Rhea Chhoker
Macomb,MI
Summary
Confident student passionate about learning new skills. Ambitious, driven individual ready to work hard and learn from professionals. Brings outstanding academic achievement and integrity.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Dr. L. Monique Ward
Ann Arbor, MI
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Completed Senior Honors Thesis in this lab.
- Performed literature reviews to ensure the accuracy of results.
- Organized and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data using statistical software packages, such as SPSS.
- Developed survey instruments to measure participant responses in experiments.
- Provided support for faculty members with grant applications related to research projects.
- Worked on a content analysis for sexual scripts in popular teen media shows to understand how the messages in media affect adolescents' stereotypes and beliefs on sexual behaviors and gender norms.
- Learned to remain culturally competent when working with marginalized groups, when conducting research, and when talking to members of a group.
Crisis Text-Line Counselor
Crisis Text Line
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Through contact techniques, help potentially suicidal texters reach a collected and calm state of mind.
- Conducted assessments to determine the appropriate level of care for clients in crisis.
- Collaboratively worked with texters to establish goals and next steps to complete once the conversation was over.
- Learning to manage my own emotions when dealing with potentially high-stress conversations.
- Researched best practices in the field of counseling in order to stay current on evidence based treatments.
Student Employee
MI Dining
Ann Arbor, Michigan
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Learned to provide quick and helpful customer service, how to keep a peaceful and welcoming work environment, and how to quickly learn skills required in a new position.
- Checked temperatures of hot foods throughout meal service period to ensure they meet health regulations.
- Adhered to all food safety guidelines set forth by local health department regulations.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to job duties.
High School Student Tutor
Henry Ford II High School
Sterling Heights, Michigan
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Tutored for science, math, and English classes.
- Through a positive environment, I was able to help many high schoolers find confidence in their academic skills and their achievements.
- Created lesson plans and activities tailored to the needs of each student.
- Encouraged positive study habits, such as note-taking, goal-setting, and organization skills.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
Freelance artist
- Designed digital art based on customers' language and physical cues to provide a piece they were more than satisfied with.
- Provided guidance and technical assistance to other artists when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Writing
University of Michigan
04-2024
Skills
- Building rapport
- Social Skills Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Encouragement and Motivation
- Active listening and empathic abilities
- Organization and time management skills within team and personal life
- Data and Statistics Analysis
- Survey Administration
- Research Paper Writing
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Emotional Intelligence
Projects
Created a personal online portfolio to showcase work on the sexual harassment, abuse, and objectification women face in the video gaming industry, in video games, and in online spaces related to video games. The portfolio is meant to catch a targeted audience of white males off-guard so that they may experience the daily sexual harassment and objectification like women do and gain insight on the situation for women. Link to portfolio: https://rheachh.wixsite.com/my-site-2
Accomplishments
- Graduated with Honors from the University of Michigan's Psychology Department.
Certification
- Crisis Specialist Certification.
Affiliations
- Engaged in a variety of creative and physical pursuits, including art and writing, which enhance my expressive skills and attention to detail. I enjoy running and horse riding, promoting physical fitness and discipline. Additionally, my passion for reading fuels my knowledge and critical thinking.
Timeline
Crisis Text-Line Counselor
Crisis Text Line
01.2023 - 01.2024
Research Assistant
Dr. L. Monique Ward
08.2022 - 04.2024
Student Employee
MI Dining
03.2022 - 04.2022
High School Student Tutor
Henry Ford II High School
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Crisis Specialist Certification.
Freelance artist
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Writing
University of Michigan
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