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Ashley
Hamilton

  • Portland State ( June-2015 )
  • Vancouver, Wa, USA

About (Summary)

I am currently studying Criminology and Criminal Justice at Portland State University, with a focus on families. I find that the family system is one of the most important parts of offender rehabilitation and future generation crime prevention, yet one of the least acknowledged in the current criminal justice system. I want to make strong, healthy family connections more of a priority for incarcerated offenders and offenders under correctional supervision. Currently, I volunteer with the Clackamas County Juvenile Department in their Restorative Justice program to provide youth with another opportunity for success; specifically, I work with the youth in a job training program called Green Corps.

Education

Portland State University
Criminology and Criminal Justice
2012 to 2015

Your Major

Criminology and Criminal Justice

Language Proficiency

Honors and Awards

Volunteer Appreciation Award
Awarded to Clackamas County volunteers who displayed a high level of dedication and pride in their work for the county.
President's List
Awarded to students who achieve a GPA of 4.0 for the term.
Dean's List
Awarded to students who achieve a GPA of 3.75-3.99 for the term.
High School Valedictorian
Awarded to students of Henley High School who complete the Honor Diploma requirements and have a total GPA of 4.0.

Grad School Interests

I am very excited about the prospect of attending graduate school for Criminology and Criminal Justice. I am currently researching which schools would be the best fit for my professional interests.

Intended Job Path

My passion would be to work with families separated by incarceration to improve healthy family communication and support. I want these families to support each other in law-abiding behavior and model healthy choices and accountability for mistakes.

Job Experience

Floor Staff
Coming Attractions Theaters: Pelican Cinemas
September, 2011 to July, 2012

Volunteering

Youth Supervisor
Clackamas County Juvenile Department
January, 2014 to June, 2014
Swim Instructor
Klamath Basin Aquatics
June, 2011 to July, 2012
Event Coordinator
Henley High School AFJROTC
August, 2011 to June, 2012

Hobbies

I enjoy swimming laps, craft projects, baking, and playing with my two dogs.
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