Sierra Puente

Experience

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  University of Central Oklahoma

  Aug 2017 - May 2021

  Competed in field events including shotput, weight, discus, and hammer. Placed first in shotput at Emporia State Spring Invitational, 2021. Leader on the team as a SAAC Representative and Executive member. Competed in 2V8, Open 4, and Pair. Placed 3rd in pair at Western Intercollegiate Rowing Association Championships (WIRA), 2019. Leader on team as SAAC Representative and Executive member.

  • Track and Field Student-Athlete

    Sept 2019 - May 2021

  • Rowing Student-Athlete

    Aug 2017 - Aug 2019
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  RIVERSPORT Foundation

  Aug 2017 - Dec 2020

  Corporate and Middle School Rowing Coach
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  Wellness Center at the University of Central Oklahoma

  May 2018 - May 2019

  Student Worker

  At the Wellness Center I held the title of Front Desk Supervisor and Fitness Floor Supervisor. At the front desk I was responsible for answering phones, checking in guest, insuring policies were followed, and welcoming the community into the facility. On the fitness floor I was responsible for cleaning equipment and machines, insuring guidelines were followed, and supervising the guests.

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  Oklahoma Christian Academy

  Jan 2021 - May 2021

  Oklahoma Christian Academy Athletics / Assistant Track and Field Coach

  At Oklahoma Christian Academy I worked directly under the Athletic Director and Assistant Athletic Director. On the administrative side I performed tasks such as organizing and keeping inventory of uniforms as well as conducting a budget research project. On the athletic side I held the title as an assistant track and field coach where I specifically worked with the throwers. A senior discus thrower took 11th at the State track meet throwing a PR of 124'6". A first year sophomore took 13th at the State track meet throwing advancing his PR from 39'10" to 42'1". Show less

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  Texas Tech University

  Sept 2021 - Jan 2023

  Graduate Assistant for Student-Athlete Development

  At Texas Tech, Student-Athlete Development is about preparing Fearless Champions for Life. As Graduate Assistant, I work along side the staff to make this mission a reality for Texas Tech's student-athletes as they transition to young professionals, while also building meaningful relationships with them as individuals. This is centered around the four cornerstones listed below where I have had a hands-on experience positively impacting the student-athletes and adding value to the Texas Tech community. Career Development- Suited for Success Career Series: Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022-Sophomore Scouting Report: Fall 2022Personal Development- International Student-Athlete Spotlight: Spring 2022, Spring 2023- International Student-Athlete Meeting: Fall 2022, - Huddle Up: Fall 2021, Spring 2022- Wreck 'Em Prep: Spring 2022, Summer 2022, Fall 2022, Spring 2023- Red & Black Gala: Spring 2022Leadership Development- Student-Athlete Advisory Committee: Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022- Big 12 SAAC Cup: Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022-Fearless Leadership Academy: Fall 2022- Keynote Speakers: Will Baggett, Jonathan Orr, Armani Brumfield, Lacee Carmon-Johnson, Inky Johnson***NCAA Emerging Leaders Seminar (Case Study Presentation Winner & Attendee): February 2022***Black Student-Athlete Summit: May 2022***NCAA Women's Leadership Symposium: May 2022***NACDA: N4A National Convention: June 2022***Women Leaders in College Sports Phoenix Rising Convention: October 2022Community Outreach-O.L. Slaton Mentoring Program: Fall 2022- Red Raiders Night of Giving: Fall 2021, Spring 2022- United We Read: Fall 2021, Fall 2022 / Read Across America Day: Spring 2022- MLK Day of Service: Spring 2022- National Girls & Women in Sports Day Pre-Game Clinic: Spring 2022- Lubbock Impact Clothing Drive: Spring 2022 Show less

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  Colorado State University

  Feb 2023 - Sept 2024

  Director of RAM Life, Student-Athlete Development

  At Colorado State University, RAM Life is focused on encouraging and preparing all Ram student-athletes for real and meaningful life after sport while keeping the athletics mission of educating, engaging, and excelling at the forefront. Career Development- RAM Life Gameday Career Fair: Spring 2023, Spring 2024- RAM Life Cohort Workshops (Year 1, 2, 3, 4+): Summer 2023, Fall 2023, Summer 2024Personal Enhancement- Guest Speaker, Athlete Transition Services: Fall 2023- International Student-Athlete Meeting: Fall 2023- Financial Literacy with Canvas Credit Union: Spring 2023, Summer 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024- Summer Integration Program: Summer 2023Community Service- Reading with the Rams: Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024- CU v. CSU Unified Special Olympic Game: Fall 2023- Boys & Girls Club Field Day: Summer 2023, Summer 2024- Poudre School District 7th Grade Visits: Spring 2023Awards- Spring 2024 Ram of the Quarter- 2023-2024 Support Staffer of the Year at the RammiesAdditional- Member of Senior Staff: Spring 2023, Summer, 2023, Fall 2023- SAAC Co-Advisor: Fall 2023, Spring 2024- TOGETHER Staff Committee Member: Summer 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024 Show less

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  The University of Tulsa Athletics

  Sept 2024 - now

  OASiS Student Success Coach: Rowing, Track and Field / XC, Men's Soccer