grad school application essay.

EDUCATION

WESTFIELD STATE UNIVERSITY - WESTFIELD, MA

B.S. in Liberal Studies

Concentrations: Biology, Psychology, Movement Science Minor: Communications

Relevant Coursework: Foundations of Movement Science, Motor Learning, Children in

Competitive Sports, Child Development, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Sports Promotion,

Children in Competitive Sports, Sports Psychology, Communication Technologies

WORK EXPERIENCE

REF EREE AND INTRAMURAL PROGRAMS ASSISTANT | WESTFIELD STATE UNIVERSITY

WESTFIELD, MA • JAN 2016 – MAY 2016

 Referee for highly skilled intramural basketball league and managed scoreboard

 Maintain knowledge of basketball rules and regulations to make play calls

A SSISTANT VARSITY BASKETBALL C OACH | DOHERTY MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

WORCESTER, MA • NOV 2015 – MAR 2016

 Videotaped games and reviewed film with team to give players feedback on performance

 Created and implemented workout drills to improve player skills and performance

SUMMER LEAGUE VARSITY BASKETBALL COACH | DOHERTY MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

WORCESTER, MA • SUMMER 2011 - SUMMER 2015

 Continue player development with varsity basketball players during off-season

YOUTH WORKER | COMMERCE BANK STADIUM

WORCESTER, MA • DEC 2010 – MAY 2011

 Worked with the Worcester Public School athletic director with administrative duties and

coordinating Inter High Varsity Sport schedules

 Helped organize NFL High School Development Camp, Mini Olympics and Special Olympics

 Reviewed each team’s needs and delivered sports equipment to players

YOUTH WORKER F OR PROJECT YES PROGRAM | E LM PARK C OMMUNITY SCHOOL

WORCESTER, MA • FEB 2010 - JULY 2010

 Served as gym instructor and tutor for after-school program

 Worked with elementary students helping them with academic studies and staying active

VOLUNTEER

A F TERSCHOOL PROGRAM ASSISTANT | WORCESTER BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB

WORCESTER, MA • SEP 2008 – JUNE 2012

 Assist in the planning and implementation of a daily program which will meet the needs

of the children in attendance; set up program, project, and activity areas as needed

 Monitor individuals and assure students understanding of program rules and procedures; maintain appropriate order and student conduct

SKILLS

Certifications: CPR

Social Media: Blogger, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Google+

Software: Microsoft Office Suite, HTML, Garage Band, Final Cut Pro, Dreamweaver

MICHAEL ADU 117 Ledgecrest Drive, Worcester, MA 01603

Cell: 508-304-0660 | Email:[email protected]

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