MELISSA C. JOHNSON
4650 Washington Blvd., Apt. 408, Arlington, VA 22201, 202-441-8753, mcjohnson33@gmail.com
EDUCATION
American University, School of International Service, Washington, DC
MA, Global Environmental Policy, December 2011 (anticipated), GPA: 3.85
BA, International Affairs, May 2008, GPA: 3.15
American University, Study Abroad Programs
Beijing, China, September – December 2006
- Studied Mandarin, economics, women’s rights, and pre modern history of China at Peking University; participated
in a study tour through China, including Tibet
Brussels, Belgium, January – May 2006
- Studied politics, economics, and security of the European Union; traveled extensively through Europe, including
an organized study tour to Cyprus, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Montenegro
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Washington Semester Program, American University, Washington, DC
Assistant to the Dean, July 2008 – present
- Receive and process more than 1,000 applications per year for three undergraduate and graduate programs
- Collaborate with colleagues and developers to build and employ eResources, a new data management system that
streamlines the admissions process for multiple programs
- Aided in the successful launch of the Graduate Gateway Program by developing admissions procedures and
standards; efforts resulted in enrollment of 38 students in spring 2010 and 78 students expected in fall 2010
- Manage the Dean’s office by performing as a liaison between the Dean and faculty/staff, maintaining
appointment log, overseeing special projects, and completing administrative tasks
- Recruit students through study abroad and career fairs; successfully recruited five students from four fairs
- Assisted with logistical and fiscal planning of two overseas study tours; accompanied 49 undergraduate students
to Geneva, Strasbourg, Brussels, and The Hague, and 20 undergraduate/graduate students to Paris and Brussels
International Student Assistant, August 2007 – July 2008
- Organized and executed orientations and ceremonies for up to 100 international students
- Advised students on resume and cover-letter writing, immigration policies, and academic concerns
- Evaluated student documentation as needed, specifically English fluency scores and financial documents
- Assisted with recruitment efforts of international educational institutions for affiliation
- Responded to program inquiries from prospective students and international member representatives
Administrative Assistant/Federal Work Study Program Student, August 2004 – July 2008
- Created, organized, and updated student, faculty, and member school databases
- Supported staff with programming and administrative tasks, including high-volume mailings and student events
China’s Sustainable Transportation Center, Beijing, China
Intern, September – December 2006
- Conducted research on Bus Rapid Transit’s applicability to developing nations
- Proofread and revised English news briefs to be posted on Center’s website
European Atomic Forum, Brussels, Belgium
Intern, January – April 2006
- Conducted and presented research on United States and Eastern European energy policies
- Attended European Parliamentary plenary sessions and conferences regarding European energy security
- Participated in staff meetings regarding events, policy, and projects
RELEVANT SKILLS
Language: French (basic), Norwegian (basic)
Computer: Knowledgeable of PC and Macintosh operating systems; proficient in Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes,
Datatel, and eResources; skilled in Internet research