15 Baker Street 105 Hastings

Wayne, NJ Hall
07470
Sophie Haiman University Park,
PA
sophiehaiman14@yahoo.com
EDUCATION:
Penn State University, University Park, PA May 2020 (Expected)
Majors: Bachelor of Arts in International Politics GPA: 3.80
Bachelor of Arts in Global & International Studies, Concentration: Human Rights
Minor in Womens Studies
Deans List, maintain a 3.5 or higher GPA
Paterno Fellows Aspirant, maintain a 3.7 or higher, a minimum of 2 honors courses each semester
EXPERIENCE:
Student Council, Penn State University, University Park Campus September 2016 Present
At-Large Representative, Selected by the entire student body as a representative for all undergraduate students
Member of Freshman Council, Selected by senior council members as a representative of the freshman class
Academic Affairs
Liaised between students and faculty
Researched comparable advising services and recommended job shadowing services
Provided improvements to current advising departments across the university
Drafted an early progress report resolution for faculty to assist students better understand their class
performance
Government Committees
Liaised between students and the local, state, and the national government
Consulted with state representatives to secure additional state funding
Drafted letters to senators in regards to the FDA blood ban
LMS Committee
Developed an understanding of the new technical system for the university
Consulted between Academic Affairs Committee and LMS Committee
Human Rights Brigade - Global Brigades, Penn State University January 2017 Present
Collaborate with team to plan visit that will empower Panamanian communities lacking access to legal
counseling (May 2017)
Plan to consult and lead educational workshops to provide aid for civil, property, and legal issues
Pennsylvania Democratic Party, University Park, PA October November 2016
Fellow (15+ hours per week)
Canvased the Penn State University Campus
Registered voters and encouraged support for the Democratic nominee
Solicited students to participate in campaign outreach efforts
Camp Veritans, Haledon, NJ Summer 2014 2016
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Ensured the safety of young children at a day camp pool serving 300 children ages 4-12
Taught swim classes daily to all ages and skill levels
ACTIVITIES:
Penn State IFC Panhellenic Dane Marathon (THON) September 2016 Present
Volunteer, Ohana Team
Fundraised by canning in front of storefronts to support pediatric cancer research and help affected children
and families
Field Hockey Team Captain & Varsity Athlete 2012 2016
Field Hockey Trainer Boys and Girls Club 2015 2016
Bnai Brith Youth Organization Membership Chair 2011 2016
Girl Scouts Silver Award 2010 2016