1. Elizabeth M Pace Cell: (920)287-2601
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email: elizabeth.pace@drake.edu
Address: 1217 24 St. Apt 54 – Des Moines, IA 50311
Qualifications:
Motivated undergraduate student at Drake University working towards a BS in Health Sciences with
future plans of receiving a Masters of Public Health degree. Willingness to take a position of leadership or
respectfully follow others in a group setting. A solid academic background including a diverse assortment
of courses creates a well-rounded educational experience. Employment history in hospitality has
established credentials in customer service and support. Recent Public Health experience in a state
department.
Education:
B.S. Health Sciences, Expected May 2012 (GPA 3.26)
Track: Clinical & Applied
Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa
Dean’s List: Fall ‘10
Relevant Coursework:
-Epidemiology
-Statistics for Life Sciences
-Medical Microbiology
-Medical Terminology
Experience:
03/2011 – Present Iowa Department of Public Health Des Moines, IA
Data Warehouse Assistant: The Iowa Department of Public Health is currently working to establish a Data
Warehouse. My internship assists the Data Warehouse Project coordinator.
Skills used: Meeting scheduling, organization, typing, interpersonal skills, independent work, time
management
Skills learned: Pivot tables in Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Smart Draw, webinar, surveymonkey
Supervisor: Meg Harris 515-725-2179
09/2009 – Present Holiday Inn Express Des Moines, IA
Front Desk: I typically work evenings and weekends which means I am the only one on duty. I am in
charge of the entire building. There is a lot of responsibility involved with this position. If a problem arises
it is my duty to fix it which means I must be quick on my feet in order to adapt to the ever changing
circumstances and situations. Most days entail arranging reservations, offering referrals for services
(restaurants, shopping, ect), troubleshooting day-to-day problems, and working as part of the hotel team.
Skills used: organization, customer service, typing, interpersonal skills, patience, multi-tasking, working
with money
Skills learned: computer & phone systems, basic maintenance, and problem solving
Supervisor: Jen Dannels 515-255-4000
6/2008 – 8/2008 America’s Best Value Inn Sheboygan, WI
Housekeeping: This was a unique combination of individual work combining for a group effort. Each room
was cleaned independently but all housekeepers worked together to complete the work in the most
effective manner so that no one was left to fend for himself/herself. Time taken to clean each room was
calculated to monitor efficiency. Additionally, each room went through a thorough inspection upon
completion.
Skills used: Time management, organization, working independently, detail consciousness
Skills learned: Basic job skills (first job)
Supervisor: Amanda Engstrom Note: No longer in business

2. Affiliations:
Iowa Public Health Association
Member since 2011
Other Distinctions:
I was valedictorian of my high school graduating class.
I was appointed captain of my high school's swim team when I was a senior.
I am the treasurer of the Drake Curling team.
I am a co-first author of a Kinesiology research poster which was presented at DUCURS spring ’11.