Andrew B. Pierce, II
Columbus, OH | (614) 702-7143| pierce.668@osu.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/andrewbpierce
Education
The Ohio State University Columbus, OH
Bachelor of Science, Public Policy Analysis Anticipated May 2023 Specialization in Nonprofit Management Honors: Dean’s List (2019); Office of Student Life Outstanding First-Year Award (2020); Chalmers Wylie Public Service Scholarship (2020)
Columbus Alternative High School Columbus, OH International Baccalaureate Diploma with Honors Class of 2019
Leadership Experience
The WORTH Foundation Columbus, OH Chairman, Board of Directors August 2020 – Present
- Create and oversee board committees to promote community programming related to civic education, civic engagement, leadership development, and community development.
- Author and secure grant funding totaling $5,500 to fund local Civic Education and Leadership Academies and annual conferences.
- Develop and foster neighborhood and professional partnerships across Columbus to support programming.
Chair of Youth Advisory Board December 2016 – August 2020
- Mobilized local high schools for events such as Central Ohio Youth Get Out to Vote Initiative and Columbus Alternative High School Renovation Lobbying Campaign.
- Establish relationships with local businesses and civic organizations for partnerships and funding.
- Write and present research pertaining to youth civic engagement at the Midwest Political Science Association.
City of Columbus Columbus, OH Member, Chief Advisory Panel June 2020 – Present
- Provide community input for the Columbus Chief of Police on initiatives and programs to promote equity and achieve criminal justice reform.
- Identified and developed relationships with community and police stakeholders to provide a holistic foundation for policy discussions.
The Ohio State University Columbus, OH Office of Student Life September 2020 – Present Search Committee for Assistant Vice President of Health/Well-Being
- Reviewed applicants on the basis of professional experience on their ability to manage health and wellness departments for The Ohio State University.
- Interview applicants to assess interpersonal skills and organizational capabilities.
University Senator April 2020 – Present Fiscal Committee of University Senate
- Represent the Undergraduate Student Government on conversations dealing with adjustments to university budgets and fee structures.
- Reviewed university fiscal documents to promote equity and fiscal stability.
On-Campus Living Area Senator October 2019 – Present Undergraduate Student Government
- Represent all undergraduate student residents of The Ohio State University.
- Sponsor and co-sponsor legislation to benefit the constituent environment.
- Develop relationships with University Administrators to better meet the needs of students.
Academic, Consultancy, and Internship Experience
The Ohio State University Columbus, OH John Glenn College of Public Affairs October 2020 – Present Student Research Assistant for Columbus After Action Review
- Assembled social media database of key individuals and organizations involved with the Black Lives Matter protests in Columbus, Ohio from May 28, 2020, to July 19, 2020.
- Documented instances of police brutality and civil unrest via social media footage and evidence.
WORTH (Working Through Obstacles Reaching True Heights) Columbus, OH Consultant October 2017 – Present
- Author and deliver original workshops on topics such as Social Media Campaign Development for organizations such as the Ohio Department of Health.
- Facilitate WORTH leadership trainings such as the City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods Area Commissioner Retreat.
The City of Columbus City Council Columbus, OH Office of Shannon Hardin September 2018 – May 2019 Legislative Intern
- Forged partnerships with high-level social media executives at Facebook and Twitter to secure positive and verified digital identity for Council President Hardin.
- Draft celebratory and recognition legislation for Columbus City Council to maintain high community standing.
- Aid in the facilitation of policy discussions related to public transportation and housing.
Awards, Honors, Panels, and Speeches
- 2020 ProMazo Top 40 Most Interesting Students
- 2020 Columbus Metropolitan Club Panel Discussion, Racism: Where Do We Go From Here? Young Black Men Speak
- 2020 Speaker at Children’s Defense Fund Fall Benefit, The Need for Educational Equity
- 2018 City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods 20 Under 20 Award
- 2018 Corporation for National & Community Service Presidential Volunteer Gold Service Award
- 2018 Who’s Who in Black Columbus Future Leader