James M. Ripley 763-***-****
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SUMMARY OF n Motivated and Resourceful individual with a demonstrated record
PROFESSIONAL of quality performance and initiative.
QUALIFICATIONS n Analytical problem solver, well versed in research methods.
n Highly organized, accurate and thorough, with attention to detail.
n Effective presenter with strong verbal, written, and instructional skills.
n Adept at communication and team collaboration at all levels.
KEY STRENGTHS l Solid Research Experience l Excellent Verbal & Written Abilities
l Analytical Problem Solving l Presentation & Instructional Skills
l Organizational & Detail Skills l Cross Functional Team Collaboration
l Rapid Learning Abilities l Positive Customer Relationships
EDUCATION BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE, Mankato, MN
Bachelor of Arts in Broad Field Social Studies Minor: Legal Studies 2020 Dean’s List
n Senior Thesis: Breaking the Color Line: How Wendell Smith and The Pittsburg Courier Influenced the Desegregation of Baseball. Commended by professors for thorough, clear, and effective proposal and presentation. Selected for publication.
n Researched, developed and delivered numerous course presentations on historical and legal topics. Received positive faculty response for strong instructional skills.
Course Highlights:
l Historical Research and Writing l Senior Research Seminar
l American Minorities l Introduction to Legal Studies
l Criminal Procedures l Family Law
l The Supreme Court and the American People
EXPERIENCE RIPLEY BUILT, LLC, Plymouth, MN
Construction Assistant 2018 to Present
Construction Team 2014 to 2016
n Perform basic carpentry under the guidance/supervision of Construction Manager.
n Act as job supervisor, instructing subcontractors in absence of Construction Manager.
n Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accuracy of building process.
n Work with Construction Manager to ensure timely project completion.
MAUER CHEVROLET, Inver Grove Heights, MN
Sales Associate Summer 2017 (Selected for Online Sales Team)
n Met with potential customers on sales floor; demonstrated features, assisted with test drives, and confirmed inventory.
n Discussed financing options and completed invoicing paperwork with customers to finalize transactions.
n Completed invoicing paperwork with customers to finalize transactions.
TECHNOLOGY l Proficient in MS Office Suite
l Strong knowledge of PC’s and MAC software
l Well versed in social media platforms
l Proficient in Google applications
James M. Ripley
Resume of Qualifications
CAMPUS n Upper Midwest Athletic Conference – UMAC Champions Spring 2018 & 2019,
ACTIVITIES Member, Bethany College Baseball Team
n Officer, College History Club 2019-2020
COMMUNITY n Math Tutor for Adult Immigrants, Lincoln Community Center Fall 2019
SERVICE n Volunteer, Special Needs Adult Outreach, Mankato, MN Fall 2016 & 2018
n Volunteer Counselor, Camp BASIC Summer 2016
n Volunteer, Holiday Lighting Setup – Sibley Park, Mankato, MN December 2016 & 2018
PROFESSIONAL David Reagles, Ph.D.
REFERENCES Assistant Professor of History
Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato, MN
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Ryan C. MacPherson, Ph.D.
History Department Director
Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato, MN
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Sara Edwards, J.D.
Legal Advisor to the Cabinet
Associate Professor of Legal Studies
Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato, MN
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