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Naida McCoy

Ann Arbor

Summary

Second-year student at the University of Michigan, double majoring in History and International Studies, with a focus on human rights and social justice; also pursuing a minor in Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian (BCS) language and culture. My interests include Black American history and culture, Balkan history and culture, and the broader historical context of our current climate.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Speaking Instructor

Residential College
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in increasing course enrollment through effective marketing strategies and positive word of mouth.
  • Facilitated student presentations on various topics and offer feedback on elements to improve upon and what they excelled in.
  • Introduced improvisational techniques to help students think quickly on their feet during unexpected scenarios while presenting.

President

Bosnian Student Association
01.2023 - Current
  • Fostering a culture sharing Bosnia's traditions.
  • Demonstrating leadership by guiding the executive board.
  • Establishing strategic priorities aligned with organizational goals.
  • Promoting collaboration to create a positive work environment.

Volunteer

Volunteer Coordinator
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Contributed dishes and beverages to the event and shared with fellow students.
  • Managed volunteers at food and activity stations (henna, tinikling, trivia, bracelet making).
  • Facilitated communication between faculty, counseling staff, and club board members.
  • Hosted and MC'd the event with faculty advisors.
  • Collected donations for local charities and requested support from restaurants and businesses.

Vice President

National Honor Society
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Organize charity events and fundraisers (e.g., fleece blanket making, blood drives, tutoring).
  • Serve as a liaison between members, board, and faculty advisors.
  • Record board meeting minutes and share updates.
  • Plan and MC induction ceremonies; distribute orientation materials to new members.

Volunteer

Teen Purcellville Library Advisory Board
01.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running charitable events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Secretary

International Thespian Society
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Record meeting minutes and coordinate with the school drama teacher.
  • Recruit new members, register them in the troupe database, and collect dues.
  • Serve as a liaison among members, the executive board, and the drama teacher.
  • Organize troupe events for the theater community (open mic nights, haunted houses, induction ceremonies, Thespian festivals, award ceremonies, etc.).

Executive Board Member

Minority Student Union
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Organized events for heritage and history months and coordinated International Food Night (2022-2023) featuring cultural dishes from students' countries.
  • Promoted open communication among board member counseling staff, and students.

Head Editor

Literary Magazine
08.2020 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated with student authors to refine content prior to publishing.
  • Reviewed student submissions and decided on acceptance or rejection.
  • Advised staff on grammar and punctuation.
  • Organized workflow among editors to meet deadlines.
  • Coordinated raffle prizes to encourage student submissions.
  • Facilitated communication between faculty, editors, and student creators.

Volunteer

Volunteer Coordinator
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Managed recruitment and onboarding of new volunteers.
  • Oversaw the donation sign-up table and volunteer database.
  • Coordinated communication between volunteers and INOVA Health System.
  • Offered post-blood donation support, including snacks and assistance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History And International Studies

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Woodgrove High School
Purcellville, VA
06-2023

Skills

  • Confident delivery
  • Leadership team building
  • Positive attitude
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Google Suite
  • Microsoft Office
  • Deadline management
  • Research

Certification

  • First Aid Certification

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working
Bosnian
Professional Working
Croatian
Professional Working
Serbian
Professional Working
Latin
Elementary

Timeline

Public Speaking Instructor

Residential College
08.2024 - Current

President

Bosnian Student Association
01.2023 - Current

Vice President

National Honor Society
08.2022 - 06.2023

Volunteer

Volunteer Coordinator
08.2022 - 01.2023

Volunteer

Teen Purcellville Library Advisory Board
01.2022 - 06.2023

Volunteer

Volunteer Coordinator
08.2021 - 08.2023

Secretary

International Thespian Society
08.2021 - 06.2023

Executive Board Member

Minority Student Union
08.2021 - 06.2023

Head Editor

Literary Magazine
08.2020 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Arts - History And International Studies

University of Michigan

High School Diploma -

Woodgrove High School

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