The document is a course reflection and resume submitted by Nnamaka Ugezene for their Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Argosy University. Ugezene feels they learned the most during their undergraduate studies and hopes to apply what they learned in future ventures. They have a passion for writing and learning. The resume lists work experience in various retail and food service jobs as well as volunteer experience and education.

1. Course Reflection Nnamaka Ugezene Argosy University

2. Introduction Throughout my Bachelors degree pursuit at Argosy University, I have felt that I have learned the most I have ever learned and have some idea how to incorporate with I have learned in outside ventures I am looking to construct. Having attended Argosy University allowed me to get the most pertinent information as relates the field of psychology and the way it was presented to me as a student was enhancing.

3. Personal Statement I am father and husband with a passion for writing and the will to learn. I am a California native, having been born Whittier and raised in Pomona. I would like to secure a job as a teacher over the summer and then do some substitute teaching. One goal I have on a personal level is to achieve success as an author and give myself the opportunity to create a business out of this passion.

4. Resume Nnamaka Ugezene 2788 Conejo Drive San Bernardino, CA 92404 909-659-2360 (Celular) BCasper01@yahoo.com Experience: 04/11-05/11 All City Management Services Fontana, CA Crossing guard  Safeguarded pedestrians near an elementary school via a crosswalk to ensure public safety following company-provided instructions May 2010 Speak Child Pomona, CA Volunteer  Utilized customer service skills to aid in a book sale held by a non-profit organization promoting child literacy 09/09-10/10 Spirit Halloween Montclair/Ontario, CA Sign waver/greeter/LP  Carried out general duties as well as monitored customer activity and provided assistance to customers  Enforced store policy as instructed by the store manager August 2007 Vons Fontana, CA Stock clerk (off-hours)  Completed stocking of merchandise and provided customer service  Operated baler in stockroom and executed housekeeping/recovery procedures 03/04-01/05 John’s Incredible Pizza Montclair, CA Dishwasher  Generated methods to increase the flow of productivity  Followed sanitation procedures to safeguard against contamination  Initiated customer service and responded to requests from team leads and management 01/02-01/03 Staples Los Angeles, CA Sales associate/stocker  Maintained stockroom and utilized overstock to tend to customer’s inquiries  Organized incoming merchandise prior to moving it to the sales floor to be stocked  Created price tags to adhere to price updates and stocked merchandise  Completed housekeeping/recovery task Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Expected December 2011 Argosy University Computers Skills: Windows, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Open Office, Adobe PhotoShop, Acrobat Reader

5. Table of Contents Cognitive Abilities: Critical Thinking and Information Literacy Research Skills Communication Skills: Oral and Written Ethics and Diversity Awareness Foundations of Psychology Applied Psychology Interpersonal Effectiveness ** Include work samples and projects with a Title Page and organized accordingly to demonstrate each of the Program Outcomes above

6. Cognitive abilities: Critical thinking My undergraduate tenure may have only given me moderate capability when as comes to skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach but on the same token, I can say that I could rely on my general critical thinking to analyze psychological concepts. I can also define and interpret the complexities of an issue in psychology.

7. Cognitive abilities: Information literacy My ability to collect and arrange information from various sources indicates extensive exposure to research and how to assess it. I am able to comprehend how relevant a given research study is to the central topic.

8. Understanding research methods One weakness I possess is the ability to correctly summarize research design, statistical and other evaluative tools, and the findings of an article. I am more able to provide an analysis of the findings and make mere mention of the procedures in the study.

9. Communication skills: Oral I am limited as far as creating, organizing and delivering oral presentations is concerned partly because I do not like to be in front of others speaking. It may also depend on what I am discussing because I may feel more comfortable speaking about matters that do not make me anxious .

10. Communication skills: Written I have moderate ability to create, organize and deliver written work. I can identify basic/general levels of organization and clarity in content, language usage, grammar organization and sentence structure, as well as discuss psychological concepts in written form.

11. Ethics As relates to ethics, I have moderate exposure meaning that I understand and am able to recognize and/or describe elements of the ethical standards and guidelines upon which psychology is based.

12. Diversity I am extensively exposed to diversity. Of the three strengths listed, the strongest one in my case would be that I recognize more subtle forms of discrimination and prejudice within and around psychology.

13. Knowledge of Psychology In this regard, I have significant exposure meaning I can analyze and apply major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, applications and historical trends in psychology or within a specific area of study in the field.

14. Knowledge of Applied Psychology I have significant exposure in this area as well. This means I am able to: 1) demonstrate a consistent understanding of how psychological principles apply to issues and situations at a personal, social, and/or organizational level, and 2) consistently apply psychological principles in his/her everyday decision-making and interactions with others, in the news, and in organizations she comes into contact with such as schools, workplaces, and places of worship and recreation.

15. Interpersonal effectiveness: Active listening communication skills As suggested by having slight exposure to this aspect of learning, I have the following strengths: Able to apply some active listening communication skills in interpersonal and organizational scenarios to establish empathetic, collegial relationships that facilitate consensus building in working toward common goals and is appreciative of diversity and culture. Able to analyze the importance of effective nonverbal communication skills in developing strong interpersonal and organizational relationships that are culturally sensitive and respectful of diversity. Able to accept and utilize feedback to develop adaptable strategies of facilitating dynamic interpersonal and organizational relationships. Actively demonstrates an understanding of the impact of technological advances on communication within interpersonal and organizational relationships. Demonstrates utilization of effective communication and relationship skills in order to promote the growth of others and effect change.

16. My Future in Learning Learning is a lifelong process. How do you envision your future as a lifelong learner? I plan to continue my education here at Argosy University and I also would like to expand my knowledge of Psychology independently. Once I obtain employment with my degree, I will rely on the work experience I receive and figure out how Psychology applies to the given situation. I believe that what I take from my pursuit of higher education will assist me in my means to be creative.

17. References BabyPsychology (Producer). (2008) . Personal diversity [Youtube video]. Available from Bigsqualor (Producer) . (2008). Ethical guy for the psychology guy [Youtube video]. Available from http://youtu.be/H8kgtOrss2o Headlessprofessor (Producer). (2008). Research methods [Youtube video]. Available from http://youtu.be/kyOlUekJmUA Talentlens (Producer). (2010). Assessing critical thinking skills with Watson-Glaser-Customer interviews [Youtube video]. Available from http://youtu.be/7ZPa-1OmxSs

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