Theodore Swett has extensive experience in management, sales, and teaching. He received multiple degrees from Penn State including BAs in Comparative Literature, French and Francophone Studies, and Spanish with a concentration in Global/International Studies. He has held several leadership roles including Resident Assistant at Penn State, Regional Director of Finance for his fraternity, and programming chair for student organizations. His career includes positions as a leasing manager, general manager, and co-store manager for retail companies. He has also worked as a teaching assistant and instructor for Spanish and chemistry.

1. THEODORE CALVIN SWETT, JR.
850 Toftrees Ave. Apt. 436 theodoreswett@lsupa.org
State College, PA 16803 (570) 751-3048
EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
MA in Comparative Literature GPA: 3.38 BA in Comparative Literature GPA: 3.81
BA in French & Francophone Studies GPA: 3.36 BA in Spanish GPA: 3.70
Concentration in Global/International Studies Expected Graduation: May 2015 CUM. GPA: 3.61
Penn Foster Career Institute Scranton, PA
Certificate in Spanish Certificate in Personal Training
Completed: 2010 Completed: 2011
EXPERIENCE
Management/Sales
Leasing Manager June 2014 - present
Campus Crest Communities, Inc. State College, PA
Working with Area Sales Manager to develop advertising and sponsorship packages in order to generate revenue in the
form of new leases; Assisting with leasing paperwork process; Goal setting based on LY figures as well as new trends
and benchmarking; Conducting accurate competitive market surveys; Delivering leadership in customer service
Senior General Manager August 2011 – August 2014
Metro (A Division of A.J. Fine & Co.) State College, PA
Recruit, hire and staff to build an inclusive, high-performance team; buy inventory based on demographic studies, comp
shopping and high velocity items; merchandise the store based on current top-selling trends and color stories; drive top-
line sales growth through coaching and developing team; implemented entirely new training protocol and sales
leadership team organizational strategy; developed succession strategy to ensure all top associates are ready for next
Co-Store Manager October 2006-August 2011
Bath & Body Works Hazleton, PA; Whitehall, PA; State College, PA
Hand-selected to participate in roundtable discussion with CEO, Vice President, brand representatives and Director of
Operations; maximized customer loyalty by ensuring an exceptional customer experience; maintained
daily/weekly/monthly store operations; led visual merchandising, recruitment and operational initiatives
Assistant Store Manager May 2006 – October 2009
the wet seal retail, inc. Whitehall, PA
Acted as liaison between District Director and all stores in district; led all human resource administrative tasks;
effectively merchandised a store with minimal square footage while maintaining shoppability and maximizing real
estate for the multimillion dollar store; received “Most Profitable Store in Company, Region” award
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Teaching ________
Instructor Summer 2014
Upward Bound Math and Science Program, the Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
Instructed high-school aged students on introductory Spanish and chemistry; mentored students to help them maximize
their potential and increase their chance for succeeding in academic settings; graded homework, quizzes and oral
presentations
Co-Facilitator January 2013 – May 2014
College of Student Affairs, the Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
Taught CSA 397A (The Role of the RA), a preparation course for prospective Resident Assistants; evaluated students
on their performance and skills for RA job placement; shared personal experiences in leadership, policy enforcement,
mentorship, advising and counseling to help guide conversations and promote the course’s learning objectives
Teaching Assistant Spring 2013
School of International Languages and Literatures, the Pennsylvania State University University Park,
PA
Designed lesson plans for two sessions of CMLIT 010 (Introduction to World Literature); graded all papers and
provided feedback on style, cohesiveness and content; attended all classes; nominated by first-year students as an
instructor/TA that had positively impacted their first-year experience; held weekly office hours to help students with

2. THEODORE CALVIN SWETT, JR.
850 Toftrees Ave. Apt. 436 theodoreswett@lsupa.org
State College, PA 16803 (570) 751-3048
material outside of class; lectured and led discussion for two particular lesson plans
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Research
Research Assistant Summer 2013, Fall 2013
Department of Comparative Literature, the Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
Assisted Department Head and Erle Sparks Professor with research initiatives and administrative tasks
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Leadership
Resident Assistant June 2011 – September 2014
The Office of Residence Life, The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
Promoted a safe and secure living environment for students through actively building community; enforced policies
and issued referrals to appropriate offices according to potential community standards violations; encouraged
multicultural awareness through open discussions about diversity as well as educational programming initiatives;
acted in the role as crisis resolution facilitator for students in distress; built relationships with over 200 residents in
traditional, suite and apartment style, co-ed and single sex residence halls; performed administrative tasks as needed
Regional Director of Finance Fall 2014 – present
Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc. Region 2 (PA, DE,
IN)
Acted in the role of financial officer of the region; approved all expenditures made by Regional Board; maintained
records of all financial transactions of entire Region; collected regional dues from all chapters and individuals;
reported all outstanding debts; provided monthly updates to region about treasury activities; responsible for doing
multiple regional fundraisers each academic year; audited all chapters’ accounts at least once each semester
President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Programming Chair, Webmaster Fall 2013 – present
Zikhari Chapter of Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc. University Park, PA
Held all positions on executive board in order to successfully run the chapter according to chapter, regional and
national bylaws as well as accreditation requirements set forth by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life.
Student Government Representative Spring 2014 – present
University Park Undergraduate Association, The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
Represent the Multicultural Greek Council in student governance; sit on Student Life and Diversity
Committees to write/endorse legislation that affects the student body at large; liaised the Paul Robeson Cultural
Center and Association of Residence Hall Students; sit on the Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board for Student
Orientation and Transition Programs; endorsed legislation that allocated monetary sponsorship for “Movin’ On,”
the largest outdoor concert, a bill to lift the ban for gay and bisexual men to donate blood, a resolution to support
“We’re a Culture Not a Costume” marketing campaign, among others
Vice President July 2014 – present
Oxfam America Club, The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
Maintained internal affairs with general body to promote internal development and succession strategies; assisted
President with outreach supporting Oxfam’s initiatives
Programming Chair Fall 2014 – present
African Students Association, The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
Responsible for leading a committee of individuals who create educational and cultural programs for the
student body; Report directly to executive board members; Lead programming initiatives like Miss Africa
PSU, Beauty Standards Around the World, and Touch of Africa, one of the largest cultural events in the state
of Pennsylvania
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION
Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Society, Phi Beta Kappa, Modern Language Association, American Comparative
Literature Association, National Residence Hall Honorary

3. THEODORE CALVIN SWETT, JR.
850 Toftrees Ave. Apt. 436 theodoreswett@lsupa.org
State College, PA 16803 (570) 751-3048
AWARDS
Student of the Year (April 2011), Club President of the Year (April 2011), Paterno Fellow, Top Frequent Buyer Card Seller
(2006), Trustee Scholarship recipient for two years