Honor Society® member
Brandon Melerine
Investigator at Orlean's Parish Public Defender's Office
- University Of New Orleans
- political science
- Class of 2017
- Chalmette, Louisiana
Member since June 2016
About
A dedicated worker who places a high standard on his performance in the work place. I'm someone whose educational background comes with a strong work ethic and an absolute desire to succeed in a business/legal environment. I have continued to work in multiple work environments interacting with a diverse group of colleagues and clients ranging from a broad group of people. Every job I've had has been done to my best ability while making important and continuous friendships with colleagues along the way.
Education
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University of New Orleans
political science (pre-law)
2016 – 2017
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University of Louisiana at Lafayette
political science (pre-law)
2015 – 2016
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University of New Orleans
political science (pre-law)
2013 – 2015
Honors and awards
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dean's list
3.6 GPA and above
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student of the year nominee
Student with excellent grades and role model over the course of 4 years
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TOPS Recipent
Louisiana Scholarship for High School Accomplishments in GPA and ACT
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University of Louisiana Lafayette Instate Transfer Scholarship
Students transferring from instate institution
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Louisiana High School Athletic Association A-plus Athlete
Student's averaging above a 3.5 GPA and graduating as an athlete
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Coach's Award
Award for swim team members exuding exceptional leadership
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Honor's Graduate
Graduating with above a 3.2 GPA
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Terrific Teen
Teacher nomination for student exuding excellent leadership and academic qualities
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Mu Alpha Theta Member
Averaging a 3.2 in All Math Classes
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Beta Club Senior Class Representative
High School Honor's Society elected by peers in organization
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Start as an intern at small law firm
Work through the ranks to become a distinguished colleague through sheer effort
Start my own law firm protecting individual's constitutional rights
Run for political office and make advancements in social, security, and economic issues for my state.- Graduate school interests
Law School
Masters in Political Science
Masters in Public Administration
Doctorate in Political Science- Outside the classroom
Reading
Sports: Swimming and Football
Hiking
Exercise
Archery
Obstacle Courses
Rock Climbing
Experience
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Investigator
Orlean's Parish Public Defender's Office
Aug 2016 – Dec 2016
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Sales Associate
dick's sporting goods
Feb 2016 – May 2016
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Investigator
Orleans Parish Public Defender's Office
Jan 2015 – Jul 2015
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Camp Counselor
Classique Academy
May 2014 – Aug 2014
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Lifeguard
Chalmette High School
May 2013 – Aug 2013
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Lifeguard
Chalmette High School
May 2012 – Aug 2012
Volunteering
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Planter
Chalmette High School Replace the Wetlands
May 2014
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
- Spanish Intermediate
