My Bio: Vanessa McLendon
Hi Ms. Mole, I am just seeing your email instructions to submit this assignment through Blackboard. I hope am not too late, as I thought I had already properly submitted this assignment to ePortfolio. I was not aware I had to submit it through both ePortfolio and Blackboard and never noticed the section underneath the instructions that were highlighted in black. I had tried submitting it through 'Ask Instructor' when I could not properly upload to ePortfolio, then eventually uploaded it to ePortfolio that same night. Apologies for the confusion and delay in getting this into Blackboard. Thank you! View

My Bio: Vanessa McLendon
Hi Ms. Mole, I was unaware this was to be submitted here rather than Blackboard. So, this delayed me in submitting by 11:59. I initially had trouble and could not figure out how to access this part of ePortfolio. I then uploaded it to ask instructor forum in order to submit it on time, but unfortunately, was late by one minute. I only just realized how to access this section and upload my file. I understand if you still must deduct late points, I just thought I would at least let you know. I also plan on submitting late work. I have not yet been able to reach out, but I wanted to discuss some issues regarding my performance for the last couple of weeks. This is a new computer as my last one finally gave out, so I could not access school email. Once I am able to do so, I will reach out. Thank you! View

My Bio: Vanessa McLendon

Hello and welcome to My Portfolio! My name is Vanessa McLendon, and I am an Aspiring Professional. Currently, I define myself as a hardworking scholar, wife, and mother. However, in the spirit of growth and enrichment, I would like to somewhat reframe this narrative and explain exactly who I am, where I have been, and where I wish to go. I am a student at Bryant & Stratton College, set to graduate next month with an associate degree in Paralegal Studies. Upon graduation, I plan to continue my education and earn a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice. My professional background consists of over 13 years’ experience managing in-person customer service requests and overseeing administrative functions. However, I am recently experienced in legal research and writing, including drafting correspondence, pleadings, briefs, and memoranda, and I have gained considerable proficiency with legal research platforms, such as Casemaker and Westlaw as well as case management software, litigation, and e-discovery programs—namely, Concordance, Summation and Trial Director.

While I do not yet retain an employment background rich in long-standing experience (as often sought by employers), I believe pragmatically optimizing my natural talents, such as my ability to communicate effectively, manage relationships, interpret situations, explore new ideas and formulate solutions, quickly and easily adapt to changing trends, and respectfully accept the input of others, can quite favorably override any lack of experience. I feel these skills are the essential hallmarks of successful career development and preparedness and can make an immediate and profound impact. These soft skills are what drives my day-to-day performance and what I am hoping will prove most useful in facilitating my career advancement.

 

Educational Background: Vanessa McLendon

This is my Assessment Portfolio assignment which meets the institutional outcome of utilizing appropriate current technology and resources to locate and evaluate information needed to accomplish a goal, and then communicating findings in visual, written, and/or oral formats.

http://mycred.com/p/1304364403/7143

Educational Background: Vanessa McLendon

Here is my Portfolio Project for PLEG230 Criminal Law and Procedures which demonstrates my knowledge of legal research and writing, such as composing legal documents that are relevant to various substantive areas of law.

https://mycred.com/p/1304364403

Educational Background: Vanessa McLendon

Bryant & Stratton College June 2019- June 2021

• Associate of Applied Science, Paralegal Studies

Orchard Park, NY

 

Forsyth Technical College September 2006- January 2008

• College Transfer

Winston-Salem, NC

 

Forsyth Technical College September 2008

• Certified Health Unit Coordinator

Winston-Salem, NC

Goals (Personal & Professional): Vanessa McLendon

My career goals in order of priority are as follows:

Build my professional networking profile- Begin by: June 2021

- Make networking a part of my everyday routine:

-Keeping in touch with instructors and classmates; Utilizing B&S Career Services; Consistently enhancing my professional networking profile; Remaining proactive by routinely connecting with professionals in my field for the purposes of career guidance, industry insight, and internship opportunities; Maintaining my network connections--attending job fairs and applying for internships

• Improve job performance- Begin by: June 2021

-Keeping up with technology, systems, and processes; Learning about new developments in my field; Improving existing skills

• Participate in professional organizations:

1ST STEP: LIST ALL PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS THAT CONNECT LIKE-MINDED PEOPLE IN MY INDUSTRY! 

-Attending local, regional, national, and international meetings, conferences/speaker sessions and workshops sponsored by professional organizations; Offering to speak or present; Coordinating events sponsored by the organization; Sharing ideas and collaborating with other professionals.

 

Goals (Personal & Professional): Vanessa McLendon

My academic goals in order of priority are as follows:

• Graduate from Bryant & Stratton with my associate degree- Complete by: June 2021
• Within 6 months of graduating, begin an online undergraduate degree program pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice: Begin by: December 2021/ January 2022 Complete by: Fall 2023
• Within 1 year of graduating, complete a professional certification program: Begin by: March 2022 Complete by: May 2022

- ALP (Accredited Legal Professional) certification

- CRP (Paralegal Core Competency Exam)

Both offer growth in the legal industry, career opportunities, and potential to earn a higher income, both in wages and benefits.

Resume & CV: Vanessa McLendon
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Resume & CV: Vanessa McLendon

A consistent work in progress, my resume gives others a comprehensible overview of "Me".

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Assignments: Vanessa McLendon
Hi Ms. Mole, I was unaware this was to be submitted here rather than Blackboard. This has delayed me in being able to submit it on time. I initially had trouble and could not figure out how to access this part of ePortfolio. I then uploaded it to ask instructor forum in order to submit it on time. Unfortunately, I was late by one minute. I only just realized how to access this section and upload my file. I understand if you still must deduct late points, I just thought I would at least let you know. I also plan on submitting late work. I have not yet been able to reach out, but I wanted to discuss some issues regarding my performance for the last couple of weeks. This is a new computer as my last one finally gave out, so I could not access school email. Once I am able to do so, I will reach out. Thank you! View