Melissa Belen-Cruz
Tampa,FL
Summary
Student in the University of Tampa with a Criminology and Criminal Justice major, and a minor in Law, Justice, and Advocacy. Active member in both the university's Criminology Club and Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity. Has wanted to go to law school to pursue a legal career since 10th grade upon taking a Law Studies class and successfully finishing it with an A+. Realized 100+ hours as a juror, defense attorney, and prosecutor in Polk County's Teen Court Program. Possesses numerous skills required for a legal career, including logic, critical thinking, writing, leadership, and argumentative abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Florida’s Tenth Judicial Circuit
Lakeland, FL
01.2018 - 01.2021
- 100+ volunteer hours
- Volunteered as grand juror, defense attorney, and prosecutor in Polk County Teen Court Program of Florida’s Tenth Judicial Circuit
- Became Teen Court Attorney Mentor for Transforming Youth Movement in North Carolina
- Taught new volunteers how to successfully defend clients and prosecute defendants
- Attendee of first national 9/11 Day of Service of Florida’s Tenth Judicial Circuit and read victim’s biography
Education
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Criminology And Criminal Justice
University of Tampa
Tampa, FL05.2025
High School Diploma -
Florida Virtual School
Orlando, FL05.2021
Dual Enrollment -
Polk State College And The University of Florida
Lakeland, FL, Gainsville, FL05.2021
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Bilingual: Spanish and English
- Behavior Modeling
- Proofreading and Editing
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Writing Skills
- Teamwork
Fitness and Health
I workout and maintain healthy eating habits everyday.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Volunteer
Florida’s Tenth Judicial Circuit
01.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Social Sciences - Criminology And Criminal Justice
University of Tampa
High School Diploma -
Florida Virtual School
Dual Enrollment -
Polk State College And The University of Florida
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