Edward Pacheco Ruiz

Worked as a departmental assistant helping organize and support research focused on the educational experiences and challenges facing rural Latinx students in higher education.

On behalf of the Watauga County Democratic Party, served as a liaison with the Immigrant Justice Coalition by attending community events, building connections, and assisting with outreach and event support.

Worked as one of the lead organizers overseeing canvassing efforts and developing targeted turf plans for staff and volunteers using the Votebuilder platform.

Provided customer service by assisting customers throughout their shopping experience, answering questions, and operating the cash register.

Promoted student engagement and voter participation on application state campus by encouraging support for Democratic candidates up and down the ballot through outreach efforts, tabling events, and campus organizing activities.

As a fellow, collaborated with local campus teams to increase student engagement through outreach, organizing, and event coordination, while also helping support statewide events for Josh Stein.

Helped organize intramural sports activities and served in a leadership role by supervising employees and assisting with operations during assigned shifts.