1. Mikala Milligan
171 Dell Rd. Banner Elk, NC 28604 (828) 781-0439 mikalafmilligan@gmail.com
Objective: A position in which I can learn techniques to use when working with children and gain experience
working in a school setting.
Education
Appalachian State University Boone, North Carolina
Bachelor of Science in Psychology May 2015
Concentration: Human Services, Minor: Social Work
GPA: 3.25/4.0
Relevant classes: Child and Adolescent Psychology, Psychology of Parenting, Social Work with Individuals &
families, Human Behavior and Social Environment, Professional Social Work in Contemporary Society,
Psychology of Parenting
Dean’s List Spring 2013-Spring 2014
Challenger Early College High School Hickory, North Carolina
High School Diploma, Associate of Arts December 2012
Took high school and college level classes at the same time. Graduated high school in four and a half years
with an associate’s degree along with high school diploma.
Related Experience
University Housing Boone, North Carolina
Resident Assistant August 2014 – Present
 Responsible for overseeing a residence hall and serving as a mentor and guide for approximately 40
residents
 Serve as an information resource and make referrals to other campus offices as needed
 Maintain safety and security of residence hall
 Serve as the first level of intervention in crisis situations
 Develop and utilize skills to work with diverse student populations
 Learn ways to advocate for the needs of all students
 Complete all administrative responsibilities as assigned by supervisor and/or other Housing staff
 Recognize the importance of and demonstrate confidentiality
Tutoring/Volunteer
Western Youth Network February 2015 – Present
 After school program providing tutoring and homework help for youth
Scholars with Diverse Abilities (SDAP) Appvocate
Appalachian State University February 2014 - Present
 Worked one on one with a student with a disability to develop social skills
 Participated in activities with student on and off campus
Peer Advisor
Appalachian State University January 2014 - Present
 Lend a hand to psychology students with choosing classes for the upcoming semester(s)
 Help students with developing a four year plan to ensure academic success

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Work Experience
Student Programs – Plemmons Student Union Boone, North Carolina
Receptionist August 2013 – Present
 Help with daily walk-ins and individuals with appointments
 Aided 12 professional staff by answering phone calls and taking detailed messages
 Make appointments for ASU students and staff with professional office staff members
 Assist staff with copying, laminating, organizing and other office doings
Lowes Foods Banner Elk, North Carolina
Self-checkout monitor, bagger May 2013 – July 2014
 Assist customers with self-checkout stations
 Used customer service skills to calmly and effectively handle difficult situations
Leadership Experience
Appol Corps Leader
Appalachian State University August 2013
 Served as a co-peer leader for a group of 10-15 incoming college freshmen
 Lead group discussions about campus life, events, and ways to get involved to ease their transition
 Developed awareness for helpful resources on campus
No Kid Hungry Silent Auction Fundraiser
Challenger Early College High School April 2012
 Developed relationships with community partners to coordinate a silent auction
 Advertised for and collected donations
 Raised over $500 between sales and donations
Community Service
Hall council
Appalachian State University September 2013 – May 2014
 Second Floor Representative
 Attend weekly hall council meetings
 Present issues found by residents to hall council
 Report back on RHA meeting
Resident Hall Association Representative
Appalachian State University January 2014 – May 2014
 Attend each weekly meeting
 Report on what hall council is planning
 Discuss future Resident Hall Association events
The Children’s Playhouse February-April 2013
 Volunteered helping in different aspects of everyday activities
 Clean toys and play areas
 Call other volunteers
 Play and interact with kids from a few months – 8 years old.
Appalachian State Dance Marathon February 2013
 Fundraiser for two local organizations
 Dance for 15 hours straight

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References
Lynn Mosteller
Appalachian State University
Psychology Department
Boone NC, 28607
Work: 828-262-2272x433
Email: mostellerlh@appstate.edu
Cindy Venable
Appalachian State University
Student Programs Office
Boone NC, 28607
Work: 828-262-2469
Email: venablecj@appstate.edu
Patrick Preudhomme
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC 28607
Work: (828) 262-8596
Email: preudhommepa@email.appstate.edu
Lucinda Payne
Appalachian State University
Psychology Department
Boone, NC 28607
Work: 828-262-2272x434
Email: LP4212@googlemail.com
Cynthia Anderson
Appalachian State University
Psychology Department
Boone, NC 28607
Work: 828-262-2272 x405
Email: andersoncm@appstate.edu
Rachel Saylor
Western Youth Network
Boone, NC 28607
Work: 828-264-5174
Email: saylorr@westernyouthnetwork.org
Dolly Daulton
Lowes foods
Banner Elk, NC 28604
Work: 828-898-9565