Bachelor of Arts from The University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL.
Major: international studies; minor: communications.
Graduated cum laude in April 2001 with a 3.54 GPA. Received University Honors Scholar distinction from the Honors Program.

• Worked with the editor-in-chief and members of the editorial board to solidify the paper's stance on a variety of national, state and local issues.
• Wrote daily editorial pieces.
• Selected and edited guest columns and letters-to-the-editor for publication.
• Collaborated with cartoonist to create 2 -3 cartoon ideas each week.

September - December 2001
Editorial Board Member for The Independent Florida Alligator in Gainesville, FL.

• Contributed to the paper's stance on a variety of issues.
• Wrote editorial pieces for this daily newspaper.

June 2001
Arts and Entertainment Reporter for The Real Paper in Pensacola, FL.

• Edited the events calendar for this weekly newspaper.
• Contributed articles about local theater events and area artists.

• Planned and organized events such as group trips, banquets, lectures and panel discussions.
• Recruited prospective students at open houses and college fairs.
• Served as a primary resource for students, professors and community members seeking information regarding the program. Produced a weekly e-newsletter for active students.
• Provided administrative support to the director and program coordinator.

May - August 2000
Interim Assistant Manager for The Discovery Channel Store in Pensacola, FL.

• Supervised employees and delegated responsiblity in a fast paced setting.
• Conducted daily operations such as opening and closing the store, reconciling daily figures, compiling payroll, monitoring and processing shipment and communicating with the corporate office.
• Provided product knowledge and service to customers.

February - May 2000
Programs Intern for VSA arts in Washington, DC.

• Copyedited a portion of the VSA arts Career Guide, a large, one-time publication.
• Assisted in the installation of an art exhibit at The World Bank.
• Provided administrative support to the Programs Department of an international, non-profit organization.