Brendan Clifford is a student at Suffolk University pursuing a double major in International Affairs and History, with a GPA of 3.915. He has experience working as a legal assistant, writing tutor, ESOL tutor, and shift supervisor at a chocolate store. His leadership experience includes serving as the president of the CAS Honors Program and as a research assistant. He is proficient in Microsoft Office, Spanish, and has skills in ASL.

1. Brendan Clifford
(774) 273-1652 | bjclifford2@suffolk.edu
224 Cambridge St, Apt 2, Boston, MA 02114
EDUCATION:
SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY, Boston, MA
Candidate for Bachelor of Arts, Expected May 2016
College of Arts and Sciences Honors Program, Double Major, International Affairs and History
Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand - Study Abroad, Fall Semester 2014
G.P.A.: 3.915
EXPERIENCE:
LAW OFFICE OF MARIE C. VACCARELLI June 2015- Present
Legal Assistant
 Assist in paralegal, clerical, and related matters for a Boston based attorney specializing in divorce law.
 Filed Pleading Dockets, drafted motions and exhibits, filed all paperwork for the practice.
SUFFOLK UNIVERSTY CENTER FOR LEARNING AND September 2015- December 2015
ACADEMIC SUCCESS
Writing Tutor
 Work one-on-one with cohorts and peers to help them enhance their writing skills and work through
intensive tutoring sessions.
JEWISH VOCATIONAL SERVICES, Boston, MA January 2013-May 2014
ESOL Volunteer Tutor
 Tutored political refugees for 6-8 hours per week in fundamental English skills, focused on improving
employability within the city of Boston and vicinity
HILLIARDS CHOCOLATE Stores, Mansfield and Easton, MA March 2011 - Present
Shift Supervisor, May 2013 – Present
 Managed staff of up to 10 Sales Associates, daily operations at assigned store as well as
special Assignments in Production and Design Departments as assigned by business owners. Worked
on a seasonal and as needed basis.
 Assisted in launching the establishment of new satellite store in Mansfield
Sales Associate, March 2011 – April 2013
Consistently recognized by owners and supervisors for strong customer service skills
LEADERSHIP:
Suffolk University, Boston MA
College of Arts and Sciences Honors Program Class Representative, Vice President, President 2012- Present
National Collegiate Honors Council Conference Presenter and Attendee November 2013, 2015
Center for Learning and Academic Success, Ballotti Learning Scholar (Faculty Liaison Scholar) 2015
Foundations of Excellence Philosophy Dimension Committee, Member 2014-2015
Faculty Advisory Committee for CAS Honors Program, Member 2013- Present
CAS Honors Program, Peer Mentor 2013- Present
Suffolk University, Boston MA
Research Assistant November 2013- May 2014
 Assisted Professor Roberto Dominguez, Government Department, in research for three books
 Compiled and analyzed data from IGO sites including CIPRI, world fact books, and government
websites into functional tables for use in publications
History of Boston MOOC Student Research April 2014-July 2014
 Assisted Professor Robert Allison, History Department, and Digital Cowboys media team to construct
the History of Boston massive open enrollment online course, including construction of the course
and creation of trivia games which served as progress tests for course participants
SKILLS:
 Well-versed in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, as well as
Prezi and Word Perfect
 Proficient in Spanish Language, including speaking, writing, and reading. Introductory working
knowledge of American Sign Language
 Experienced with operation of both PC and Apple products and software.