Alyssa Read

Education

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  University of Cambridge

  2011 - 2012

  Master's of Philosophy Early Modern History PASS

  Activities and Societies: Downing College This research-based master's course included coursework but was primarily research-based and culminated in a 10,000-word dissertation. My dissertation focused on vegetarianism and animal rights theory during the 17th century with a focus on the works of Thomas Tryon.

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  Honors College at West Chester University

  2005 - 2010

  Bachelor of Arts - BA HISTORY 3.98

  Activities and Societies: Member of Phi Alpha Theta, Drayer Memorial Award for Outstanding Senior, ‘10; Drayer Scholarship recipient, ‘05-‘10; Federal Credit Union Book Scholarship, ‘05; National Dean’s List, ‘05-‘10; WCU College of Arts and Sciences Deans List, 2005-2010; National Dean’s List, ‘05-‘10, WCU History Club Vice-President, ‘07-‘09; Honors College Community Service Committee Co-Chair, ‘07-‘08; Honors College Aid to South Africa Walk-a-Thon Co- Chair, ‘06-‘08 While at West Chester University of Pennsylvania, I completed a BA in History alongside a teaching certification in Social Studies and a Minor in Anthropology. Besides my participation in the Honors College and various extracurricular activities, I worked as a student intern at WCU's Academic Computing Center throughout the academic years and summers. Prior to graduation I completed my student teaching experience at Phoenixville High School, assisting in the instruction of U.S. History, and… Show more While at West Chester University of Pennsylvania, I completed a BA in History alongside a teaching certification in Social Studies and a Minor in Anthropology. Besides my participation in the Honors College and various extracurricular activities, I worked as a student intern at WCU's Academic Computing Center throughout the academic years and summers. Prior to graduation I completed my student teaching experience at Phoenixville High School, assisting in the instruction of U.S. History, and completed my undergraduate dissertation on the interactions between American Revolutionaries and the Lenape during the American Revolutionary War. I graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2010 and soon after began working as an Administrative Assistant at WCUPA's Financial Aid Office while I prepared my applications for graduate school. Show less