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David Laiton

David Laiton

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    UCSB Alum | Former Americorps NDMV volunteer | Former Jesuit Volunteer

  • Education

    • UC Santa Barbara

      2017 - 2021
      Global Studies B.A.

      As a Global Studies major, I study globalization and the various effects it has on modern-day culture, society, economics, environment, and politics. Studied the development of the politics and economy of traditional nation-states as well as transnational movements and organizations. These themes are becoming more and more relevant in an increasingly connected and globalized world. Some of the course materials and curriculum include- Analyzing the effect of violence on a nation-state as… Show more As a Global Studies major, I study globalization and the various effects it has on modern-day culture, society, economics, environment, and politics. Studied the development of the politics and economy of traditional nation-states as well as transnational movements and organizations. These themes are becoming more and more relevant in an increasingly connected and globalized world. Some of the course materials and curriculum include- Analyzing the effect of violence on a nation-state as well as its transnational effects- Studying human migration and its effects on politics, culture, and identity- Learning the different ideologies throughout Global history and the present Show less

    • Universitat de Barcelona

      2019 - 2020

      Study Abroad

    • Central Valley High School

      2013 - 2017
      High School Diploma

      Activities and Societies: - Involved in both the National Honors Society and the California Scholarship Federation - Sports: Football and Track/Field (2013) - Took a variety of college preparatory courses - Took various Advanced Placement (AP) courses: European History, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, English Language, English Literature and Environmental science

    • Wildlands Studies

      2021 - 2021

      Summer course-The on-the-field credited course was conducted in Yellowstone National Park, Montana, USA. -Read the latest journals on the ecology of endangered/threatened species of Yellowstone, including but not limited to: American Bison (Bison bison), Grizzly Bear (Ursus arctos horribilis), Gray Wolf (Canis lupus)-Conducted various assignments and discussions concerning the ecological well-being of the National Park, The Greater Yellowstone Area, its native plants, animals and of… Show more Summer course-The on-the-field credited course was conducted in Yellowstone National Park, Montana, USA. -Read the latest journals on the ecology of endangered/threatened species of Yellowstone, including but not limited to: American Bison (Bison bison), Grizzly Bear (Ursus arctos horribilis), Gray Wolf (Canis lupus)-Conducted various assignments and discussions concerning the ecological well-being of the National Park, The Greater Yellowstone Area, its native plants, animals and of course the human impact. -Had lectures from Climate researchers, Cougar researchers, National Park officials and more. -Conducted two outdoor experiments concerning Bison demographics and Aspen tree regeneration. Required Journaling of experience, assignments, experiments, projects and presentations. Show less

  • Experience

    • SANTA FE DREAMERS PROJECT

      Aug 2022 - Jul 2023
      Legal Assistant

      -Secretarial work of contacting clients, notifying of EAD arrivals, document deadlines and scheduling general consultations-Translating Mexican legal documents to english for evidence-Drafting forms for DACA Renewals, U Visas, VAWA and Naturalizations -Conducting Rural clinics throughout New Mexico -Conducting Intake interviews -Compiling Evidence for clients

    • Part of the Solution

      Aug 2023 - Jul 2024
      Case Manager

      - Helped clients apply for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), otherwise known as food stamps- Collected physical and digital copies of food stamp cases- Provided trauma-informed care to clients concerning SNAP cases - Aided in other public benefit applications like SCRIE/DRIE (rent freeze program)- Met community partners and shared services with potential clients.- Refer clients to other organizations to assess other needs.

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to David Laiton
      Deans Honors (College of Letter and Sciences) - Jun 2021
    • Awarded to David Laiton
      State Seal of Biliteracy State of California Jul 2017
    • Awarded to David Laiton
      Lifetime Membership Award California Scholarship Federation May 2017 Received the lifetime membership award after maintaining a high GPA throughout my high school career.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Case Manager

      Issued by AmeriCorps on Sept 2023
      AmeriCorpsAssociated with David Laiton

    • Jesuit Volunteer

      Issued by Jesuit Volunteer Corps on Aug 2022
      Jesuit Volunteer CorpsAssociated with David Laiton

    • Patrol Volunteer

      Issued by BIOMA travel on Jun 2018
      BIOMA travelAssociated with David Laiton

    • Student Ambassador

      Issued by People to People Student Travel on Jun 2015
      People to People Student TravelAssociated with David Laiton

    • Student Ambassador

      Issued by People to People Student Travel on Jun 2012
      People to People Student TravelAssociated with David Laiton

    • Star Scout

      Issued by Boy Scouts of America on Jan 2009
      Boy Scouts of AmericaAssociated with David Laiton

    • Altar Server

      Issued by ST. JUDES CATHOLIC CHURCH on Jun 2010
      ST. JUDES CATHOLIC CHURCHAssociated with David Laiton