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'fG <br /> Robin Bednarz, Page 2 • <br /> Served on University of MN special topic committees to research, evaluate, and <br /> develop special needs programming for at-risk youth; topics included teen <br /> depression and suicide, alcohol abuse, blended families, and values and esteem <br /> development. Served as liaison to local media and represented office on <br /> community advisory boards. Networked with local communities, park boards, <br /> school districts and county government departments to provide services where most <br /> needed. Prepared and delivered presentations summarizing program goals and <br /> achievements to the Extension and Executive Advisory Committees. Position <br /> required extensive skills in problem-solving, needs assessment, evaluation, program <br /> planning, and development. <br /> Through extensive program evaluation, developed calendar of events and activities <br /> within the constraints of annual budget. Program management responsibilities <br /> included facility selection, safety and insurance documentation, contacting and <br /> orienting resource people, developing logistical and transportation schedules, and <br /> conducting follow-up event evaluations. <br /> COMMUNITY & YOUTH DEVELOPMENT OFFICER, Dept. of Social Services, <br /> Government of Belize / U.S. Peace Corps, Belize City, Belize, Central America <br /> March 1980 - June 1982 • <br /> Organized and conducted workshops and seminars in leadership, communications, <br /> and various subject matter related areas. Worked with Ministries of Education and <br /> Agriculture to provide training and teaching manuals to teachers in rural villages. <br /> Prepared and presented radio programs, public education, and technical materials. <br /> Coordinated and conducted 4-H district and national camps, field days, and special <br /> events. Designed recruitment and recognition programs for volunteer leaders and <br /> staff. <br /> Education: <br /> Bachelor of Science 12/79 Michigan State University <br /> Major - Agribusiness & Natural Resources Education/Vocational <br /> Minor - Communications-Speech <br /> Advanced degree work in Marketing Education, University of Minnesota <br /> Training & development, supervisory management, instructional design, • <br /> communications, international development <br />