ALYSSA SEVERSON

Seattle, WA · alyssa.severson@gmail.com · (XXX) XXX-XXXX · linkedin.com/in/alyssaseverson

EDUCATION
Seattle University Seattle, WA
Master of Education, Student Development Administration Program Projected June 2021

Gonzaga University Spokane, WA

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Minor in Art, 100-hour TESOL certification May 2017
Magna Cum Laude

STUDENT AFFAIRS EXPERIENCE

Seattle University Housing & Residence Life Seattle, WA
Assistant Area Coordinator August 2019—Present
• Collaboratively work with 2 professional staff members to lead 21 Resident Assistants (RAs) and 650+ residents
• Supervise up to 7 RAs each quarter
• Adjudicate student conduct meetings with diverse student population by utilizing motivational interviewing
• Serve in an on-call capacity to address crisis situations like suicidal ideation, sexual assault, alcohol transports
and more
• Created an RA group process as part of the RA Selection Committee by using learning outcomes, crafting new
rubrics, and training evaluators
College Possible Washington Seattle, WA (remote)
Graduate Intern June 2020—September 2020
• Implemented a 3-day virtual bridge program for 19 incoming college first-years who recently immigrated to the
U.S. by conducting research and identifying presenters who shared salient identities with the students
• Built robust partnership with sponsoring foundation and secured funding for program to continue
• Increased Instagram followership by 20%, created a social media guide and increased interactions with posts
• Constructed 5 training sessions for AmeriCorps coaches on continuing education topics like Title IX, the
scholarship search, community college pathways and more
• Counseled students and helped troubleshoot issues around financial aid, registration and local scholarships

Duke Kunshan University Kunshan, China (remote)

Graduate Intern in Campus Engagement, Student Conduct & Assessment May 2020—August 2020
• Created Duke Kunshan University’s inaugural club handbook outlining all policies and procedures related to
student clubs and organizations
• Conducted institutional research and identified best practices locally and globally to construct policies and
procedures around alcohol use at events, risk management, travel policies, and more
• Developed training sessions, learning outcomes, and facilitation guides for student leaders’ continuing education
• Designed post-event student satisfaction Qualtrics survey and provided feedback on campus-wide assessment

CollegePoint at College Possible Oregon Portland, OR

E-Advisor October 2018—July 2019
• Completed a 1700-hour AmeriCorps term of service by supporting 250+ high-achieving seniors from low-income
backgrounds apply and matriculate to selective colleges
• Crafted balanced school recommendations based on students’ academic profile, fit factors, and career interests
• Edited and provided feedback for 100+ essays, including selective full-ride scholarships
Gonzaga University Career & Professional Development Spokane, WA
Professional Representative and 2015-2016 President September 2014—May 2017
• Acted as liaison between Career & Professional Development staff and students to identify student career needs
• Developed and delivered informative presentations on LinkedIn to various student groups
• Reviewed and edited peers’ resumes, cover letters and other professional documents
• Delivered a speech about Gonzaga University’s career services to a group of 200+ students, alumni, and
prospective employees

Gonzaga University Housing & Residence Life Spokane, WA

Resident Assistant August 2014—May 2016
• Built relationships with 45 residents by conducting one-on-one meetings each semester
• Planned and coordinated monthly community service opportunities and social events for a living learning
community
• Conducted rounds to check building facilities, document policy violations and respond to emergency situations

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

VIPKid China (remote)
English Teacher March 2018—May 2019
• Taught English vocabulary and grammar in an online, interactive classroom for 10 hours/week
• Utilized props, physical cues and comprehension checks to extend learning
• Conducted unit assessments; wrote student feedback including strengths and areas of growth

Chonburi “Sukkhabot” School Chonburi, Thailand

English Teacher November 2017—March 2018
• Developed lesson plans and taught 740 Thai high school students conversational English
• Integrated students’ interests into lesson plans to keep students engaged and learning
• Collaborated with upper administration, co-teachers and agent to best support students

Sundance Marketing, Inc. Portland, OR

Small Business Intern May 2017—September 2017
• Handled business operations independently while President was traveling internationally
• Quoted custom orders, communicated with suppliers, and created invoices

VOLUNTEER
College Admissions Advisor at ScholarMatch—remote August 2019—May 2020
Essay Evaluator at the Gates Foundation—remote February 2019
Academic and Professional Support at Daybreak Youth Services—Spokane, WA August 2016—May 2017
Front Desk Attendant at Planned Parenthood—Spokane, WA June 2016—August 2016

CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Communications Chair for Seattle University Student Development Association
Author and Supporting Editor for the Magis Student Development Journal at Seattle University
Member of Seattle University’s Conduct Review Board
Member of the Resident Assistant Selection Committee

PROFFESIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Association of College and University Housing Officers—International (ACHUO-I)
Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA)
American College Personnel Association (ACPA)