Joseph Merly
Milford,CT
Summary
I am looking for a position to showcase my research skills, knowledge in the fields of history and political science, and my fervent, detail-oriented commitment to any work I am tasked to complete. My main values in my work are constructive criticism, collaboration, and professionalism.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of the Board of Outreach and Communication
Student Government Association at SCSU
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Served on the Executive Board
- Organized and led an event “Bridging the Divide: The Power of Civil Dialogue”
- Ran Instagram
- Made social media posts and flyers on CANVA.com
- Attended weekly meetings
- Helped organize events
- Organized and led meetings with members of my board twice a month
Intern
Office of Sustainability
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Landscaping, planting, watering and other duties associated with the Community Garden at SCSU
- Conduct Projects hosted by the Office of Sustainability outside the garden, such as move-in donations and food drives
Copy Editor
Southern News
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Proofread and edited all Southern News content every Monday during a semester; checked for grammar, punctuation, formatting, etc.
- Conducted first edits of rough drafts of news stories over the weekend leading up to each Monday
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU)
New Haven, CT05-2025
Skills
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Presentations
- Public speaking
- Media relations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Vice President of the Board of Outreach and Communication
Student Government Association at SCSU
08.2024 - 04.2025
Intern
Office of Sustainability
04.2023 - 07.2024
Copy Editor
Southern News
09.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History
Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU)