1. Ashlyn Branan
1825 Parker Road SE
Conyers, GA 30094
Aparrtment 1409
Phone: 478-697-6109
eMail: ashlyn.douglas@bobcats.gcsu.edu
Education
Georgia College & State University, Milledgeville, Georgia
Bachelor's Degree in Sociology
Graduated: May 2015
Brentwood School, Sandersville, Georgia
Graduated: May 2011
Community-Based Research Experience
Community-based Research highlights civic engagement in which the researcher builds sustainable
and mutually beneficial relationships between the university and the community.
Douglas, A.,Godwin, S., Aranda, V.,Watson, S., Jay, J. “Artists, Actors,and Activists: Artistically
Approaching Solidarity and Leaving Ego Behind.” IMPACT:National Conference. February 21,
2015. Los Angeles, CA.
The Impact Conference is a national conference which is, “historically the largest gathering in the
country focused on the civic engagement of college students in community service, service-learning,
community-based research,advocacy and other forms of social action. Our mission is to strengthen
communities through service, action, and advocacy.” Plan to submit a proposal for the Georgia
College Student Research Conference:Spring 2015.
Developed sophisticated interviewing skills. Ability to listen well and maintain neutrality so that
interviewees feelcomfortable and are willing to provide rich detail of their experiences.
Honors, Awards & Memberships
2015 Newman Civic Fellow
2015 Summa Cum Laude Graduate
2015 Outstanding Sociology Major
2014 Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society
2014-2012 Georgia College and State University President’s List
2013 Georgia College and State University Alumni Scholarship (2)
Community-based Experience and Public Service
2015 Participated in the facilitation of French language acquisition among community members by
helping edit their learning material
2014 Harrisburg Mural Dedication Organizer
2015-2014 Secretary of the “Debunkers” Sociology Club
2014 Service-Learning at the Baldwin Senior Center