Applying for Graduate School: Academic Resume/CV examples

Herbie Husker 
402-555-555 herbie.husker@unl.edu

Education 

University of Nebraska – Lincoln (UNL), Lincoln, NE 
Bachelor of Arts May 20XX  
Major: Psychology Minor: Sociology
GPA: 3.552/4.000

Universidad del Salvador, Buenos Aires, Argentina
May 20XX-August 20XX 
Studied Latin American history and politics, Genocide Theory and Human Rights

Research Experience

Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience (UCARE) Grant Recipient/Researcher 
Paul Wilson, PhD., UNL Department of Psychology         Fall 20XX-Spring 20XX

  • Received $2,000 grant to assist faculty sponsor with research on the relationship between racial identity and academic achievement  
  • Conducted, transcribed, and coded 300 in-depth interviews using SPSS  
  • Completed literature review on relationship between racial identity and academic achievement 
  • Conceptualized and developed independent research project on transitional justice 
  • Created and administered qualitative survey to identify salient themes in transitional justice among college students 
  • Analyzed data and developed thesis and poster session presenting methodology, findings, and recommendations for future research 

 Research Assistant, UNL Department of Sociology  
Joan Mason, PhD.         Fall 20XX-Spring 20XX 

  • Conducted intake of participants through parent interviews in study examining socioeconomic factors in the cognitive abilities in children 
  • Briefed parents on process, purpose, tools, and confidentiality of study 
  • Recorded individual cognitive assessment sessions with participants and coded videos for evaluation 
  • Provided feedback to researcher on procedures, parent concerns, and data collection 

Poster Presentations

“Racial identity and academic achievement.” 20XX UNL Spring Undergraduate Research Fair, Lincoln, NE  

“Cognitive abilities in children.”  20XX UNL Spring Undergraduate Research Fair, Lincoln, NE  

Honors

Psi Chi Honors Society, January 20XX-Present

UNL Regents Scholar, August 20XX-Present 

Additional Experiences

Outreach Coordinator, Lincoln Literacy, Lincoln, NE                 May 20XX-Present 

  • Initiate and implement preschool literacy program at the People’s City Mission serving 20+ children through tutoring, workshops, and parent resources 
  • Develop and promote literacy program for El Centro de las Americas serving adults through life skills focused activities and dialogue 
  • Recruit, train, and supervise 10+ volunteers to serve as teachers and tutors for over 100 adult learners 

 Tutor, University of Nebraska Athletics, Lincoln, NE                         August 20XX-May 20XX 

  • Reviewed course concepts and terminology in Psychology and Spanish courses for student athletes 
  • Tracked attendance of incoming and outgoing athletes to study hall facilities  

 Telephone Interviewer, UNL Bureau of Sociological Research, Lincoln, NE       August 20XX-July 20XX 

  • Conducted 12-question telephone interview of 208 first year college students on their experiences with school, work, and finances 
  • Conducted 21-question interview of 115 adults ages 35-45 for national longitudinal study to understand the effects of stress across generations  
  • Entered responses to SPSS based interface for analysis and reporting 

Involvement and Leaders

Mexican American Student Association (MASA), UNL, Lincoln, NE      Fall 20XX-Present 

Promotions Chair         Fall 20XX-Spring 20XX 

  • Create and coordinate campaigns for events welcoming over 300 participants 
  • Raise awareness about the Hispanic population through social and cultural events on campus  

National Human Resources Institute, Lincoln, NE            Fall 20XX-Present  

Counselor 

  • Mentor and advise Junior Counselors in developing leadership, communication and goal setting skills, strengths, and self-confidence 
  • Led workshops for up to 40 youth at the Priceless Preteen Leadership Program 
  • Co-Chaired the Teenage Project guiding Junior Counselors in 10th-12th grade 

Student Alumni Association, UNL                  Fall 20XX-Spring 20XX 

Vice-President of Membership Development            Fall 20XX-Spring 20XX 

  • Collaborated with a team of 25 to plan events for 1,000+ members 
  • Increased membership 10% through initiatives such as a rewards program, gaming style contests, and online and in person promotions 
  • Mentored members on academic success, involvement, and professional development 

Pursuing Graduate School