Zinmin Kouassi-Russell
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Passionate student with intellectual and professional skills, looking to become more involved in the field of foreign policy. Experience studying abroad in eSwatini while researching and writing about international history and events. Excellent at communicating ideas and creating strong arguments for all perspectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Role Player
“Robin Sage” Special Forces Qualification Course
Camp McKall, NC
06.2022 - 07.2025
- Learned in classroom settings how unconventional warfare is used as a tool of foreign policy by the United States.
- Learned how unconventional warfare is conducted by Special Operations Forces and what makes military operations successful.
Cadet Squad Leader
U.S. Army Active Duty
West Point, NY
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Developed subordinates by setting out specific and realistic plans in order to meet academic, military, and personal goals.
- Planned and executed training events as part of a team.
- Maintained high professional standards for myself and my subordinates.
- Developed understanding and compliance with military regulations, procedures, and tactics.
Volunteer English Teacher
UWC Waterford Kamhlaba
Mbabane, SZ
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Planned and executed lessons to teach local preschoolers English language skills.
- Learned the importance of educational development on quality of life outcomes.
Education
United States Military Academy - International Law
United States Military Academy At West Point
West Point, New York06-2021
UWC -
Waterford Kamhlaba UWC
Swaziland, Southern Africa09-2020
Highschool -
Mt. Mansfield Union Highschool
Jericho, Vermont01.2019
Skills
- Academic writing and research
- Oral argumentation and presentation
- Teamwork and communication
- Formal and informal leadership
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- USMA Negotiation Course
Accomplishments
- Shelby Davis Scholar, 01/2018
- High Honor Roll, 01/2019, 12/2019, 1 semester
- Dean’s List, 08/2021, 05/2024, 2 semesters
Other Organizational Experiences
- Burlington Free Press Publication via Young Writers, 01/2015, 12/2015
- Link Group, 08/2019, 06/2020, Young Heroes, Menaissance - 'Building Healthy Masculinities'
- Recondo Award, 01/2022, 12/2022
- Natural Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), 01/2016, 12/2016
- Red Cross Blood Drive Volunteer Staff, 08/2016, 06/2018
- Camp Dudley Leadership, 08/2017, 06/2018
- Volunteer English Teacher at Mpolongeni Preschool, 01/2019, 12/2019
- 'Robin Sage' Special Forces Qualification Course Role Player, 01/2022, 12/2022
Leadership Achievements
- Student Government, 08/2015, 06/2019
- Natural Outdoor Leadership School Rocky Mountains, 01/2016, 12/2016, B+ Grade
- Camp Dudley Leadership, 08/2017, 06/2018, Junior Leader & Assistant Coach - (2017), Assistant Leader & Head Coach - (2018)
- Cadet Basic Training, 08/2021, 05/2023, Cadet Field Training, Cadet Leadership Development Training, Squad Leader - Experience working with and developing subordinates to set academic and personal goals
Timeline
Role Player
“Robin Sage” Special Forces Qualification Course
06.2022 - 07.2025
Cadet Squad Leader
U.S. Army Active Duty
06.2021 - 06.2024
Volunteer English Teacher
UWC Waterford Kamhlaba
01.2019 - 12.2019
United States Military Academy - International Law
United States Military Academy At West Point
UWC -
Waterford Kamhlaba UWC
Highschool -
Mt. Mansfield Union Highschool
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