SARAH LOU BOWMAN

Owensboro, KY 42303 Sarahloubowman@gmail.com

Career Objective Young professional seeking an opportunity to enhance the lives of members in my community.

EducationBachelors of Social Work Western Kentucky University (Anticipated, August 2017) Associate of Arts (Human Services/Social Work) Owensboro Community and Technical College (May 2015)

Leadership/Professional DevelopmentWestern Kentucky University’s EDGE Professional Development Program (September 2016-Current)

Departmental Advisory Council-Student Representative (September 2016-Current)

Bachelors of Social Work Departmental subcommittee

Kids Outdoor Adventures Committee (September 2016-Current)

Audubon Area Community Services Head Start Policy Council – Area 1 Alternate Representative (August 2016-Current)

Health Services Advisory Committee

National Honor Society for Success and Leadership (August 2016-Current)

Executive Board member (Secretary) (January 2017-Current)

Women in Support of Education (W.I.S.E) (August 2016-Current)

Social Work Student Union Ambassador (August 2015-Current) Collaborate with community resources and companies to formulate plans for

improvement/promotion Develop agendas for monthly meetings Continue to seek opportunities for volunteerism Recruit volunteers for various activities Mentor incoming junior cohort members to continue the union’s activities

Western Kentucky University’s Leadershape Institute Program (May 2016) Received certification of graduation Themes incorporated within this program included: Building community, valuing

the power of all, challenging what is, looking to what could be, bringing vision to reality, living and leading with integrity, and staying in action

Western Kentucky University’s Dynamic Leadership Institute Program (April 2016) Received certification of completion of the four phases Topics included: Personality in leadership, effective communication, diversity

awareness, problem solving, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and leadership style

Western Kentucky University Dean’s List (Spring 2016-Current)

Work ExperienceOwensboro Community and Technical College TRiO Program, Peer Mentor (February 2016- Current)

Assist first generation, low-income, and disabled students with their transition to college by linking them to the broader campus community and resources

Prioritize students’ studies and make plans to be successful Conduct bi-monthly sessions with Trio "mentees" to assess their progress and

areas for improvement Maintain a trusting and friendly environment for students' engagement Identify barriers to academic success and develop plans to address them

Target Corporation, Stock Associate (October 2015-January 2017)

Presented with the “You Award” (May 2016)o Award given to employee based on their community involvement,

volunteerism activities, and performance while on the job. Managed stock room’s cleanliness, organization, and amount of stock Merchandised, priced, and stocked products Provided and promoted electronic services and resources for top-quality

customer service Formulated merchandise in a systematic manner to promote sales

United States Postal Service, Rural Carrier Associate (October 2013- September 2015)

Delivered mail/parcels to appropriate destinations while maintaining a clean driving record

Utilized strong interpersonal skills to deliver courteous and tactful customer service

Operated barcode scanners, GPS devices, and other appropriate equipment

KB's Kid Zone, Child Care Provider (March 2013- October 2013)

Provided care to 8-10 children simultaneously Prepared meals/snacks Supervised recreational activities while executing a safe environment Recognized and reported any sign of physical or emotional abuse First aid or CPR certification

Owensboro Medical Health System, Certified Nurse Assistant (August 2012- March 2013)

Complied with all HIPAA rules and regulations Mastered strong clinical skills in areas such as recording vital signs, providing

pre- operative and post- operative care, and other such nursing assistant tasks Actively involved in work-related meetings, in-services, or classes

Wellington Parc (Certified Nurse Assistant, September 2011- August 2012)

Assisted residents in activities of daily living Initiated specific care/assistance for each resident based on his/her care plan Participated in company’s in-service meetings

Conferences AttendedFor the Child Conference (April 2016)

Volunteer ActivitiesNew Beginnings (May 2016)

Assisted as a Western Kentucky University Social Work Student Ambassador at the Diamond Dash 5k hosted by New Beginnings

Collaborated with multiple companies and organizations to raise funds, recruit volunteers/racers, and promote the race

Negotiated with three dining establishments in our community to host fundraiser nights for this organization--10% of all food proceeds raised went directly to New Beginnings

Presented Target Corporation with an idea to organize a bake sale with their employees throughout the week of the race. The HR director also agreed to donate enough bottles of water and nutritional snacks for 350 runners.

Assisted with the registration process to make sure all runners were equipped with their shirts and numbered bibs

Junior Achievement (April 2016)

Directly participated with program manager to create nurturing environments for Burns Middle School students in economic enrichment activities

Co-facilitated a lesson tailored to teach middle school students the importance of economic planning

Wayland Elementary School (April 2016)

Constructed a bridge activity program to expose elementary school students to the college environment

Toured a group of 30 kindergarteners around the Owensboro Community and Technical College campus

Led story time and conducted a crafting period

VFW Auxiliary (December 2004-December 2005)

Established a positive atmosphere for the VFW Auxiliary children's Christmas party

Assisted in distributing gifts to the children, serving food and drinks, set-up and cleanup duty

ReferencesAvailable upon request