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Cheryl A. Bechtel
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Academic Background
M.A. History, In Progress, Central Michigan University Teaching Certification with Secondary Emphasis, In Progress, Saginaw Valley State University B.A. History and Social Science, 2006, Central Michigan University M.S. Administration, 2005, Central Michigan University B.S. Equine Business Management, 1998, University of Findlay A.B.A. Business Administration, 1997, Mid Michigan Community College
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Professional Certifications
Passed Michigan Test for Teacher Certification Subject Tests in History, Political Science, and Social Studies (2006)
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Relevant Courses Taken
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Academic Honors and Awards
Who’s Who Among Students in American College & Universities, 2007, Saginaw Valley State University Graduated Cum Laude, 2006, Central Michigan University Granted Membership in Golden Key International Honor Society, 2005, Central Michigan University Chancellor’s List, 2004-2005, Central Michigan University National Dean’s List, 2003-2005, Central Michigan University Dean’s List, 2005, Central Michigan University President’s List, 2004, Central Michigan University Graduated Cum Laude, 1998, The University of Findlay Dean’s List, 1997-1998, The University of Findlay Dr. David L. Steiner Equestrian and Pre-Vet Scholarship Recipient, 1998, The University of Findlay Graduated with Honors, 1997, Mid Michigan Community College Academic Excellence Certificate of Recognition, 1997, Mid Michigan Community College Dean's List, 1996, Davenport University Davenport College Scholarship Recipient, 1995, Davenport University Junior Honors Achievement Scholarship Recipient, 1989, Mid Michigan Community College
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Relevant Experience and Skills
Big Sister Mentor – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saginaw Bay Area, 2007-Present § Spend time with an 8-year old female diagnosed with ADHD biweekly § Plan interesting and educational events § Participate in group activities
Classroom Observer – Bay City Western Middle School (Michigan), 81.5 hours, 2007-Present § 7th grade Eastern Hemisphere social studies § 7th grade science
Volunteer Webmaster – USGenWeb (Michigan), 2007-Present § Research different aspects of the county history for inclusion on the website § Created websites for Oscoda County and Shiawassee County § Review and accept outside information for inclusion on the website § Coordinate outside research requests
Volunteer Webmaster – American Local History Network (Ohio), 2007-Present § Research different aspects of the county history for inclusion on the website § Created website for Putnam County § Review and accept outside information for inclusion on the website § Coordinate outside research requests
Volunteer Genealogical Researcher (Michigan and Ohio), 1999-Present § Use of national and local records: census, land, birth, marriage, divorce, and death § Use of materials at state and local libraries/archives: Library of Michigan (Lansing), Archives of Michigan (Lansing), Clarke Historical Library (Mount Pleasant), Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library (Bay City), Butterfield Historical Library (Bay City), Grace A. Dow Memorial Library (Midland), Hackley Public Library (Muskegon), Hoyt Library (Saginaw), and Ohio Historical Society Archives/Library (Columbus) § Assist with online local area records research requests
Volunteer - Bay County Historical Society (Michigan), 2006-Present § Staff gift store § Act as guide during local historical tours
Catherinous Hayes Family Reunion (Michigan and Ohio), 2000-Present § Organized restart of seven-generation reunion § Presided over business meetings as president § Located missing and unknown relatives
Elliot C. and Ida J. Woodruff Family Reunion (Michigan and Ohio), 2003-2007 § Located missing and unknown relatives § Organized tri-annual six-generation reunion as secretary/treasurer
Reserve Desk Clerk - Central Michigan University, 2005 § Provided customer service to patrons § Organized and processed material for the Reserve collection § Performed shelf reading and inventory of the Reserve Collection § Maintained in-house use statistics for current periodicals and Reserve material
Classroom Observer - Beaverton Rural Schools (Michigan), 45 hours, 2004 § 3rd/4th grade physical education § 6th grade mathematics § 7th/8th grade United States and world history
Mentoring Seminars - Mentoring Center of Central Ohio, 2003 § Making of a Mentor - Relationship Building § Mentoring the Adolescent
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Written Works
Feasibility Study of a Bed & Breakfast, December 2005, Thesis, Central Michigan University
Joseph Townsend of Midland County, Michigan, and his descendants: local lives and public events, 1840-1900, August 2005, Seminar Paper, Central Michigan University
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Professional Affiliations and Activities
National Council for History Education Michigan Education Association International Reading Association Phi Delta Kappa International Bay County Historical Society Midland County Historical Society Abram’s Genealogy Seminar, Library of Michigan (2006) Learn Today, Teach Tomorrow Conference, Central Michigan University (2007)
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Community Involvement
Phi Mu Fraternity National Guard Association of Michigan Joint Enlisted Association Morale and Welfare Activities Support Group Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Services for the Aging: Meals-On-Wheels, Beaverton Community Center (Michigan)
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Work Experience
Front Desk Clerk, Findlay Inn & Conference Center - Findlay, Ohio (1997-1998) § Augmented organizational protocols as needed § Provided high level of customer service to all customers
Bookstore Sales Clerk, Mid Michigan Community College - Harrison, Michigan (1996-1997) § Interacted with customers and recommended products that suited their needs § Created store displays that generated an increase in sales § Organized event planning and event management functions
Secretary, Gladwin County Fair - Gladwin, Michigan (Summers 1994 & 1996) § Prepared judging books § Fielded entry questions § Created signs
Office Assistant, Davenport University - Grand Rapids, Michigan (1995-1996) § Handled office management functions on a daily basis § Fielded inquiries from individuals and assisted in problem resolution § Played a key role in developing organizational reports and presenting results to management
Farm Hand, George Family Farm - Gladwin, Michigan (1985-1995) § Maintained farm records § Prepared and showed livestock for sale § Oversaw breeding and birthing activities
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Military Experience
Parts & Supply Clerk, Army National Guard - Midland, Michigan (2003-Present) § Train and mentor personnel in supply procedures § Counsel subordinates on job performance § Execute all aspects of database management successfully
Platoon Leader, Army National Guard / ROTC - Midland, Michigan (2004-2006) § Instructed weekly classes on basic military skills to college freshmen and sophomores § Improved publication library by analyzing subscription list § Assisted Commander with decision making
Dispatcher, United States Army / NATO - Verona, Italy (2001-2003) § Collaborated with the Italian National Transportation section for combined use of personnel and equipment § Played a key role in managing 75 vehicles, 13 computers, and 11 computer accessories worth in excess of $700,000 § Supervised and trained 8 Italian conscripts in daily job functions including administrative responsibilities § Coordinated travel logistics for over 500 personnel three times a day from 6 different locations § Acted as unit supply non-commissioned officer, which encompassed 2 hand receipts with more than 175 individual items and 32 9mm pistols, request forms, and inventory management
Parts & Supply Clerk, United States Army - Fort Carson, Colorado (1999-2001) § Trained and mentored personnel in supply procedures § Tracked equipment usage, maintenance, modification, and calibration on over 230 pieces of equipment § Spearheaded the implementation of a check and balance system that tracked the Parts Control Register, which resulted in improved accuracy level between records and monthly reconciliation reports
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Computer Skills
Business Software: Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook), Microsoft Money, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Netscape Communicator (Netscape Navigator, Netscape Messenger), Microsoft Works, WordPerfect, Lotus 1-2-3, Quattro Pro
Web Design/Multimedia: Microsoft FrontPage, Netscape Composer, Beginning HTML/DHTML
Military Software: Standard Army Maintenance System (SAMS), Unit Level Logistics Systems – Ground (ULLS-G)
Other Software: Adobe Acrobat Reader, PhotoStudio 2000, FamilyTreeMaker, Print Shop
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Research Interests
Genealogy Immigration and distribution of families into the Northwest Territory Local and social history of the United States Midwest Italian history, particularly the Veneto region
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Cultural Experiences
Vacationed in Austria, Belgium, Canada, England, France, Germany, and Mexico Employed in Italy for two and a half years Host, German exchange student Conversation Partner, English Language Institute at Central Michigan University Member, International Club at Central Michigan University
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Foreign Language Skills
English (American) § Native language French: Two years schooling § Intermediate comprehension skills; Limited reading, writing, and speaking skills German: Four years schooling § Limited reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension skills Italian: One and a half years schooling § Intermediate reading, speaking, and comprehension skills; Limited writing skills
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