1. Marissa Hulshizer
(641) 512-7775 202 James Ave. Unit 20 Mankato, MN56001 marissa.hulshizer@mnsu.edu
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato-Mankato, MN June 2015- Present
Master’s of Education, K-12 School Counseling
 Current GPA: 4.0/4.0
 ASCA Member, MSCA Member
University of Northern Iowa- Cedar Falls, IA Aug. 2011-Dec. 2014
Bachelor’s of Arts, Family Services
 Minor: Psychology
 Current GPA: 3.84/4.00 Magna Cum Laude
Related Experience
Minnesota State University, Mankato Graduate Assistant Mankato, Minnesota
Greek Life & Dance Marathon June 2015-Present
 Advise and build relationships with Dance Marathon(DM) executive committee in the planning and
implementation of recruiting, fundraising, programming, marketing, and collaborating
 Organized a successful “6K in One Day” for DM that raised $6,514 in a matter of 24 hours on 1/27/16
 Serve as the day-to-day advisor to support the Interfraternity Council(IFC) and the executive council
 Serve as the Student Activities/Greek Life staff liaison to the IFC members, DM, and Order of Omega
Minnesota Valley Action Council Mankato, Minnesota
Partners in Career Excellence High School Intern August 2015-Present
 Assist the high school counselor at St. Peter High School with career exploration and strength finding
activities for ~ 500 students grades 9-12
 Compiled a 45 minute presentation for 34 seniors on the differences between high school and college
 Provide resources for high school student on scholarships, careers, academics, & post-high school plans
 Meet with and advise students of low income families, students at risk for homelessness, and credit
deficient students to create goals and a plan of action
 Attend professional development meetings alongside the school counselor and internalize these skills
Youth Frontiers St. Louis Park, Minnesota
Youth Core Intern Aug. 2014-Dec. 2014
 Facilitated student programming for 40-300 students as a team member on Youth Frontiers retreats
 Educated students on the values of kindness and courage by leading games and activities
 Empowered students to make a commitment to stand up, make a change, or be themselves at each retreat
 Provided and received constructive feedback regarding retreat performance to continually improve
presentation skills and maintain high quality retreats
 Prepared and presented an hour-long presentation on cyberbullying to 30 retreat staff at Youth Frontiers
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2. Lutheran Lakeside Camp Spirit Lake, Iowa
Summer Counselor May –Aug. 2013 & 2014
 Planned and lead bible studies, worships, and activities for 60-120 children ages 5-15
 Ensured safety and care for 10-14 campers per week, including special needs children
 Promoted a positive, energetic, and fun learning environment for all campers
 Counseled campers through tough life situations and educated them about Christianity
Camp Adventure Child and Youth Services Brunnsum, Netherlands
Child Development Center Intern May 2012-Aug. 2012
 Interned at a NATO Base Child Development Center for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years and helped
teach life skills to the after school program kids ages 6-12
 Studied child development, risk management, programming, playground safety, and Camp Adventure
expectations during six month training period
 Utilized varied communication skills through everyday interaction with children and
families(10+ethnicities)
Leadership & Activities
Greek Week Executive Committee Cedar Falls, Iowa
Co-Head of Greek Week Oct. 2013-Apr. 2014
 Collaborated with the co-head to recruit committee members, plan weekly meetings, and budget $2,500
for a community of 400+ fraternity and sorority members
 Empowered and advised 9 Executive Members to plan 8 events during Greek Week
 Executed multiple marketing techniques, social media sites and communication strategies to advertise
and raise awareness about Greek Week to the Greek system as well as the UNI student body
University of Northern Iowa Panhellenic Council Cedar Falls, Iowa
Recruitment Guide (Rho Gamma) Mar. 2013-Sept 2013
 Collaborated with 15 recruitment guides to recruit 127 women for 2013 sorority recruitment
 Provided guidance, mediation, and mentoring to potential new members of the campus’s 4 sororities
 Marketed sorority life through event tabling, flyers, social media pages, social events, and chalking
 Attended multiple trainings to gain knowledge of the recruitment process for potential new members
University of Northern Iowa Panhellenic Executive Council Cedar Falls, Iowa
Vice President of Programming Jan. 2013-Dec. 2013
 Served as a resource to 4 sorority chapters by providing philanthropic and service ideas
 Assessed social paperwork to ensure Panhellenic Social Policy adherence for 30+ events per semester
 Planned and implemented 2 successful All-Greek community-wide event with 60 participants
 Attended weekly Panhellenic Council meetings and held regular office hours
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3. Lutheran Student Center Mission Trip Las Cruces, New Mexico
Border Servants Corps Volunteer March 2013
 Learned about United States/Mexico border issues through service trip to New Mexico
 Spoke with first-generation immigrants and visited local organizations working with immigrant
populations
 Met with Border Patrol to learn about the realities facing border protection and law enforcement
 Served in local organizations that provide services to those who identify below the poverty line, and/or
struggle with family migration issues
Alpha Phi International Fraternity Cedar Falls, Iowa
Director of Chapter Events Jan. 2012-Dec. 2012
 Planned all the social events and volunteer activities for 56 Alpha Phi Chapter members
 Organized transportation, venue, guest lists, and expenses to all events and made sure the social policy
was being followed at all events
 Budgeted $2,200 to spend on all social events for the 2012 calendar year for the organization
Work Experience
Tavern on the Avenue Mankato, Minnesota
Server June 2016-Present
 Learned menu items and was able to describe them appropriately to guests
 Delivered beverages and food in a timely manner
 Checked-in with guests to ensure that everything was going well
 Delivered guest’s bill and thanked them for dining at the restaurant
Private Family Woodbury, Minnesota
Nanny Feb. 2015-May 2015
 Created a stimulating, nurturing, and safe environment for 4 children ages 9, 7, 4, & 1
 Planned and prepare meals and bottles for, and feed, the children
 Performed housework related to child care, including washing clothes, cleaning up, etc.
 Planned and lead educational activities, including reading, with the children
Wellness and Recreation Center Cedar Falls, Iowa
Group Fitness Instructor Jan. 2013-May. 2014
 created and instructed workouts for 4 different land aerobics classes including kickboxing, spinning,
absolute abs, & sculpt and tone
 motivated groups of 6-30 people to stick to fitness goals
 educated class members on proper fitness techniques and stretching
University of Northern Iowa Dining Facilities Cedar Falls, Iowa
Dining Service Worker Sept. 2011-Dec. 2012
 Handled food safely and abided by all food standards
 Worked at multiple venues including sub sandwiches, fryers/burgers, pizza, salads, and clean-up crew
 Prepared home-made recipes while assisting head chefs
 Adapted quickly to working in a fast-paced food environment
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4. Volunteer Activities
Verizon Wireless Center Concessions Fundraiser for Tau Kappa Epsilon- Mankato, MN January 2016
Campus Kitchen- Mankato, MN August 2015
Lutheran Student Center Mission Trip- Mobile, Alabama Mar. 2014
House of Hope- Cedar Falls, IA Oct. 2013-Mar.2014
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service- Cedar Falls, IA Jan. 2013 &2014
Walk to End Alzheimer’s- Waterloo, IA Oct. 2013
Panic Park Haunted House-Waterloo, IA Oct. 2013
Lutheran Student Center Mission Trip- Las Cruces, New Mexico March 2013
Boys and Girl Club of America-Waterloo, IA Feb. 2013-May 2013
Certifications
International Review Board (IRB) Certified Jan. 2016
Challenge course/rock wall balley certification, R.E.A.L (Dan Varner) May 2014
Mentors in Violence Prevention: Train the Trainer Feb. 2014
First Aid & CPR/AED Professional Rescuer, American Red Cross Jan. 2014
Certified Land Aerobics Fitness Instructor, UNI Wellness & Recreation Center Jan. 2013
Certified Mandatory Reporter, Iowa Department of Human Services Mar.2012
Certified Lifeguard, American Red Cross Dec. 2011
Honors, Awards, and Scholarships
Dean’s List Fall 2011, Spring & Fall 2012, 2013 & Spring 2014
Letitia E Walsh Scholarship-School of Applied Human Sciences Fall 2013
Sister of the Year-Alpha Phi 2013
Pioneering Spirit Award -Alpha Phi 2013
Highest Chapter GPA -Alpha Phi Fall 2012 & Spring 2013
References Available Upon Request