1. JESSICA HILES
1007 Zeisler Street • La Crosse, WI 54601 • 608-606-1728 • hiles.jessica@uwlax.edu
EDUCATION
• University of Wisconsin La Crosse M.A. in Therapeutic Recreation Ongoing
• GPA 4.0
• Viterbo University B.S. Major in Psychology May of 2015
• Minor in Women's Studies
• GPA 3.85
Research History
Research Entitled Recovery Narratives 2013
Seven Rivers Research
• Administered interviews with participants in sensitive subjects like substance abuse and relationships
• Experienced the constructing of research posters
• Worked as a team with other researchers
• Presented research at the Seven Rivers Research Symposium for undergraduate students
• Submitted for publication
American Psychological Association-National Convention 2014
• Conducted qualitative and quantitative research that examined interviews pertaining to healthy relationships
and healthy life changes
• Presented research regarding substance abuse and counseling differences between men and women
Research Entitled “Catholic School Girl Stereotype” 2014
Seven Rivers Research
• Conducted a qualitative research study looking into the Catholic school girl stereotype and when, how,
and why it began
• Interviewed Sisters on their experience as women within the church
EXPERIENCES
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse, WI
General Assistant
 Facilitated Classes in which I proctored exams, helped with class projects, and engaged with the students
 Edited books professors have written
 Facilitated small group discussions
 Graded exams and other course related materials
Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI 2012-2014
Tutor
• Tutored general psychology, effective behavior, statistics, interviewing, lifespan psychology, and research methods
• Constructed study guides for those tutored and helped guide the understanding of in-depth vocabulary,
concepts, and critical thinking
 Provided guidance by those tutored
Hamilton Elementary School, La Crosse WI 2013-Present
Volunteer and Practicum Experience
 Helped engage students in music and art activities
 Facilitated students who had attentional deficits, physical handicaps, autism, and other learning disabilities
 Learned how to work as a team with the teacher and aids
Vernon Voices and Vernon Manor, Viroqua WI 2000-2014
 Volunteered with the elderly and disabled

2.  Facilitated, helped, and supported the elderly and cognitively impaired
 Observed the requirements and everyday duties of an activities director
 Worked as a team with the activities director, choral director, and other volunteers as a team
ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS
• Viterbo University Psychology Club Member 2011-2015
• APA Research Certified 2013-2015
• APA Member; Student Affiliate August 2014-August 2015
• Viterbo University Student Support Services Mentor 2013-2014
• Viterbo University Women's Studies Club President 2012-2014
• Viterbo University Seven Rivers Researcher 2012-2014
Skills Summary
 Signature Character Strengths: top strength is love of learning- mastering new skills
 Strong written and oral communication
 Understanding in research both independently and in team work settings
 Hard-working, motivated, and driven by a positive attitude
References
Ingrid Constalie
Activities Director
Vernon Manor
E7404 County Rd BB
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-5400
iconstalie@gmail.com
Dr. Jearold Holland
Professor
Department of RMTR
2036 Health Science Center
UW-La Crosse
1725 State Street
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 785-8214
jholland@uwlax.edu