JOSEPHINE STARWALT

josephinestarwalt@gmail.com (217) 586-2110 1817 Old Maple Lane, Savoy IL, 61874 https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-starwalt

EDUCATION
Illinois State University Normal, IL
Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Relations May 2020
Minor: Business Administration
• GPA: 3.3/4.0
• Selected to be a member of Rho Lambda Honors Society for high qualities of academics and leadership

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
Communication Intern// Illinois State University Athletics Normal, IL August 2018-May 2019
• Wrote all press releases pertaining to the 2019 Illinois State Women’s Gymnastics team and their season
• Consulted with various departments within athletics to create media guides and team promotions
• Contacted opposing teams and news outlets to ensure correct information regarding the competing gymnasts
• Assisted graduate students and professional staff with football, soccer, volleyball, and basketball events and games
Marketing Intern// Michelle’s Bridal and Tuxedo Urbana, IL August 2019-Present
• Adapt brand strategies and tactics using strong competitive, product analysis and category insight
• Analyze social and monitor growth of brand awareness on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest
• Serve as primary marketing liaison to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure clear communication for all projects
Alumni Relations Intern// Redbird for Life and Donor Events Normal, IL January 2018-August 2018
• Planned and coordinated events for former Illinois State Hall of Fame athletes to come back to campus and promote their sport
• Wrote feature articles about former Illinois State athletes to engage athletic alumni and their teammates

LEADERSHIP
President// National Fraternity-Zeta Tau Alpha Normal, IL December 2017-December 2019
• Managed 13 executive officers and 25 program council leaders to maintain maximum efficiency and well-rounded chapter operations
• Ensure 170 members receive all benefits of a Zeta Tau Alpha membership by implementing varied chapter programs
• Founded a leadership structure to develop and prepare emerging leaders within the chapter before they take on an executive role
• Headed confidential judicial hearings to hold members of the chapter accountability if they did not meet chapter standards
• Represented and advocated on behalf of the Chapter at campus meetings and Zeta Tau Alpha National conferences and conventions
Diversity and Inclusion Task Force Member// National Fraternity-Zeta Tau Alpha Carmel, IN July 2019-Present
• Developed recommendations for all chapters of Zeta Tau Alpha across the country to create an environment of diversity and inclusion
• Assessed Zeta Tau Alpha’s current state of diversity and inclusion compared to other College PanHellenic organizations
• Established a 3 year plan to present to National Council that promotes inclusion for Zeta Tau Alpha
New Member Coordinator// National Fraternity-Zeta Tau Alpha Normal, IL December 2016-2017
• Taught all 65 new members the history of Zeta Tau Alpha and the purpose of the organization today
• Facilitated weekly workshops for new members about sisterhood, mental health, hazing and creating healthy relationships

ADDITIONAL WORK HISTORY

Student Ambassador// Illinois State University Office of Admissions Normal, IL October 2016-Present
• Interact with potential students of varying backgrounds to show how they could succeed if they attend Illinois State University
• Direct large groups of potential students and their families at campus Open Houses and university scholarship interviews
• Communicate information with students, academic counselors and other administrative staff in a professional manner
Bridal Stylist// Michelle’s Bridal and Tuxedo Urbana, IL May 2019-Present
• Create a bridal styling experience that provides an intimate and personal experience to ensure a once in a lifetime experience
• Gather strong product knowledge about designer’s options and processes so that the bride will know all possible choices for her dress

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Camp Counselor// Camp Summit Paradise, TX March 2018 and March 2019
• Participated in Alternative spring break for 2 years in a row at a camp for children and adults with disabilities
• Co-led a cabin with 13 girls ages 6-13 with a range of physical and mental disabilities through a week’s worth of camp activities
Cultural Connections Volunteer// Los Lagos Slums Alajuela, Costa Rica January 2019
• Traveled to Costa Rica to help build ovens in the slums to help eliminate poor health conditions without creating medication dependency
• Researched grassroots volunteering prior to the trip for the Center of Community of Engagement and Service Learning at Illinois State

AWARDS
Sorority Woman of the Year// Fraternity & Sorority Life at Illinois State Normal, IL May 2019
Stephany “Stevie” Moore Joslin Endowed Scholarship//National Fraternity Zeta Tau Alpha Carmel, IN July 2019
New Member of the Year// Fraternity & Sorority Life at Illinois State Normal, IL May 2017