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Elizabeth Murno

Harrison,US

Summary

Passionate philosophy and media studies student committed to developing skills in public relations and communications. Ready to use critical thinking skills learned from nearly a decade of debate experience and philosophy classwork. Hardworking individual who maintained a high GPA and extracurriculars while working full-time.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Philosophy Department Writing Tutor

Wellesley College
09.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced student writing skills by providing individualized feedback and guidance on essays and assignments.
  • Reviewed and edited student work to ensure clear, concise, and error-free content.
  • Gave presentations on reading, writing, and argument reconstruction skills for philosophy students.

Philosophy Department Student Assistant

Wellesley College
09.2023 - Current


  • Collaborate with administration on event planning and execution, resulting in successful campus events and activities.
  • Provide exceptional support during peak registration periods, ensuring students had access to required information and resources.
  • Perform clerical tasks such as photocopying and scanning documents efficiently.


Research Assistant in Ethics of Technology

Wellesley College
02.2025 - Current
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies relating to ethics in technological fields of work.
  • Contribute to publishing research articles in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing expertise in various topics.
  • Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.

Teacher of Speech and Debate

National Debate Symposium Camp
06.2022 - Current
  • Lead debate classes and lectures for beginner and intermediate students ages 11-17.
  • Teach philosophical concepts related to ethics, metaethics, metaphysics, epistemology, politics, law, etc.
  • Coach students from zero debate experience to being able to successfully debate full length, tournament-level debate rounds.
  • Create syllabi, including lectures, readings, and activities.
  • Devise ways of making lectures on complex topics fun and accessible for those who haven’t engaged with such content before.
  • Host office hours.

Debate Judge

Harrison High School
09.2022 - Current
  • Assist debate team head coach with research, writing speeches, and preparing students for their rounds at tournaments.
  • Developed comprehensive judging criteria to ensure fair assessments of debate performances.
  • Encourage critical thinking among participants by introducing thought-provoking questions after debates.

Server

Alta Strada Restaurant
09.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrate strong ability to multitask by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Support colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhance overall productivity levels.
  • Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Media Studies Double Major

Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA
05.2026

International Baccalaureate Diploma -

Harrison High School
Harrison, NY
06.2022

Skills

  • Analytical & Critical Thinking
  • Researching Topics & Speech Preparation
  • Conceptual Understanding
  • Logical reasoning
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Technical Writing

Extracurricular Activities

The Wellesley News, 09/2022 - Current

Write articles for the Wellesley College Newspaper regarding important updates and controversies in popular culture.


Harrison High School Debate Team, Lincoln-Douglas, 9th grade - 12th grade 

  • Team Captain, wherein I assisted the head coach in instructing novices and middle school students the fundamental skills necessary to debate.
  • Team ranked 5th in New York State by the National Speech & Debate Association and in the top 75 in the country by the National Speech & Debate Association
  • National Speech & Debate Association Academic All-American Award Recipient
  • National Speech & Debate Association Honor Society Superior Distinction


Harrison High School, Student Advisory Board, 10th – 12th Grade

  • The Student Advisory Board consists of 9 to 12 members who are elected by the school's Vice-Principal and past Student Advisory Board President, and is charged with overseeing all student governments, as well as acting as the bridge between the school's administration and student body.
  • Invited to and participated in meetings with the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, and Principal about issues such as Covid, school budget, diversity, and grants.

Timeline

Research Assistant in Ethics of Technology

Wellesley College
02.2025 - Current

Philosophy Department Writing Tutor

Wellesley College
09.2024 - Current

Philosophy Department Student Assistant

Wellesley College
09.2023 - Current

Debate Judge

Harrison High School
09.2022 - Current

Server

Alta Strada Restaurant
09.2022 - Current

Teacher of Speech and Debate

National Debate Symposium Camp
06.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Media Studies Double Major

Wellesley College

International Baccalaureate Diploma -

Harrison High School
Elizabeth Murno