Marisa Wade

1500 W. Wells St., Apt. 271 ! Milwaukee, WI 53233 ! (630) 689-7652 marisa.wade@marquette.edu

Education
M arquette University
Milwaukee, WI

Expected M ay 2015
Bachelor of Science, Public Relations Minor: Writing Intensive English Marquette Ignatius Scholarship

Experience
Com m unications Assistant Raynor Memorial Libraries

August 2013 - present

Design promotional materials for activities and services Write and distribute press releases promoting events Write articles and conduct interviews for the Libraries annual newsletter Maintained Facebook and Twitter profiles of the Libraries Compiled and recorded statistical data

M arquette University Advancem ent Phonathon Caller

January 2013 - present

Connect with associates of Marquette University and maintain relationships Work together with peers towards a greater cause Raise funds for scholarships and other gifts towards the University

Sales Associate American Eagle Outfitters, Incorporated

February 2011 May 2011

Maintained a friendly and inviting atmosphere within the store Worked with coworkers collaboratively to aid customers in the most efficient way

Relevant Coursework
Public Relations Principles Learned the principles, history, theory and practice of public relations and its purpose in business, organizations and agencies. Introduction to Communication Further studied communication processes and how they are incorporated into interpersonal communication, small group communication, cultural communication and persuasion.

Media in Society Studied the development of mass media within the American society. Also learned about the approaches that are utilized to understand the medias role in society. Media Writing Was able to practice the basics in newswriting, public relations and advertising copywriting. Also perfected the techniques of factual and persuasive writing for mass media. Introduction to Visual Communication Focused on the elements of visual communication through application of language and principles. Introduction to Communication Research Methods Explored various quantitative and qualitative Public Relations Strategies Learned how public relations theories are applied to real world public relations cases. The class stressed the role of strategic problem solving and case study analysis. Marketing Communication Design & Production Learned the details of marketing communications design that focuses on advertisements, newsletters, brochures and posters. The classes stressed basic skills through planning, executing, and evaluating effective designs. Persuasion Studied the theories and principles of persuasion with an emphasis on the social, psychological and cultural study of influence. Composition as Critical Inquiry Rhetorical approach to writing through collaborative drafting, revising, and editing. Emphasis on critical reading and analysis. Short Fiction Studied selected short stories and then discussed them to increase understanding and enjoyment. Creative Writing: Fiction Studied the writing of fiction with an emphasis on technique in published writing.
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Writing for the Professions Learned how to design documents and revise for style. Applications included resumes, letters, memos, reports and visual aids. Also contributed to the creation of the English department newsletter.

Skills & Interests

Microsoft Office Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Adobe Dreamweaver AP Style knowledge Social media awareness

Activities and Service

Member, Marquette University Writing Society, Fall 2013 Present Design Oversight Team for creation of English department newsletter Milwaukee Center for Independence brochure Graphic design work for MyHaunt iTunes app Promotional material for Maggie Farrells campaign for American Library Association president Participant, Relay for Life, Spring 2011 - Present Participant, Campus Crusade for Christ, Fall 2011 Participant, Students Today Leaders Forever, Fall 2011