Sophia M. Pleat
518-414-0971| sophiapleat@gmail.com | Clifton Park, New York
PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT
Driven matriculated senior student athlete at SUNY Potsdam. Strong academic record in Criminal Justice and Psychology, and relevant experience in Athletic Communications, photography, and social media. Enrolled in the Syracuse Newhouse Public Relations Master’s Program specializing in Sports, Media, and Communications.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts May 2026
State University of New York at Potsdam, Potsdam, NY
Major: Criminal Justice, and Psychology Major GPA: 3.77
Study Abroad May 2025 – July 2025
SUNY Brockport Ireland Psychological Research Internship
Awards and Achievements
NFCA All-American Scholar Athlete Honors May 2025
Canfield Psychology Scholarship April 2025
President’s List 5 Semesters 2023-2025
Psi Chi Honors Society April 2025 - Current
Alpha Phi Sigma Honors Society April 2025 - Current
WORK EXPERIENCE
Intern | St. Lawrence Sheriff’s Office | Canton, New York January 2026 – Current
· Participated in ride-a-longs to observe patrol, investigation, and specialized unit procedures
Athletics Photographer | State University of New York at Potsdam | Potsdam, New York August 2024 – Current
· Photographed live sporting events from sidelines, capturing high-quality action and promotional images
· Collaborated with student-athletes and staff to plan and execute media day photo shoots
· Created visual content and managed social media pages for SUNY Potsdam’s athletics teams, increasing engagement and visibility
· Managed time effectively to balance 15-20 hours per week while in college and maintained a 3.73 GPA
Social Media Manager | State University of New York at Potsdam | Potsdam, New York August 2025 – Current
· Developed graphics and photo content for the Potsdam Men’s Hockey social media pages
· Grew number of views by 247% total and 231% from non-followers
· Collaborated with athletes about specific media content and production
Peer Counselor | State University of New York at Potsdam | Potsdam, New York August 2025 – Current
· Engaged in training for active listening, crisis management, ethics, diversity, and QPR Suicide Prevention Training
· Participated in role play diads with peers in order to implement new skills
Legal Assistant | WP Law | Clifton Park, New York June 2021 – December 2026
· Document preparation of Powers of Attorney, HIPPA Authorizations, and others for attorney meetings
· Preparation of law text for managing attorney including drafting Irrevocable Trusts
· Witnessing signing appointments as well as preparing and mailing documents for clientele
Photography Intern | State University of New York at Potsdam | Potsdam, New York August 2025 – December 2025
· Collaborated closely with the Director of Photography to plan and coordinate photo shoots, including location logistics, shot lists, and equipment evaluation.
· Edited and retouched images using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom for client delivery
· Highlighted projects include Riverview Correctional Facility (RCF) Graduation Ceremony and Men’s Lacrosse Clinic
Psychological Research Intern | Dublin City College (DCU) | Dublin, Ireland May 2025 – July 2025
· Created a rapid systematic review protocol on PROSPERO, focusing on autistic adults and intimate partner violence relationships, specifically lived experience, and coercive control.
· Assisted in the development of the review protocol, including formulating research questions, defining inclusion/exclusion criteria, and identifying key outcomes.
· Conducted literature searches across databases such as PubMed and PsycINFO, using predefined search strategies.
· Conducted minutes on multiple meetings for DCU about the 2025 Research Ireland New Foundations Grant.
Summer Camp Counselor | Malta Community Center | Malta, New York July 2022 – August 2022
· Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities
· Implemented camp activities that foster physical, social, and emotional growth
· participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers’ progress, issues, and goal achievement
LEADERSHIP
Captain | Potsdam Softball DIII | Potsdam, New York August 2023 – Current
· Led and motivated 20 players through practices and competitive games, fostering teamwork and motivation
· Served as a liaison between players and coaching staff to address concerns and ensure effective communication
· Promoted a positive team culture focused on sportsmanship, accountability, and performance improvement
Vice President | Student Athletic Advisory Committee | Potsdam, New York August 2024 – Current
· Attend weekly meetings and serve on committees to plan programming and raise awareness of student-athlete initiatives on campus
· Collaborate with peers and athletic staff to promote engagement, community involvement, and the goals of the organization
· Advocated for student-athlete interests, ensuring representation in campus wide discussions and athletic department decisions
SKILLS
Technological Skills – Microsoft Office, Clio, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Boxout, Canva and Social Media
Soft Skills – Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Creativity, and Work Ethic
LICENSES/TRAINING
CITI Training – Training in research ethics, compliance, and professional development
QPR Suicide Prevention Training – Completed certification in Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) suicide prevention techniques to promote mental wellness and provide peer support on campus