Anna Renzetti

Seattle, WA | 206.747.5873 | annarenzetti@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/annarenzetti/

CAREER SUMMARY
Committed student affairs professional with knowledge and understanding of college student development, student-centered learning, career advising, programming, event planning, and instruction. Motivated by collaboration and building relationships with students and colleagues. Extensive knowledge and experience in: Career Pathway Planning and Advising Internship/Job Search Strategies Web-based and Social Networking Tools Program/Workshop Development Working with Underserved Student Populations DSHS Processes and Navigation

EDUCATION
Master of Education Degree, Student Development Administration Seattle University | Seattle, WA Anticipated Graduation: June 2014 Bachelor of Humanities Degree, Communication Western Washington University (WWU) | Bellingham, WA Graduated: June 2008

STUDENT AFFAIRS EXPERIENCE

Career Advisor, Graduate Assistant Albers Placement Center, Seattle University | Seattle, WA September 2013 - Present Advise on average 15-20 undergraduate students a week, assisting them with resume and cover letter writing, job searching techniques, mock interviews, career exploration, and LinkedIn. Co-present resume workshop 3 to 5 times a quarter for the Business Communications class. Collaborate with Albers staff on planning quarterly internship and career fairs, implementing strategic planning skills to insure events run smoothly and students can navigate effectively. Manage Albers Placement Center social media strategies, including updating Facebook and Twitter weekly. Career Instruction Intern Counseling Center, Highline Community College | Des Moines, WA January 2013 - March 2014 Contributed to Highlines development of a new career services center by presenting a synthesis of best practices gathered from interviewing career development professionals at 4 community colleges, to a 15 member advisory committee of faculty and staff. Assessed Career 110: Career Exploration and Self-Evaluation course, which improved implementation of structure, content and student engagement for future classes. Energized students around networking and informational interviews by creating and teaching a lesson plan on networking, utilizing Prezi and also LinkedIn to increase engagement and understanding. Career Advising Intern TRIO, Highline Community College | Des Moines, WA May 2013 - November 2013 Created and instituted new TRiO career development program by implementing career advising and designing the TRiO Career Preparation Guide, all which are still being utilized to assist TRiO students with interest and career exploration, educational goal setting, resume and cover letter creation, and networking skills. Instructed workshop on academic resume development and personal statements for summer BRIDGE course, as well as a workshop tailored to help the Counseling Center staff with student use of LinkedIn.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Rehabilitation Technician The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) | Bellevue, WA December 2011- September 2013 Developed new orientation program which eliminated client wait-lists for intake appointments, while also enhancing first-time clients knowledge of DVR resources. Provided in-depth information about DVR services by presenting DVR orientation to an average of 15-20 new clients weekly, aiding in personal decision-making of individuals based on needs and career interests. Managed partnerships with up to 30 employers and community organizations in the Bellevue area, which provided clients with direct access to a variety of resources to support their independence and career goals. Enhanced DVR productivity and sustainability by training a new employee to perform confidently and efficiently on case management updates, assessments procedures, and counselor support. Program Coordinator Educating Future Leaders | Bellingham, WA June 2010 - January 2011 Assisted in implementing a mentor program for 15 high school and college students, empowering students to develop as leaders and celebrate their unique interests and educational pursuits through community service work. Introduced high school students to the benefits of electronic portfolios by facilitating a hands on workshop where students used the website tool Weebly to present their proudest work, which many were successful in using to enhance their applications to colleges. Communications Associate The Hamilton Friends Association | Seattle, WA February 2009 - November 2009 Collaborated with the director of operations to develop Salesforce database, which was beneficial in recording student information and being able to track student progress. Primary contributor to planning the week-long leadership retreat Seattle Leader Week and the Hamilton Friends Annual Leaders Gala, involved in supporting and engaging with students, also designed flyers, save-the-dates and invitations for both events. Group Leader National Youth Sports Program | Salt Lake City, Utah June August 2005, 2006 Mentored and supervised group of 12 middle school students, primarily from underserved communities, encouraging healthy habits and educational retention through team building and mentorship activities. Assisted in teaching topics on drug and alcohol prevention, health and nutrition and educational goal setting.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Notable Presentations Networking: A Skill for Life. Career 110: Career Planning and Self-Evaluation. Highline Community College. (2014) How to be an Effective Internship Site Supervisor. Student Development Administration. Seattle University. (2014) LinkedIn for Career Counseling Professionals. Highline Community College. (2013) Understanding the First-Generation College Student. Highline Community College. (2013) Resume Revamp. TRiO Summer Bridge. Highline Community College (2013) Conference-Planning Involvement Technology Unconference Planning Committee. Seattle University (2014) Student Development Administration Internship Fair Committee. Seattle University (2014) Seattle University Internship Fair. Seattle University (2014) Business and Engineering Career Fair. Seattle University. (2013) TRiO Kickoff Event. Highline Community College. (2013)