AMBER REHBERG

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EDUCATION
University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI May 2020
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism, Gender and Women’s Studies
Minors: Leadership Studies, English

RELEVANT COURSE WORK

FLITE Peer Leadership Spring 2018
 Guided a group of 7 first-year students in their introductory course to the Leadership
Studies minor
 Facilitated lessons on leadership theories
 Gave feedback on students’ work throughout the semester to ensure their success
Rose Butler Browne Peer Mentor Program Spring 2018
 Centered around issues women of color face within leadership positions
 Learned historical and contemporary theories pertaining to these issues
 Listened to experiences and positions of classmates that differed from my own
Student Organization Leadership Consultants Fall 2017
 Hands-on facilitation experience with leading retreats for student organizations at the
University of Rhode Island
 Information on relevant models of leadership to be a consultant
Human Trafficking and Contemporary Slavery Fall 2017
 Combined graduate level course that taught the history of slavery from the Native
Americans to current examples of slavery and human trafficking
First Year Leaders Inspired to Excellence Spring 2017
 Learned how to use personal strengths and values in a leadership role
 Learned about models and different types of leadership

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS
Low elements/Belay Tested Spring 2017-Spring 2018
 Specific to the URI Northwoods Challenge Course
First Aid Certified Summer 2017
CPR Certified Summer 2017
Horse Safety Certified
 Through the University of Connecticut equine program Summer 2017
WORK EXPERIENCE
Manager at Northwoods Challenge Course
Staff at Hartford County 4H Camp Summer 2017-Present
 Supervised and entertained 300 kids per week for 8 weeks at this overnight camp
 Guided counselors and aided with cabin troubles
 Made sure campers had the most fun summer of their lives at this special place
Shift Manager at Wendy’s Restaurant Winter 2015-Winter 2018
 Assist in any position that need assistance
 Count drawers, make deposits, open/close store
 Ensure customer satisfaction and restaurant cleanliness

VOLUNTEER AND LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

President of Student Organization Leadership Consultants Present
 Works closely with the Student Senate to ensure proper club functioning
Rainville Awards Selection Committee Member Spring 2018
 Interview applicants on their ideas of Servant Leadership
 Select a winner of the student leader
 Present award to selected nominee at the Rainville Awards Ceremony
URI Northwoods Challenge Course Facilitator Spring 2017-Present
 Lead groups through elements and obstacles that are aimed towards whatever goal the
group is asking for
 Belay trained to rock climb with groups who signed up for high elements
Diversifying, Recruiting, Inspiring, Volunteering, Educating Fall 2017-Present
 A club at URI that works to diversify campus and increase awareness of our program and
school to perspective high school students
Student Organization Leadership Consultants Fall 2017-Present
 A club at URI that provides team-building retreats for on-campus organizations
 Sets the overall dynamic and morale of the campus community
Rotaract Fall 2017-Present
 A community service organization that serves both the campus community and the local
Rhode Island communities
Leadership Institute Fall 2016
 A weekend retreat at the Alton Jones campus of URI that transitions accepted students
into college before classes begin
 Given life-changing experiences and friendships through diversity training, inclusiveness
talks, group and partner activities, and an introduction to the Leadership Studies minor
Counselor at Hartford County 4H Camp Summer 2014-2015
 Sleep-away camp counselor responsible for a cabin of 10 campers
 Provide campers with a week full of fun and guidance through activities and camp
traditions