Eden Thomas

Eden Thomas

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Special Events Coordinator at The Arc Ontario

  • Education

    • State University of New York College at Oswego

      2021 - 2022
      Master of Business Administration - MBA
    • University of Rochester

      2017 - 2021
      Bachelor of Arts - BA Philosophy & Business

      Activities and Societies: D’Lions Organization, Student Programming Board, Late Night Funding Committee, Resident Advisor, 2021 Class Council, SA Government, Philosophy Undergraduate Council, & 1st Gen Society

  • Experience

    • Fresh Ayr Farm Market

      Jun 2013 - now
      Store Manager

      -Posted useful, creative, and timely content on social media.-Monitored website and social media traffic.-Served as the main point of contact for clients, answering questions and responding to messages. -De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining a calm, friendly demeanor.

    • University of Rochester, Gorbunova Lab

      Feb 2018 - Jan 2020
      Lab Technician

      -Collected, labeled, and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.-Followed laboratory guidelines for handling live specimens.-Enforced adherence to laboratory policies, answered coworkers' questions, and adhered to PPE requirements.

    • University of Rochester, Late Night Funding Committee

      Sept 2018 - Apr 2021
      Undergraduate Student Representative

      -Collaboratively approved on-campus programs to deter students from participating in events with alcohol and other drugs. -Assessed event success and uncovered room for improvement through personal experience. -Shared personal opinions and experiences to fellow professional staff members on the committee.

    • University of Rochester, Student Programming Board

      Apr 2019 - May 2021
      Business Manager

      -Reviewed operating budget periodically to analyze trends affecting budget needs.-Set and reinforced consistent and compliant control and operational policies for account tracking, reconciliation, and reporting.-Oversaw the day-to-day transactions of an organization with a $400,000 annual budget.

    • University of Rochester, 2021 Class Council

      Apr 2019 - May 2021
      Senior Nights Chair

      -Publicity co-chair for the 2019-2020 Academic Year.-Planned, coordinated, and executed class-specific programming.-Marketed and Publicized programs to the Class of 2021.

    • University of Rochester, Students' Association Government

      Apr 2019 - Apr 2020
      2021 Class Senator

      -Attended committee meetings and reviewed bills, held hearings, and changed and refined words before conducting a vote of approval.-Debated new bills and proposed amendments to existing legislation.-Built and deepened partnerships with other senators to more effectively carry out agendas.

    • University of Rochester, Genesee Hall

      Aug 2019 - May 2021
      Resident Advisor

      -Attended campus meetings, staff seminars, in-service training programs, and workshops to learn how to increase program and skill development.-Established professional rapport with hall residents, building lasting relationships with people of various ages and from all cultures.-Advised and referred students to appropriate resources in personal, social, and academic areas. -Mediated a multitude of conflicts among residents.

    • University of Rochester, Student Organization Review Board

      Sept 2019 - Apr 2021
      Board Member

      -Reviewed and debated newly proposed student organizations.-Conducted data collection in order to efficiently allocate resources to newly proposed organizations. -Worked successfully with a diverse group of committee members to accomplish goals and address issues related to newly proposed student organizations.

    • University of Rochester, SA Government

      Apr 2020 - May 2021
      Administration & Review Committee Chair

      -Transformed committee operations through extensive process overhaul and attention to detail in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.-Thoughtfully contributed to committee planning and strategic decision making.-Oversaw administrative responsibilities for over 275 student organizations.

    • JaziLupini

      May 2021 - Aug 2021
      Marketing Intern

      RESPONSIBILITIES- Social media content creation through basic graphic design- Product production after GMP and food safety training.- Assist with basic research, production, posting, and maintenance of social media platforms- Assist with blog posts, newsletters, graphic creation, blog outreach, and more- Administrative help and consistent organization.

    • Ontario ARC

      Jun 2021 - now
      • Special Events Coordinator

        Oct 2021 - now
      • Adminstrative Coordinator

        Jun 2021 - Nov 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Eden Thomas
      RA of the Year Award Residence Hall Association May 2021
    • Awarded to Eden Thomas
      Wendy Jill Fread Prize The College, University of Rochester May 2021 Each year an outstanding student in The College is selected for the Wendy Jill FreadPrize. The award is given to that student who has worked hardest and been most effective inaiding fellow students to do well as students and as members of the University Community.
    • Awarded to Eden Thomas
      Award for Campus Contributions University of Rochester Office of the Dean of Students Apr 2021 Awarded to a student who has made significant contributions to the University community, including campus life, academic achievement and leadership, and community service. The award winner will have promoted and demonstrated excellence in all aspects of their college experience.
    • Awarded to Eden Thomas
      Logan R Hazen Award for Outstanding Contribution to Residential Life University of Rochester Office of the Dean of Students Apr 2021 This award is given annually to the University of Rochester River Campus student who has "made significant contributions to the community and experience of students living in undergraduate residence halls. This student, through their actions, leadership and innovation has promoted community through respect, fairness, and inclusion.
    • Awarded to Eden Thomas
      Outstanding Business Manager Award Wilson Commons Student Association Dec 2019 “The Outstanding Business Manager Award is presented time a student organization business manager that performed the responsibilities of their leadership role in an exceptional way which fostered the success of their organization. This individual also modeled the Meliora Values in their behaviors and actions.”
    • Awarded to Eden Thomas
      Administration & Review Committee Analyst on the Month Chair & Deputy Chair of the Administration & Review Committee Nov 2019