Lindsey E.

Viets
2612 W. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS
(785) 819-3697 lviets@gus.pittstate.edu

EDUCATION
Pittsburg State University (PSU), Pittsburg, KS
Bachelor of Science in Education May 2017
Majors: English and Communication GPA: 4.0
Minor: Film and Media Studies
Certificate: International Knowledge and Experience

Anticipated Certification Date for English/Theatre: Spring 2017

HONORS
Honors College Association, Presidential Scholar 2012-2016
PSU Research Colloquium,

2nd Place in Oral Presentation 2016
PSU Theatre Department, Outstanding Theatre Student 2015-2016
Alpha Psi Omega Theatre Honor Society, Business Manager 2015-2016

INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Conversation Partner for Speakers of Other Languages 2013-Present
Mission Trip to Ethiopia and Jordan Summer 2014
Study Abroad to Western Europe: World War II Summer 2013

PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE
Theatre
Acted in five collegiate productions in three venues
Directed the collegiate one-act play Precipice and the Cross Quest Drama Team
Stage-managed for Gil Cooper in Shakespeares The Merry Wives of Windsor
Courses taken include Stage Direction, Technical Production, and Acting Studies
Film
Speaking role in the independent film Order 86 with training in stunt choreography
Courses taken in On Camera, Cold Read, Scene Read, and Improvisation
Dance
Trained at the intermediate level in ballet, tap, and jazz
Received instruction from Kelly King, Laurie Johnson, and Kristal Huehl
Courses taken in contemporary, modern, jazz fusion, hip-hop, and dance fitness
Music
Introductory training in voice, piano, and trombone

INTERNSHIPS
Joplin High School, Joplin, MO Fall 2016/Spring 2017
Intern/Student Teacher
Cooperating Teachers: Linda Unser (English) and Ashley Trotnic (Drama)
Prepare and teach daily lessons for students under the supervision of lead teacher
Mentor up to 30 students based on individual learning goals and class progression
Observe teacher practices and model appropriate behavior
Pittsburg School District, Pittsburg, KS September 2015-May 2016
Clinical Experience
Cooperating Teachers: Angela Lewis (English Language Arts) and Julie Laflen (Forensics/Debate)
Taught two lessons to an eighth grade English Language Arts class
Individually tutored three 8th grade students in order to progress with class material
Coached 10+ high school students on their debate and forensics speeches

Northeast High School, Arma, KS September 2013-December 2013

Explorations in Education
Cooperating Teacher: Brian Smith (English Language Arts)
Observed 33 hours of instruction in sophomore English and senior Literature
Taught line memorization techniques and characterization to sophomores for a school play

WORK EXPERIENCE
PSU Office of Career Services, Pittsburg, KS March 2015-December 2016
Peer Advisor
Cross-trained after one year for the role of Interview Assistant
Demonstrated superior customer service in handling students, faculty, staff, and alumni
Assisted students and alumni with computers, library resources, Gorillas4Hire, job search process,
and development of professional correspondence surrounding interviewing process
Contacted over 500 graduates to verify employment statistics after graduation
Completed clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, typing, and answering telephones

Old Navy, Salina, KS August 2011-October 2013

Sales Associate
Acquired 90+ Old Navy Card applications to help brand company and increase sales
Aided customers in efficient, enjoyable checkout process at primary cash register
Maintained sales floor appearance through organizing, hanging and folding merchandise
Cleaned fitting room area and replenished merchandise to Old Navy standards

Kenwood Cove Waterpark, Salina, KS May 2010-August 2013

Head Cashier
Promoted from Cashier/Deck Attendant to Head Cashier
Supervised up to four cashiers per shift and reinforced a positive work environment
Utilized Point of Sale software to coordinate birthday parties & swim lesson enrollments
Addressed and directed patrons needs regarding facility use, interactions with other patrons, and
personal emergencies
Managed the front office by directing phone calls and handling daily bank deposits

COMMUNITY SERVICE
Church, Kindergarten Sunday School Teacher
Trinity Baptist July 2016-Present
Metamorpho Youth Group, Team Co-Leader August 2016-February 2017

LEADERSHIP

PSU Campus Outreach of International Justice Mission, President 2016-2017
Campus Christians Connect Group, Co-Leader 2013-2014
Honors College Association, Peer Mentor 2013-2014