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Griffin Schwindt

Cave Springs,AR

Summary

Driven student with extensive experience in legislative research, student advocacy, team leadership, and effective communication/outreach. Passionate about government, public service, and connecting policymakers with constituents' needs.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of External Relations

Associated Student Government
Fayetteville, AR
04.2025 - Current
  • Direct the Razorback Action Group.
  • Coordinate with the Associated Student Government executive team to establish long-term plans for student advocacy.

Student Senator

Associated Student Government
Fayetteville, AR
08.2024 - Current
  • Connected with student constituents to gauge their needs.
  • Wrote and successfully passed legislation allocating funds to support initiatives benefiting students
  • Worked to increase Student Government's local Advocacy on Behalf of Students

Student Lobbyist

Razorback Action Group
Fayetteville, AR
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Analyzed potential legislation for its impact on students.
  • Collaborated with representatives of student government and university administration to establish effective policy goals
  • Advocated for the introduction and passage of legislation impacting the student body to state and federal legislators.

Debate Team Captain

Bentonville High School Speech and Debate
Bentonville , AR
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Organized practice sessions and team-building activities to develop skills and increase team cohesion.
  • Established 1-1 Practice Sessions with team-members to help them achieve their skill development goals.
  • Qualified for and led the team at the NSDA national tournament.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bentonville High School
Bentonville, AR
05-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Philosophy

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Policy Research
  • Public speaking
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Student advocacy

Timeline

Director of External Relations

Associated Student Government
04.2025 - Current

Student Lobbyist

Razorback Action Group
09.2024 - 04.2025

Student Senator

Associated Student Government
08.2024 - Current

Debate Team Captain

Bentonville High School Speech and Debate
08.2023 - 05.2024

High School Diploma -

Bentonville High School

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Philosophy

University of Arkansas