Education:
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May 2009
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The University of Tennessee Knoxville, TN
Master
of Science in Communication Studies: Journalism & Electronic
Media
GPA: 4.0/4.0 |
May 2006
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King’s College Wilkes-Barre, PA
Bachelor
of Arts in English: Writing, minor in Mass Communications
GPA: 3.78/4.00, magna cum laude Rank: 47/402, 4th in Major |
Honors:
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Sigma Tau Delta (STD), English Honor Society
Inductee
Christi Regis Scholarship Recipient
Scripps Networks Scholarship Recipient
Dean’s List, all semesters |
Professional
Experience:
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May 08-present
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iSOLD IT ON eBAY Knoxville, TN
Description Writer/Lister
- Perform market research on potential auction items
- Photograph, write copy and list accepted items on eBay
- Monitor live auctions and respond to user inquiries
- Provide customer service
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February 08-present
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THE TENNESSEE JOURNALIST Knoxville, TN
Staff Writer
- Write, research and format opinion pieces, reviews and
news articles for the School of Journalism and Electronic
Media’s news web site
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August 07-present
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THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE Knoxville, TN
Graduate Teaching Assistant: Intro. to Journalism & Electronic
Media
- Dispense and solve all matters of student communication
- Generate and evaluate student metrics
- Manage media learning project
- Coordinate with University organization leaders
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May 05-September 06
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THE WEEKENDER Wilkes-Barre, PA
Correspondent
- Maintained and wrote a weekly column on Shopping
- Researched and reviewed products sold by local and online
retailers
Editorial Intern
- Conducted interviews and wrote feature articles
- Participated and communicated in editorial board meetings
- Created and implemented a weekly column
- Compiled information for the “Agenda” listing
and the “Flicks” feature
- Reported the occasional “Tell Us” question
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August 04-May 06
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THE SCOP Wilkes-Barre, PA
Co-Editor-in-Chief
- Managed an editorial staff in the production of two literary
magazines per academic year
- Edited written content
- Generated design and layout ideas
- Communicated with printers
- Scheduled meetings and planned agendas
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August 04-May 06
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WRITING CENTER Wilkes-Barre, PA
Writing Tutor
- Edited and engaged in conversation with students concerning
their academic papers in a variety of styles and subject
matters
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Summers 04 and 05
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INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT Wilkes-Barre, PA
Student Aide
- Gained exposure to grant writing and research
- Contributed to planning, campaigning and execution of
Annual Golf Tournament Scholarship Drive
- Handled errands, mailings and filings for Department
Director
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August 02-May 06
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STUDY ABROAD & HONORS PROGRAMS Wilkes-Barre,
PA
Student Aide
- Contributed to advertising and execution of Study Abroad
Fair
- Organized Study Abroad Library
- Assisted students with questions, logged appointments
and handled errands for the Study Abroad and Honors programs
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Activities:
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Society of Professional Journalists
Member, 2008-present
Writing Fellows
Teaching Assistant, 2005
Studied the teaching of Introductory Writing courses for
college students
Assisted a professor in the instruction of Effective Writing
King’s College Orientation
Orientation Coordinator, 2005
Developed training program for Orientation Assistants
Provided campus tours for incoming commuters and their families
Performed in “About Last Night” Skit, educating
students on pertinent college life issues
Orientation Assistant, 2004
Assisted coordinators in transitioning college freshmen
into campus life
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Computer Skills:
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Microsoft Office Word
Microsoft Office PowerPoint
iWork Keynote
Internet Navigation
PC & Macintosh Friendly
Typing Speed: 100+ WPM |
Web Links:
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http://www.ajcportfolio.com
http://tnjn.com/staff/acerasar/
https://www.cci.utk.edu/user/721
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