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Nina Kim
Instructor of Gender Studies & American Ethnic Studies
University of Washington
| Current Institution | University of Washington |
| Current School | College of Arts of Sciences |
| Department | Department of Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies |
| Disciplines | |
| Geographical Focus | |
| Current and Past Advisor(s) | Dr. Shirley Yee, Dr. Angela Ginorio |
| Birthday | September 13 |
| Address | UW GWSS Box 354345 Padelford Hall, Room B110 Seattle Washington 98195-4345 United States Phone: |
| Office Hours | Tuesdays 1pm-2pm and by appointment Email: Ninakim@uw.edu |
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Education
University of Washington
Arts & Sciences
PhD,
Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies
(Sep 2006 - Jun 2013)
Washington State University
Arts & Sciences
BA,
Women Studies & Ethnic Studies
(Aug 2002 - May 2006)
Work Experience
Instructor
University of Washington, Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies Department
(Jul 2009 - Mar 2013)
Lecturer for Women 300/AES 322: Race, Class, and Gender.
Crafted a well thought out course syllabus for this course. Prepared daily lecture material and writing exercises that engaged students with issues about the intersectionality of race, class, and gender. Facilitated in-depth analytical discussions about social issues prevalent in US culture today. Created writing assignments and exams that tested their knowledge about course content. Utilized creative mediums to help students learn class. Incorporated a service learning option for students to integrate learning with community service practice.
Instructor
University of Washington, Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies Department
(Mar 2012 - Jun 2012)
Lecturer for GWS300TS, an Evening Degree course.
Re designed and implemented a course syllabus, assignments, and exams. Facilitated in-depth discussions on diverse social, political, and economic issues. Challenged student’s academic skills and talents through in-class discussions and assignment feedback. Evaluated student academic performance and improvement through written comments and grading of assignments and exams. Negotiated difficult real life circumstances experienced by students to help achieve student success in student’s overall participation. Facilitated student’s learning capacity for teaching through the assignment of team facilitation where students were responsible for the creation and execution of a reading activity. Encouraged students to build their critical analysis thinking and writing skills through daily written work and in-class group activities.
Instructor
University of Washington, Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies Department
(Jun 2011 - Aug 2011)
Lecturer for Women 200. Designed a course syllabus introduced primary theory and practices common in the field of Women Studies. Strategically arranged class material such as lectures, readings, and exercises in order for the students to learn in a variety of ways. Designed course exams and writing assignments in to expand and build upon student’s writing levels as well as critical thinking skills.
I was employed for the following quarters: 06/2011 - 08/2011 and 01/2012 - 03/2012
Research Assistant
University of Washington, Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies Department
(Sep 2011 - Dec 2011)
Research assistant for doctoral committee chair, Dr. Shirley Yee. Research on US popular culture references, sources, and media material for Dr Yee’s spring quarter course on popular culture. Created an annotated bibliography of course materials.
I was employed for the following quarters: 09/2011 - 12/2011 and 09/2012 - 12/2012.
Teaching Assistant
University of Washington, Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies Department
(Mar 2011 - Jun 2011)
Teaching assistant for the Women and Law course. Collaborated with professor in answering questions and provided resources to students about current laws and legislation. Created writing assignments that required analysis of legal court proceedings. Graded all writing assignments for a class of fifty students. Held office hours to provide additional resources and discussion times for students. Arranged and reserved computer lab space for exam proctoring.
Lead Teaching Assistant and Service Learning Liaison
University of Washington, Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies Department
(Sep 2010 - Dec 2010)
Lead teaching assistant and served as the service-learning liaison for an introduction to Women studies course. Responsibilities included grading student’s writing portfolios, developing curriculum section ideas for a team of three teaching assistants, and conducting mid quarter evaluations. Responsible for service learning students. Facilitated communication between students, the Carlson Service Center, and the non-profit organization that students volunteered with. Provided direction and guidance to students concerning writing assignments. Conducted office hours to meet with students one to one.
Teaching Asisstant
University of Washington, American Ethnic Studies Department
(Sep 2007 - Jun 2008)
Responsible for reviewing weekly material with a section of over ninety students a week by preparing lesson plans. Creatively organizing curriculum pedagogically in order to help students critical reflect upon the material. Actively helped to administer midterm exam. Monitor and track student progress throughout the quarter by meeting with students during regularly during office hours. Worked collaboratively with partner TA in teaching curriculum to students. Developed critical and discerning analytical skills through grading essay midterms and final exams. Actively engaged students in conversations in both critical pedagogical styles about Asian American history.
Office Assistant
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Education Department
(Jul 2006 - Aug 2008)
Helped education staff at the Gates foundation in the moving of their office spaces both clerically and physically. Assisted in educational paperwork for incoming staff and educational projects. Gained an advanced level of organizational skills. It was a temporary job contracted through Campuspoint.
Peer Advisor
University of Washington, Career Center
(Sep 2007 - Dec 2007)
Demonstrated diligent work ethic in various career related workshops, projects, and events. Help to organize and panel workshops on topics such as internships. Actively involved in logistical development of the Graduate Career Symposium. Training in advising undergraduates about and on career-related documents such as resume, cover letter, and CV. Responsible various programming related projects throughout the academic year.
Teaching Assistant
Washington State University, Comparative Ethnic Studies Department
(Jan 2006 - May 2006)
Held office hours to help clarify theories surrounding theoretical frameworks within Comparative Ethnic Studies as a field for undergraduate students from a different array of race, class, and gender backgrounds. Facilitated two courses concerning theories of race and gender concerning issues such as immigration, nativism, and women’s experiences.
Course Grader
Washington State University, Comparative Ethnic Studies & Women's Studies Department
(Jan 2006 - May 2006)
Assisted professor with several ranging responsibilities such as attendance and class exercises. Acted as a third party to help educate and make clearer the concepts of the class material to students. Graded all course materials, quizzes, participation activities, and papers throughout the semester. Managed grades and utilized excel spreadsheets to maintain accurate grading records. Continued to fulfill all duties that is required of a course grader and teaching assistant.
Student Mentor
Washington State University, Asian American Pacific Islander Student Center
(Aug 2005 - May 2006)
Assisted in the transition from students’ hometown to the university setting for both upcoming freshmen and transfer students. Provided a safe and comfortable space for new students to interact with current WSU students. Acted as a liaison between the Multicultural student services and new students. Helped in organizing events and functions throughout the year. Facilitated activities for over twenty students during activities. Fostered strong bonds and friendships between new and current students. Fulfilled all duties expected of a student mentor for the Multicultural student center.
Office Assistant
Washington State University, Multicultural Student Center
(Jan 2004 - Jun 2006)
Performed effective organization of important confidential files. Executed errands in a timely manner. Completed tasks like taking messages, phone calls, and giving tours. Responsible for closing two lab rooms and monitoring tutorial usage. First hand experience with a wide range of individuals from varying cultures.
Achievements
General
Community Involvement
COMMUNITY/ LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
The Genesis Project, Seattle: Community Volunteer, 2012 - present
Young Professionals Connect Group, Seattle: Co-Leader, 2011 – present
W.A.M.E Event (Non-Profit) Fundraiser Team, Seattle: Co Founder, 2011 – present
National Association of Asian American Professionals: Member, 2008 – present
National Women Studies Association: Member, 2009 - 2010
Korean American Coalition of Washington State, Seattle: Member, 2008 - present
UW Women Studies Graduation Committee, Seattle: Member, 2007 - 2008
UW Women Studies Graduate Committee, Seattle: Member, 2007-2008
Seattle Young Professionals, The City Church, Seattle: Member and YP Leader, 2006 – present
- Served as City Kids teacher, greeter, host/security, and prayer team member
Council for Multicultural Student President Chair, 2005 – 2007
Association of Pacific and Asian Women Co-Chair (2yrs) /Chair (1yr), 2002 - 2005
Coalition for Women Students Representative & Member, 2002 - 2004
Asian Pacific American Student Coalition Administrative Assistant, 2002 - 2004
Publication Summary
University of Washington Career Center, Division of Student life. 2008. Topic: My Story Article on Brianna Blaser, PhD in Women Studies. Co-written with Briana Keller, Center for Career Services.
University of Washington Career Center, Division of Student life. 2008. Topic: My Story Article on Adam Burdick, DMA in Music. Co-written with Briana Keller, Center for Career Services.
Washington State University McNair Journal 2004-2005. Topic: Korean American Women’s Activism at a Predominantly White University –WSU.
ReVisions Magazine 2005-2006, Topic: Revictimization- Resistance through Poetry.
Books
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