Community Service

Volunteer Curriculum Writer, Vietnam Center & Archive, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, December 2011-present.  Working to develop curriculum guides for K-12 educators using archival primary source documents to teach Texas mandated skills and content.

Volunteer Docent, Silent Wings Museum, Lubbock, TX, September 2011-May 2012.  Designed museum tours for visiting groups, including K-12 classes and senior citizens.  Collaborated with museum staff to create curriculum guides which incorporate museum content into k-12 education. 

Volunteer Debate Coach, Stevensville High School, Stevensville, MT, September 2011-present.  Coach high school debate via Skype.  Assist students in developing research, argumentation, and public speaking skills.

Movember Team Captain, November 2010-present.  Led a fundraising team for the Movember Men’s Health Charity.  Raised money to support prostate and testicular cancer research and education. 

Sophomore Class Sponsor, Stevensville High School, Stevensville, MT, August 2010-May 2011.  Oversaw sophomore class functions and fundraisers.  Supervised class elections.  Directed class service projects.     

Key Club Adviser, Stevensville High School, Stevensville, MT, September 2009-May 2011.  Advised club officers.  Coordinated service projects. 

National Honor Society Adviser, Stevensville High School, Stevensville, MT, August 2004-May 2011.  Coordinated member induction and service activities.  Assisted members in college application process. 

Volunteer, Yellowstone Boys and Girls Club, Billings, January-May 2001.  Supervised and interacted with children and youth in the after-school program. Planned and implemented large and small group activities.