Chad Berryman

Experience

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  Augsburg University

  Aug 2016 - Aug 2018

  Conducted 100 hours of academic year research comparing the usage of Platonic concepts in Christian and Islamic eschatology, as well as 400 hours of summer research examining the political and epistemological philosophies of the Ejército Zapatista de Liberación Nacional. Consulted both English and Spanish-language sources. Mentored 10-15 first-year students in the StepUP Program, facilitated weekly flat meetings, completed overnight on-call shifts and collaborated with StepUP staff to respond to crisis situations.

  • Student Researcher

    Oct 2017 - Aug 2018

  • StepUP Peer Advisor

    Aug 2016 - May 2018
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  北京师范大学-香港浸会大学联合国际学院

  Aug 2019 - Oct 2020

  Acted as liaison between administrative staff and 12-15 foreign interns spread across globe. Advocated for interns to have option of completing Spring 2020 semester remotely from home countries, as well as for return flight reimbursement for early departures. Supported interns in managing stress and navigating daily changes in travel restrictions. Promoted intern program to prospective applicants. Taught class of 50 first-year students during week-long English Enhancement Program. Led English classes in activities and proctored final exams. Tutored students 1-on-1 in test prep and provided feedback on written work and speeches. Facilitated student engagement in cultural exchange and informal conversation.

  • International Development Office Intern Coordinator

    Jan 2020 - Oct 2020

  • English Language Center Foreign Intern

    Aug 2019 - Oct 2020
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  Belle Tire

  Aug 2020 - Nov 2020

  Tire Technician

  Changed, repaired, and maintained tires on wide range of cars and trucks. Operated car and truck lifts. Completed relearning of tire pressure monitoring systems and programming of pressure sensors. Collaborated with other technicians to problem-solve.

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  Horizon Books - Traverse City

  Nov 2020 - Jul 2021

  Book Seller

  Initiated creation of Manga section in March 2021 resulting in over $12,000 of additional revenue over subsequent 12-month period. Advised purchaser and managers on customer trends. Completed nightly cash sheets and readied cash drawers for store open. Built lasting customer relationships through genuine conversation and book recommendations. Operated in-store coffee bar in accordance with safe service guidelines.

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  La Puente Home

  Aug 2021 - Aug 2022

  Community Volunteer Coordinator (AmeriCorps Member)

  Guided groups of 5-20 volunteers on weeklong trips. Planned volunteer projects to fill maintenance gaps and support program directors. Oversaw completion of court-mandated community service hours. Built dignified relationships with unsheltered individuals/families and migrant workers. Responded to clients in crisis and completed referrals to partner organizations. Led emergency winter firewood program which provided firewood to over 60 households.

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  University of Minnesota Law School

  Dec 2022 - now

  LAW 6002–Legal Research & Writing

  • Student Instructor - Legal Research & Writing

    Aug 2023 - now

  • Admissions Student Ambassador

    Dec 2022 - now
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  Colorado Legal Services

  Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

  Rural Summer Legal Corps Student Fellow, Migrant Farm Worker Division

  Complete research and writing for ongoing employment and trafficking cases. Perform outreach to farm workers and screen for potential claims. Translate documents between English and Spanish.

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  Minnesota Law Review

  Jul 2023 - now

  • Managing Editor (Vol. 109)

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Staff Member (Vol. 108)

    Jul 2023 - Apr 2024
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  U.S. Bankruptcy Courts

  Aug 2023 - May 2024

  • Paralegal

    Dec 2023 - May 2024

  • Judicial Extern

    Aug 2023 - Dec 2023
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  Jones Day

  May 2024 - now

  Summer Associate