker skilled in academic research and literature reviews, contributing to impactful projects. Demonstrated leadership and teamwork abilities while enhancing operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Kennesaw State University
08.2024 - Current
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Reviewed and synthesized relevant research articles to inform the development of research questions and hypotheses.
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Completed administrative and research duties per professor request.
- Assisted with the illustration of a encyclopedia entry for Sage Publications
Student Assistant
University of West Georgia
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Provided excellent customer service to staff at the front desk, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining files, records, and resources.
Food Service Worker
University of West Georgia
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Drive Thru Leader/Team Member
Chick-fil-A
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Provided ongoing coaching to team members, fostering growth opportunities while addressing areas needing improvement.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently managing drive-thru operations and timely order delivery.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Managed cash handling procedures within the drive-thru operation, maintaining accuracy in transactions and daily reconciliations.
Education
Criminal Justice
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05-2026
Criminology
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA05-2024
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Academic presentations
- Self-directed and motivated
- Literature reviews
- Academic research
- Presentation skills
- Strong work ethic
- Data organization
- Leadership qualities
- Administrative tasks
- Faculty support
Accomplishments
- Delivered poster presentation on The Relationship Between Marriage and Serial Killers' Careers at Southern Criminal Justice Conference in 2023
- Delivered poster presentation on The Relationship Between Marriage and Serial Killers' Careers at The Georgia State Capitol in 2024
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Kennesaw State University
08.2024 - Current
Student Assistant
University of West Georgia
02.2022 - 05.2024
Food Service Worker
University of West Georgia
08.2021 - 12.2021
Drive Thru Leader/Team Member
Chick-fil-A
05.2019 - 07.2021
Criminal Justice
Kennesaw State University
Criminology
University of West Georgia
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