-Assist in the planning and logistical preparation of NU alumni events such as Niagara University Alumni Weekend & ROTC Military Hall of Fame and Niagara Legacy Alumni of Distinction award ceremony, from inception to implementation, while working closely in collaboration with key constituents both on and off campus. -Collaborated with alumni professionals and staff to maximize the engagement and development potential of NU’s Rochester Alumni Chapter program through creation of the Rochester Chapter Alumni Survey; received over 80 responses, presented project milestones, assessment results guided future decisions for networking programs, future giving campaigns, and additional NU chapter assessment.

Office of Donor Relations and Stewardship, University at BuffaloGraduate Intern, June 2014- Present-Provide administrative support for department by assisting with invitation and donation mailings, as well as recording and organizing “giveaway depot” & “thank-a-thon” forms. Developed working knowledge of key fundraising technology, “BidPal,“ while managing donations for UB Scholarship Gala.-Gained exposure to university-wide acknowledgement writing process.-Assist with UB Scholarship Gala planning; attend planning meetings, actively contribute to design and implementation of banquet vision.

-Assisted in the creation of “Niagara Gives Thanks Day,” advancing student-giving campaign (SLAM) and developing opportunities for undergraduates to educate peers on philanthropy.-Contributed to continued development of NU’s Young Alumni Program through creation of Young Alumni Engagement and Giving Survey; received over 60 responses, presented project milestones, assessment results guided future decisions for quarterly networking programs and giving campaigns.-Gained exposure to “The Raiser’s Edge” fundraising software.-Participated in comprehensive review of NU’s Give2gether website.-Actively served on the search committee for the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management.-Assisted with “Donor Relations-Scholarship Luncheon” through coordination of student invitations and responses, corresponded with featured student speaker, and developed PowerPoint presentation, featuring scholarship recipients.-Actively participated on “Student Engagement and Retention” committee.

-Collaborated with 8 Special Events team members to manage day-to-day operations of the UB Distinguished Speakers Series.-Assess UB Distinguished Speaker Series through collaboration with key staff/professionals to develop comprehensive report compiling assessment data through Campus Labs. Reported main findings from assessment data to department, guiding future decisions for a more productive and enjoyable speaker series experience.-Gained exposure to coordination of large-scale events of up to 8,000 people, while hosting speakers such as President Barak Obama, Former First Lady and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, Former First Lady Laura Bush, and entertainers Steve Martin and David Blaine.-Creatively conceptualized marketing techniques highlighting student engagement with the series by using “Pic-Stich” application, Vine videos, Flipagram videos, and Twitter photos. Built and managed UB Distinguished Speaker Series social media platforms such as Twitter, YouTube, UBLinked, Vine, and Instagram.-Served as GSA and SA liaison by creating a project communication strategy to market and increase awareness of the UB Distinguished Speakers Series to their constituent groups.-Managed High School & Community and Religious Organization Ticketing Programs for select Distinguished Speakers Series Lectures, involving distribution of over 900 tickets to 50 participating local schools and organizations.-Developed and coordinated events from inception to implementation to drive student awareness of UB Distinguished Speakers Series, such as the “Golden Ticket Contest,” and “Steve Martin Photo-shoot.”-Managed UB Distinguished Speaker Series Facebook page, write posts relevant to speakers, post related news articles, advertise promotions such as the “Early Bird Series Subscription Discount;” increased likes on Facebook by 900 over span of 1.5 years.

-Aided in the execution of residence hall and apartment assignments, including exposure to entire process of contracting, securing payment, assigning and billing, while gaining a basic understanding of Residential Management System (RMS).-Demonstrated organizational and administrative skills by compiling and summarizing 11 years of Auto Allocation materials in Excel.-Actively participated on “Paraprofessional Training and Development” committee.-Constructed survey through Campus Labs comparing Resident Assistant compensation amongst SUNY schools; received 51 responses and issued data driven results to survey respondents.-Developed plan to implement recognition culture for Campus Living by assembling binder of academic resources, suggestions for implementation, and presented informal and formal recognition research to senior administrative staff.-Communicated with first year & transfer students and their families to identify best-fit approach to assignments, while working within parameters of available resources.-Assisted in logistical preparation for hosting SUNY Residential Life and Housing Administrators’ summer meeting. -Provided onsite assistance for New York State Special Olympics, hosted at the University at Buffalo, directing over 300 athletes to their rooms.

-Observed and assisted in the design, implementation, facilitation, & evaluation of select campaigns and programs regarding alcohol use, high-risk behaviors and other drug education.-Actively observed and studied evaluation process of “Choices” grant program, fashioned for groups such as first year students, mandated high-risk students, Athletes, and members of fraternities and sororities.-Assist with peer-educator Bystander Intervention training for UB Athletes and provided feedback for presenters.-Attended programs from all facets of the Wellness Education department including: “QPR Training” (Suicide Prevention), “Love and Support Day,” “Smoke-Free Campus Supporter Training,” “Safe Zone Training,” “How to Help a Rape and Sexual Assault Survivor,” and “Snacking Tuesdays.”-Scored students’ assignments and reviewed material relevant to Fundamentals of Wellness ES 102. -Distributed educational resources at “Late Night UB,” providing information on high-risk behaviors & other drug education.

-Assisted approximately 40 residents with academic and personal related issues.-Founded recognition program for Hunter Hall residents, developed an executive board, facilitated weekly meetings and planned end of year banquet for 75 students.-Organized, planned and facilitated at least 3 programs, addressing academics, global and personal related issues.-Developed a sense of community through interactions, crisis management and conflict resolution. -Facilitated and coordinated activities for staff development.