Mckenzie Nguyen
Louisville,KY
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented Criminal Justice student with strong academic standing (3.8 GPA) and extensive experience in administrative support, research, and community engagement. Skilled in managing projects, conducting research, and collaborating with diverse groups. Dedicated to advancing social justice, equity, and community well-being with proven leadership and organizational abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Jefferson County Public Schools
Louisville, KY
10.2025 - Current
- Deliver prepared lesson plans and foster a positive, organized classroom environment for grades K-12, enhancing student engagement.
- Adapt to different subjects and teaching styles, ensuring consistent learning experiences for diverse student needs.
- Communicate with teachers and staff to report student progress, supporting classroom continuity and student success.
Graduate School Administrative Assistant
University of Louisville Graduate School
Louisville, KY
08.2023 - Current
- Review, organize, and process applications and confidential documents with discretion and accuracy.
- Coordinate phone and email communications between departments, universities, and students, ensuring timely and effective information exchange.
- Manage front desk operations, providing administrative support to graduate students and faculty to enhance their experience.
- Maintain efficient filing systems and ensure proper organization of sensitive information.
- Support a welcoming and professional office environment by assisting visitors and students.
Education
Criminal Justice, Sociology, Legal Studies
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05-2027
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Effective communication
- Administrative support
- Qualitative research
- Quantitative research
Awards & Honors
Honors Scholar • Jones Scholar • Campus Nominated Truman Scholarship • Refuge, Mentor Chair • Member of Lambda Alpha Epsilon, Since 2024 • Awarded Undergraduate Mentored Research Award • Dean's List (Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025) Dean's Scholar (Fall 2025) • Awarded President's Council International Travel Seminar
Publications
Letters: Committed to improving themselves and their communities, youth will lead the way., Courier Journal, 03/01/23
Nguyen, Mckenzie T. and McMahon, Katelyn (2025) "An Examination of the Relationships Between Types of Strain and Substance Misuse Among Queer Adults ," The Cardinal Edge: Vol. 3: Iss. 2, Article 1. Available at: https://ir.library.louisville.edu/tce/vol3/iss2/1
Research
Undergraduate Researcher, University of Louisville, 01/01/25, 05/31/25, I conducted quantitative and qualitative analysis on strain theory and substance misuse among queer adults., Collaborated with faculty mentor to interpret findings and prepare a presentation for a university research symposium., Applied statistical methods using Generations Study 2016 dataset.
Evaluation of Trauma-Informed Training for Sexual Assault Cold Case Investigations, University of Louisville, 01/02/2026- Present, We conduct an evaluation of a traumainformed training program for law enforcement officers handling sexual assault cold cases, analyzing survey data to assess changes in knowledge, confidence, and attitudes toward survivor-centered responses while supporting research that advances trauma-informed policing and survivor-focused investigative practices
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Jefferson County Public Schools
10.2025 - Current
Graduate School Administrative Assistant
University of Louisville Graduate School
08.2023 - Current
Criminal Justice, Sociology, Legal Studies
University of Louisville