Brittney Riffe

PO BOX 171 Yorkville, TN 38389 | (731).414.9876 | briffe@memphis.edu

Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS, JOURNALISM | THE UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS | FALL 2010 - PRESENT
Major: Journalism
Specialization: Advertising
Skills & Abilities
Student Adfed member and NSAC participant 2014
Residence Hall Council, National Conference Coordinator, Fall 2013-Spring 2014
Tau Beta Sigma, National Honorary Band Sorority, President, Fall 2013-Present
University of Memphis, Mighty Sound of the South Marching and Pep Bands, 2010- Present
Planning and implementing Programs on campus
Microsoft Office
Experience
RESIDENT ADVISOR | DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE, UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS | JANUARY 2012-PRESENT
Communicate my ideas and understand the ideas of others
Completing administrative tasks
Educating residents on the policies and procedures of Residential Life
Facilitate an environment that allows students to meet their academic goals
Managing my time as well as scheduling events around others plans
Promoting student involvement in University, Residential Life committees, activities and events
Role modeling positive attitudes and behaviors
Serving as a resource
Stress a sense of community

CONFERENCE ASSISTANT | DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE, UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS | MAY 2013-PRESENT
Assist in preparation of conference information materials and paperwork
Be available in the residence halls
Distributing and collecting of keys
Ensure completion of registration paperwork by Conference Housing guests
Evaluate conferences indicating problems and concerns as well as positive feedback
Inspect rooms to ensure preparation before group arrival and after group departure
Present a good image of The University of Memphis
Work with Housekeeping Staff to ensure satisfactory preparation of facilities
Respond to emergency situations

RESPITE CARE WORKER | COMMUNITY LIVING SERVICES, MICHIGAN | JUNE 2011-AUGUST 2012
Assisted with daily routine
Communicated with someone who does not have regular one on one time
Encouraged hard work and social activity
Provided care and assistance to mentally disabled man
Transported to activities and other places