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Nour Khayou

Nour Khayou

Saint Paul,MN

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate peer support and mentor with experience in guiding first-year international students through their transition to college life. Skilled in active listening, conflict resolution, and cross-cultural communication, providing a safe and supportive environment for students to express their concerns. Proficient in event planning and coordination, fostering community engagement through social programming. Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively with campus counselors and residential life staff. Committed to enhancing student well-being and academic success through mentorship and targeted support.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Programming Assistant

Residential Life
St Paul, MN
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Coordinated social programming in collaboration with Residential Life staff and campus partners, enhancing community engagement and connection.
  • Collected and curated event artifacts, including photos, reflections, themes, and graphics, to document social programming impact.
  • Managed hall pages and event listings online using Involve software, ensuring up-to-date information and effective communication.
  • Promoted events and tracked attendance via email, Involve, and Residential Life’s social media platforms.
  • Maintained consistent communication with supervisors and team members to support programming initiatives and address resident needs.
  • Attended weekly team meetings and supervisor check-ins to align on programming goals and address challenges.
  • Completed detailed event summaries and reflections, submitted to supervisors for program improvement and assessment.
  • Collaborated with the Office Assistant (OA) to handle poster distribution across residential areas, enhancing event visibility twice weekly.
  • Executed self-directed project management, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines effectively.
  • Collaborated with RAs, PAs, and RHDs to design and execute engaging events for residents, fostering community building.
  • Designed event flyers using Canva and coordinated logistics with campus services, including Presence, Mac EMS, and Bon App.

Peer Support

UWC Mahindra
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Served as a confidential peer support resource to provide active listening and mental health support to students navigating college.
  • Helped creating a safe, supportive space for students to share personal and academic concerns.
  • Assisted students in developing coping strategies and connecting with relevant campus resources for additional support.
  • Collaborated with the medical center and counselling staff, anonymouly shared student perspectives and reports, offering insights into common challenges faced by students.

Second-year Mentor

UWC Mahindra College
Pune
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Mentored first-year incoming international students, helped them to adjust to college life with personalized guidance and resources.
  • Conducted regular meetings to offer academic and personal support, addressing their questions and concerns.
  • Planned and led social events fostering community connections and easing incoming students' transition to college life.
  • Guided students through the campus policies and connected them with resources on campus.

Second-year Leader

Medsocket
Paud, Maharashtra, India
  • Led a MedSoc initiative to raise awareness on critical medical issues in rural villages in India, focusing on improving healthcare understanding and outreach.
  • Collaborated with campus medical center staff to design and implement programs addressing public health and mental health concerns.
  • Conducted interactive sessions for middle school students on health and mental well-being, fostering early awareness and healthy habits.
  • Partnered with NGOs to provide resources and educational materials, enhancing community engagement on pressing health issues.
  • Coordinated with a diverse team to deliver culturally sensitive and accessible health information, adapting communication strategies for varied audiences.

Education

High School Diploma -

UWC Mahindra College
Pune, India
05-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Neuroscience Double Major

Macalester College
Saint Paul, MN

Skills

  • Communication
  • Active listening
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership
  • Team collaboration
  • Administration & Reporting
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Mentorship and guidance

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited

Timeline

Programming Assistant

Residential Life
09.2024 - 12.2024

Peer Support

UWC Mahindra
01.2024 - 05.2024

Second-year Mentor

UWC Mahindra College
08.2023 - 05.2024

Second-year Leader

Medsocket

High School Diploma -

UWC Mahindra College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Neuroscience Double Major

Macalester College

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