Shakura Salahaladyn

Phone: (414) 334-1515 E-mail: salahs24@uwosh.edu

https://www.linkedin.com/pub/shakura-salahaladyn/92/906/6bb

Current Address:
208 Osceola St
S Gruenhagen 1077
Oshkosh, WI 54901

Permanent Address:
8624 W Medford Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53225

EDUCATION:

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Bachelor of Business Administration
Major in Interactive Web Management
Minor in Journalism- Public Relations
GPA 3.2, Expected graduation date: May 2017

RELEVANT COURSES:
Principles of Public Relations
Editing

Mass
Communications
Creating the Digital
Future

Writing for the Media

Statistics for Business

EXPERIENCE:
Integrated Marketing and Communications Office, Oshkosh, WI
September 2015-Present
Public Relations/Journalism Intern
Enhance organizational skills through the assistance in the execution of press conferences and
managing several stories simultaneously
Strengthened editing skills through repetitive proofreading and assessment
Oshkosh Student Association, Oshkosh, WI
October 2015-Present
Marketing Ambassador, USA TODAY Liaison
Chair the OSA Marketing Committee and lead the marketing initiatives on behalf of OSA and
serve as the USA Today Branding Ambassador
Provide reports upon request to Senate and Assembly as requested
Management Information Office, Oshkosh, WI
August
2014 December 2014
Computer Technician
Troubleshoot computer hardware and software, and contact residents to resolve issues in a
timely manner
Install and upgrade computer hardware and software for the companys technological
devices
Manage the offices Facebook page by updating technological informational articles for UWOshkoshs residents
Create, manage and write a portion of the offices Wiki page
LEADERSHIP:
Multicultural Education Coalition
August 2014 May 2015
President
Serve as the official representative, spokesperson, and facilitator of the Multicultural
Education Coalition
Organize and facilitate programs and events for the Oshkosh community
Remain fair and impartial during organization decision making processes
Maintain professional contact with various organizations in the UW-Oshkosh campus
community

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Residence Life, Oshkosh, WI

January
2015-Present

Community Advisor
Promote academic excellence, address student needs, and encourage involvement among
residents that support the mission of the University and the Department of Housing and
Residence Life
Lead student-center hall programs to promote social, education, diversity, health,
emotional, and growth
Budget and allocate money used for residence hall/floor events
Titan Advantage Program, Oshkosh, WI
May 2015-July 2015
Senior Peer Mentor
Provide academic support through building rapport and maintaining a peer mentor
relationship
Assist with the coordination of programs and activities for the students
Coordinate daily meetings with Peer Mentors and provide daily updates
The Sisterhood
February
2014 February 2015
Public Relations Coordinator
Serve as Chief Editor for all publications made by the organization
Maintain responsibility for retaining specific knowledge of university policies regarding
posting of publications
Facilitate mutual understanding between the organizations and the public (UW-Oshkosh
community)
ACTIVITIES/AWARDS:
Marketing Club, Member
Present
Business Scholars Program, Member
Present
AAUW Leadership Program, Recipient
Present
Black Student Union, Member
Present
Transfer Year Experience Mentorship Program, Mentor
October 2014

April 2015September 2014

May 2014February 2014
September -

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Marketing Club - Atlanta Professional Development Trip
April 2015
Gained personal insights into Turner Broadcastings culture and day-to-day tasks
Gained insights into tactical actions, strategic initiatives and long-term goals that are
aligned with an advertising campaign for Coca Cola
Served as a focus group for Coca Colas advertising campaign
National Conference for College Women Student Leaders, Washington, D.C.
June 2014
Exclusively selected from UW-Oshkosh to attend the National Conference for Women
Student Leaders in Washington, DC
Enhanced leadership & communication skills through participation in various workshops

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Gained the skills in planning, leadership, and organization through a workshop called
Women in the Workforce: Encouraging Women to Dream Big
Social Justice Week Panelist
April 2013
Served as a representative and spokesperson addressing the topic of The Effects, Influences
of Poverty, and Social Inequality on African American Communities
Develop social and personal skills through exchanged dialogue with the UW-Oshkosh
community
Black Beauty: Lets Talk About Hair Panelist
March 2013
Served as a representative and spokesperson addressing the topic of Black Beauty: Black
Hair and the challenges the images we see of Black women in today's media
Assisted in the organization and facilitation of the Black Beauty: Lets Talk about Hair panel
for The Sisterhood organization on campus
TECHNICAL / NON-TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Hootsuite Certified