KEARRA BURRIS
Community-focused student with experience in customer service and advocacy. Demonstrates strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills honed through restaurant service and community outreach initiatives. Adaptable and committed to supporting others, ready to leverage these strengths in a dynamic role.
Work History
Server
1 YearAssisted guests in a busy restaurant by managing multiple tables and providing quality customer service. Gained communication, multitasking, and teamwork skills while aiding daily operations and promoting a pleasant dining experience.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery.
Assisted in training new servers on menu items and service standards.
Provided exceptional customer service to enhance dining experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies
Education
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts | Expected June 2028
Scholarships
- Berkeley Scholarship-Scholarship Recipient
- Hondius, Katherine Sch Award-Scholarship Recipient
- MCS Award- Scholarship Recipient
- New Student Award-scholarship Recipient
Awards
- Dean's List, Louisiana State University- 2024 fall semester
- Deans List, Louisiana State University- 2025 spring semester
- Dean's List, Chaffer College- 2025 fall semester
- Dean's List, Chaffey College- 2026 spring semester
Extracurricular Activities/Clubs
- LSU Innocence Project & Association — Former Member Supported pre-law initiatives by volunteering at women’s and children’s shelters, animal shelters, and homeless shelters; contributed to community outreach and justice‑focused service projects.
- Black Student Union (LSU) — Former Member Participated in cultural programming, student advocacy, and community-building events focused on uplifting and giving back to the Black community.
- Injustice Reform Organization (LSU) — Former Member Advocated against systemic injustices through policy discussions, community education, and legal outreach; collaborated with lawyers and judges to address inequities within the criminal justice system.
- Family & Youth Service Center (East Baton Rouge) — Former Volunteer Worked directly with Executive Director Roxson Welch to organize, plan, and set up programs that provide comprehensive support and enhance the well-being of families and children in East Baton Rouge.
Work Experience
- Server — Junes Restaurant, Eastvale, CA (Aug 2025 – Aug 2026) Served guests in a fast-paced restaurant, managing multiple tables and delivering high-quality customer service. Developed strong communication, multitasking, and teamwork skills while supporting daily operations and ensuring a positive dining experience.