Sarah Fitch

1000 University Place Newport News, VA 23606 (804)-691-0234

sarah.fitch.14@cnu.edu

Education
Christopher Newport University, Newport News, VA
Anticipated
Graduation: May 2018
Bachelor of Communication Studies, Minor in Leadership and Dance
GPA: 3.8/4.0
Relevant Coursework: Interpersonal Communication; Argumentation; Introduction to
Rhetoric; Public Speaking; Self, Group, and Leadership; Leadership Theory and Research,
Leadership through the Ages
Prince George High School, Prince George, VA
Graduation: June 2014
Advanced High School Diploma
GPA: 3.92
Relevant Coursework: Public Speaking, AP Language, Dual Enrollment Intro to Psychology,
Dual Enrollment Intro to Sociology
Highlights: Key Club, National Beta Club, Spanish Club, International Baccalaureate Program,
A/B Honor Roll, P.A.A.S (Program for Artistically Advanced Students), Select Ensemble

Communication and Public Involvement

The Captains Log

Marketing and Public Relations Intern (September 2015-Present)
Promoted the newspaper as a resource for students through social media and CNU
events to become better connected with the CNU community
Contacted outside resources for advertisement sales in order to expand the
capabilities of the publication
Created and edited social media kits to be sent out to potential advertisers
Prince George High School Key Club
Public Relations Chair (October 2013-June 2014)
Marketed the founding class of the Key Club in order to gain more school support
Collaborated with outside organizations to be involved service projects that
benefitted local communities
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Server/Entertainer (August 2015-Present)
Communicated with and entertained guests as a Halloween themed character in
order to enhance the Howl OScream product and experience
Collaborated with peers to develop an experience plan that gave the customers a
memorable evening, but also helped sell the product

Leadership and Community Involvement

Phi Mu Fraternity
Associate Member (January 2015-Present)
Support the local communities with volunteering efforts such as the Hampton Roads
Food Bank
Contributed time and donations to Childrens Hospital of the Kings Daughter and Phi
Mu Foundation
Foster mutual support with the sisterhood in order develop strong women based on
the values of love, honor, and truth
CNU Presidents Leadership Program

Associate Member (June 2014-Present)

Scholarship recipient for a program that encourages participants to become strong,
caring leaders
Interact and volunteer with Hampton Roads organizations in order to build a better
community
Analyze leadership through different lenses and perspectives in order to gain an
understanding of what it means to be a positive, effective leader
Virginia Living Museum
Animal Care Volunteer (August 2015-Present)
Maintain healthy living spaces for all mammals in the museum
Collaborate with other departments to create events to promote the museum