ANNA THOMAS
Boston, Massachusetts | anna.thomas@tufts.edu | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-thomas-30ba162ba/
EDUCATION
Tufts University, Medford, MA
May, 2027 BA in English
School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, MA
May, 2027 BFA in Fine Art
Awards: Dean’s List (S24, F24, S25)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Institute of Contemporary Art, Visitor Experience Assistant (Education Dept.), Boston, MA 5/24–8/24, 5/25–8/25
Worked in education department and gallery space to ensure visitor satisfaction
Gathered and contextualized background information on installations and artists to thoroughly answer visitors’ questions and spark meaningful conversations
Helped with community events and gained extensive knowledge on the inner workings of a museum setting
Pixlcat Coffee, Barista, Boston, MA 6/25–8/25
Worked at the Copley Square Farmers Market location to make drinks and process payments along with ensuring customer satisfaction
Salon 4, Receptionist, Natick, MA 6/22–6/24
Worked in customer relations answering the phone and helping clients schedule appointments along with processing payments
Created organizational charts for various products and services offered
Weston Ski Track, Ski Instructor/Rental Worker, Weston, MA 12/22–2/23
Taught children’s Nordic skiing lessons (skate and classical), worked in both group and one-on-one settings with various age groups
Worked in the rental room to help customers borrow appropriate equipment
Helped customers purchase equipment according to their individual goals and skill levels
Wellesley Living Well Magazine, Intern, Wellesley, MA 6/22–8/22
Completed independent research to produce unique articles and interviewed families to write featured pieces along with learning about the editing process in journalism
CAMPUS ENGAGEMENT
Tufts Community of Faith, Exploration, and Engagement, Vice President, Medford, MA 8/23–present
Participate in discussions about religion in everyday life in an open minded, interfaith setting
Coordinate weekly club meetings alongside fellow e-Board members
Tufts Law Review, Editor, Medford, MA 9/25–present
Work with peers to edit legal essays and papers to be published
SMFA Metalworking Studio, Monitor, Boston, MA 9/25–present
Set up machinery and oversee the studio to ensure safety of students and proper use of equipment
Answer students’ questions and advise as needed
Tufts Korean Student Association, Member, Medford, MA 9/23–present
Help plan cultural events and introduce new students to the club
Participate in a small group or “gajok” (family) to cook Korean food, practice language skills, and bond with peers
Tufts English Society, Member, Medford, MA 9/24–present
Connect with fellow English majors and department faculty to gain insightful feedback from peers
Participate in open mic nights reading poetry
Tufts Public Harmony, Member, Medford, MA 9/25–present
Sing and perform with peers at assisted living facilities and community centers in greater Boston to increase the accessibility of live music
SKILLS
Computer Skills: Microsoft 365, Google Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Rhinoceros 3D
Language Skills: Spanish, Korean