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Emma Tienda de la Vega

@emmatiendadelavega

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Graduate student specializing in Material Culture and Public Humanities.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative environment that values cultural preservation and offers growth opportunities.

As a dedicated graduate student at Virginia Tech, I am pursuing a Master of Arts in Material Culture & Public Humanities, maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA. My academic journey is complemented by my Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, where I also achieved a 4.0 GPA. My passion for understanding and preserving cultural artifacts drives my commitment to excellence in my studies and professional experiences.

Throughout my internships, I have honed my skills in collection management and research. At the VT Art & Architecture Library, I cataloged over 500 historical posters and drafted a comprehensive research essay on paper-based collections. My role as a Graduate Teaching Assistant has further developed my leadership and communication skills, allowing me to effectively engage with students and faculty alike. I am also experienced in grant writing, having authored letters of intent for various arts organizations, showcasing my ability to connect with stakeholders and secure funding for important projects.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Graduate Symposium Preparation Committee

VT College of Architecture, Arts, and Design

Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)

Designed informational flyers and promoted the symposium. Liaised with faculty members and other students to ensure successful event preparation.

Event Planning Graphic Design Communication Collaboration

Client Relationship Manager

Opera on the James

Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)

Responsible for grant writing for the Tyler Young Artist Program and Apprentice Program. Managed client relationships to secure funding for artistic initiatives.

Client Relationship Management Fundraising Program Development Communication

Website Designer

The Swiss Style

Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Designed a website with an interactive network visualization about Swiss graphic design, including 120 connections. Utilized WordPress for content management and Kumu for network visualization.

Website Design WordPress Graphic Design Data Visualization

Collections Intern

VT Art & Architecture Library

May 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Cataloged over 500 posters with historical facts and condition reports. Implemented two spreadsheets for collection highlights and the Swiss Poster Award of the Year booklet collection.

Data Entry Research Microsoft Excel

Grant Writer

VT Moss Arts Center

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Authored a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the Dorothy Gillespie Foundation. This involved researching the foundation's interests and aligning them with the center's artistic goals.

Research Proposal Development Communication Arts Administration

Graduate Teaching Assistant

VT College of Architecture, Arts, and Design

Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Held nine study sessions per semester for an average of 20 students. Graded weekly discussion posts and essays, and reviewed quizzes bi-weekly.

Teaching Grading Public Speaking Time Management

Independent Study

VT Oris Glisson Textile Collection

Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Processed items from two different donations by sewing labels, cleaning, researching, and storing more than 10 garments. Entered, reviewed, and cleaned metadata in the collection’s Excel workbook.

Textile Conservation Metadata Management Data Entry Research Microsoft Excel

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Virginia Tech

Master of Arts, Material Culture & Public Humanities

2023 -

Grade: 4.0

Pursued a Master of Arts in Material Culture & Public Humanities, focusing on interdisciplinary studies of cultural artifacts and public engagement. Achieved a perfect GPA of 4.0, demonstrating strong academic performance and dedication to the field.

Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro

Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology

2021 - 2022

Grade: 4.0

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, gaining a comprehensive understanding of human societies, cultures, and development. Maintained an excellent academic record with a GPA of 4.0, reflecting commitment to scholarly excellence.