LAUREN PHILANDO

I am a dedicated and focused student with excellent organizational skills seeking opportunities to continue my development and gain experience.

• L'anse Creuse & Liceo Pellecchia Student Exchange, 04/01/24, 04/30/24, Hosted Italian student from Cassino, Italy., Increased cultural awareness and appreciation., Improved language skills and confidence.
• Close Up High School Program, Washington, DC, 02/01/24, 02/29/24, Mock Congress Debates., American Political Values Workshop., Members of Congress Session., Historical Sites Tours., White House Study Visit., Citizen Action Seminar.
• Becoming Everything You Are (BEYA), Baltimore, MD, Pre-College Conference, 02/01/24, 02/29/24, Career workshops/panels with Raytheon, Boeing, Ford, and GM., Morgan State University College Tour., Financial Workshop., College and Career Fair.

• National Honor Society, Member, 09/01/23, 05/28/25, Uphold the four pillars of the organization: Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character., Collect donations for local food banks and shelters., Provide tutoring services to fellow students., Promote kindness and respect within the school community.
• North Oakland/Macomb Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Health Committee Chair, 09/01/22, 05/01/23, Presented avenues for the teen group to promote healthy habits from childhood to adulthood., Facilitated activities to educate teens on health challenges and opportunities to give back to the community. Corresponding Secretary/Executive Board, 05/01/23, 05/01/24, Worked closely with the teen President and other officers to ensure effective communication within the group and with external parties., Kept accurate and up-to-date records of contact information for members., Served on the Executive Board. Social Committee Chair, 05/01/23, 05/01/24, Planned, organized, and executed social events for the teen group., Guided and motivated committee members, delegated tasks, and ensured everyone's active participation.
• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Macomb Alumnae Chapter, Delta G.E.M.S., Sergeant-At-Arms, 09/01/21, 06/01/22, Assisted Chapter President in keeping order and decorum during meetings., Enforced the organization's guidelines and ensured all members adhered to the established code of conduct., Responsible for promoting order, respect, and overall safety of the group. Personal Development Committee Chair, 09/01/22, 06/01/23, Shared information on programs focusing on healthy lifestyle habits and self-awareness., Responsible for organizing workshops, inviting speakers, and leading discussions related to self-improvement. Social Committee Chair, 09/01/23, 06/01/24, Brainstormed, proposed, and coordinated social activities and outings that appealed to the GEMS participants and aligned with the program's goals., Developed activities that promoted teamwork, cooperation, and positive relationships.