Ellie J. Drescher
Vail,Colorado
Summary
I am completing my sophomore year at Dickinson College, pursuing a double major in Political Science and Law & Policy. I hope to pursue a career in law, advocacy, or international affairs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor and Canoe Trip Leader
Ogichi Daa Kwe
International Falls, Minnesota, United States
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Served as a cabin counselor, canoe building instructor and trip co-leader for the first summer session.
- Supervised group activities, ensuring safety and engagement among campers.
- Prior to becoming a staff member, participated in the Leadership Development and Advanced Canoeing (LDAC) during the summer of 2023. LDACs learn technical skills (including whitewater canoeing) and interpersonal skills required to lead wilderness trips. Traveled 360 kms over 16 days in Ontario and Manitoba.
- Served as Counselor In Training (CIT) during the summer of 2024, immersed in a hybrid camper-staff role. Provided support to campers in cabins and completed the Methye Portage trip in North Saskatchewan, Canada, that connects Lac La Loche (part of the Churchill River watershed) to the Clearwater River.
Retail Sales Associate
Aviator Nation
Vail, Colorado, United States
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Part-time
- Assisted customers in selecting merchandise, providing tailored recommendations.
- Maintained organized sales floor, ensuring product displays were visually appealing and stocked.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Political Science And Government
Dickinson College
Carlisle, PA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Vail Mountain School
Vail, CO05-2024
Skills
- Leadership Development
- Lifeguarding
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team leadership
- CPR
- Relationship building
- First aid
- Program and activity planning
- Outdoor skills
- Interpersonal and written communication
Timeline
Camp Counselor and Canoe Trip Leader
Ogichi Daa Kwe
06.2025 - 08.2025
Retail Sales Associate
Aviator Nation
12.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor's Degree - Political Science And Government
Dickinson College
High School Diploma -
Vail Mountain School
Awards & Honors
The Keep Smiling Award in Memory of Christine Pappalardo Greif
Dickinson College Cross Country Team · Dec 2025
Christine Pappalardo Greif was a four-year member of the Dickinson College Cross-Country team from 1987-1991. While training for a triathlon in 1997 she was hit by a drunk driver and left severely disabled. She would never run again; or even walk and talk. However, with a lot of support from her husband Bob and her family, Christine bravely continued to live and found ways to enjoy her life.
I Can Build a Boat, Canoe? - Senior Project Honors Designation
Vail Mountain School · May 2024
Senior Projects allow students to explore topics, research questions, understand processes, and experience the non-linear nature of product development during the second semester of their senior year. This project explored the history and significance of canoes in four Indigenous communities, highlighting how constructing and using canoes builds community and reflects the needs and values of people around the world who use them.
The Sally Johnston Award
Vail Mountain School · May 2024
The Sally Johnston Award was created in recognition of Sally Johnston, former trustee, who worked tirelessly on behalf of Vail Mountain School. This award in her name is the highest honor bestowed upon a graduating senior and reflects a graduate's passion for and commitment to the school's core mission. The recipient is selected by a faculty vote in collaboration with the Head of School.
Service to the School Community Award
Vail Mountain School · May 2023
This award is given to a student who demonstrates leadership in service to the Vail Mountain School community and beyond with sincerity and integrity, exhibits a passion to help others, builds community, demonstrates deliberate action toward a common purpose that has mutual benefits and goes above and beyond on behalf of others.
Peer Award
Vail Youth Ballet Company · Jan 2023
Presented to a member of the dance company in recognition of a dancer's sense of responsibility, honesty, humility, dependability, compassion, kindness, and cooperative spirit.