Mackenzie Morrison

Adventurous undergraduate student eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Inspires collaboration in team environments through communication and enthusiasm. Along with being forward-thinking and innovative, encourages a positive work culture in any setting. In search of job experience, while on break from school, with the aim to apply this skill set and make any work environment run effectively and efficiently.

Cultural Chair, 08/2020 to 05/2021

Smith College African And Caribbean Association – Northampton, Massachusetts

• Planned and coordinated weekly meetings, conferences and workshops to help boost team morale, recruit new members, and create a safe space for P.O.C. students on campus
• Responsible for the group's effectiveness, actions and future plans as a board member
• Curated and designed promotional material for public events

House President, 08/2020 to 02/2021

Smith College Morrow House – Northampton, Massachusetts

• Created and directed events to help students formulate and sustain relationships within a virtual house community during COVID-19
• Held virtual/In-Person visiting hours for individuals that needed a safe space in which they could receive advice and/or do homework
• Led bi-weekly house council meetings to check in with members, planned upcoming activities, and maintained morale through team bonding exercises

AEMES Mentorship, 08/2020 to 05/2021

Smith College – Northampton, Massachusetts

• Mentored students on higher educational experiences by encouraging exploration of various research opportunities offered on campus, and perseverance through challenging STEM assignments
• Conducted weekly zoom meetings with mentees to help them understand and overcome personal, social or academic problems affecting their educational success within STEM
• Counseled students regarding educational issues such as course and program selection, class scheduling and registration and career planning based on personal experience

College Mentor, 07/2018 to 08/2019

New York Road Runners – Manhattan, New York

• Collaborated with the head coach and assistant coaches to ensure that the runners were safe, healthy, and supported during 5K training sessions that took place in central park
• Administered feedback to runners using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
• Implemented listening and questioning strategies to diagnose the needs of the runners and monitor progress.
• Developed and hosted college readiness seminars and workshops for runners