Elaina Halicek

emh5422@psu.edu
724-462-3407

School Address
520 E Calder Way Apt 101
State College, PA 16801

Home Address
154 Anthony Wayne Terrace
Baden, PA 15005

Education
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park

May 2017 (expected)

Bachelor of Science in Criminology with a concentration in U.S. Law/Legal Studies.

Minor in Security Risk Analysis

Relevant Courses:
Business Law, Intro to Criminal Justice, Criminology, Intro to Law. Communication Arts and Sciences: Rhetoric and
Civic Life I and II (Honors), Completed foreign language requirement in Intermediate Spanish, Labor and Employee
Relations, Sociology, Security Risk Analysis

Related Experience
Research Student in Crim 250W

September 2015-December 2015

Performed qualitative and quantitative research on aspects of social sciences using SDA or Survey
Documentation and Analysis
Analyzed social science data to further comprehend the general themes and issues that exist
Created an extensive literature review, multiple proposals, and experimental templates to help guide my research
Executed face-to-face interviews with students to track trends and basic ideologies related to my topic

Mediation Intern at the Office of Attorney General (BCP)

May 2015 August 2015
Mediated consumer complaints, seeking restitution, refund, or other relief for consumers and affected
businesses in a fair and impartial manner.
Conducted studies, investigations and research into matters concerning consumer interests and spending
Investigated fraud and deception in the sale, servicing and furnishing of goods and products, and strived
to eliminate such illegal actions
Managed over 80+ cases of consumer issues simultaneously, working overtime almost everyday
Crew Member at Wendy's
September 2012 - August 2013
Prepared all food and refreshments in a timely and organized manner
Administrated cash register transactions, using critical thinking and mathematical skills
Communicated with customers and crew members to ensure satisfaction and efficiency
Worked up to 40 hours a week while also attending school, assisting up to 500 people a day
Skills & Expertise
Basic knowledge of Spanish: Reading, Writing, Speaking
Quantitative and qualitative research
Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access
Data Analysis
Mediation between two or more parties
Awards and Achievements
Awarded IBEW Local Union 712 Scholarship for Academics
Attained Employee of the Month in fast food for 3 consecutive months
Ultimate Frisbee Team member