Melanie Laureano

I’m currently an Office Assistant at the University Of Rochester River Campus Libraries, where I operate the library’s circulation system (Alma) to check items in and out and manage patron billing records. I also go above and beyond to assist patrons by answering or finding answers to questions about library materials, policies, and circulation services.

Alongside my library work, I support student success through roles in resident life and teaching. As a Resident Life D’lion, I helped first-year students adjust to campus life by organizing events and offering guidance in scheduled one-on-one meetings, and I led planning and execution of community service events with coordination across volunteers, logistics, and outreach.

I’ve also gained hands-on experience in education and public service as a Public Health 101 Teacher’s Assistant, teaching and supporting undergraduate students through office hours and outreach by email. Earlier, I interned at the Empire Justice Center, answering phones, assisting clients, translating voicemails, managing filing, and shadowing attorneys and paralegals while assisting in legal research for victims of crime.

I bring strong leadership and communication through campus involvement, including serving as Minority Pre-Law Society Executive Board Publicity Chair—managing publicity and social media outreach by creating fliers and videos using photo and video editing software. I’ve also contributed as Mock Trial Executive Board Secretary and as a Habitat For Humanity member supporting affordable housing and community development projects.