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Vanessa J. Buchanan
1031 Trinity Ridge Rd. apt. 101
Raleigh, NC 27607
850.374.1888 | vjbuchan@ncsu.edu
http://www4.ncsu.edu/~vjbuchan
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OBJECTIVE
To pursue a career that will expand my knowledge in the field of technology and to further develop as well as contribute to my current experience, skills and knowledge.

EDUCATION
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
Major: B.S. in Agricultural & Environmental Technology; Agricultural Business Management Minor; expected May 2010
Total GPA: ; Major GPA:

Related Courses – Water Management, Elementary Surveying, Agricultural Machinery and Power Units, Processing Agricultural Products, Agricultural Electrification Circuits and Controls, Agricultural and Environmental Safety and Health, Animal Facilities and Environmental Management, Systems Approach to Agricultural and Environmental Issues, Introduction to Computing Environments, Introduction to Engineering and Problem Solving

Choctawhatchee Senior High School, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Graduated: May 2005
GPA – 4.2

EXPERIENCE
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
Carmichael Complex Facilities and Operations
Gymnasium Manager/Event Manager, Summer-Fall 2008/Fall 2008

Supervised approximately 40-50 part-time Carmichael Gymnasium team members

Documented and submitted maintenance issues, team member conduct and significant incidents to professional staff

Completed biweekly timesheets of the part-time Carmichael Gymnasium team members

Communicated courteously and consistently with all individuals

Documented any injuries and initiated appropriate First Aid procedure; CPR/First Aid/AED certified

Enforced all rules and guidelines established by Carmichael Complex and Operations for members and users

North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
Computer Science Department
Teaching Assistant, Fall 2008

Directed student lab sessions of approximately 13-17 students for CSC200: Introduction to Computers and Their Uses

Conducted occasional lectures

Developed and graded student exams and assignments

Provided general support to the course’s professor

North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
Student Media
Photojournalist, Fall 2005

Staff photographer/Intern for the Technician, the NCSU newsletter.

Demonstrate an understanding of camera mechanics, image composition, and photojournalist ethics.

Completion of assignments accepted, and responsible for attending on-site projects while both photographing and obtaining caption information from those to be featured in story.

MetroPCS, Sanford, FL
Sales Associate/Store Manager, Summer 2007

Sold wireless products, accessories, and services

Identified customer needs, and provided customer service and resolution while retaining a positive, helpful demeanor

Provided thorough explanations of company services, service plans, product features, and company policies

Retained latest data of product information, product features and functionality, service plans, and company processes

Handled detailed customer/company paperwork

Calculated daily balancing/reconciliation of cash drawer

Albertsons, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Drug Department Clerk/Cashier, 2003-2005

Specialized in the organization and design of static displays.

Aided in team development of initiative, leadership, and work ethic.

Performed duties as a customer service representative.

Family Care Center, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Community Volunteer, 2004-2005

Contributed to a creative development and brainstorming session.

Implemented ideas for interior design.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop, SolidWorks

HONORS
Dean’s List Spring 2006
Employee of the Month, March 2003/July 2005

INTERESTS/ACTIVITIES
Carmichael Complex Fundraising Committee, Fall 2008
Carmichael Complex Selection Committee, Fall 2008

Interviewed and hired part-time employees

Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources & Related Sciences (MANRRS), NCSU chapter, Fall 2008

MANRRS Regional Conference 2008, Orangeburg, SC

Photography, Graphic/Web Design, Running

References will be provided upon request.