Olivia Potruch
Berkeley,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Art History student with proven leadership skills and extensive experience in art historical research. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability, effectively facilitating discussions among diverse groups. Expertise spans artistic analysis and art education, driving impactful learning experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Facilitator
Prison Education Project (PEP)
Berkeley, California
02.2025 - Current
- Conducted weekly one-hour Zoom sessions with a group of ten juvenile inmates at San Mateo Juvenile Hall.
- Incorporated personal experience into instructional materials and engaging lessons for theater education.
- Improved inmate quality of life and reduced recidivism through education on soft skills
Generalized Chief of Staff
UC Berkeley Model United Nations: BearMUN
Berkeley, California
02.2025 - Current
- Facilitated effective research and outreach to reach growth goal of over 100 additional conference attendees
- Partnered with Associated Students of UC to facilitate a positive conference for over 350 participants.
- Managed operations in internal affairs, outreach, staff matters and technology
Invoice Coordinator
UC Berkeley Model United Nations
Berkeley, California
02.2025 - Current
- Secured reimbursements via prompt invoicing.
- Handled coordination for all incoming and outgoing invoices.
- Collaborated closely with invoicing team and Finance Department to achieve high member satisfaction.
President
Hamilton High School Model Congress
Los Angeles, CA
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with parent groups, students, and staff to raise over ten thousand dollars.
- Organized and managed a group of fifteen teenagers for a competitive event at the University of Pennsylvania.
- Educated over thirty students on parliamentary procedure, bill writing, and effective debate strategies
- Competed in Model Congress and achieved multiple honors
President
Hamilton High School Gender and Sexuality Alliance
Los Angeles, State
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Conducted engaging weekly meetings for groups of students aged 14 to 18
- Organized, free, discreet closet with gender-affirming clothing options for transgender students
- Engaged over 2,500 students weekly via announcements and personal outreach
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley05.2028
Skills
- Art analysis
- Research skills
- Writing proficiency
- Event planning
- Public speaking
- Financial management
Additional Experience
Self-Driven Art Historical Study
- Worked with a mentor to broaden art understanding by visiting museums and engaging in weekly discussions
- Traveled to Italy for three weeks with study abroad group CIEE to enhance hands-on art understanding
Aspiring Educators and Student Affairs Professionals: General Member
- Organized actions and attended protests within a dynamic group focused on empowering future educators
Student Leader: Global African Art In the Mid to Late 20th Century
- Facilitated all Student-Professor communication through Discord, Outlook, and in-person discussion, advocating for students and ensuring all professor announcements were received
Timeline
Volunteer Facilitator
Prison Education Project (PEP)
02.2025 - Current
Generalized Chief of Staff
UC Berkeley Model United Nations: BearMUN
02.2025 - Current
Invoice Coordinator
UC Berkeley Model United Nations
02.2025 - Current
President
Hamilton High School Model Congress
08.2023 - 06.2024
President
Hamilton High School Gender and Sexuality Alliance
08.2020 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of California, Berkeley
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