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Ashley Adams
151 Chiarucci Drive, Kent, OH 44243
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Phone: (330) 346-2458
 
 
  Objective 
    To obtain an intership with a translation company for Summer 2005
 
 
  Education 
    Kent State UniversityKent, OHPresent
    Working towards M.A. in Spanish Translation
 
    Rockford CollegeRockford, IL2000 - 2004
    • B.A., Spanish Language and Culture.
    • Minor in Anthropology and Sociology.
    • Graduated Summa Cum Laude.
    • 3.97 GPA.
 
    Universidad de SalamancaSalamanca, SpainSummer 2003
    Completed Intensive Spanish Language Program.
 
    Universidad de SevillaSeville, SpainSpring 2003
    Completed Spanish Language and Humanities Program.
 
  Experience 
    Rockford College Writing Center - TutorRockford, IL2001 - 2004
    • Tutored more than 120 students, including 17 English-as-a-second-language (ESL) students.
    • Instructed students in the development, organization, and clear expression of written ideas.
    • Demonstrated proficiency in editing and proofreading texts from many fields, including business, the social sciences, education, and literature.
    • Worked effectively with clients of diverse backgrounds, needs, and ability levels.
 
    American Red Cross Homeless Shelter - Translator (volunteer) Rockford, IL Fall 2003
    • Translated paperwork for intake of new clients from English to Spanish.
    • Translated pomotional material from English to Spanish.
 
    Rockford College English Department - Research AssistantRockford, IL2001 - 2002
    • Researched and acquired books needed for probjects.
    • Examined archival sources for material relevant to professors' research.
    • Proofread manuscripts.
 
    Oregon Public Library - PageOregon, ILSummer 2001 and 2002
    • Assisted patrons with computers, Internet, and online library catlog, helping them locate books and otherwise use library resources.
    • Worked at circulation desk, attending to patrons and checking materials in and out.
    • Entered library materials into computerized catalog system. Heped maintain organization of books, periodicals, and other items.
    • Helped prepare for and carry out children's activities during youth summer reading program.
    • Created promotional brochure using desktop publishing skills.
 
    Burton Placement Services - Substitute Office ClerkOregon, ILSummer 2001
    • Toook calls from employers seeking temporary or contract employees.
    • Responsible for distributing paychecks to employees.
 
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