HANNAH J.
RICHARDSON
44 Magnolia Ave., Asheville, NC 28801
(410) 924-5041 | hjrichardson@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Master of Education, Higher Education Student Affairs Anticipated May 2019
Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC
o GPA: 4.0
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology May 2005
The College of Wooster Wooster, OH
• Study Abroad: School for International Training, Mombasa Kenya (Spring, 2014)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Graduate Assistantship August 2018 – Present
WCU Center for Career and Professional Development Cullowhee, NC
• Coach students in major exploration, job and internship searches, resume and cover letter
writing, interview skills, and preparation for graduate school
• Responsible for the implementation of the WheExplore program; a program designed to
provide support services to undeclared first year students utilizing one-on-one counseling,
Focus II, email updates, and other tools
• Supervise two student peer mentor coaches in the WheExplore program
• Instruct a career and major exploration course during the Spring 2019 term
• Present career development and major exploration workshops to various courses
• Represent the Career and Professional Development Center at various campus events
• Participate in committee work including the Hire Attire Fashion Show and the Cross-Cultural
Etiquette Dinner
• Utilize programs including Blackboard, GradesFirst, and Qualtrics
Work Programs Office, Orientation, and Career Center Intern Summer 2018
Warren Wilson College Swannanoa, NC
• Developed a student training program and a skills assessment for all student work crews in
alignment with NACE career readiness competencies and the institution’s civic identity model
• Assisted in the development and implementation of orientation leader training programs
including teambuilding initiatives, group discussions, and leadership education modules
• Reorganized and redesigned student career preparedness information using Canva
Transition and Parent Programs Intern Spring 2018
University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville, NC
• Gathered information regarding the experience of UNC Asheville transition students using in-
person interviews, focus groups, and tabling techniques
• Contacted other institutions regarding effective programing for transition students
• Created an online guide for non-residential students highlighting on and off campus program
and services that are not readily accessible
Hannah Richardson
Bookseller & Social Media Coordinator June 2015 - Present
Malaprop’s Bookstore & Café Asheville, NC
• Responsible for excellent front-line customer service, social media and web promotion,
written book reviews, hosting in-store author events, and off-site book events and signings
Associate Executive Director, YMCA Camp Woodstock 2011 –2015
Greater Hartford YMCA Woodstock Valley, CT
• Hired, trained and supervised over 130 staff in a residential summer camp program
• Marketed programs and recruited campers
• Coordinated and implemented weekend programming for retreats and conferences
• Participated in annual fundraising efforts for camper scholarships, raising over $120,000
• Managed budget of greater than $170,000
Youth Leadership Director, YMCA Camp Woodstock 2009 - 2011
Greater Hartford YMCA Woodstock Valley, CT
• Supervised programming and staff for Leadership-Training and Counselor-Training programs
• Implemented and gained funding for six urban youth retreats each year
• Assisted as needed with the diverse demands of a year-round residential camp facility
including team building, programming, strategic planning, marketing, and campaigning
TEACHING AND TRAINING EXPERIENCE
Instructor, “USI 150 - Career and Major Exploration” January 2019 - Present
WCU Office of Career and Professional Development Cullowhee, NC
• Design and facilitate lessons for a one-credit career and major exploration class
• Support the individual exploration, objectives, and expectations of 12 students
Presentations and Workshop Facilitation August 2018 - Present
Center for Career and Professional Development Cullowhee, NC
• Provide presentations and workshops to a variety of areas of study in alignment with student,
faculty and CCPD objectives. These included:
o Interview Preparation and Skills
o Resume and Cover Letter Writing
o Mock Interviews
o Center for Career and Professional Development Provided Services
o Focus II
Public Allies Service-Learning Teaching Fellow 2007 - 2008
Eagle Rock School & Professional Development Center Estes Park, CO
• Lived on-site at a residential high school and co-instructed a variety of service-learning and
other related courses for students ages 14-20
• Created classroom learning objectives in alignment with the mission of the institution as well
as state or national graduation standards
• Provided written assessments for each student in regard to their academic and personal
learning objectives.
• Led a one-week trip of 15 students to the Gulf Coast for Hurricane Katrina rebuilding efforts
• Participated in residential Eagle Rock community events, duties, trainings & meetings
Hannah Richardson
COMMITTEE WORK
WCU Center for Career and Professional Development
• Hire Attire Fashion Show planning committee member (Fall 2018)
• Cross-Cultural Etiquette Dinner planning committee member (Spring 2019)
YMCA of Greater Hartford - International Committee
• Chairperson (2014)
• Member (2010-2013)
YMCA Camp Woodstock Board of Directors
• Program Committee Chairperson (2011-2015)
CONFERENCES AND PRESENTATIONS
NCCPA & NCHO Conference attendee (Asheville, NC) Fall 2017
Northeast Camping Conference Presentations 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
• Leading by Example: Developing Teen Leadership Programming
• Creating a Positive Family Camp Experience
• Utilizing your camp’s values in everyday life
VOLUNTEER SERVICE
Event volunteer with Asheville nonprofit organizations including Asheville on Bikes, the Literacy
Council of Buncombe County, Dogwood Alliance, and Downtown After Five. 2015-2018
Empty Bowls 2010 - 2014
Sawmill Pottery Putnam, CT
• Created ceramic bowls to be used as a fundraiser for local community organizations
Elementary School Interim Teacher April -July 2007
Cielo Azul Teaching Program Otavalo, Ecuador
• Taught English and computer literacy to 2nd - 6th graders in a remote Ecuadorian village
Disaster Response Crew Leader, Hurricane Katrina November 2005-May 2006
Hands On USA & Hands On Network Biloxi, MS
• Led crews of up to 15 volunteers in demolition, mold remediation, roofing, and rebuilding
efforts for homes damaged by the hurricane
Hannah Richardson
