MLIS Student at the University of South Florida

Resume

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EDUCATION

University of South Florida, Tampa, FL — MLIS Degree Anticipated, December 2021

Current GPA (36 credits): 4.0

  • Recipient: H. W. Wilson Scholarship
  • President: Student Organizations of Library and Information Science (SOLIS)
  • Student Member: American Library Association/Florida Library Association
  • Student Member: Special Libraries Association
  • Member: Florida Library Association’s Advocacy and Legislative Committee

University of Florida, Levin College of Law, Gainesville, FL — Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

  • Executive Articles Editor: University of Florida Journal of Law & Public Policy
  • Teaching Assistant: Appellate Advocacy and Legal Research and Writing
  • Book Awards: Advanced Legal Research and Trial Advocacy
  • Pro Bono Certificate

University of Florida, Gainesville, FL — Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Cum Laude (Minor in Criminology)

  • Member: Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Kappa Phi

PUBLICATION

  • Walbolt, L. A. (2021). The Dr. Carter G. Woodson African-American Museum: A community anchor and voice amplifier in South St. Petersburg. Florida Libraries, 64(1), 23-26.

EXPERIENCE

Barbara S. Ponce Public Library, Pinellas Park, FL — Fieldwork Student

AUGUST 2021 – DECEMBER 2021

  • Assist at the Reference Desk helping patrons with information and technology requests
  • Devise and implement a Gratitude Project as a special project for adult services
  • Perform other duties as they arise

City of Philadelphia Law Department, Philadelphia, PA — Assistant City Solicitor

AUGUST 2007 – JULY 2011

  • Represented the Office of Housing and Community Development and the Commerce Department on housing and economic development matters, including contracts, conflicts of interest, and governmental policy.
  • Reviewed and negotiated information technology, procurement, and commercial contracts, amendments, and data licenses for the Intellectual Property Division.

U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Division, Washington, DC — Environmental Torts Division Legal Intern

MAY 2006 – AUGUST 2006

  • Researched and composed memoranda on issues relating to mycotoxin and anthrax exposure.

U.S. Attorney’s Office, Jacksonville, FL — Law Clerk

MAY 2005 – JULY 2005

  • Conducted research, wrote memoranda, drafted pleadings, and assisted in trial preparation, primarily in the Criminal Division.

The Sanctuary on 8th Street, Jacksonville, FL — Summer Camp Teacher

SUMMER 2003 AND SUMMER 2004

  • Planned and led small reading groups with kids of varying ages, designed to help prevent the summer slide.
  • Supervised kids aged 4 to 15 in outdoor games and other activities.

University Lutheran Church and Campus Ministry, Gainesville, FL — Peer Minister

AUGUST 2003 – MAY 2004

  • Developed new methods of welcoming outreach on campus and at worship.
  • Counseled students who needed a caring presence.
  • Planned and led student studies, social events, and service opportunities.

VOLUNTEER WORK

  • Sorted and shelved books at the Seminole Community Library and Perkins Elementary
  • Research Strategy Team and Team Leader for Faith and Action for Strength Together (FAST)
  • JustLove (Racial Justice) Team Member for the Florida-Bahamas Synod
  • Former Board Member of Lutheran Settlement House in Philadelphia, PA