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Viola Geismann

Westport

Summary

As a dynamic and results-driven leader, I have consistently exceeded expectations in leadership roles, including serving as the president of my class. I specialize in effective communication, teamwork, and creativity, using these skills to generate new ideas and drive positive change. I value collaboration and work effectively with others to achieve common goals. Motivated by challenges, I view rejection as an opportunity for redirection. In my leadership positions, I've successfully navigated adversity with administration, leveraging strong communication skills to implement meaningful change on my college campus. I thrive in environments that demand leadership, innovation, and continuous learning, always pushing myself to deliver exceptional results.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Class President

Bucknell Student Government
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Managed the successful implementation of various campus projects, such as facility upgrades, public safety measures, and access to free women's reproductive care
  • Organized two events per semester for over 1,000 students to promote engagement and support for all students
  • Collaborate with students to generate feedback on student satisfaction
  • Run a Senate, divide tasks, and generate projects for all Senate members to work on
  • Create relationships between the administration, and act as a liaison between the administration and the students
  • Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously

PR

Bison Pals Club
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Created and curated content for Bison Pals (a club where Bucknell students partner with mentally and physically disabled Lewisburg locals to create lasting meaningful friendships)
  • Posted and created flyers for weekly events

VP of DEI

Alpha Chi Omega
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Head of DEI for sorority chapter
  • Developed relationships with each woman to be a resource for everyone in case of a DEI issue
  • Promoted understanding and education around diversity, equity, and inclusion to every member of the chapter
  • Developed and implemented mandatory cultural humility training for all chapter members
  • Encouraged chapter members to participate in DEI related events around campus
  • Held individual meetings with chapter members who violated our DEI expectation

Library Cataloging Assistant

Bucknell HR
08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Created new call numbers for books in the library
  • Opened and organized mail for staff members
  • Organized new and old books in the library stacks

Student Voting Coalition

08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Worked with 200+ students all over campus to aid them in properly registering to vote for the 2024 election
  • Promoted and preached the importance of exercising one's right to vote in a bipartisan manner
  • Provided voting information for students on where to vote
  • Acted as an open resource for all election-related questions
  • Hosted virtual registering sessions, available for all students to attend

PR Team

Alpha Chi Omega
09.2023 - 01.2025
  • Created content for the chapter's Instagram account to please all members
  • Provided critical feedback to ensure good content
  • Developed edited videos to use during recruitment

Camp Counselor

Gan Israel
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Taught and educated preschool students on Jewish culture through activities, songs, and art projects
  • Ensured the happiness and safety of each child
  • Created a safe and welcoming environment for all children to come to camp every day
  • Dealt with adversity with parents to ensure their satisfaction with camp

Social Media Intern

The College Corner
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Worked with a start-up company to help develop content to grow their business
  • Obtained high views on curated videos on social media to promote the College Corner
  • Generated new PR ideas and executed through editing apps

President and Founder of Staples AWARE

08.2019 - 09.2022

- Created a club at Staples High School that partners with different Women's health organizations each year to support` and fundraise for their given cause

- Lead meetings for students to help others get involved

- Worked at many events to ensure everything was running smoothly


Elementary School Intern

Coleytown Elementary School
04.2022 - 06.2025
  • Developed lesson plans for 5th graders

Nanny

08.2020 - Current
  • Took care of the same 2 children for the past 5 years
  • Developed a strong relationship with parents
  • Promoted safety in a fun manner to ensure good behavior and happiness for each child
  • Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.


Instructor

Westport Paddle Club
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Took groups of children onto the Saugatuck River and showed them how to paddleboard
  • Taught children new techniques on how to properly paddle on a SUP (stand-up paddle board)
  • Created relationships with the campers and parents to establish good communication

Education

BA - Political Science Major

Bucknell University
Lewisburg PA
08.2022 - Current

GED -

Staples High School
Westport Connecticut
08.2018 - 8 2022

Skills

  • Creativity

  • Ability to Work in a Team

  • Problem Solving

  • Communication Skills

  • Adaptability

  • Leadership

  • Teamwork

  • Communication

Timeline

Library Cataloging Assistant

Bucknell HR
08.2024 - 01.2025

Student Voting Coalition

08.2024 - 01.2025

Camp Counselor

Gan Israel
05.2024 - 08.2024

Social Media Intern

The College Corner
05.2024 - 06.2024

PR

Bison Pals Club
01.2024 - 01.2025

VP of DEI

Alpha Chi Omega
01.2024 - 01.2025

PR Team

Alpha Chi Omega
09.2023 - 01.2025

Class President

Bucknell Student Government
01.2023 - 01.2025

BA - Political Science Major

Bucknell University
08.2022 - Current

Elementary School Intern

Coleytown Elementary School
04.2022 - 06.2025

Nanny

08.2020 - Current

President and Founder of Staples AWARE

08.2019 - 09.2022

Instructor

Westport Paddle Club
08.2019 - 08.2021

GED -

Staples High School
08.2018 - 8 2022
Viola Geismann