ABOUT ME
My name is Arturo Avalos or otherwise universally known as "Artie". I am a Resident Assistant for UTEP Housing at Miner Canyon and I currently study Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Computer Engineering at UTEP as well, and I know what you're thinking. An engineer in an R.A position? It is a ways away from my career path and my previous position was actually at Office Depot where I worked as a Tech Consultant assisting customers with their computers and electronics.
"Why didn't you stay there? It makes more sense for a Computer Engineer!" Yes, staying in a part time position as an Undergrad relevant to my field would have made sense as opposed to a position where my technical knowledge is not really utilized everyday but what I was thinking when I was offered an interview for the position was opportunity.
During my time as an R.A I was given an opportunity to not only get to know and work with people from completely different backgrounds but to also learn more about myself.
Being on my own, living independently has allowed me to really look inside myself to see what really motivates me and what I really love. After one year as an R.A, I can honestly say that I would not have grown so much in such a short amount of time had I not taken the position.
Involvement
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Student Alumni Association
Vice President of Membership
As the Vice President of Membership, I was the main face that potential new members would see. The position's responsibilities were Recruitment, Retention, and organization of Social Activities. Recruitment was executed through membership drives organized by myself and varied by project. Some projects included tabling events outside of the Alumni Lodge, informational socials such as the Summer Orientation Presentation of "UTEP 101", an ice cream social where new students were presented information about the essential "need to knows" about UTEP such as: How to change your major, how to purchase parking permits, the best places to purchase textbooks, etc.
Young Achievers Forum
Inspiring the Young
When I was only an active member and Membership Chair for SAA, I was given the opportunity to become one of many UTEP tour guides for middle school students from around the region to learn the great things about receiving a higher education. In these tours, I guided my group through assigned stops around UTEP with different keynote speakers from different fields such as Business, Athletics, Medcial, and STEM. The keynote speakers at these stops gave a quick backstory as to how they came to their field, all of which had a different story to tell. At the end of the day, the students had better insight as to what should await them after they move through middle school and soon for them high school.
21st Century Scholars
The Best of The Best
The 21st Century Scholars Program is a type of Honors Program where select students from different colleges and departments are nominated by their mentor or supervisor and go through a sort of training process. In this process these students learn how to greatly utilize their skills as UTEP students and are presented with the opportunity to speak with representatives of different departments going over topics that greatly enhance our understanding and awareness of our education and as members of a community. I was given the honor of being nominated to be a 21st Century Scholar by my supervisor and from the program, I am highly motivated to dedicate myself to my community to help fellow members grow.
Since I was very active in High School (being a part of Band, Theater, and Choir), I wanted to stay busy as well in my collegiate studies. Within my own limits I am always willing to be involved with the extracurriculars that are available to me.
Resume
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering | Anticipated May 2020 | University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Program Assistant | University of Texas at El Paso | June 2018 – Nov. 2018
Identify/create efficient and effective advertisement opportunities for events.
Instruct Residential Advisors (R.A.) on how to properly fill out and submit Event Proposals.
Contact collaborators based upon the R.A.s Proposals
Purchase materials/food per R.A. Proposal.
Manage multiple calendars (On – Call Shifts, Events, Collaborations, Main Facility).
Maintain updated inventory of all materials and consumables within complex (Tech., food, office supplies, etc.).
Keep record of purchases/receipts for submission to finance administrator.
Advise R.A.s on improving events following a recorded evaluation (advertisement, community building, etc.).
Maintain Google Drive account to keep records of Proposals, Pictures, Calendars, Inventory, Advertisement, Evaluations, and Attendance for staff evaluations and event evaluations.
Residential Advisor | University of Texas at El Paso | Aug. 2017-May 2018
Assigned to a unit in a dormitory and consistent availability within the complex during “off- duty” hours.
Assistance in the administrative operation of the dormitory including, checking in and checking out of residents as well as the enforcement of The University’s Code of Conduct and The Department of Residence Life’s community expectations.
Monthly implementation of educational, service, and social oriented programming opportunities which enhance the resident’s academic and recreational experience.
Participate in a nightly duty rotation and first-level crisis management response to over 440 residents.
Copy & Print Associate | Office Depot | June 2016-March 2017
Use software (e.g., Photoshop, Publisher) to develop customized client products
Provide customer service by suggesting products or cross selling products that fit the customer’s needs regarding custom printing, advertisement, or marketing.
Sales and marketing of products and services (ex. flyers, posters, save-the-dates).
Maintain and operate work-related equipment (ex. large format printers, cutting machine).
Operate/multi – task in a very fast paced environment.
SKILLS
Strong intuition and knowledge on technology issues.
Able to multi – task and perform under stress.
Able to delegate tasks for more efficient and quick results.
Proficient team work skills.
Proficient articulation/communication skills.
Spanish Speaking – Conversational.
Proficient in content creation and editing while using Microsoft Publisher.
Basic Adobe Photoshop Skills.
Basic Adobe Premier Skills.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Employee of the Month (January 2015) – Sonic Drive In.
Associate of the Month – Office Depot
Most Rewards sign ups in Copy and Print Department during Back to School Season 2016 – Office Depot; approx. 3 every shift.
R.A. of the Week (June 17 – June 23) – Department of Housing and Residence Life (University of Texas at El Paso).
Member of the Month Award (January 2017) – Student Alumni Association (University of Texas at El Paso).
The Pritika Parthiban New Member of the Year Award – Student Alumni Association (University of Texas at El Paso).