Anna O'Donnell
@annaodonnell
Aspiring political scientist with a focus on international relations.
What I'm looking for
I am an aspiring political scientist currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Boston College, where I maintain a GPA of 3.84. My academic journey has been enriched by minors in International Studies and Management for Social Impact, allowing me to explore the intersections of ethics, social justice, and global governance. I have engaged in rigorous coursework, including International Conflicts and U.S. Foreign Policy, which has equipped me with a solid foundation in understanding complex global issues.
My professional experience includes an internship with the United Nations News, where I researched and drafted articles for the UN newsroom, honing my ability to communicate effectively on international matters. Additionally, I served as an Editorial Assistant Intern at The Progressive, where I developed my editorial skills by fact-checking and contributing ideas for articles. My commitment to academic excellence is reflected in my publication in a peer-reviewed journal, where I analyzed American and British support towards Israel.
Beyond my academic and professional pursuits, I actively contribute to campus initiatives, including serving as a Research Assistant for The Political Violence Project and holding various editorial roles at The Gavel. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to make a meaningful impact in the field of political science and international relations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Features and Special Projects Intern
United Nations News
May 2025 - Present (2 months)
Researched, drafted, and edited in-depth feature and daily news articles for the UN newsroom, integrating information from official reports, statements, and press releases. Assisted in producing visual and audio content while supporting fact-checking and proofreading processes.
Research Assistant
The Political Violence Project
May 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Collaborated with a team of students to support Professor Peter Krause's research on academic articles and books, contributing 5–7 hours per week. Developed advanced research and editing skills by reviewing academic sources, summarizing and coding findings, and refining draft materials for clarity and coherence in scholarly publications.
Opinions Section Head
The Gavel - The Progressive Voice of Boston College
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Wrote three to five articles per semester for the Opinions section of The Gavel. Edited peer articles for grammar, style, and factual accuracy.
Editorial Assistant Intern
The Progressive
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Fact-checked, researched, and edited for staff writers for ten hours a week. Contributed to weekly staff meetings, providing news beats and ideas for articles.
Lead Staff
Wilmette Park District- Gillson Beach
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)
Balanced patron-facing aid with regulation enforcement. Recruited personal network of successful employees into the organization and was promoted over concurrent summers from entry-level to leadership positions.
Junior Board Founding Member
Northwestern University Settlement House
Aug 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)
Organized new fundraisers and contributed to auxiliary board events and camp clean-ups to support the organization's initiatives. This non-profit organization works to disrupt generational poverty with various community programs.
Education
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Boston College, Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Grade: 3.84
Pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with minors in International Studies (Ethics and Social Justice Concentration) and Management for Social Impact. Relevant coursework included International Conflicts, Security Studies, U.S. Foreign Policy, Globalization, Global Governance, International Development, Comparative Foreign Government Systems, and Economics.
Loyola University Chicago, John Felice Rome Center
Study Abroad Program, International Studies
Grade: 4.0
Completed on-site courses in ancient Roman and 19th-20th-century Italian history. Also completed a course on European Union politics, researching current events and international relations.
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