Diana G. Valencia813.468.4360 / DValen04@gmail.com

833 W Charing Cross Cir.Lake Mary, Fl 32746

EDUCATION

University of Florida, Gainesville, FloridaBachelor of Arts in International Studies – Europe May 2016

Minor: French and Francophone StudiesRelevant Coursework: Politics in Russia, International Politics in Latin America, Writing in the Law,

Migration in Europe, Commercial French, Contemporary French Commerce, Senior Research Seminar in International Studies

Honors: Dean’s List August 2014 – May 2015Bright Futures Florida Academic Scholars Recipient August 2012 – May 2014

CERTIFICATES

Diplôme de Français Professionnel (DFP) Affaires, Niveau C1 July 2016Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Paris, France

Internationally recognized certificate in Business French at Level C1 (Experienced/Advanced Level)

Certificat de langue française, Niveau B1 May 2015 – August 2015Université La Sorbonne, Paris, France

Internationally recognized certificate validating written and oral skills in Intermediate French, Level B1

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

President of the CommissionFlorida Model European Union Conference, Gainesville, Fl April 2016

Head of European Commission, executive branch of European Union Allocated portfolios to Commission members Represented supranational interests of European Union, rather than furthering interests of specific

member states Improved and protected economic well-being of Union through promotion of increased employment,

sustainable economic growth, and financial stabilityDebater, Committee of Education & its Catapult Effect on Development Plan País – Young Professional Venezuelan Conference, Gainesville, Fl April 2016

Purpose of Plan País: educate and incentivize debate in Venezuelan youth living abroad on principal issues of Venezuela, and promote exchange of ideas among youth

Analyzed how education can exercise catapult effect on economic and social development in Venezuela Analyzed how education has established social well-being in other Latin American countries

DebaterWriting in the Law Course Mock Trial, Gainesville, Fl December 2015

Chosen (along with one other student) from group of sixty to debate in mock trial tournament Studied and analyzed two cases, prepared for both sides of each case Practiced procedures for prosecution and defense in criminal trial; plaintiff and defense in civil action

Campaign InternJon Uman Campaign, Gainesville, Fl August 2014—November 2014

Developed extensive communication skills, both on telephone and in person Filed and recorded voter information

Participated in political canvassing Gained valuable background knowledge on political campaigns, and public/foreign policy procedures Garnered votes by having strong familiarity with campaign platform

INVOLVEMENT

Conversation PartnerGatornational Language and Culture Fair, Gainesville, Fl October 2015

Met and conversed with international peers Practiced foreign languages with native and non-native speakers – mostly French and Spanish Learned about cultures from around the world

Organization MemberPre-Legal Honor Society, Gainesville, Fl August 2015 – May 2016

Organization of law-related forums for students and parents Assisting fellow students with law school applications and studying for the LSAT

Organization MemberGlobal Studies Club, Gainesville Fl August 2014 – May 2016

Encouraged international awareness in era of globalization Promoted international studies as manner of approaching political, cultural, and social aspects of

contemporary world Helped increase awareness of regions of world, and improve International Studies major Participated in social events/service projects promoting increased cultural and global awareness, and

practice of foreign languagesConversation PartnerGainesville Language Exchange, Gainesville, Fl January 2014 – May 2016

Community project dedicated to bringing native and non-native speakers of many different languages together to learn and practice new languages, meet new people, and promote cultural awareness

Participated regularly and practiced foreign languages with native and non-native speakers – mostly French and Spanish

Committee MemberAlpha Chi Omega Philanthropy Committee, Gainesville, Fl August 2013 – May 2016

Assisted Vice President of Philanthropic Service Organized philanthropic events Delegated tasks to other members at philanthropic events Assisted new members with concerns or inquiries regarding all service opportunities on campus

Player, Traveling Team University of Florida Club Tennis, Gainesville, Fl August 2013 – May 2016

Travelled all over Florida, playing tournaments against other Florida schools Nine-time Sectional Champions

Organization MemberFrench Club: le cercle français August 2012 – May 2016

Assisted fellow members in French learning experience by participating in club conversation sessions and culture nights

Organization Member Women’s Student Association August 2012 – May 2016

Promoted female leadership on campus

WORK EXPERIENCE

Hostess/Skill TrainerCracker Barrel Old Country Store, Orlando, Fl May 2016 – Present

Promoted from Hostess to Hostess/Skill Trainer in four months Extensive training and developing of new hosts and hostesses Greeting and seating guests, and arranging seating in organized and efficient manner Monitoring store operations, and assisting managers in recognizing and resolving current and/or

potential guest issuesBaristaStarbucks Corporation, Gainesville, Fl September 2013–April 2014

Awarded highest check average twice Demonstrated exceptional customer service and ability to upsell Prepared drinks, and served pastries to guests in timely manner

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Edible Plant Project September 2015 – February 2016 Sustainable non-profit organization located in Gainesville Promoted organic gardening and educated local community on its benefits

Study Abroad Peer Advisors’ Fundraisers August 2015 – May 2016 Participated in several events designed to support Study Abroad Peer Advisors Organization at

University of Florida Proceeds from events went to study abroad scholarships

Take Back the Night January 2014 – May 2016 Participated in yearly walk held to raise awareness of sexual assault on college campuses

Walk to End Alzheimer’s August 2013 – May 2016 Participated in yearly walk to raise awareness of effects of Alzheimer’s disease Event designed to raise funds every semester to further research on ending Alzheimer’s disease

Dance Marathon August 2013 – May 2016 Participated in raising funds for advanced treatment and new equipment necessary to treat cancer Proceeds benefit University of Florida Health Shands Children’s Hospital

SKILLS

Languages Spanish, Native Speaker French, Proficient