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My Resume.

Below you can view my resume. You may also download it from the link provided.

I am looking for a career in the field of Public Relations, Marketing, or Advertising. I have strong organizational and communication skills, along with years of various opportunities working to provide me with experiences needed to bring me future success. 

6030 Eldridge Dr

Waterford, MI 48327

(248) 804-1117

cara.b.walters@wmich.edu

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EDUCATION

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Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo MI

College of Arts and Sciences

Expected Graduation: May 2022

Bachelor of Arts: Public Relations; Minor: Marketing

Cumulative GPA: 3.66/4.00

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

 

WMU Ethics Center -- Kalamazoo, MI -- Communications Intern

January 2022 - Present

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  • Plan, create, curate, and schedule content for the Ethics Center's social media accounts and email blasts

  • verify setup, attend Center events, bring and set up equipment and materials to events, and assist speakers on site (virtually and in person)

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Student Success Services -- Kalamazoo, MI -- Supplemental Instructor 

January 2022 - Present â€‹

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  • Partner with course instructor to facilitate interactive learning experiences

  • Facilitate three weekly review sessions for students 

  • Support development of study techniques

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Tamarack Camps -- Ortonville, MI -- Outpost Counselor 

June 2021 - August 2021

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  • Planned daily and nightly programs for campers, and responsible for campers in the front and back country, primarily based in the Allegheny National Forest

  • Led multiple back country camping and canoe trips, using my training and Wilderness First Responder, Lifeguard and CPR certifications

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Detroit Dog Rescue -- Warren, MI -- Intern 

December 2019 - July 2020

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  • Gained experience in merchandising and maintaining inventory levels

  • Coordinated phone, email, and messaging activities with donors

  • General assistance and support, organized the warehouse, and discussed fundraising and event opportunities with various local businesses

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Repair the World -- Detroit, MI -- Mentor Leader

August 2016 -- May 2018

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  • Planned monthly educational programs for PeerCorps Detroit and mentored youth while volunteering

  • Worked local community events such as Georgia Street Community Collective and Clark Park in Detroit

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Miscellaneous / Other Jobs

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Hostess, The Root Restaurant and Bar, White Lake, MI

May 2019 -- August 2019

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Salesperson, Cool Jacks, Keego Harbor, MI

July 2017 -- March 2018

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LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

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Alpha Xi Delta, Theta Eta -- Kalamazoo, MI

Rho Gamma ('21), Chapter Life Vice President ('20), Foundation Support Director ('19)

September 2018 -- Present

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  • Plan and organize membership gatherings while managing the events budget

  • Act as the intermediary between Alpha Xi Delta National and Theta Eta chapter to handle formal discrepancies 

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Public Relations Organization -- Kalamazoo, MI

Vice President ('21)

May 2021 -- Present

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  • Oversee distribution and display of promotional tactics and assistance of organizing speakers for monthly meetings

  • Responsible for creating the yearly Gold Book which highlights the resumes of graduating individuals

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