Carissa A.

Culver
1002 207
th
PL SE
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 256-1444
intcarissa@gmail.com

PROFILE
Recent graduate of the American Sign Language/English Interpreting Program at Western Oregon University with experience
working with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds and taking on a variety of leadership roles; skilled at teamwork and
team-oriented tasks; seeking an interpreting position.

EDUCATION
B.A. in American Sign Language/English Interpreting with Theatre Minor Graduated June 2014
Western Oregon University, Monmouth, OR

WORK EXPERIENCE
Director of Equal Rights Organizing September 2013-Present
Associated Students of Western Oregon University (ASWOU)
Western Oregon University - Monmouth, OR
Lobby state-wide for students with Oregon Student Association (OSA)
Arrange various programs and events relating to diversity and inclusion
Demonstrate how to be an effective and supportive ally to the GLBTQ community
Resident Assistant September 2011-June 2013
Western Oregon University - Monmouth, OR
Organize, plan, and execute educational and recreational programs
Create a safe, welcoming community atmosphere where residents feel comfortable
Serve as a live-in resource for campus residents
Sales Associate June-August 2013
Crate and Barrel - Bellevue, WA
Provide above-standard customer service by anticipating customer needs
Maintain a clean and organized store that is pleasant for workers and shoppers

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
ASL/English Interpreting Intern April-June 2014
Chemeketa Community College - Salem, OR
Observe and shadow working Post-Secondary interpreters
Interpret for deaf and hearing consumers in college classes as part of an interpreting team
Work with a variety of interpreters and consumers with varying backgrounds and needs
Support Service Provider (SSP) and Volunteer Deaf-Blind Interpreter August 2013
Seattle Lighthouse for the Blind Inc. Deaf-Blind Retreat - Seabeck, WA
Understand and implement appropriate guiding techniques with Deaf-Blind camp attendees
Practice professionalism and flexibility as schedules were altered and accommodated
Render tactile and distance interpretations as faithfully as possible