Laura Vogelsang

616-322-4805 | vogelsal@mail.gvsu.edu
ED UC A TI ON

Grand Valley State University

Bachelors of Social Work Graduated April 2017
Masters of Social Work Graduating April 2018

Relevant Coursework
Social Work: Poverty Service Learning in Grand Rapids Immersion December 2017
 Eleven days spent at local agencies volunteering and learning about systems and poverty
in Kent County.

EX P ER I ENC E

Professional

Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids—MSW Intern

Grand Rapids, MI August 2017 to Present

 Facilitating youth and adult grief and cancer support groups to promote social support
and emotional healthcare.
Family Outreach Center: Project C.H.I.L.L.—BSW Intern
Grand Rapids, MI August 2016 to April 2017
 Conducted preventative group activities and lessons to help clients gain knowledge of
mental health, gain coping and communication skills, and reduce their chances of a
mental illness.
Pathways, MI—Youth Facilitator
Muskegon, MI January 2016 to March 2017
 Managed curriculum for “Family Strengthening Class” to improve children’s
communication and coping skills through group discussions and activities.
Grand Valley State University Security—Parking Enforcement
Grand Rapids, MI August 2017 to Present
 Directing and coordinating security for GVSU students, faculty, and visitors.

Spartan Stores YMCA—Assistant Preschool Teacher

Wyoming, MI May 2015 to August 2017
 Taught early childhood development and education to promote a healthy mind, body,
and spirit.
Walt Disney World Resorts –Disney College Program Intern
Orlando, FL August 2014 to December 2014
 Worked in food service, retail, and children’s recreational activities.
 Gained skills in costumer service, communicating with language barriers, and working
under high-stress quick paced environments.
Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital—Room Service Ambassador
Grand Rapids, MI April 2013 t0 August 2014
 Involved assisting and educating maternity and oncology patients to help them
understand their dietary restrictions and aid them with ordering meals.

Volunteer

Kids In Motion: Harrison Park Elementary School—Youth Volunteer

Grand Rapids, MI September 2015 to April 2016
 Organized and facilitated youth activities to promote physical activity and exercise for
youth.
St. Robert of Newminster Parish—Sunday School Teacher Volunteer
Ada, MI September 2006 to May 2012
 Developed lesson plans for students and created activities and crafts to engage students
and increase their understanding of Catholicism.

Extracurricular Activities

Phi Alpha Honors Society: Chi Epsilon Chapter—Executive Board Member

Grand Rapids, MI September 2017 to April 2018
 Coordinating events and fundraisers, communicating with students and faculty, and
directing recruitment to expand the organization and find leadership.

Trainings
Motivational Interviewing (2016)
Recipient Rights (2016)
Young Adult Grief (2017)
End of Life Pain Management (2018)