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Education

The University of Georgia Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication
Athens, Georgia

 May 2024

Major: Public Relations Minor: Political Science 
Certificates: Personal and Organizational Leadership and Public Affairs Communications â€‹â€‹

  • GPA: ​3.7/4.0

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  • Honors: Zell Miller Scholarship Recipient, Global Engagement Scholarship Recipient, Bracewell Student Involvement Scholarship Recipient, Grady College in DC Scholarship Recipient, Dalton Rotary Career Technology Scholarship Recipient, Dalton Elks Lodge Scholarship Recipient, “Spirit of the Creek” Scholarship Recipient, Dean's List

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  • Relevant Coursework: Advertising and Public Relations, Public Speaking, Graphic Communications, Marketing, American Government, Public Affairs Communications, Research Methods in Political Science, Reporting and Writing Across Platforms

Public Relations Experience

Press Intern, United States Senate,
Washington, DC

June 2023 - Aug. 2023

  • Drafted press clips for the Senator and 40-person staff to read every morning to ensure the office’s knowledge on current events
  • Created digital graphics and copy for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to relay the Senator’s beliefs and work to the public
  • Updated media lists to inform the communications office of all relevant contacts for garnering media attention for the Senator
  • Exercised written communication skills by editing press releases and one-pagers to showcase the Senator’s legislation and efforts

Public Relations Specialist, The Talking Dog Agency, Athens, GA

Jan. 2023 - May 2023

  • Acquired new skills by learning aspects of website development to create an online store for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution 
  • Developed deck writing expertise for presenting communication analytics and public relations strategies to Cox Enterprises
  • Grew organizational skills and attention to detail apprehension to better embrace potential unexpected deliverables and needs
  • Co-collaborated with a team to draft presentations to deliver analysis and findings to leaders in an efficient and effective manner

Tour Leader, University of Georgia Visitors Center,
Athens, GA

Nov. 2021 - Present

  • Digest large amounts of information and data about the University of Georgia to simplify the college search process for visitors
  • Serve as a campus ambassador by welcoming roughly 4,000 visitors to UGA’s campus since being hired less than three years ago
  • Embrace diverse tour groups of over 30 people from across the United States and adjust the tour to accommodate their needs
  • Utilize strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills to present UGA’s unique student experience and culture effectively
  • Craft a personalized campus tour lasting two hours with own stories, advice and lessons to simplify the transition to college

Student Technician, Terry College of Business,
Athens, GA 

Oct. 2021 - July 2023

  • Aid professors and students with various technological issues and exhibit mannerly levels of expertise and knowledge

  • Enable a collaborative learning environment for students and professors by maintaining classroom technology dependably

  • Display acceptable customer service skills on a day-to-day basis with higher level officials and students in Terry College​

Server, Chili's,
Dalton, GA 

June 2021 - Aug. 2021

  • Co-collaborated with a 30-person staff to ensure the running of the number three busiest Chili’s in America for sales and volume
  • Yielded an average of $1,000 in sales due to strong interpersonal skills and overall ability to successfully engage with customers 
  • Utilized exemplary communication skills with employers, co-workers and patrons to solidify consistent success and wellness
  • Showcased menu knowledge by answering any customer's questions or concerns promptly to maintain a positive experience

Leadership Experience and Campus Involvement

Ambassador, Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication,
Athens, GA

May 2023 - Present

  • Present a positive and long-lasting image of Grady College and its students to alumni, donors, visitors and all other inquiries
  • Engage with a team of 25 ambassadors to successfully lead tours, interact with special guests and aid aspiring Grady students

Jan. 2023 - Present

Leadership Fellow, Institute for Leadership Advancement,
Athens, GA

  • Create a guidebook for rural communities in Georgia on how to install electric vehicle charging stations in their communities

  • Exercise leadership capabilities in a highly selective leadership program designed to develop values-based impact-driven leaders

Director of Recruitment, Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Fraternity,
Athens, GA  

Sept. 2021 - Present

  • Recruit diverse groups of students from across campus by hosting three informational events for over 150 inquiries each cycle
  • Create presentations that explain the needs and recommendations of fellow leaders, to ensure a successful recruitment process

Sept. 2021 - Present

Mentee, UGA Mentor Program,
Athens, GA

  • Connect and meet with an alumnus of UGA to build stronger alumni relationships and a greater understanding of the workforce

DEI Member, UGA Public Relations Student Society of America,
Athens, GA

Aug. 2021 - Present

  • Drive initiatives to foster a more inclusive chapter, resulting in greater awareness of diversity issues and topics among members

Skills and Interests

Skills: MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Office, Research, Social Media, Leadership, Writing and Public Speaking

Interests: Communications, Georgia Football, Traveling, Cooking, Politics, Movies, Zodiac Signs and Charcuterie Boards

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