Vasu Singh
Reno,NV
Summary
Independent and self-motivated graduate seeking opportunities to showcase creative and critical skills in a research-based field.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Nevada, Reno
08.2023 - Current
- Assisting lead instructor of Core Humanities in teaching Ancient and Medieval Culture and History class.
- Attending lectures with the lead instructor and leading independent discussion sections for an hour twice a week.
- Facilitating engaging discussion on assigned texts.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, collaborating with colleagues to identify areas for improvement within the school community.
- As the first point of contact, answering student questions in person and through email and Canvas.
- Ensuring students engage with the course material using creative methods to cater to a diverse population of students.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
- Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
Intern
Northern Nevada International Center
01.2024 - Current
- Working under a staff supervisor to assist NNIC in hosting a group of high school students from Algeria through the Youth Leadership in Algeria Program.
- Arranging meetings and presentations for American youth candidates' applications by reaching out to schools in the area through email and accompanying staff supervisor on school visits.
- Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
- Maintaining email for the program; replying to Algerian and American candidates' inquiries through email.
- Preparing Excel sheet for scheduling and itinerary for the program.
- Editing application documents for the U.S. visa interview.
Intern- Exchanges Department
Northern Nevada International Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked under a staff supervisor to assist NNIC in hosting a group of high school students from Vietnam through the Education and Cultural Exploration Abroad program
- Preparing excel sheets for scheduling events and visits of the students in the city
- Accompanying and guiding students on local visits
- Maintaining email for the program; replying to Algerian and American candidates' inquiries through email
- Preparing Excel sheet for scheduling and itinerary for the program
- Editing application documents for the U.S
- Visa interview
- Assisting the staff supervisor on the tasks of the day
- Arranging meetings and presentations for American youth candidates' applications by reaching out to schools in the area through email and accompanying staff supervisor on school visits
Graduate Assistant
University of Nevada, Reno
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted lead instructor in grading for various courses in the Department of Gender, Race, and Identity.
- Managed administrative tasks such as grading, scheduling, and record-keeping for over a hundred undergraduates to ensure smooth operations within academic departments.
- Facilitated student success by identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
Education
Master of Arts - Gender, Race, and Identity
University of Nevada, Reno
05.2024
Master of Arts - English and Cultural Studies
Panjab University- Chandigarh, India
09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Human Rights, Public Admin.
Panjab University- Post Graduate Govt. College For Girls-11
06.2018
Certificate (short-term course) - Filmmaking and Criticism
Film And Television Institute of India
02.2018
High School - Psychology; World and Indian History; Economics; English; Fine Arts
O.P Jindal Modern School
05.2015
Skills
- Meeting Coordination
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Research and analysis
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Social Media
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Community Organizing
- Public Speaking
Accomplishments
- Panel speaker at the Bridges-Not-Walls Liberation public event organized by the Department of Gender, Race, and Identity in association with local community organizations and sponsored by the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS).
- Facilitator and moderator of a discussion event organized by NNIC for the members of the Papua New Guinea Government at UNR.
- Organized community event 'Visions of Change' comprising budget making, outreach, publicity through social media and radio, inviting local non-profits, and arranging food vendors in Reno, Nevada.
- Collaborated with the publicity team of the 'Visions of Change: A Community Kickback' event; created social media posts and fliers; reached out to local publications and news agencies for promotion; recorded a radio promotional show.
- Arranged and hosted applied workshop on 'Building Inclusive Spaces' as part of the Northern Nevada Diversity Summit at UNR.
- Attended workshops on 'Personality Development and Communication Skills' organized by Central Placement Cell, Panjab University.
- Participated in Faculty Development/Capacity Building seminar on 'Contemporary Trends in Research' sponsored by the National Higher Education Council.
Custom
She/Her
Timeline
Intern
Northern Nevada International Center
01.2024 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Nevada, Reno
08.2023 - Current
Intern- Exchanges Department
Northern Nevada International Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Graduate Assistant
University of Nevada, Reno
08.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Gender, Race, and Identity
University of Nevada, Reno
Master of Arts - English and Cultural Studies
Panjab University- Chandigarh, India
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Human Rights, Public Admin.
Panjab University- Post Graduate Govt. College For Girls-11
Certificate (short-term course) - Filmmaking and Criticism
Film And Television Institute of India
High School - Psychology; World and Indian History; Economics; English; Fine Arts
O.P Jindal Modern School
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