The document is a resume for an individual with a B.A. in International Studies from American University and experience in translation, research, and tutoring. They are fluent in Spanish and have work experience in Costa Rica, Washington D.C., Virginia, and Chile.

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EDUCATION
American University, Washington, DC May 2011
B.A., School of International Service: International Studies
Minor in Spanish Language
Honors: Dean’s List, GPA 3.93
Universidad Nacional, Heredia, Costa Rica January – June 2010
Facultad de Relaciones Internacionales
Governor Thomas Johnson High School, Frederick, MD June
2008
Human Services Pathway
Honors: AP Scholar (2008)
Honor Roll (2004-2008)
Colegio San Gabriel de la Rivera, La Calera, Chile July 2007 - January
2008
Honors: AFS Awards for Excellence Scholar
SPECIAL SKILLS
Language: Fluent in Spanish (oral & written)
Basic level of French (oral & written)
Computer: Proficient with Windows and Mac operating systems, HTML, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint,
Microsoft Excel, Adobe Photoshop, and keyboarding (130 WPM).
EXPERIENCE
Translator, Program for Integral Development in Coastal Communities, Heredia, Costa Rica February 2010
– present
+ Responsible for Spanish to English translation of book Acompañamiento social participativo: un espacio
de
encuentro para el desarrollo comunitario, to be published when completed
+ Researches anthropological and logistical matters for upcoming development projects on Isla Caballo
Intern, Center for Democracy in the Americas, Washington, DC August - December
2009
+ Translated and interprets documents in Spanish and in English
+ Researched Congressional bills on policy related to the Americas
+ Helped write and edit reports, weekly news blast e-mails, and features on the website
Clerical Assistant, Department of Physics & Computer Science, Washington, DC January – December 2009
+ Assisted with the organization and upkeep of the office
+ Responsible for filing, transcribing, sorting mail, writing and sending bulk e-mails, answering the phones,
leaving messages, and supplying prospective students with departmental documents
Materials Science Research Intern, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA May – August 2009
+ Worked as full-time lab assistant and researcher on the electrical properties of carbon nanotubes
+ Collaborated closely with a faculty mentor and other undergraduate students to complete studies
+ Presented research in a final symposium at the end of the program
Co-Designer, “Trayless” Study, American University January 2009 – May 2009
+ Created and implemented long-term experiment with environmental seminar on food waste created by
dining hall tray use
+ Co-authored a report to send to higher education sustainability publications with the results
Literacy & Mathematics Tutor, DC Reads, Washington, DC September 2008 – May 2009
+ Instructed elementary aged students from low-income households
+ Utilized resources to effectively guide and interest students in learning and improving comprehension
+ Acted as a mentor and role model

2. Participant, Freshman Service Group, American University August 2008 – May
2009
+ Demonstrated continued dedication to community service through working on projects in Barry Farms,
Anacostia with Freshman Service Group organized by the university
+ Won grant to help beautify the recreation center and promote environmental education to children