Timberlyn Mazeikis
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Dedicated Student Activist with extensive experience communicating with local and state governments. Skilled at connecting students with empowering advocacy outlets and facilitating real change and effective action through policy. Known for bringing students together to support gun violence prevention efforts and achieve universally beneficial goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Organizer
Students Demand Action
02.2023 - Current
- Member of the Michigan State University Students Demand Action Chapter following the mass shooting in February 2023
- Started a Students Demand Action chapter at the University of Minnesota
- Shared my gun violence survivor story at committee hearings, town hall meetings, and rallies across Michigan and Minnesota.
- Planned and facilitated biweekly club meetings and events
- Raised public awareness about gun violence by organizing and participating in rallies, student advocacy days, and other events.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for successful advocacy initiatives, leading to significant policy changes.
- Trained volunteers on effective communication strategies to educate the public about relevant social issues during outreach efforts.
- Utilized social media platforms to amplify messaging and engage supporters in online activism efforts.
- Developed educational materials that empower individuals with knowledge necessary to make informed decisions.
- Fostered collaborative relationships with policymakers and student leaders.
- Recruited and managed volunteer teams.
- Spoke at public events and to media outlets about organizational goals and interests.
Event Planner Intern
Communities Organizing Latine Power and Action
01.2023 - Current
- Organized student activism day at the Minnesota state capitol
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between University of Minnesota students and Minnesota legislators
- created informational pamphlets supporting COPALs legislative agenda
- Advocated for bills in support of Immigrant rights in Minnesota
- Track and manage volunteer hours for University of Minnesota students
- Promoted volunteer opportunities with COPAL to University of Minnesota students
Theme Park Supervisor
Nelis' Dutch Village
05.2018 - Current
- Managed team of up to 50 employees to provide a positive experience for up to 5000 guests per day
- Coordinate and prepare for special events
- Educate guests on aspects of Dutch History and Culture
- Trained workers in service policies, safety requirements and specifics of activities.
- Monitored workers for performance, professionalism and service quality.
- Manage operations of the ice cream shop located inside of the theme park
- Work with others to provide an enjoyable and educational experience for all guests and resolve guest issues
Social Media Manager
University of Minnesota Womens Club Hockey Team
02.2023 - Current
- Maintain a positive social media presence representing the team
- Creating graphics and post to promote tryouts, games, and other team events
- capture pictures and content to post
- Update and maintain team website and recruitment brochures
Intramural Sports Referee
University of Minnesota Intramural Sports
09.2023 - Current
- Inspected sporting equipment for compliance with safety and event regulations.
- Communicated regulations and rules with players
- Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
- Enforced rules and regulations during games to facilitate safe and fair play.
- Listened to player feedback and communicated with team captains to accurately resolve disputes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2023
High School Diploma -
West Ottawa High School
Holland, MI 05.2021
Skills
- Volunteer Management
- Task Delegation
- Event Coordination
- Training delivery
- Public Speaking
- Advocacy experience
- Media Relations
- Policy analysis
- Outreach management
- Lobbying
- Issue awareness
Extra Curriculars
- Goalie on the University of Minnesota Women's Club Ice Hockey Team
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Intramural Sports Referee
University of Minnesota Intramural Sports
09.2023 - Current
Student Organizer
Students Demand Action
02.2023 - Current
Social Media Manager
University of Minnesota Womens Club Hockey Team
02.2023 - Current
Event Planner Intern
Communities Organizing Latine Power and Action
01.2023 - Current
Theme Park Supervisor
Nelis' Dutch Village
05.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Michigan State University
High School Diploma -
West Ottawa High School
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