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Robert Grooms

Robert Grooms

Alexandria, VA, US

 

About 

Recent graduate that is highly motivated who works well independently, as well as part of a team.
Natural leader and effective time management skills who takes on added responsibility whenever
necessary.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

University of Virginia, Cavalier Connect, Charlottesville, Student Caller

Efficiently and effectively raised funds, created partnerships, and maintained records for the University of Virginia. Communicating with as many alumni, donors, and friends of the University as possible during the fiscal year.

Feb 2013 - May 2013
 

Defense Logistics Agency, Ft. Belvior, Summer Hire

Worked with the interior designers and facility operations/ management team of Ft. Belvoir. Scouted areas where new project where to take place, measured and recorded information for the design team. Organized, updated, and created floor plans for the facilities management team. Worked with clients to update drawings and changes to their departments.

May 2011 - Jan 2013
 

Smithsonian Institute,, Washington DC, Gallery Attendant

Interacted with visitors to the National Portrait Gallery and American Art Museum by answering questions, giving directions, providing basic instructions on security regulations, and maintaining surveillance of gallery safety and the art work.

May 2010 - Aug 2010
 

Education 

University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, US, BArch, Architecture

Major in Architecture/ Minor in Architectural History

Aug 2009 - May 2013
 

Thomas A Edison HS, Alexandria, VA, US, High School, High School

Advanced High School Diploma

Sep 2005 - Jun 2009
 

Awards 

Architecture Faculty Award for Public Service, Award

Recipient of the UVA School of Architecture Faculty Award for Public Service

2013
 

Honorable Mention for the Belmont Bridge Competition for Charlottesville, Virginia, Honorable Mention

Honorable Mention for the Belmont Bridge Competition between students at the University of Virginia School of Architecture to redesign a prominent bridge located in downtown Charlottesville Virginia.

2012
 

Skills