Grace Ward
Graduate Student
Arlington,VA
Summary
I am presently enrolled in a dual Masters Degree program Marymount University. Upon completion in December 2026, I will receive master's degrees in Forensic and Legal Psychology and Clinical and Mental Health Counseling. My goals in beginning my practicum are to gain practical knowledge and further my skills in the mental health field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Research Assistant
Psychology and Law Lab
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Supported Dr. James Lampinen in researching eye-witness testimony and facial recognition
- Worked directly with participants in experiments
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications
Lifeguard
Windyke Country Club
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Achieved and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting all pool patrons with courtesy and resolving any issues promptly and with positive attitude.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify those who were in distress or close to it
- Occasionally, took on the responsibility of being head lifeguard and supervised on-duty lifeguards as well as running the front desk
Office Assistant Intern
Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity HQ
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Sorted files according to content, purpose, user criteria and alphabetical or numerical order.
- Organized documents and routed to correct recipients.
- Tasked with archiving confidential personnel paper records into electronic form, increasing accessibility and office organization.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University Of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR 08.2019 - 05.2023
Minor - Anthropology
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, AR 08.2019 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Forensic And Legal Psychology
Marymount University
Arlington, VA 08.2023 - Current
Master of Arts - Clinical And Mental Health Counseling
Marymount University
Arlington, VA12-2026
Skills
- Strong communicator
Effective problem-solver
Detail-oriented
Running experiments
Research and analysis
SPSS experience
Certification
CITI Research with Human Subjects Training
Research Experience
Vance, E.M., Pracht, J., Ward, G., Salter, I., Rachow, M., & Edelman, S. (February 2024). The effect of empathy on abortion attitudes. Poster submitted to the annual Society for Personality and Social Psychology (SPSP) conference, San Diego, CA
Timeline
Heartsaver First Aid CPRAED, American Heart Association
02-2025
Master of Arts - Forensic And Legal Psychology
Marymount University
08.2023 - Current
CITI Research with Human Subjects Training
02-2023
Research Assistant
Psychology and Law Lab
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University Of Arkansas, Fayetteville
08.2019 - 05.2023
Minor - Anthropology
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
08.2019 - 05.2023
Lifeguard
Windyke Country Club
05.2018 - 09.2019
Office Assistant Intern
Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity HQ
05.2017 - 09.2017
Master of Arts - Clinical And Mental Health Counseling
Marymount University
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