Mathew Vicknair

Hi, I'm Mathew Vicknair. Welcome to my profile!

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Mathew Vicknair + Strong international perspective, resided in five foreign countries over a span of 17 years + Proficient with Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook), SPSS, survey tools + Proficient with online research and strong ability to use databases + Invited to present research papers at conferences, strong ability to write and give presentations + Good knowledge of businesses, politics, and NGO programs through class, research, experience

Aquinas Scholars Webmaster at Aquinas Scholars

August 2012 - May 2013

+Update the website and roster of the Aquinas Scholars +Proposed setting up a Scholars Program LinkedIn page +Sat on the Faculty Advisory committee

President of Globally Minded Student Association (GMSA) at University of St. Thomas

August 2011 - May 2013

+Co-hosted a Global Conflicts Seminar +Created a Translate for Good Program +Initiated an environmentally conscious policy for the club +Established the largest budget balance in the club's history +Formerly Vice President and Finance Chair until May 2012

Night Access Manager at Murray Hall at University of St. Thomas

August 2009 - May 2013

+Worked with Residential Advisors, Operation Managers, and Public Safety ensure residential security +Twice received the 'Most Valuable Staff Member' by Residential Hall Association

Language Service Program Assistant at International Institute of Minnesota

June 2012 - August 2012

+ Helped facilitate computer and English classes and registered students + Worked on resumes, cover letters, and mock interviews for immigrants + Maintained and troubleshoot the computer lab + Redesigned the program flyer to cut costs + Proposed and developed the LinkedIn profile for the Institute

International Trade Intern at U.S. Commercial Service

June 2012 - August 2012

+ Helped U.S companies develop an exporting strategy + Helped develop a 'Certificate of Origin' section on the website + Redesigned Outlook contact entry + Updated the website, publications, and contact list

President of Sociology and Criminal Justice Club at University of St. Thomas

December 2010 - May 2012

+Revamped the club to double membership size +Pensioned for the largest increase in club budget history +Helped provide access to relevant resources +Formerly finance chair of the club until August 2010

International Student Mentor at University of St. Thomas

August 2010 - December 2011

+ Welcomed the new international students to St. Thomas + Created, promoted a sense of belonging for int'l students + Coordinated events with a team of five other mentors + Worked with offices, clubs to promote campus wide diversity

Assistant Scoutcrafts Director at Northern Lights Council, Boy Scouts of America

June 2010 - July 2011

+ Directed the Citizenship in the World and Cooking programs + Facilitated wilderness survival simulations + Assisted with the incoming Theatrical program + Helped pioneer new permanent structures in the program area + Facilitated the area's Counselor in Training program + Formerly Scoutcrafts Aide until promotion in May 2010

Student Manager at The View at University of St. Thomas

October 2009

+ Oversee the service and financial transactions of The View + Assisted in transition to a new dining facility in 2012 + Helped hire and schedule 45 new staff members + Brought in a new communication system to the new facility + Formerly a Student worker until May 2011

The George Washington University

2013 – 2015

Master's degree

University of Saint Thomas

2009 – 2013

B.A, B.S

Concentration: Sociology, International Economics

International Development