Dakota Lyn Grenier

dakotagrenier@my.uri.edu | dakotalgrenier.weebly.com
Professional Summary
Brings high energy and excitement to all tasks
Naturally builds relationships and works well in team settings
Communicates effectively and makes sure all voices are heard
Education
University of Rhode Island Expected Graduation - Fall 2020
- Major: Nursing
- Minor: Leadership Studies
- GPA: 3.05
- Centennial Scholarship Recipient
Work Experience
Customer Service, East Coast Paddle Sports, East Greenwich, RI Summer 2017
- Effectively communicated how to paddle board and kayak correctly and safely
- Promoted business on social media
- Answered any questions customers had about purchasing boards and products
Hostess, Oceanside at the Pier, Narragansett, RI Summer 2016
- Greeted costumers and organized seating
- Answered phone calls and made reservations
Volunteer Experience
Counselor, Camp Dotty, Camp Grace, Hasbro Childrens Hospital, Providence, RI Summer 2015-Present
- Volunteered at summer camp counselor for 4-7 year olds battling cancer or chronic illnesses
- organized activities
- Worked alongside children, while recognizing the power of play in their healing process
Candidate, Student of the Year Campaign, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Warwick, RI February 2016
- Ran 6-week long fundraising campaign in which we fundraised over $35,000 alongside a
team of 10 peers
- Received the Mission Award for best encompassing the mission of LLS
Rotaract Club Fall 2016 - Present
- Participates in many service projects as the student service organization at URI
- Completes service projects around campus, in the community and internationally
Leadership
Coordinator, Student Alumni Association, URI Fall 2017- Present
- Plans events for the student body, such as homecoming, and philanthropy events
- Attends weekly board meetings to discuss upcoming events
- Networks with URI alums, keeping them connected with
Facilitator, North Woods Challenge Course, URI Spring 2017 Present
- Facilitates outdoor group retreats, leading them through different elements and developing
an inclusive environment to create a stronger team bond to effectively achieve their goals
Consultant, Student Organization of Leadership Consultants, URI Spring 2017 Present
- Facilitates group development retreats for student organizations
- Creates agendas focused on client group goals
- Guides client groups through relationship building, group development and conflict
resolutions
Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters, The Compass School, South Kingston, RI Fall 2016- Present
- Mentors elementary school boy weekly serving as a positive role model