11218 Bandlon Dr.Houston, Texas 77072(346) 304-0889avac2012@att.net

Ava Cooper’s Professional Portfolio

Table of ContentsTitle Page – Pg.1Statement of Authenticity- Pg.3Personal Mission Statement- Pg.4Elevator Speech- Pg. 5Education- Pages 6-9Education Major Courses Summary Pgs. 10-11Professional Awards- Pg.12Volunteer Work- Pg. .13Career Path Pg.14Resume- Pg.15References- Pg.16Professional Development- Training- Pg.17Professional Affiliations- Pg.18

Statement of Authenticity

The information contained in this portfolio is written, arranged, and constructed by me Ava Cooper ,I solemnly attest to the factual contents that are contained in my professional portfolio. The information contained has an honest and delegacy of my education, skills, and abilities. All of the contents belong solely to me, with the exception of the course major summary details, which derive from DeVry.edu/2015 pg.1. I have sole ownership of this portfolio and any use without my prior permission, is a violation.

Personal Mission Statement

I am a driven, dedicated, educated- professional. My skills for business communication derive around business policy, technical writing, interpersonal communication, and technical management; I am experienced in these areas. I am a professional and a well spoken team player, that is motivated and well organized. I have exceptional writing and organizational skills that are aligned with being a professional Technical Writer, Business and Technical Communication Manager. I wish to find employment with a company that highlights my skillset and that offers growth and that permeates into a long-term career.

Elevator Speech

My name is Ava Cooper and I am a very dedicated, skilled, and driven professional. My education in Technical Management and Business Communication allows for my skills to negate the abilities to perform a job in my related fields at a superior level. My abilities and education, will allow for me to excel and be an asset to any company looking for a talented professional.

EducationUniversity of North DakotaBachelor of Science in Communication- Majoring in Business Communication

111Hrs. Completed 14 Hrs. Remaining Graduation 7/2015

Engl 112- Composition Eng 216 – Professional Writing History 410- Contemporary History Law 310 – The Legal Env Sociology 315– Marriage & Family Coll 148- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Pol 330- Political Science Business 115- Introduction to Business & Technology Comp 100- Computer Applications for Business Mangmnt 303- Principles of Management

Education Cont.. Sbe 310- Small Business Management Engl 227- Professional Writing Eng 216- Technical Writing Humn 303- Introduction to Humanities Humn 445- Principles of Ethics Psych 110- Psychology Psych 305- Motivation and Leadership Engl-135- Advanced Composition Comm 103-Information-Technology-Social Change Comm 102- Communication & the Human Community Hist 410 – Contemporary History

Education Contn… Psych 315- Social Psychology Sci 228- Nutrition Health & Wellness Sosc 350- Culture Diversity in Professions Socs 335 – Workplace Culture & Communication Bus 258- Cust Relations Bus -412 Business Policy Card 405- Career Development Wgd 201- Visual Design – Fundamentals Wgd 205- Adv. Design & Rapid Visualization Wgd 210 Digital Imaging Fundamentals Tc 220 Rhetorical Strategies Technical Comm

Education Contn… Comm 110- Fundamentals of Public Speaking Comm 402- Intercultural/ International Comm Engl 125- Technical and Business Writing Human 101- Intro to Humanities 1 Lead 101- Learning Leadership Mgmt. 200- Principles of Management Mangmnt 303-Principles of Management 11 Mgmt. 362- Leadership & Conflict Resolution Philosophy 120- Introduction to Ethics Psych 111- Introduction to Psychology

Education Major- Course Summary Details Bus 112- This course integrates functional disciplines within the curriculum, and introduces the nature of strategic

management as well as how business policy is created. Topics include organizational vision and mission, industry and competitive analysis, sustainable competitive advantage, strategy formulation and implementation, and strategic leadership. Through case analyses and a simulation exercise, students develop strategic plans and engage in strategic management. Prerequisite: Successful completion of 80 semester-credit hours .

Engl 216- The course builds on basic composition principles and focuses on common technical and workplace documents including descriptions; instructions; procedures; reports; proposals; analyses; and other types of applied writing, such as memos and letters. Students apply a writing process strategy and guidelines for audience analysis, effective technical style, organizational strategies and visual aids. Prerequisite: ENGL112 4.00 Credit hours.

Socs 335-Students in this course explore environmental issues as perceived by society. Coursework addresses cultural norms, ideologies, beliefs, and economic and gender-related factors that affect finding and providing sustainable solutions to environmental problems. Through discussions of research, problem-solving projects and presentations, students learn to identify causes of environmental problems and apply practical solutions to particular cases. Prerequisite: ENGL-135 / 3-3 3.00 Credit hours

Education- Major Course Summary Cont.. Socs 350-Students explore cross-cultural issues and diversity to help create a positive foundation for understanding and working effectively with

others. Cultural issues - including values, beliefs and practices that affect individuals, groups and communities - are discussed. Case studies and other applications are examined, particularly as they relate to the workplace and to professional practice. Experiential learning designed to increase understanding and appreciation of differing cultures is included. 3 Credit Hours

Psych 335 -Students in this course explore ways in which individuals think about, influence, are influenced by and otherwise relate to people. Individual behavior in the context of social groups and forces is emphasized. Coursework provides a basis for scientifically addressing key issues of this field. 3 Credit Hours

Tc 220-Students in this course use audience and context analysis, determination of purpose and other rhetorical strategies to create technical documents for persuasive and informative purposes. Major emphasis is placed on logic, argument, evidence and various appeals in producing documents containing sound reasoning and effective language. Studies include logical fallacies; social, ethical, political and practical influences; and ways of incorporating quantitative and qualitative information into documents. 4 Credit Hours

Spch 277-This course explores ways in which people interact verbally and nonverbally, and teaches basic principles of interpersonal communication including perception, self-concept, persuasive communication, nonverbal communication, semantics, roles and norms, and communication barriers. Activities include participation in groups, pairs and interactive communication situations. 3 Credit Hours

Special Awards Employee of the Month Chase bank Problem Resolution Specialist- Chase Bank Top Seller- Chase Bank Dean List- DeVry University Best of the Best Award- Chase Bank

Volunteer Work DeVry University Academy of Healthcare Professionals Bank of America San Bernardino Valley College

Career Path 1st year – Technical Writer 2nd year- Technical Writer –Supervisor 3rd year- Technical Writer – Manager 4th year- Technical Writer – Director 5th year- Technical Writer – Corporate Director

Resume

Ava Cooper 10/2015

11218 Bandlon Dr. 713-582-5661 Avac2012@att.net

O B J E C T I V E S Qualified and experienced Technical Writer with expertise in product and instruction manuals. Highly organized, precise and logical, I am confident and capable in researching technologies and disseminating a range of product and process information with clarity and conciseness. I am seeking a full-time role where I can utilize my skills and be a team player within a great organization.

E D U C A T I O N DeV r y Un i ve rs i t y

03 3/ 2011-4/ 2015 Bachelor of Science/ Technical Management *Degree in Progress

Major/ Business Communications

111 Credits Completed

University of North Dakota

8/2013-11/2015

Bachelor of Science/ Communications * Degree in Progress

106 Credits Completed

References Susie Chmieloweic- Attorney Joanne Nydell- X-ray Professor Lynn Atkinson- Technical Writing Professor

Professional Development Training University of Houston* Graduated 10/2015 -

Certificate- Technical Writing Academy of Healthcare Professionals * Graduated 3/2007 Certificate – Lmrt- X-Ray Technologist

Professional Affiliations Minority Women’s Entrepreneurs Coalition NAACP Member Prepaid Legal Board Member