Ryan Buchan
East Islip
Summary
Results-driven leader with a strong background in student engagement and safety management. Skilled in developing first-year programming and mentoring peers to foster a supportive campus environment. Passionate about creating safe and enriching experiences for students through effective event coordination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Orientation Co-Chair
Sacred Heart University, Office of First Year Prog
Fairfield
01.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with staff to develop engaging first-year programming initiatives.
- Coordinated events promoting student engagement and academic success strategies.
- Mentored new orientation leaders on program objectives and responsibilities.
Lifeguard
Town of Islip, Parks and Recreation Department
Islip
07.2024 - Current
- Inspect safety equipment daily to maintain operational readiness and compliance
- Practice essential first aid skills acquired through American Red Cross training and certification
- Engage proactively with patrons to enforce safety protocols and maintain a safe pool deck environment
Office Assistant
Sacred Heart University, Band and Orchestra Department
Fairfield
09.2023 - Current
- Manage physical and digital music libraries and optimize band and orchestra rehearsal spaces for effective use
- Target high schools in the tri-state region to recruit prospective students
Orientation Leader
Sacred Heart University, Office of First Year Programs
Fairfield
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Coordinate and execute new student orientation program
- Facilitate the college transition for both students and parents with positive and engaging leadership
- Prepare materials and campus locations for orientation focused events
Senior Lifeguard
Greybarn Apartments, Reichler Equity
Amityville
08.2020 - 09.2023
- Manage all facets of pool operations, including hourly chemical testing and opening/closing procedures
- Ensure a safe environment by continuously monitoring activities inside and outside of the pool areas
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music, Performance Concentration, Honors, Music Education, Leadership in Higher Education
Sacred Heart University, College of Arts & Sciences
Fairfield, CT05-2027
Skills
- Student engagement
- Leadership development
- Public speaking
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving aptitude
HONORS AND AWARDS
Sacred Heart University Presidential Scholarship Recipient: 2023-2025, Deans List: Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Spring 2026, Sacred Heart University CLLA 2023-2024 Band Member of the Year recipient, Town of Islip Lifeguard Training Week Top Rookie, Summer 2024
CAMPUS LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT
Kappa Kappa Psi, Vice President of Membership, 2025-Present, Music Coordinator, 2024-2025 SHU Band and Orchestra, Low Brass Co-Section Leader, 2023-Present SHU Choirs, 2024-Present Kappa Kappa Psi, Vice President of Membership, 2025-Present, Music Coordinator, 2024-2025 SHU Band and Orchestra, Low Brass Co-Section Leader, 2023-Present SHU Choirs, 2024-Present Directed the Sacred Heart University Pep Band for both basketball and hockey games Coordinated and led multiple hymn rehearsals for Kappa Kappa Psi Band and Orchestra B.O.O.S.T (Band and Orchestra Orientation Student Team) Creator/Co-Chair, 2024-Present Created a program to integrate freshmen into the band and orchestra and re-engage veteran members Organized engagement events during marching band season and the rest of the semester Directed the Sacred Heart University Pep Band for both basketball and hockey games Coordinated and led multiple hymn rehearsals for Kappa Kappa Psi Band and Orchestra B.O.O.S.T (Band and Orchestra Orientation Student Team) Creator/Co-Chair, 2024-Present Created a program to integrate freshmen into the band and orchestra and re-engage veteran members Organized engagement events during marching band season and the rest of the semester
Timeline
Orientation Co-Chair
Sacred Heart University, Office of First Year Prog
01.2026 - Current
Orientation Leader
Sacred Heart University, Office of First Year Programs
06.2025 - 10.2025
Lifeguard
Town of Islip, Parks and Recreation Department
07.2024 - Current
Office Assistant
Sacred Heart University, Band and Orchestra Department
09.2023 - Current
Senior Lifeguard
Greybarn Apartments, Reichler Equity
08.2020 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Music, Performance Concentration, Honors, Music Education, Leadership in Higher Education
Sacred Heart University, College of Arts & Sciences