GENEVIEVE CHRISTINA MARIE BENTON
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Offering solid foundation in critical thinking and analytical skills, eager to learn and develop in research-focused environment. Contributes ability to quickly grasp new concepts and methodologies, along with strong data analysis and interpretation skills. Ready to use and develop analytical thinking and research methodologies in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Researcher
UNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON
08.2025 - Current
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- Reviewed relevant literature to synthesize key findings, identify research gaps, and authored a comprehensive research proposal.
Member
STUDENT CONDUCT REVIEW BOARD
08.2025 - Current
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- Reviewed student conduct cases and determined appropriate follow-up actions while collaborating democratically to ensure judicial fairness.
Student Assistant
SIMPSON LIBRARY
08.2024 - Current
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- Assisted library patrons with locating materials, providing technical support, and fostering a positive, welcoming environment.
- Organized, scanned, and reshelved library materials to ensure efficient access and accurate record-keeping.
- Provided technical support for printers, scanners, and other library equipment.
- Supported data entry projects to enhance library records and organizational accuracy.
- Managed and maintained Audio/Visual (AV) kits.
- Maintained a clean, organized workspace and conducted regular rounds to ensure library functionality.
Communications Lead
UMW FINANCE COMMITTEE
06.2023 - Current
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- Reviewed and discussed student funding proposals to ensure compliance with university bylaws and efficient use of UMW funds through a democratic decision-making process.
- Managed the university events budget to support student-led events throughout the academic year.
- Led communications with club presidents to approve funding requests and coordinate next steps.
Invasive Plant Management Intern
DOWNTOWN GREENS
01.2025 - 05.2025
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- Created virtual maps of Downtown Greens properties using Google Earth.
- Recorded, analyzed, and supported the removal of invasive species.
Education
High School Diploma -
CARTER G. WOODSON HIGH SCHOOL
Fairfax, VA01.2023
Skills
- Community outreach
- First aid and CPR
- Collaboration
- Professional communication
- Data analysis
- Research design
- Leadership and organization skills
- ArcGIS proficiency
- G suite application
- Project Management
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Environmental stewardship
- Laboratory safety practices
- Fieldwork techniques
Accomplishments
- You can either add the individual accomplishments in each of the position below or move them all up here. It's your preference.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
Certification
- CPR, AED, AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION
- Certifies completion of the Adult, Child, Infant CPR & AED Emergency Care & Safety Institute course with instructor Claire Kurtenbach (instructor ID: S620O19ARMKH) on June 08, 2024. Expires June 08, 2026.
- NATIONAL SOCIETY OF COLLEGIATE SCHOLARS CERTIFICATE
- Certifies meeting the rigorous eligibility requirements of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars in initial college years. Achieved February 14, 2024.
- ROTARACT CERTIFICATE
- Certifies membership of Rotary International. Awarded October 30th, 2024.
- BASIC FOOD SAFETY: PREPARED FOOD PROGRAMS
- Certifies completion of the Basic Food Safety Quiz: Prepared Food Programs of the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank. Authorizes volunteering with the Gwen Hale Resource Center and the handling of foodstuffs. Completed September 26th, 2023.
Timeline
Independent Researcher
UNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON
08.2025 - Current
Member
STUDENT CONDUCT REVIEW BOARD
08.2025 - Current
Invasive Plant Management Intern
DOWNTOWN GREENS
01.2025 - 05.2025
Student Assistant
SIMPSON LIBRARY
08.2024 - Current
Communications Lead
UMW FINANCE COMMITTEE
06.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
CARTER G. WOODSON HIGH SCHOOL
EXPERIENCE
COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND RESOURCES, Council Leader, Fredericksburg, VA, 2022-08, 2025-05, Revived the COAR Downtown Greens volunteering program, Leading the initiative both with a Co-Lead and single-handedly, Training new COAR Council Leaders, Creating volunteer opportunities through providing transportation and planning events, Performing community outreach using MyUMW, Outlook, SignUpGenius, Canva, and GroupMe, Leading community service projects in the garden, Mulching 250+ food forest trees, Collecting industrial sized trash bags' worth of plastics and other waste to preserve the soil profile, Ensuring garden accessibility by defining walkways and garden bed borders
Awards
- Talon Award
- A graduate of the Impact Program, which is a nonprofit how-to guide [a lot of my field is nonprofit work] (this bullet needs rewording)
- Member of Chi Beta Phi as well as the National Collegiate Honor Society
- Member of the Peace Corps Prep Program
- Co-Coordinator of Resources Inspiring Student Excellence (RISE)