Gabriel PassmoreClinton, Tennessee (865) 803-8272 gpassmore13@gmail.com

SkillsPolitical Science Graduate with the proven ability to write and communicate effectively on a broad range of topics, produce quality research and analysis on complex issues with the ability to think critically about policies and procedures that are essential to making important decisions.

EducationUniversity of Tennessee, 2013Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Pellissippi State Technical Community College, 2011Associate of Arts in Political Science

Research and Analysis ExperienceRevolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC)Research conducted that profiles the Colombian terrorist organization and the tactics they use to bring attention to their revolutionary cause.

Violations of Civil and Political Rights in EcuadorResearch and analysis centered on Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa and his ability to concentrate political power and silence his opposition.

Syrian Civil WarAn analysis constructed around the Syrian conflict on why it is important for the international community and the United States to respond and a description on how a coalition or U.S. intervention could end the crisis.

Civil War Risk AssessmentResearch and analysis highlighting the country of Pakistan and how it could possibly endure a civil war in its future due to major flaws in the country’s elections, economy, insurgency groups, and intolerance.

Chinese Human Rights AbusesResearch and analysis critical of China’s abysmal human rights record with a look at some policies the United States could put forth in order to put pressure on the Chinese regime to end their abusive practices.

Protests, Uprisings, and Human Rights in Modern Day ChinaResearch and analysis chronicles a series of revolts that occurred in China as a result of government corruption and human rights abuses.

Work HistoryFreelance Writer, 2015-presentComposing and writing essays for possible publication

Campaign Operative: Knoxville, TN 2014Established a working relationship with a TN State Representative and contributed to their local state campaign by assisting with district canvassing and voter communications

Internship: Knoxville, TN 2012Worked on a successful local state campaign for three TN State Representatives and assisted with district canvassing, phone banking, and fundraising while earning the best intern award for displaying leadership, dependability, and teamwork initiatives

Security and Law Enforcement: Baptist Hospital and Covenant Health 2003-2008 Provided security services for two Knoxville, TN healthcare facilities by maintaining a supervisory role over security procedures and operating as a private police officer responsible for deterring criminal activity

Personal Trainer: Knoxville, TN 2000-2003Worked in the fitness industry as a Weight Training Consultant and designed workout routines for gym members while receiving many Quests for Excellence awards for my outstanding customer service skills

Warehouse Associate: Allied Digital Technologies, Clinton, TN 1997-2000Worked at a distribution plant processing finished products into a Lotus computer database and assisting with various assembly line productions while being recognized as the only temporary employee trusted to work on different operations within the facility

Additional InformationFamiliar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Lotus, PowerPoint, and Internet search agents

Concentration in Foreign Affairs and International Relations

Knowledgeable about the political affairs in Asia, Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East