Jerry Palmer
Oxford
Summary
Dynamic professional with strong interpersonal and communication skills, honed as a Crisis Health Counselor at Crisis Text Line. Proven ability in event planning and project management, successfully coordinating academic events and enhancing team performance. Committed to advocacy and support, fostering connections to empower students and communities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Worker
Sally Barksdale Honors College
Oxford
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted faculty with organizing academic events and workshops.
- Managed office supplies and maintained inventory for efficient operations.
- Provided administrative support, including data entry and document management.
- Followed instructions from management to complete tasks according to exact specifications.
- Greeted visitors at the front desk, answered questions, and provided directions or assistance when needed.
- Answered office phone to direct inquiries to appropriate individuals.
- Provided support to faculty with administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, and mail distribution.
- Coordinated with other staff members for successful implementation of special projects undertaken by the university.
- Directed or led visitors to classrooms and buildings.
Keeper of Records
λπ Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc
Oxford
09.2025 - Current
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Coordinated schedules and arranged meetings for executives and staff members.
- Prepared and distributed internal communications and organization memos efficiently.
- Took meeting minutes, documenting vital information for team reference.
Research Assistant
Ishtar Lab
Oxford
08.2025 - Current
- Provides assistance with all projects within the psychological lab.
Crisis Health Counselor
Crisis Text Line
Remote
11.2024 - Current
- Provides emotional support and crisis intervention to individuals in need via text-based communication.
Participant
RebelTHON Morale Captain
Oxford
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Contributes to fundraising efforts for children's hospitals through the Children's Miracle Network.
- Actively engage in awareness campaigns and service initiatives to support pediatric healthcare.
Part Time Clerk
QuikTrip
Byram
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Provide exceptional customer service, and maintain a clean, organized store environment.
- Assist with cashiering, inventory management, and daily operational tasks.
Mentor
Mississippi Outreach to Scholastic Talent (MOST)
Oxford
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Mentors' prospective students through the MOST Program, providing guidance on academics, campus life, and resources to support their transition to college.
- Assists with student recruitment by hosting campus events, sharing personal experiences, and fostering connections between students and university organizations.
Participant
RebelTHON Ignite
Oxford
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Contributes to fundraising efforts for children's hospitals through the Children's Miracle Network.
- Actively engage in awareness campaigns and service initiatives to support pediatric healthcare.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Law Studies
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS05-2028
Associate Degree - Elementary Education
Tougaloo College
Jackson, MS05.2024
High School Diploma -
Forest Hill High School
Jackson, MS05.2024
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Leadership and team collaboration
- Crisis intervention and active listening
- Event planning and community engagement
- Customer service and inventory management
- Interviewing and questionnaire development
- Conflict resolution and empathy in high-pressure situations
- Project management
- Attention to detail in maintaining organizational efficiency
- Advocacy for students in academic and community spaces
- Event coordination
- Spreadsheet development
Accomplishments
- Chancellor's Honor Roll - University of Mississippi, Fall & Spring 2024-25
- Bill and Melinda Gates Scholarship Recipient
- University of Mississippi Alumni Scholarship Recipient
- University of Mississippi's Sally Barksdale Honors College Scholar
- Salutatorian - Forest Hill High School, Class of 2024
- Magna Cum Laude Graduate - Tougaloo College
Extracurricular Activities
Member Pre-Law Club, Member Black Student Union, Member Chi Alpha Christian Ministry, Worship Team Member Gospel Choir, Member RebelTHON Ignite, and RebelTHON Morale.
Organizational Leadership Roles
- President, UM Faith's Planters (2025 - Present)
- Black Student Union Retention & Recruitment Committee, Committee Member
- UMABJ Director of Public Relations
- Keeper of Records, Lambda Pi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
- Civic Chairman, Lambda Pi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Timeline
Student Worker
Sally Barksdale Honors College
09.2025 - Current
Keeper of Records
λπ Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc
09.2025 - Current
Participant
RebelTHON Morale Captain
09.2025 - 05.2026
Research Assistant
Ishtar Lab
08.2025 - Current
Crisis Health Counselor
Crisis Text Line
11.2024 - Current
Mentor
Mississippi Outreach to Scholastic Talent (MOST)
11.2024 - 07.2025
Participant
RebelTHON Ignite
09.2024 - 05.2025
Part Time Clerk
QuikTrip
05.2023 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Law Studies
University of Mississippi
Associate Degree - Elementary Education
Tougaloo College
High School Diploma -
Forest Hill High School