Patrick J. McEachern 
Cresskill, New Jersey, 07626. C: (201) 519-6140. mceachernpatrick@gmail.com 

Education 
May 2020 
Kean University, Union, New Jersey 07083​ - 3.64 GPA 

● Bachelor of Arts in Sociology | Minor in Women and Gender Studies 

● Dean's List Spring and Fall 2019 
● Lambda Alpha Sigma Honors 2019 

Work Experience 
September 2019 - current 
Human Rights Institute, Kean University, Union, New Jersey, 07083 ​- Intern 

● The Human Rights Institute at Kean was established to shine a light on human rights issues 
and violations across the globe, while inspiring the next generation of activists to create a 
more just and peaceful world. 
● Crafted and executed events around voting as a human rights issue such as; debate watch 
parties, voter registration drives, and virtual events.  
● Research Kean University political climate to conclude the best way to get fellow students 
civically engaged.  
● Lead tours and manage the Human Rights Art Gallery featuring exhibits such as; “Art as 
Witness” and “Tragedy and Tribute: Art Illuminates Ireland's Great Hunger”. 

June 2018 - Current 

The Goddard School, Norwood, New Jersey 07648​ - Assistant teacher 

● Worked with children ages 4 to 14. 

● Assisted lead teachers in implementing STEAM learning activities. 
● Supervise children on out of school field trips ensuring a 1:5 teacher to student ratio. 

September 2017 - May 2018 

Student Alumni Association of URI, Kingston, Rhode Island 02881​ - Rhody Mascot 

● Attend events as Rhody the Ram mascot and entertain guests by; interacting as Rhody, 
taking photos, and creating a positive and fun environment.  
● Work closely on a team with a Rhody ‘handler’ by building communication skills to 
non-verbally express any needs while acting as Rhody.  

July 2015 - September 2017 

Florentine Gardens Catering Hall, Rivervale, New Jersey 07675​ - Set Up Crew 

● Help with the setup and cleanup of the cocktail and dessert hour of the party ensuring the 
presentation of the room, food, and any ice or flower sculptures is as described. 
● Keep storage areas clean, organized, and labeled with supplies needed for set up.  

 
 

Activities and Organizations 

September 2019 - Current 
UNA-USA Kean Chapter ​- Member 

● Volunteer at events run by UNA-USA such as; Careers in Diplomacy. 

● Attend meetings and participate in conversation around human rights issues and the UN 
goals 

January 2019 - Current 

Kean University PRISM ​- Founder and President 

● Kean University PRISM strives to bring representation, inclusion, and diversity for the 
LGBTQ+ community to Kean University which previously lacked an LGBTQ student 
organization. 
● Duties include overseeing the operations of other members, creating agendas for meetings, 
outreach for events and collaborations with other organizations, departments, and 
communities such as; Tampon Drive, Transgender Day or Remembrance candlelight vigil, 
and Pre-Forum discussions at LGBTQ Educators panel. 
● Cultivate a safe space for LGBTQ+ students at Kean University during PRISM meetings 
where they feel safe to share personal experiences or speak on topics and issues affecting 
our community.  

January 2018 - May 2018 

Feminists at URI ​- member 
● Feminists at URI strives to foster a feminist-positive campus environment in which 
everybody is empowered to take part in conversation and activism concerning inequality. 
● Led and oversaw a tampon drive where 710 tampons and 320 pads were collected and 
donated to women’s shelters in Providence, RI. 

September 2014 - June 2016 

Gym Teacher Assistant 

● Assisted gym instructors in leading freshman class through gym class including; warm ups, 
physical education testing, and sports skills such as; volleyball, badminton, basketball, 
ultimate frisbee, and tennis. 

September 2014 - June 2016 

Bears Ambassador  

● Assisted the BHS Peer Leaders in creating activities and guiding freshmen through their 
first year. 
● Represented Bergenfield High School at open house events such as; freshman orientation. 

September 2015 - June 2016 

Bergenfield High School Marching Band ​- Section Leader 

● Led underclassman through drill and music instruction. 

● Created and led bonding events to cultivate a positive relationship between everyone in 
the section. 
 

Volunteer 
January 2020 - Current 
Arati for Congress 

● Canvassing NJ5 neighborhoods to collect signatures to get Arati Kreibich on the primary 
ballot.  

May 18th - May 25th 2019 

Puerto Rico Humanitarian Service Trip 

● Learned about food inequality, the U.S government disaster relief in Puerto Rico after 
Hurricane Maria, and the history of Puerto Rico. 
● Hurricane rebuilding projects; power washing, waterproofing and fixing roofs, painting, and 
gardening 

October 2018 - May 2019 

Jumpstart ​- Member 

● Worked with children ages 3 to 4. 

● Taught underprivileged children skills for school such as; reading, vocabulary, coloring, and 
social-emotional skills. 
● Created materials for the classroom activities and daily lessons revolving around a central 
book of the week. 

April 2017 and April 2018 

D.R.I.V.E Multicultural Overnight Program 

● Led out of state diverse prospective students in a day of icebreakers, activities, and tours 
around the University of Rhode Island campus. 
● Worked with current URI students to inform and encourage high school students to pursue 
higher education by highlighting the positives and helping them to understand the best 
options for them.  

Spring 2017 
Rhode Island Planned Parenthood 

● Phone banked to educate Rhode Island residents on Roe v. Wade and the negative effects 
that would take place if it was overturned. 
● Informed Rhode Island residents of their elected officials and encouraged them to contact 
them and ask them to support the Reproductive Privacy Act to secure a women’s right to 
choose in Rhode Island. 
● Visited the Rhode Island state house in Providence, RI with fellow URI students to watch 
the hearing for the Reproductive Privacy Act.