Halle Bereket
Tucker,GA
Summary
Hardworking and eager with strong ability in project planning and multitasking, as well as critical thinking in various situations. Willingness to learn and collaborate with others. Committed to fostering positive change, and prepared to embrace the challenges and opportunities that come along the way, bringing unwavering dedication and a genuine desire to make a meaningful impact.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Emory Votes Initiative
08.2023 - Current
- Work with organizations inside and outside of Emory, such as Black Voters Matter and Fair Fights
- Educate students about voting and assist them in registering to vote
- Create bridges between organizations and lead events such as visiting the Georgia State Capitol during Black History Month
- Work in outreach with organizations about potential partnerships on events taking place.
Singer
Voices Of Inner Strength
08.2023 - Current
- Perform at many Emory events such as worship nights, Soul Food Gospel Fest, Taste of Africa, and more.
Sophomore Advisor
Residence Life
08.2023 - Current
- Sophomore Advisor over the Black Women’s Initiative floor located in Eagle Hall.
- Responsible for hosting events for the entire Eagle Hall community.
- Host events for the Black women of the BWI floor to help them feel included in the Emory community, and create a space where they feel valued and validated.
- Partner with the Center for Women, The Kitchen Table, and the Black Male Initiative in hosting events for the BWI floor.
Democracy Fellow
Campus Votes Project
01.2023 - Current
- One of two representatives for Emory University in Campus Vote Project.
- Host nonpartisan events on campus, sometimes in partnership with Emory Votes Initiative.
- Work towards increasing civic engagement in students, and help students learn how to be more educated voters.
- Instruct students on how to register to vote, request absentee ballots, etc.
Assistant Music Director
AHANA
08.2022 - Current
- Tasked with directing singers in singing in rehearsal and performance, and determining dynamics, harmonies, etc
- Responsible for arranging/composing music for the group to learn and sing at performances
- Perform at various Emory events such as Culture Shock, First Fridays, Taste of Africa, Baccalaureate, Class Day Crossover, the NAACP Awards, and more.
Social Media Coordinator
Eritrean Ethiopian Student Association
08.2022 - Current
- Oversee the EESA Instagram page and TikTok, and connect with other organizations around the Emory campus
- Responsible for photography and videography at all of our events, and utilizing editing software to compile them into posts on our social media
- Responsible for making posters and flyers to promote events
Volunteer
Eritrean Community Center
07.2022 - Current
- As many community center events as a volunteer doing things such as ushering, running a sign-in table, greeting guests, decorating for events, speaking at events and making announcements.
- Run a college application workshop for all high school students looking to apply to college.
- Assist students by hosting workshops regularly about what to look for in a college, the importance of grades, SAT/ACT prep, extracurricular activities, AP/IB/Dual Enrollment, etc.
- Host one-on-one office hours meeting with students that need someone to look over personal statements, applications, or need advice on anything college-related.
Shift Leader
Chick-fil-A
05.2021 - Current
- Complete various tasks such as working at the drive thru window, bagging, front counter order-taking, and drinks/desserts
- Engage with guests and coworkers, and serve the community in any way in order to provide a pleasant and memorable experience for others.
Education
Emory University
Atlanta, GA05.2026
Tucker High School
Tucker, GA05.2022
Skills
- Networking
- Cultural Competence
- Project planning
- Leadership
- Problem Resolution
- Critical thinking
- Organization
- Initiative
Timeline
Intern
Emory Votes Initiative
08.2023 - Current
Singer
Voices Of Inner Strength
08.2023 - Current
Sophomore Advisor
Residence Life
08.2023 - Current
Democracy Fellow
Campus Votes Project
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Music Director
AHANA
08.2022 - Current
Social Media Coordinator
Eritrean Ethiopian Student Association
08.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Eritrean Community Center
07.2022 - Current
Shift Leader
Chick-fil-A
05.2021 - Current
Emory University
Tucker High School
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