Katherine M.

Bowser
1005 N. Grove St. Apt. C13, Bowling Green, OH 43402
724-216-3834 kbowser@bgsu.edu
EDUCATION
Bowling Green State University (BGSU), Bowling Green, OH
Master of Arts: College Student Personnel, Department of Higher Education and Student Affairs

May 2015

Allegheny College, Meadville, PA

May 2012
Bachelor of Science: Neuroscience major; Political Science minor
Senior Thesis: Yearlong independent research on working memory performance in relation to anxiety levels, sleep
patterns, and study habits in college students; was orally defended
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AND SERVICE-LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Assistant Director of Curricular Programming, Office of Service-Learning, BGSU
August 2014-Present
Graduate Internship; 20 hours per week
Co-facilitate the Service-Learning Faculty Learning Community (SLFLC) with Associate Director and faculty liaison to
engage BGSU faculty members across a variety of disciplines in service-learning pedagogy
Revise the SLFLC curriculum by researching and reviewing current literature in the field of civic engagement
Organize the Faculty Focus Series to foster collaboration amongst faculty interested in service-learning pedagogy
Plan annual awards banquet to celebrate the achievements of students, faculty, and community partners
Compile data necessary to complete the Presidents Higher Education Honor Roll application
Supervise Civic Action Leaders, a highly competitive scholarship program in which civically engaged students work to
inform, inspire, and impact the BGSU campus population
Assistant Director of Co-Curricular Programming, Office of Service-Learning, BGSU
August 2013-May 2014
Graduate Internship; 20 hours per week
Co-facilitated weekly enhancement meetings with Civic Action Leaders to develop active citizenship
Co-coordinated and supervised planning of major office events to engage the wider campus community
Managed 875 student volunteers and 53 community partner sites for the MLK Jr. Day of Service Challenge
Advised the inaugural Bowling Green Alternative Breaks seven member executive board to successfully launch BGSUs
first six alternative breaks
Promoted social justice and civility on campus by modeling ethical leadership in everyday life
Developed skills in advising, inclusion, organizational resources, leadership, and student development through
connecting job responsibilities with coursework
Attended conferences, including the 2014 Gulf-South Summit and various Ohio Campus Compact programming to
further develop my skills in and knowledge of the field
Davies Program Coordinator, Community Service and Service Learning, Allegheny College
June 2012-May 2013
Supervised 14 Davies Community Service Leaders by completing work study paperwork, tracking hours, and
conducting one-on-ones with students and on-site supervisors
Collaborated directly with non-profit community partners to foster sustainable community partnerships
Recruited approximately 100 students and 20 community partners and planned logistics for monthly Service Saturdays
Worked with 15 person planning committee to plan all aspects of Make a Difference Day for approximately 1,000
student and community volunteers and 106 project sites
Facilitated bimonthly trainings for Davies Leaders to develop critical thinking, professionalism, and active citizenship
OTHER HIGHER EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
Assessment Practicum, Arts Village Learning Community, BGSU
January 2015 Present
Conduct focus groups to gauge student satisfaction and outcomes of the living learning community
Create final summary of assessment and research findings and suggested implementation
Career Center Practicum, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
August 2014-December 2014
Assisted students with cover letter and resume writing, and interviewing skills to ensure effective communication of
skills and experiences
Utilized University of Michigans unique i-plan model to aid student success in the job or graduate school search

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Greek House Director, Fraternity and Sorority Life, BGSU

August 2013-May 2014
Advised the men of Alpha Sigma Phi by providing support in group development and crisis management
Managed facilities upkeep of house by conducting health and wellness checks, conducting fire drills and house meetings,
and completing paperwork for an 11 bed residence
OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Operations Supervisor, Idlewild Park and SoakZone, Ligonier, PA
Summer 2014
Earned three academic credits towards masters degree by developing and implementing team member leadership
workshop to improve employee and guest relations
Cultivated a sense of situational awareness, calmness under pressure, and mental flexibility by engaging in a multifaceted and fast-paced work environment
Supervised 160 team members by collaborating on a team of four supervisors and fostering positive supervisor-team
member relations
Responded to a wide range of emergency situations regarding ride malfunction, severe weather procedures, guest
relations, and team member needs
Conducted safety training for team members and supervised the continued safety practices of daily operations by being
alert and detail-oriented
Team Lead/Ride Operator 2006-2010, 2013; managed and trained team of 22 employees, including maintaining weekly
shift schedules
ALTERNATIVE BREAK AND SERVICE TRIPS
Affordable Housing and Community Development, Advisor, Goshen, IN
Rural Poverty in Appalachia, Advisor, Cranks Creek, KY
Affordable Housing, Student Site Leader, Annville, PA
International Poverty and Community Development, Trip Participant, Tipitapa, Nicaragua
Fostered relationships with community of Nicaraguans who previously lived in a Managuan garbage dump
Completed research on holistic health and earned two academic credits
LGBTQ Education and Social Justice, Trip Participant, Philadelphia, PA

March 2014
March 2013
March 2011
May 2010

March 2009

LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE

Vice President of Community Outreach, Bowling Green Student Development Association January December 2014
Provide opportunities for peers to engage with the Bowling Green community through service and volunteerism
Lead Class Agent and Volunteer in Service to Allegheny, Allegheny College
Serve as a primary liaison between the Office of the Annual Fund and recent alumni
Attend college fairs and write holiday cards to prospective students to promote the Allegheny experience

2012-Present

Davies Service Leader, Meadville-Western Crawford County Chamber of Commerce

2011-2012
Envisioned, planned, and implemented the First Annual Meet Your Neighbors Business Showcase to aid students in
securing local jobs and internships; 31 local businesses and 200 students participated
Developed relationships with community, business, and agency leaders by networking at various community functions
RECOGNITION
Group Excellence in Service-Learning, BGSU
Lew Davies Outstanding Community Service Award, Allegheny College
Cornerstone Award Recipient, Allegheny College

Spring 2014
Spring 2012
Fall 2011