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Experience & Education

Timeline

Education, work, leadership, honors, and organizations on a single chronological spine — most recent at the top.

Active now Completed
Aug 2025
Present

Kappa Alpha Pi — Pre-Law & Government Fraternity

UT Austin Chapter → Great Plains Region · Leadership

A progression from founding pledge to regional leadership — within the newly established UT Austin chapter and, now, the national organization.

Aug 2025 – Dec 2025
Pledge

Member of the Fall 2025 founding pledge class of the newly established UT Austin chapter.

Nov 2025 – May 2026
Standards Board Chair

Led the Standards Board, reporting directly to the Vice-President of Membership. Responsible for internal chapter compliance and constitutional reporting.

May 2026 – Present
Assistant Regional Director · Great Plains Region

Oversees 3 active, 2 developing, and 2 emerging chapters across the University of Oklahoma, University of Minnesota–Twin Cities, Iowa State, the University of Iowa, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Kansas State, and the University of Kansas. Advises chapter delegates and collaborates with national members to plan the annual KAPi national conference in Chicago each March.

LeadershipTeam ManagementProfessionalismPhilanthropyBrotherhoodNetworkingProfessional Communication
Aug 2025
May 2026

Ambassador — Liberal Arts Honors Scholars Program

The University of Texas at Austin · College of Liberal Arts

Represented the Liberal Arts Honors Scholars program to prospective students and their families. Attended weekly meetings and served as a point of contact for questions about program offerings and opportunities.

Public SpeakingEmployee EngagementProblem SolvingProfessional Communication
Aug 2024
Aug 2026

Bachelor of Arts, Government — Minor: Business & Public Policy

The University of Texas at Austin

A BA in Government with a minor in Business and Public Policy through McCombs. Member of the Liberal Arts Honors Program and University Honors. Current GPA: 3.94.

Organizations
Liberal Arts Honors Student Council — First-Year Member2024–25
Texas Future Lawyers — Active Member2025–26
Texas Running Club
Honors
Dean's Honor List — Ampla Cum LaudeFeb 2025
Dean's Honor List — Summa Cum LaudeFeb 2026
Liberal Arts Honors ScholarMay 2026
Public PolicyResearch SkillsWriting & CompositionTime ManagementPublic Speaking
Jun 2022
Present

Barista Trainer & Coffee Master

Starbucks

Responsible for cash handling, crafting quality beverages, and creating a strong customer experience. Supports management as needed and trains new baristas, consistently going beyond expectations to ensure customer satisfaction.

Partner Networks
Disability Advocacy Network2022 – Present
NEXT at Starbucks2023 – Present
Partners for Sustainability2024 – Present
Honors
Partner of the Quarter — South Central RegionApr 2025

Awarded by regional nomination and selection — recognized with a certificate and bonus.

Problem SolvingCustomer ServiceBusiness ManagementEmployee EngagementMarketingAttention to Detail
Oct 2021
Jun 2022

Team Lead

Panera Bread

Oversaw associates during scheduled shifts and stepped in to fulfill manager duties when needed. Trained new employees and assisted with prep, bakery, and catering operations.

Problem SolvingCustomer ServiceTeam ManagementLeadership
Jun 2021
Oct 2021

Sacker

United Supermarkets, LLC

Assisted customers with carry-out and unloading groceries, performed store maintenance duties, and supported cashiers as needed.

Customer ServiceProfessional Communication
Aug 2020
May 2024

High School Diploma — Honors & College Credit

Lubbock-Cooper High School

Graduated with a 103.95 GPA, ranked 4th in a class of 435. Completed dual-credit, AP, and On-Ramps coursework alongside South Plains College dual enrollment (4.0 GPA). Active in student leadership and community organizations throughout all four years.

Leadership & Certifications
Vice-President — Student Council2020–24
Vice-President — Class of 20242022–23
National Honor Society2023–24
Microsoft Word 2019 CertificationNov 2021
Microsoft Excel 2019 CertificationMar 2022
Honors & Awards
UIL Scholar AwardMay 2024
Presidential Education Award (issued by POTUS)May 2024
Hawthorne Capital ScholarshipJun 2024
Operation Round Up Scholarship (S. Plains Electric Co-Op)Jun 2024
College Board NRSTA — Academic AchievementAug 2023
LeadershipTime ManagementPublic SpeakingCommunity EngagementMicrosoft OfficeAcademic Achievement