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Chapel Hill, Nc, Us

Baton Rouge, La, Us

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

As President of LSU MANRRS, I lead initiatives that foster professional development, community outreach, and diversity in agriculture and related fields. I oversee chapter activities, manage partnerships, and work with student leaders to organize events that promote career readiness and academic success. This role requires strategic planning, communication, and collaboration with faculty, students, and industry professionals. My focus is on empowering members, enhancing our chapter's impact, and ensuring that MANRRS continues to provide meaningful opportunities for growth and leadership development.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

Building a robust and inclusive community through activities and programs, a Resident Assistant assists in creating a welcoming, healthy, safe, cooperative, and thoughtful living environment.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

As a Strategic Communication Intern with the LSU AgCenter, I supported the development and execution of communication strategies to enhance public engagement and promote the organization’s outreach initiatives. This role allowed me to apply my skills in multimedia production, social media management, and public relations to advance agricultural research and education.Key Responsibilities: - Collaborated with internal teams to develop digital content for social media, newsletters, and press releases - Managed and created content calendars to ensure consistent messaging across multiple platforms - Assisted with the planning and promotion of outreach events aimed at fostering stronger community connections - Designed graphics, videos, and marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite to highlight key programs and initiatives - Conducted media monitoring to track public engagement with AgCenter news and content - Supported stakeholder communication efforts by writing blog posts, email campaigns, and success stories - Worked closely with communications staff to analyze engagement metrics and optimize future campaigns Key Skills & Tools: - Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro) - Social media strategy and content creation - Public relations and stakeholder engagement - Copywriting and graphic design - Project management and teamwork This experience strengthened my ability to communicate complex information effectively and reinforced my passion for connecting communities to agricultural science and research.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

Served as a member of the RA Advisory Board, working with other Resident Assistants and the Director of Residential Education to implement positive changes. Focused on improving work-life balance, increasing pay, and enhancing compensation benefits for RAs. This role involved advocating for policy improvements, gathering and presenting feedback from RAs, and collaborating with leadership to create a more supportive work environment.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

As the Chief of Staff at the LSU Disability Advocacy Council, I was passionate about driving positive change for the differently-abled community. Together with our visionary team, we worked to foster an inclusive campus environment, creating innovative strategies to enhance accessibility and amplify diverse perspectives.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

As the Service and Community Outreach Chair for the LSU Agriculture Student Association, I led initiatives to connect students with service opportunities that benefit both the campus and local community. I organized events, coordinated volunteer efforts, and partnered with community organizations to foster meaningful engagement. This role required strong leadership, communication, and project management skills to inspire student participation and ensure successful events that aligned with the association’s mission of service and outreach. Skills:- Leadership and event coordination - Community engagement and networking - Communication and project management

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

As a freshman, I served as a student senator in student government, for the college of Agriculture. This led to me becoming the first freshman in my college to hold the position for the full academic year. In this role, I represented the interests of students, advocated for policy changes, and collaborated with other senators to improve campus life. My work involved gathering feedback from my peers, contributing to committee meetings, and ensuring the voices of my college were heard within the broader student government structure. Skills: - Leadership and representation - Policy advocacy - Communication and collaboration

Bowie, Maryland, United States

As the Director and Founder of a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing literacy and comprehension rates in underserved communities, I spearheaded a range of pivotal responsibilities. My role involved strategic planning and execution of initiatives, fundraising and donor engagement, team leadership and development, community outreach, and program evaluation. Through innovative approaches and collaborative efforts, I facilitated impactful interventions that empowered individuals to unlock the transformative power of literacy, fostering brighter futures for our communities.

Bachelor'S Degree, Agricultural Business And Management

Activities and Societies: LSU Student Government - Senator LSU ASA Service and Community Outreach Chair LSU AgCenter & College of Ag DEIC.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Student Government - Communications Coordinator Principal’s Action Council - Chief of Staff Best Buddies.