Trysta Amoakohene
Great Wolf Lodge
Washington,DC
4
years of professional experience
Political Science and Criminology student at Howard University with experience in leadership, community engagement, event coordination, and student programming. Skilled in communication, collaboration, and organization with a strong interest in cultural engagement and strengthening student community.
Work History
Retail Attendant
3 Years 6 Months- Managed point-of-sale transactions for merchandise and souvenirs, addressing customer complaints to ensure satisfaction.
- Coordinated retail services for Build-A-Bear Workshop, water park gift shop, and hotel gift shop to enhance customer experience.
- Guided children and families through customized stuffed animal creation.
- Trained new and current employees on lodge procedures to maintain service quality and operational consistency.
Junior Residential Assistant
8 Months- Coordinated floor boards, residence hall events, and community-building activities to encourage resident engagement and connection.
- Ensured safety, cleanliness, and engagement in residence hall spaces through regular monitoring and feedback.
- Assisted Howard University Resident Assistants in managing residence hall operations and front desk coverage to ensure smooth daily functioning.
Men's Basketball Team Student Manager
8 Months- Supported basketball games and practices by assisting with on-court drills, recording players' statistics, and keeping score.
- Coordinated setup for each game, worked as a door attendant, and executed pre-game operations to ensure event readiness.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance community and student engagement within Howard University Athletics, fostering increased student engagement.
Academic Tutor
1 Year 5 Months- Coached students through challenging material, fostering resilience and a growth mindset through positive reinforcement.
- Guided K-12 students through individualized mathematics and reading comprehension worksheets to enhance skills and confidence.
- Created personalized and interactive lessons for students.
- Monitored student progress and communicated learning updates to parents, ensuring alignment on educational goals.
Legal Intern
- Prepared witnesses and conducted direct examinations, contributing to case strategy and presentation.
- Researched case law and legal precedents, providing comprehensive analyses that informed case strategy.
- Assisted Attorney Brandi Harden at Harden Law, PLLC with legal tasks to improve case preparation efficiency.
- Advocated for a revision of Ohio Revised Code §3701.046 to congressmen on Capitol Hill
Education
Bachelor's Degrees - Political Science And Criminology
- GPA: 3.9
- [2024-2025] - Dean's List
- [2025-2026] - Dean's List
- Additional Coursework in [Persuasive Writing & Research, , International Law, International Relations, Intro to Contemporary Africa, Afro-American Lit from 1940, Seminar in Hip Hop]
- [Black Women in Pre-Law Society] Member, [2024-2025]
Dual Enrollment
- Coursework: Principles of Criminal Justice, Corrections, Persuasive Writing & Research, Introduction to Psychology, Expository Writing & Literacy Studies, Introduction to Sociology
- GPA: 4.0
Skills
Event Coordination
Microsoft Excel
Organizational & Writing Skills
Problem-solving skills
Interpersonal communication
Legislative advocacy
Legal writing
Policy analysis
Accomplishments
- Cultivating Culture Award & Scholarship, 2024
- Howard University Achievers' Scholarship, 2024-2028
- National African American Recognition Award
Volunteering
- National Marrow Donor Program Volunteer, Washington, D.C., Sep 2025-Present, Advertised NMDP across Howard University's campus, participated in tabling events, and registered students for NMDP's donor registry, helping reach the chapter goal of enrolling more minority donors.
- Police Activities League Youth Basketball Volunteer, Fitchburg, MA, Sep 2022-Dec 2022, Led concession stand operations, coached youth basketball teams, and organized basketball tournaments.
Timeline
Junior Residential Assistant
Howard University
09.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Men's Basketball Team Student Manager
Howard University
09.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Legal Intern
Georgetown University Leadership Initiatives
07.2023 - 07.2023Read More
Retail Attendant
Great Wolf Lodge
04.2023 - CurrentRead More
Academic Tutor
Kumon Learning Center
09.2022 - 02.2024Read More
Howard University
Bachelor's Degrees from Political Science And Criminology
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Fitchburg State University
Dual Enrollment
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