Tess E.

Abbott
tessabbott@aol.com | (336) 848-9007 | www.linkedin.com/in/tess-abbott
8515 Mahala Dr. High Point, NC 27265

SKILLS Leadership, time management, communication, both verbal and written, self-motivated to work
independently, organized

EXPERIENCE Intercollegiate Athletics Administrative Intern – Western Michigan University, August 2021– Present
 Leads the WMU Athletics Diversity Task Force; organizes university events, manages and creates
content for all social media
 Represents WMU and participates in monthly MAC Diversity & Inclusion Committee and
Subcommittee conference calls

 Provides administrative support in meeting the Division’s responsibilities as it relates to the MAC
Diversity & Inclusion Program.

 Networks and connects with fellow peers and athletics departments within the MAC conference

 Track institutional deadlines related to the MAC Diversity & Inclusion Program.

 Assist with preparations and implementation for the MAC Diversity & Inclusion Summit
 Provided direct support to the WMU Athletic Director, including assistance across all university
sports, game day preparation and on field traffic. Coordinated with media team and facilities for game
day activities and created content for sports team’s social media. Provided day-to-day oversight of
athletic facilities including walkthroughs and work orders

Varsity Gymnastics Team Manager – Western Michigan University, January 2021– Present
 Organizes competition logistics, including signup, meals, lodging and travel
 Procure and issues team apparel and individual athlete equipment
 Coach gymnasts during practice and competitions, ensure individual gymnast needs are met during
practices and meets.

Event Management Intern – Kalamazoo Experiential Living Center, August 2021– Present
 Self-directed role to create content and news posts through Constant Contact, Canva, and other media
 Solicitations in relation to sponsorships and seeking volunteers
 Set up and tear down different types of events

Entertainment and Marketing Intern – Kalamazoo Growlers, May 2021– August 2021
 Planned, organized, marketed, and then hosted a summertime baseball skills camp for children with
over 160+ attendees
 Assisted in stadium preparation and game day logistics, and provided a unique experience for
customers through on-field promotions and game entertainment

EDUCATION BS in Recreation Sport Management (double minor in Business and Event Management)
Western Michigan University, 2018-2022, GPA: 3.82/4.0
 Awarded a full ride athletic scholarship
 WCGA Scholastic All American; 2019, 2020, and 2021
 Western Michigan University Scholar-Athlete of the Year, 2020-2021
 Dean’s List, 2018-2021
 Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, 2019-2021

CAMPUS
INVOLVEMENT Student Athlete – Western Michigan University Varsity Gymnastics, August 2018 – December 2020
 Understand that doing work outside of work hours is where one finds advantage
 Endured both success & defeat, proven ability to handle adversity
 Sacrificed personal accolades for team success
 Perfected time management skills while balancing school, gym, social life, family and more

Western Michigan University Diversity Task Force Member August 2020 – Present
 Organized a walk for all athletes and staff focused on Black Lives Matter, police concerns, and to
encouraging student voting and civic participation
 Gained better understanding about topics regarding diversity and helped to educate other students
 Actively participated in monthly meetings and activities in order to facilitate change in the university
and local community related to topics such as equality, voting, LGBTQ, BLM, and police concerns