Sonia Personette
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*** *. ***** ***, ***** Pigeon, MI 49099
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Objective
My goal is to gain a position in organizational communication; where
leadership, verbal/written communication skills, and community relations
can be applied, supported by my project leadership, organizational and
interpersonal skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts and Science-
Major in Organizational Communication
Minor in Nonprofit Leadership
Graduated May 2010 from Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
Related Experience
Communication Intern- Hospital Hospitality House (September 2009-December
2009)
. Strengthened my communication skills by actively listening
. Created a highlight article for the annual report
. Attended Development and Communication Committee meetings
. Observed human resource issues
. Collected, analyzed and compiled guest data for Capitol Campaign
. Used my interpersonal skills to network with board and members of the
community
. Strengthened presentation skills by presenting ideas to board.
Nonprofit Leadership Intern- Hospital Hospitality House (January 2009-
August 2009)
. Created the House's first social media pages; Facebook and Twitter
. Researched and created new board assessment form
. Used organizational skills to file confidential information to ensure
easy retrieval
. Helped with fundraising by getting quotes and helping with creative
process
. Assisted Executive Director with daily activities, and worked with
Executive Director to create budget for 2010.
Volunteer-Project Leadership
Member of American Humanics Students Association-WMU
Service learning Project at Douglass Center-WMU Community Outreach-CFC
Students 4 Giving Grant Giveaway-WMU Peace Jam-WMU
Relevant Coursework/Skills Other Work Experience
. Public Relations Job Title, Shell- cashier (September 2007
- Present)
. Leadership Establish relationships with community
. Training and Development Pay attention to detail
. Communication Courses Ensure money is balanced before and after shift
. Civic Engagement Maintain positive attitude with customers