Rachal Hamilton
Music Director, B.A in Sociology UCI
2 yrs experience · Placentia, CA 92870 · <10 hrs/week
About
Rachal Hamilton is a dynamic and accomplished professional passionate about music, education, community engagement, and social justice. Currently excelling as both a Reader at UC Irvine Social Sciences and a UCI radio host. Within her current roles, Rachal is providing invaluable community and academic support and is adept at fostering inclusive environments and offering intercultural understanding. She is a dedicated and versatile individual who is skilled in engaging audiences both inside and outside of the classroom by fostering a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Rachal brings extensive experience in program management and youth development as demonstrated during her tenure as a Site Supervisor at the YMCA of San Diego County in 2022. In this role, she successfully oversaw afterschool programs, ensuring safety and implementing enriching activities to promote holistic student growth. Her proven leadership abilities in team management, training, and coordination, coupled with her commitment to fostering collaboration and addressing individual student needs. Rachal demonstrated her dedication to social justice initiatives through roles such as Justice & Equity Intern and JEDI Coordinator at SanDiego350 in 2020. She was instrumental in developing and implementing strategies to promote justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within the organization, including membership growth initiatives, climate justice trainings, and antiracist policy development. As the co-founder of the mutual aid CEAAL (Community, Environmental Justice, Abolition, Academia, Liberation), Rachal actively engaged in community outreach and advocacy efforts to address food insecurity, housing needs, and systemic injustices in the Greater San Diego area in 2020. She is proficient in fundraising, event planning, and resource allocation to support marginalized communities and advance social change. While attending Southwestern College, Rachal served as Executive Vice President of the Associated Student Organization, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills in facilitating collaborative decision-making, setting organizational goals, and executing student-centered initiatives. She was a proactive advocate for student equity and engagement, adept at representing student interests and fostering a sense of community on campus. She is now finishing her B.A. in Sociology, at the University of California, Irvine with the honors of being a part of both the Dean's List and the Chancellor's Excellence Scholars. She is projected to graduate in Spring of 2025.
Experience
- Financial Aid Officer · Stanbridge University08-01-2024
Responsible for assisting students with financial aid applications, providing guidance on available financial aid options, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Music Director, Radio Host · 88.9 FM / KUCI RADIO09-01-2023
As a Music Director, responsible for curating music playlists and managing music programming. As a Radio Host, hosted 'Traffic Jam', a weekly, 2-hour genre-bending music show exploring intersections of social and cultural identities within musical artists.
- Student Assistant · UC Irvine01-01-2024 – 09-01-2024
Assisted in course planning, curriculum development, organizing and grading assignments. Conducted discussion sessions 2-3 times a week, offering additional academic support to students. Provided constructive feedback to students, aiding in their understanding of course material.
- Site Coordinator · YMCA of San Diego County12-01-2022 – 06-01-2023
Oversaw daily operations of the afterschool program, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for students. Developed and implemented engaging and age-appropriate activities that promote learning, creativity, and social development. Coordinated with teachers, staff, and parents to address individual student needs with a holistic approach to education. Managed a team of afterschool staff, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure a cohesive and effective team.
Education
- UC IrvineBachelor's degree, Sociology
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