Teneshia Sheree Arnold
385 Mayo Road Lexington, TN 38351 (731) 602-0305 [email protected] Education The University of Memphis, Memphis, TN Master of Science in Leadership and Policy Studies-Student Personnel GPA: 3.71/4.0 The University of Memphis, Memphis, TN Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in African American Literature GPA: 3.21/4.0 Relevant Experience National Orientation Directors Association (NODA) Graduate Intern Orientation Logistics and Social Media Intern, Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FL May 9, 2013-August 2, 2013 Assist in training and supervising 15 orientation leaders during 2-day Eagle View Orientation programs Implement 13 summer orientation sessions Conduct assessment for orientation leaders by organizing evaluations Manage New Student Programs Facebook page, and other social media Assist with logistical coordination of Eagle View Orientation registration Coordinate the logistics of transitioning students to and from Eagle View Orientation Serve as a liaison to the various academic departments to assist in the process of advising/registration for orientation program Graduate Assistant for Student Activities Student Leadership and Involvement, The University of Memphis, Memphis, TN August 2012-April 2013 Serve as a co-advisor of the Student Activities Council Assist students in planning events with a budget of approximately $380,000 Offer helpful tips and guidance in helping students in their academic and social development Inform students of the resources and tools available to them on campus Compose short and long contracts for student events involving various agencies and artists Interact with various campus departments on a daily basis Participate in regional and national conferences as a professional representative of the university Perform clerical duties in the absence of the administrative secretary Assist in planning leadership retreat for 7 student leaders within the Student Activities Council Facilitate presentations during leadership workshops Assist Coordinator of Student Activities in the selection of the Student Event Allocation committee Assist Student Event Allocation committee in allocating funds with a budget of approximating $150,000 Serve as a professional staff member for Frosh Frenzy Tour Guide and Front Desk Employee The Office of Recruitment and Orientation, The University of Memphis, Memphis, TN September 2008-December 2011 Assist in recruiting prospective students to The University of Memphis Give daily scheduled tours of the campus to prospective students, guests, and various groups Assist in planning any recruiting events for prospective students Anticipated: August 2013
2011
Orientation Guide The Office of Recruitment and Orientation, The University of Memphis, Memphis, TN May 2010-August 2010 Selected to participate in peer-leadership, team-building, and diversity workshops Mentored new incoming students Assisted students in becoming accustomed to the campus and help register the students for classes Aided coordinators and staff with New Student Orientation events and training of other leaders Campus Involvement The University of Memphis Alumni Association Young Alumni Member
February 2012-Present
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) August 2007- October 2012 2012 Member 2010-2011 President Planned and led executive board and committee members in strategic planning discussions and goal setting Created agendas, discussion topics, and led weekly board meetings of 20 students Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills working with diverse staff and board members Assessed events and student development internally to ensure effective programming Maintained effective communication between collegiate chapter and Memphis chapter of NAACP Served as a representative at state and regional conferences 2009-2008 Vice President Performed duties of president in the absence of the president Created innovative ways to recruit new members to the organization 2008-2009 Programming & Research Committee Chair Planned the annual Mahogany Awards and Freedom Ball Gala for NAACP Managed a budget of approximately $9,000 Black Student Association Black History Month Committee Mahogany Awards and Freedom Ball Gala committee chair August 2007-December 2011
F.R.E.S.H. Mentoring Program (Focusing Resources to Enhance Students in Higher Education) 2008-2010 Mentor Student Activities Council August 2007-May 2010 Active Member Community Involvement Habitat for Humanity Volunteer and Team Member Professional Affiliations National Orientation Directors Association (NODA) Graduate Member National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) Graduate Member Skills Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
August 2009-December 2011
January 2013-Present
October 2012-Present
