Amber Dawes

Manage swim instructor staff, schedule lessons for children ages 3–12, handle program payments and outreach, and developed a training manual to standardize lesson delivery.

Provided table service, seating, and order handling including to-go orders while maintaining dining area cleanliness and high customer service standards.

Oversaw children's activities including dance, swimming, and fitness programs, ensuring safe instruction and engagement across age groups.

Conducted campus tours for prospective students and supported admissions events, improving prospective student engagement and event coordination.

Supervised freshman dorms, organized weekly floor meetings and events to support first-year student well-being and community building.

Assisted students with library resources, navigated collections, and supported summer project needs to improve access to research materials.

Managed shift operations including bartending, hosting, prep, and service duties while supervising staff to maintain service quality and efficiency.

Provided table service and bartending, processed orders and payments, and ensured guest satisfaction throughout service periods.

Managed phone and in-person catering and to-go orders, assembled and verified orders, and ensured accuracy and customer satisfaction.

Greeted and seated guests, managed reservations and waitlists, and coordinated initial guest experience to optimize flow and satisfaction.

Led philosophy and writing tutoring, developed study spreadsheets and managed support for students on academic probation to improve outcomes.

Grade: 3.8 GPA (Dean's List for four consecutive years)

Activities and societies: Women's Tennis Captain (led team to school-best third place); Student Ambassador; Resident Assistant; Multicultural Student Organization member; Education Connections Club secretary

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a focus in Environmental Studies and minors in History and Law and Society; active in student leadership and athletics.