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Taylor Townsend

Lafayette

Summary

Enthusiastic graduate student in Public History with a drive to enter the archival field. Abilities in research, data collection and management, and organization.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Louisiana History Association Graduate Assistant

University of Louisiana at Lafayette
01.2025 - Current
  • Edited and organized journal articles for the Louisiana Historical Association's quarterly journal
  • Aided supervisor in the timely review and approval or denial of historical articles
  • Organized articles into a quarterly journal and ensured they arrived to subscribers on time

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-world examples into lectures.
  • Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.
  • Organized and maintained an up-to-date grade book.

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Dr. Ian Beamish
05.2022 - 05.2024
  • Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
  • Maintained detailed records of all experiments conducted, ensuring easy accessibility and proper documentation procedures were followed.
  • Developed skills in various research methodologies, ensuring high-quality work across diverse projects.
  • Conducted fieldwork as needed, collecting vital data to supplement existing research efforts.

Education

Master of Arts - Public History

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA
05-2026

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA
05-2024

Skills

  • Microsoft office
  • Administrative support
  • Data analysis
  • Event organization
  • Academic research
  • Academic presentations

Languages

French
Professional Working

Timeline

Louisiana History Association Graduate Assistant

University of Louisiana at Lafayette
01.2025 - Current

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
08.2024 - 01.2025

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Dr. Ian Beamish
05.2022 - 05.2024

Master of Arts - Public History

University of Louisiana At Lafayette

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Taylor Townsend