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Joseph J. Leahy

Job-Related Interests

University Student Life Official, History Teacher, Choral Director/Music Teacher, Web Designer, Non-Profit Organization Director

Academic Background

Springfield High School, Springfield, Oregon, High School Diploma, 1995

Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington, Music Education, History minor, Teacher certification in both, May 2000

Work Experience

Gonzaga University Student Web Designer

Employed by the school under independent contract to build webpages and databases for the Division of Student Life. Responsibilities include updating webpages on the school site, and creating databases for Student Activities. Skills include use of SQL, Cold Fusion, DHTML, and Photoshop 5.5.

Academic and Special Populations Coordinator, 1998 Orientation, GU (March '98-September '98)

Responsible for planning all academic events, such as Academic Convocation in conjunction with Student Activities and Student Academic Services, in addition to coordination of all special population events, such as BBQs for students of color, and a Block Party to introduce the campus to different special populations. Worked in a team of five assisting the Coordinator with overall implementation of Crossroads '98 New Student Orientation, operating the school for the first week.

Resident Assistant, Residence Hall Staff, Gonzaga University (Summer '99)

R.A. duties for summer school students in Dooley Hall at Gonzaga University. Job included apartment manager-like duties such as assisting in maintenence and security of the premise, as well as programming activities and events for summer school students and ESL students to participate in.

City of Eugene Employee (State of Oregon), Summers of '95, '96, '97 Graffiti Removal, Vegetation Control

Given independent projects removing vegetation to keep bicycle paths clear of debris and vegetation in an outdoor setting. Independent field work in the graffiti removal program, with use of a City vehicle. Job included contacting property owners and discussing graffiti problems with local media, alongside painting over and removing graffiti on public structures.

Computer Lab Assistant (May '99- December '99)

Assisted people using computers in the School of Education Computer Resource Center. Good understanding of HTML, SQL, and Cold Fusion in addition to most Macintosh and Microsoft applications.

Campus Ministry Workstudy (August '97- May '99)

Office Aide. Initiated independent projects in addition to being given secretarial work. Use of Banner computer system, and building databases for distribution lists. Coordination of the Lector Training program, coordination of a large scale food drive, and leadership experience working on retreats in various capacities.

Volunteer Experience/ Work Experience

Residence Hall Association President of Gonzaga University (1997-1998)

Student Administrator of Gonzaga University's RHA. Responsible for the direction and goals of the second largest student body constituency at Gonzaga University. Worked one on one with an Executive Board promoting Residence Hall interests, such as diversity awareness through programs in conjunction with Unity House, social activities such as dances and contests, and providing volunteer opportunities in the Greater Spokane community through events such as G.U.S.T.O. (Gonzaga University in Service to Others)

Jazz Choir Director, Gonzaga University (Spring '99)

Responsible for directing GU's Jazz Choir. Includes planning rehearsals, making artistic decisions, and setting up performances in the Spokane area.

Youth Choir Director for Westminster Congregational Church (September '97-May '98)

Worked with 15 grade school age kids at a local church, teaching them to sing. Gave performances to the larger church community. Tried to increase musical competency while keeping the group and activities fun.

College Awards/ Achievements

Campus Ministry Student Life Award ('97-'98)
Campus Ministry Student Life Award ('98-'99)
RHA Presidential Service Award ('97-98)
1998 Allied Arts Festival-Silver Medal, Voice, Musical Theatre Division
1999 Allied Arts Festival-Silver Medal, Voice, Musical Theatre Division

References are available upon request.