Owen Cleland

Driven Construction Management student with a 3.9 GPA and a strong foundation in leadership, logistics, and hands-on service roles. Experienced in coordinating teams, managing operations, and supporting community initiatives through DECA, SCMA, and varsity athletics. Known for reliability, communication skills, and a passion for building efficient, sustainable solutions. Actively seeking opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects and grow within the construction industry.

• DECA District Competition — 4th Place Winner (2023),
• Cancer Awareness Campaign — Advanced to State Level,
• BGHS Soccer — Captain, District Champion (2022),
• Academic Honors — Honors Diploma, NHS Inductee, Scholar Athlete

• SCMA (Students in Construction Management Association), Member, 2025-09, Present, Attends monthly meetings and fundraising/networking events
• H2O Church, Member, 2025-01, Present, Participates in Sunday services, life groups, retreats, and The Well program
• I MUST Men’s Life Coaching Group, Member, 2025-12, Present, Engages in monthly sessions focused on habit-building and personal growth

DECA — Marketing Student & Chapter Leader

April 2022 – May 2025

• Hosted biannual DECA blood drives and created promotional campaigns
• Placed 4th in Food Marketing at Fall Frenzy Competition
• Led cancer awareness campaign raising $3,000+; advanced to state level
• Promoted Harvest for Hunger community service initiative

FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) — Student Leader

August 2022 – May 2025

• Led weekly meetings and worked with other students to grow school’s faith community

Valentis Athletica — Volunteer & Soccer Player

January 2021 – Present

• Participated in team activities and volunteered in youth soccer development
• Bowling Green High School Soccer Team — Captain
• April 2020 –
• District Champion, 2x League Runner-Up
• Directed youth soccer camp and earned Varsity Letter