Lauren Melzer

807 2nd St. W. | Northfield, Minnesota

952-463-6015 | lmelzer01@hamline.edu | laurenmelzer.weebly.com

Skills and Strengths

Initiative and leadership in working with diverse
groups
Critical thinking, problem solving
Excellent time management, organizational skills,
and flexibility
Able to prioritize in fast paced environment
Legal policy research investigating education and
racial equity
Strong writing and interpersonal communication

Education
Hamline University, St. Paul, MN GPA 3.5
Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Justice Deans List: 5 semesters
concentration in education equity, May 2017 Relevant Coursework: Schools and Society; Diversity and
Minor: Nonprofit Management Education

Relevant Work Experience

Youth Program Assistant, September 2014 to May 2017
Youth Development Program, Project for Pride in Living, Minneapolis, MN
Plan, prepare, and implement age-appropriate literacy and enrichment activities with staff and youth
Maintain environment that allows students a space to bring their full selves acknowledging cultural differences
Recognize and address behavioral and developmental stagnation seen in youth clientele as it relates to literacy

Program Development Chair, May 2016 to May 2017

Catalyst Executive Board, Wesley Center, Hamline University, St. Paul, MN
Train and guide four student leaders through the development of a social-issue oriented off-campus program
Develop and implement monthly staff trainings, including a 3-day workshop
Develop and implement program-wide evaluation and rubric based on previously set Board goals

Research Intern, February 2017 to May 2017

Minneapolis Foundation/Black Lives Matter-Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Research policies and practices affecting Minnesotans of color in regards to education
Drafted vision statements pertaining to policy work
Synthesized research findings into document with intention of collaborating with various community organizations

Additional Experience
School Age Staff Care, Midway YMCA, St. Paul, MN, June 2016 to September 2016
New Trip Development Chair, Hamline University, St. Paul, MN, April 2015 to May 2016
Nanny, College Nannies and Tutors, St. Paul, MN, June 2015 to January 2016
Student Admissions Worker, Hamline University, St. Paul, MN, September 2013 to May 2014
Personal Care Assistant, Accra Care, Northfield, MN, June 2012 to August 2014
Dietary Assistant, Millstream Commons, Northfield, MN, March 2011 to October 2012

Additional Information
Wesley Center Leadership Award, Spring 2017
Erickson Social Justice Scholarship Award, Spring 2017
Social Justice Alumni Project, May 2016
Alternative Break Citizenship Conference, August 2016
Alternative Spring Break Site Leader, 2014-2016
Hamline Achievement Award, 2013-2017