Education: University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts | Communications - Public Relations | Expected December 2014
- Cumulative GPA: 3.26/4.00
- Dean's List 3 Semesters
Work Experience
Target | Distribution Group Lead Intern | June 2014 - Present
- Lead a team of 16 inbound team members, in daily operations to acheive departmental and building wide goals
- Manage the talent of team members to enhance and maintain a positive work culture, consistent with the Target brand
- Assist in the execution and implementation of building wide Lean initiatives to increase productivity
- Strategically communicate messages to the inbound department, to ensure open communication channels
- Develop strong relationships with team members and excutives to better collaborate on new initiatives
- Offered an extended internship for the Fall of 2014
UNI Career Services | Team Lead Career Guide | August 2012 - Present
- Promoted to Team Lead in August of 2013, aiding in the training of three new Career Guides
- Help in the planning and implementation of weekly training for students and staff
- Develop and carry out presentations for student organizations on career readiness
- Accommodate students during the resume writing process by providing feedback
- Conduct mock interviews for students to help them prepare for professional interviews
- Collaborate with UNI Staff by assisting in the planning of four Career Fairs each year for students
- Carry out interviews for hiring of new Career Guides with professional staff
UNI Career Services | Overseas Placement Specialist | January 2012 - Present
- Assemble materials for the 900+ attendees of the annual UNI Overseas Recruiting Fair
- Plan and assist in the packing for transport of fair materials, set up, and take down during the fair
- Communicate efficiently with other staff to accommodate the fast pace environment
- Provide excellent support and service for fair attendees to ensure a positive experience
Alpha Delta Pi Executive Office | Convention Intern | May - July 2013
- Assisted the professional staff with preparations for the 2013 International Convention
- Managed event packing lists to ensure all Convention materials arrived
- Accommodated the 1,000+ attendees and assessed areas to provide assistance
- Assisted in delegating and explaining tasks to other interns during the convention
Leadership & Activities
Alpha Delta Pi Sorority | Member | August 2011 - Present
- Chapter President | January 2014 - Present
- Membership Education Vice President | January - December 2013
- Spirit Chair | Pride Leader | Risk Management | January - December 2012
- District Leadership Seminar Attendee | February 2013, 2014
- Adelphean Compass Leadership Seminar Attendee | June 2014
- IMPACT Leadership Seminar Attendee | June 2012
Panhellenic Council | Rho Gamma - Recruitment Guide | March - September 2013
Cornerstone | Peer Teaching Assistant | April 2012 - May 2013
Fraternity and Sorority Life | IMPACT UNI Attendee | January 2012
Colleges Against Cancer | Team Recruitment Committee | August 2011 - May 2012
Cornerstone | Peer Teaching Assistant | April 2012 - May 2013
Fraternity and Sorority Life | IMPACT UNI Attendee | January 2012
Colleges Against Cancer | Team Recruitment Committee | August 2011 - May 2012
Volunteer Experience
Ronald McDonald House Charities | Volunteer and Fundraiser
St. Patrick's Church | Faith Formation Teacher
St. Patrick's Church | Faith Formation Teacher
Honors and Recognition
2014 - Nominated, UNI Student Employee of the Year
2012 - Alpha Delta Pi, Outstanding Commitment to Sisterhood
2012 - Alpha Delta Pi, Outstanding Commitment to Sisterhood