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Alysa Bijl-Spiro

Austin

Summary

Alysa Bijl-Spiro is an energetic student with a passion for story-telling. Her creative writing coursework and humanities research reflect her deep interest in the role fictional narratives play in broader social change and the development of cultural empathy. She hopes to be a life-long reader and writer, and is looking to pursue a career in academia, education or philanthropy.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Moody Scholar in the Humanities and Arts

Prof. Margarita Castromán Soto
09.2022 - Current

Received a $3,500 competitive renewable grant to conduct self-led research on upper-level English literature curriculums in Houston-area high schools. Submitting for presentation in April 2023.

Skills: Creating project plans, community engagement, educational philosophy, academic writing

Inventory Manager at Rice Coffeehouse

Rice University
11.2023 - Current

Work with wholesale distributors to keep Rice Coffeehouse in-stock of perishable and non-perishable goods. Engage with Rice affinity groups to create specialty drinks to celebrate ethnic holidays throughout the year.

Skills: Designing organizational systems, managing finances, building business relationships, outreach

Fondren Library Research Assistant

Fondren Library
09.2022 - 05.2023

Facilitated student and faculty focus groups on the diversity, equity and inclusion of publishing services offered by Fondren library.

Kind Coffee

Kimi Nash
06.2023 - 08.2023

Trained to work register, espresso bar and auxiliary tasks at local coffee shop.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Rice University
Houston, TX
05.2026

Skills

  • Creative Writing and Storytelling
  • Literary Analysis
  • Project Coordination
  • Conducting Research
  • Community Engagement
  • Interviewing and Journalism Techniques
  • Willingness to Learn

Accomplishments

    Lady Geddes Essay Prize (2023): First place winner of English department's annual writing competition for best academic English paper written by a freshman or sophomore. Received $1,000 cash prize.

    McCallum High School Valedictorian (2022)



Timeline

Inventory Manager at Rice Coffeehouse

Rice University
11.2023 - Current

Kind Coffee

Kimi Nash
06.2023 - 08.2023

Moody Scholar in the Humanities and Arts

Prof. Margarita Castromán Soto
09.2022 - Current

Fondren Library Research Assistant

Fondren Library
09.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Arts -

Rice University
Alysa Bijl-Spiro