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Nora E. G. Williams
Doctoral Student
Durham,NC
Summary
Dedicated doctoral student adept in research, writing, and teaching through history of academic excellence. Quick-learning, enthusiastic, and experienced working within postsecondary research and teaching environments. Committed to skill development and contributing to historical scholarship.
Overview
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Work History
Graduate Assistant
Duke University
Durham, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Graduate Assistant to Dr. Edward Balleisen.
- Conducted research and oral history interviews as part of the 'Duke and the Evolution of Higher Education' project.
Research Assistant
Nell Irvin Painter
Durham, NC
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Research Assistant to Dr. Nell Irvin Painter.
- Digitized and catalogued various archival documents.
Spring Committee Program Assistant
American Historical Association
Washington, D.C.
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Assistant to Drs. Thavolia Glymph and Jake Purcell.
- Organized special events such as conferences, workshops, training sessions. for program participants.
Graduate Assistant
Duke University
Durham, NC
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Graduate Assistant to Drs. Thavolia Glymph, Alyssa Smith, and Bob Korstad.
- Duke University Centennial Project.
- Conducted research to contribute to the Duke Institutional History Project.
Teaching Assistant
Duke University
Durham, NC
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Teaching Assistant to Dr. Dirk Bönker
- HIST 114, Introduction to the History of Modern Warfare.
- Facilitated class sections on primary sources.
- Evaluated and graded student assignments.
- Provided mentorship to undergraduate students.
Graduate Assistant
Duke University
Durham, NC
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Graduate Assistant to Dr. Calvin Cheung-Miaw, Chairperson.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion exploratory committee in the Department of History
- Synthesized research findings into a comprehensive written report on DEI initiatives at universities across the U.S.
Graduate Assistant
Duke University
Durham, NC
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Graduate Assistant to Dr. Sally Deutsch.
- Assisted in organizing the "50th Anniversary of Title IX in Stem" conference.
Volunteer Advocate
Project R.E.S.T.
Spartanburg, SC
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Completed a 25-hour trauma-informed training program.
- Involved in crisis intervention work, operating call lines for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors.
- Assisted with placing clients in domestic violence shelters and provided information on options for legal recourse and protection.
- Accompanied individuals to hospitals for sexual assault cases, interfacing with medical personnel and law enforcement officials.
Animal Caretaker Volunteer
Tilted Tavern Animal Sanctuary
Johnson City, TN
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Assisted in the daily care of animals, including feeding, watering and exercising them.
- Cleaned animal enclosures regularly while ensuring that they were sanitary and safe for the animals.
Server & Hostess
One Acre Cafe
Johnson City, TN
06.2014 - 12.2019
- Volunteered at a nonprofit community restaurant aimed at feeding all guests, regardless of ability to pay.
- Managed financial transactions and donations.
- Trained new servers.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Education
Doctoral Student - History
Duke University
Durham, NC05-2028
Gender, Sexuality, & Feminist Studies Certificate
Duke University
Durham, NC05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - History
Wofford College
Spartanburg, SC05-2021
Guilford College
Greensboro, NC01.2017
Skills
- Advanced writing and researching skills
- Excellent critical analysis and historiographical skills
- Knowledgeable of library databases
- Strong interdisciplinary background
- Organized and detail oriented
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Flexible in new environments and quick to learn new tasks
- Able to work independently and collaboratively
- Proficient teaching skills and lecture implementation
- Efficient event organization and conference planning
- Intermediate Spanish language skills
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
- 4.0 GPA - Duke University
- Member of Phi Beta Kappa
- Graduated magna cum laude - Wofford College
- Recipient of David Duncan Wallace Award in History Department - Wofford College
- High Honors in History - Wofford College
- Achieved Dean's List every semester at Wofford College
- Honors College - Guilford College (2016-2017)
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
Duke University
08.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
Nell Irvin Painter
08.2024 - 10.2024
Spring Committee Program Assistant
American Historical Association
03.2024 - 06.2024
Graduate Assistant
Duke University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Teaching Assistant
Duke University
08.2023 - 12.2023
Graduate Assistant
Duke University
10.2022 - 12.2022
Graduate Assistant
Duke University
08.2022 - 10.2022
Volunteer Advocate
Project R.E.S.T.
10.2021 - 06.2022
Animal Caretaker Volunteer
Tilted Tavern Animal Sanctuary
06.2020 - 09.2021
Server & Hostess
One Acre Cafe
06.2014 - 12.2019
Doctoral Student - History
Duke University
Gender, Sexuality, & Feminist Studies Certificate
Duke University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Wofford College
Guilford College