Kayla Manning
Columbia,SC
Summary
Dedicated and driven psychology major with a strong background in mentoring, community service, and leadership roles. Goal is to leverage knowledge in psychology and athletic coaching to pursue graduate studies and make a meaningful contribution to the field. Compassionate, informed, and eager to apply skills and expertise to positively impact individuals lives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
University of South Carolina
08.2024 - Current
- Transcribe interviews from mentors and mentees involved in the Adolescent Mentoring Program.
- Summarize key insights from interviews to support research on mitigating the school-to-prison pipeline.
- Collaborate with the research team to understand mentoring impacts on youth engagement and development.
Sales Specialist
REI
10.2023 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service by engaging with customers to understand their outdoor gear and equipment needs
- Utilized product knowledge to recommend appropriate gear for customers' outdoor activities and preferences, contributing to a positive shopping experience
- Actively participates in ongoing product training sessions enabling me to assist customers better and drive sales
- Collaborated effectively with team members to achieve sales targets and contribute to the store's overall success, fostering a supportive and cohesive work environment
Volunteer
Harvest Hope
11.2022 - Current
- Assist people in putting groceries in their cars from the emergency food pantry
- Assess and pack food to be given to clients
- Completed 75+ hours
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Cheerleader
University of South Carolina
08.2021 - Current
- Awarded scholarship for academic success and leadership
- Strengthened community presence by representing the team at various local events like parades, festivals, and charity functions.
- Streamlined communication within the squad through implementing group messaging systems ensuring information was efficiently disseminated among members.
- Upheld high academic standards for student athletes by prioritizing time management skills between schoolwork commitments alongside rigorous practice schedules.
Resident Mentor
University of South Carolina
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Utilized organizational and public speaking skills to create and present hall programs to educate residents about critical issues
- Serves as a mentor and advisor for 30 students, while enforcing Campus Living policies
- Budget and allocate money used for residence hall and floor events
- Counseled and advised first-year students on academic and personal questions and concerns
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor Athletic Coaching
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC12.2024
High School Diploma -
East Forsyth
06.2022
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Data Entry
- Analytical Thinking
- Data Analysis
- Research and analysis
- Attention to Detail
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Statistical Analysis
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Self-Directed and Motivated
Extracurricular Activities
Gamecock Pantry - Marketing Committee, Member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), Association of African American Students (AAAS) - Treasurer, member of the Multicultural Outreach Student Team (MOST)
Awards/Community Involvement
- National Honor Society Member
- Awarded departmental scholarship
- Volunteer at Gamecock Pantry
- Volunteer at Harvest Hope
Certification
- CPR/AED American Red Cross 2024 May
Timeline
Research Assistant
University of South Carolina
08.2024 - Current
Sales Specialist
REI
10.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Harvest Hope
11.2022 - Current
Resident Mentor
University of South Carolina
08.2022 - 05.2023
Cheerleader
University of South Carolina
08.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
East Forsyth
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor Athletic Coaching
University of South Carolina
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