Meghan Geraghty
Fairfield,CT
Summary
Adept at data analysis and event coordination, I spearheaded the development of a digital threat assessment document at the Connecticut Center for School Safety and Crisis Preparation at WCSU. My expertise in administrative assistance and research proficiency significantly enhanced school safety initiatives, demonstrating a strong ability to collaborate and achieve results across various stakeholders.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Assistant
Connecticut Center for School Safety and Crisis Preparation at WCSU
Danbury, USA
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Analyzed data from school safety reports in the different regions in Connecticut to locate and identify areas that need improvement
- Assisted in developing surveys and communicating information amongst the different stakeholders necessary for school safety
- Conducted literature reviews on Threat Assessments from all over the United States with a focus on digital threat assessment
- Coordinated and attended various workshops to improve and develop an acute understanding of the risks of digital threats
- Presented material and analysis to various stakeholders on digital threats
- Spearheaded the development of a digital threat assessment document as well as disseminated resources related to digital threats and school safety to stakeholders from law enforcement, the CT intelligence community, and various educational stakeholders
- Managed and designed promotional material on various social media platforms for the Center
- Participated in meetings with various levels of school administrators, safety officers, and mental health personnel to discuss projects and initiatives on digital and standard threat assessments
- Built partnerships and collaborative groups within the Connecticut educational apparatus in coordination with the Center's Director
Herbert Janick Fellowship in Research and Archival Management
WCSU Archives and Special Collections
Danbury, USA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Received comprehensive education and training in archival and library sciences, enhancing the effectiveness and operability within the WCSU archives
- Conducted extensive historical research and impact of the Federal Correctional Institution in Danbury as part of an independent study
- Analyzed its construction, federal and local significance, community and university relations, and notable inmates
- Presented research findings at Western Research Day and contributed to online exhibit, ensuring ongoing access to the research for educational and public use
Student Archives Assistant
WCSU Library Services
Danbury, USA
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with Archivist Brian Stevens in digitizing materials, accurately inputting and maintaining information in databases and logs of various materials, ensuring data integrity and accessibility
- Organized, processed, and shelved archival materials and artifacts
- Conducted thorough readings and assessments of the materials to create detailed descriptions and summaries, facilitating research and retrieval
- Supported university classes and patrons with in-depth research assistance, enhancing their academic and project outcomes
- Contributed to the setup of online and physical exhibits, showcasing archival materials from the various university collections
Building Manager
WCSU Event & Conference Management
Danbury, USA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Directed opening and closing operations of student centers, ensuring the facilities' security and proper shutdown and lockup
- Reviewed and organized critical information for same-day and next-day events, ensuring readiness and efficiency of the event
- Set up and managed events in the facilities of various activities, from indoor meetings to outdoor concerts
- Implemented comprehensive closing procedures, including securing the premises, verifying building evacuation, and maintaining building safety and security protocols
- Prepared detailed setup sheets and room cards to guide students, staff, and university guests, enhancing event execution and coordination
- Managed early morning setups and schedules to ensure a seamless transition of daily events
- Compiled and submitted detailed daily reports to supervisors, summarizing activities and incidents across all shifts to ensure continuous operational awareness and security and communicating with other members of the staff team, detailing, and preparing them for events or concerns that do or could arise
- Provided mentorship and training to team members, significantly improving their skills, productivity, and ability to access and share critical information
Student Associate
WCSU Event & Conference Management
Danbury, USA
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Provided technical and logistical support to university events, through the set-up of various event rooms, operating equipment, the management and operation of technology, noted my actions to communicate with other staff, and ensured the best method of execution to adhering to safety standards, and functional operability of the technology and equipment through the duration of the event in the course of my shift
- Immediately used various problem-solving methods to troubleshoot technological issues and manage other tasks to avoid disruptions during events and other position responsibilities
- Acted as a primary point of contact for various information desks for events and building activities, ticket sales, and concession sales
- Ensured faculty, staff, visitors, and students received accurate and helpful information
- Effectively communicated with event organizers, staff, participants, and others to ensure a seamless execution of WCSU events in each of the university’s student centers
- Maintained a clean workspace and organized equipment with care and attention to detail
- Committed to helping others and training new staff for the most effective working environment, establishing communication and trust to be able to best work as a team
- Successfully managed and maintained event logs, concession sheets, sales information, and other reports to improve efficiency
Education
Master of Science - Homeland Security
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - History
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT05.2022
Skills
- Administrative assistance
- Event coordination
- Data analysis
- Data acquisition
- Research proficiency
- Microsoft Office
Certification
- IS-230.E: Fundamentals of Emergency Management, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 10/2022
- IS-235.C: Emergency Planning, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 11/2022
- IS-453: Introduction to Homeland Security Planning, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 10/2022
- IS-660: Introduction to Private-Public Partnerships, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 12/2022
- IS-860.C: The National Infrastructure Protection Plan, An Introduction, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 02/2024
- IS-913.A: Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience: Achieving Results Through Partnership and Collaboration, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 04/2024
- IS-915: Protecting Critical Infrastructure Against Insider Threats, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 04/2024
- IS-1170: Introduction to the Interagency Security Committee (ISC), FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 04/2024
- IS-2000: National Preparedness Goal and System Overview, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 11/2022
Volunteer Experience
- Friends of State Archaeology (FOSA), P.O Box 389845, East Hartford, CT, 06138, 06/2022, Present, Volunteer, Scott Brady, Collaborated with professional archaeologists and volunteers in the excavation of historical and pre-historical sites, contributing to the preservation and understanding of cultural heritage.
- WCSU/Mustard Seed Mission Trip, Saint James, Jamaica, 03/2019, 03/2019, Volunteer, Provided essential support and services during a mission trip to Saint James, Jamaica, demonstrating a commitment to global community service and humanitarian aid.
References
- Guy Perrotta, Professor, Film Director and EMMY Award Winner, (203) 216-4043, perrottag@wcsu.edu
- Dr. Hasan Arslan, Master of Science in Homeland Security Program Director at WCSU, (203) 837-8463, arslanh@wcsu.edu
- Martin Lindenmayer, Professor and First Selectman of Kent, CT, (860) 671-9746, mjlkent@gmail.com
- Dr. Stephanie Lipson Mizrahi, Professor, mizrahis@wcsu.edu
- Mark Gegeny, Supervisor and Associate Director of WCSU Event & Conference Management, (203) 837-8211, gegenym@wcsu.edu
Organizationsandassociations
- Stamford Women’s Softball League, 05/2021, 07/2024
- Stratford Women’s Volleyball League, 09/2023, 11/2023
- West Haven Women’s Softball League, 05/2021, 08/2023
- Fairfield Women’s Softball League, 04/2021, 07/2021
- Ultimate Frisbee Team, WCSU, Athlete, Fall 2018, Spring 2020
- Inter Residence Hall Association (IRHA), WCSU, Secretary, Fall 2019
- Newman Club, WCSU, Vice President, Fall 2019
- Litchfield Hall Council, WCSU, Treasurer and IRHA Representative, Fall 2018, Spring 2019
Personal Information
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
Connecticut Center for School Safety and Crisis Preparation at WCSU
02.2023 - 08.2023
Herbert Janick Fellowship in Research and Archival Management
WCSU Archives and Special Collections
01.2022 - 05.2022
Student Archives Assistant
WCSU Library Services
09.2021 - 05.2022
Building Manager
WCSU Event & Conference Management
08.2021 - 05.2022
Student Associate
WCSU Event & Conference Management
10.2018 - 12.2020
- IS-230.E: Fundamentals of Emergency Management, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 10/2022
- IS-235.C: Emergency Planning, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 11/2022
- IS-453: Introduction to Homeland Security Planning, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 10/2022
- IS-660: Introduction to Private-Public Partnerships, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 12/2022
- IS-860.C: The National Infrastructure Protection Plan, An Introduction, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 02/2024
- IS-913.A: Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience: Achieving Results Through Partnership and Collaboration, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 04/2024
- IS-915: Protecting Critical Infrastructure Against Insider Threats, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 04/2024
- IS-1170: Introduction to the Interagency Security Committee (ISC), FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 04/2024
- IS-2000: National Preparedness Goal and System Overview, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 11/2022
Master of Science - Homeland Security
Western Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Western Connecticut State University
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