Welcome!
Thank you for visiting my blog! A resume and cover letter are surely not enough to show you how passionate I am about learning and experiencing new things. Throughout this blog you will find many examples of my presentations and writing samples from the Communication Studies Department at The College of New Jersey. I have also provided some poetry and CD reviews I have written to give you a better idea of what I’m all about. As I continue my research and education, make sure to check back for any updates. Most importantly, enjoy exploring!
Letter of Intent
Dear Viewer,
I have created this blog in order to give you a more in depth look into my skills and abilities. This virtual portfolio's intention is to help me stand out while looking for internships and work experience.
Growing up with a Nurse for a Mother, I have acquired a great interest in the healthcare field and Pubic Health. Throughout the years, I have volunteered at hospitals, nursing homes and animal shelters to obtain an understanding of this interesting field. After I graduate I plan on going to graduate school for public health and health communications. I intend to use all my skills to help others in a Public Health career. My dream is to someday work in third world countries, raising awareness about relevant health related issues. I firmly believe I must be the change I wish to see in the world.
I have created this blog in order to give you a more in depth look into my skills and abilities. This virtual portfolio's intention is to help me stand out while looking for internships and work experience.
Growing up with a Nurse for a Mother, I have acquired a great interest in the healthcare field and Pubic Health. Throughout the years, I have volunteered at hospitals, nursing homes and animal shelters to obtain an understanding of this interesting field. After I graduate I plan on going to graduate school for public health and health communications. I intend to use all my skills to help others in a Public Health career. My dream is to someday work in third world countries, raising awareness about relevant health related issues. I firmly believe I must be the change I wish to see in the world.
Education
My work and classes in the Communication Studies department has taught me a significant amount about campaigning, public speaking and working well with others. I am on the Dean's List in the department with a cumulative GPA of 3.8.
The Health Communication campaigns I have created utilize my public relations, social marketing and communication skills. During many of these projects, I have worked successfully in group settings. I get along with people very well and enjoy collectively brainstorming.
The Health Communication campaigns I have created utilize my public relations, social marketing and communication skills. During many of these projects, I have worked successfully in group settings. I get along with people very well and enjoy collectively brainstorming.
Biography- My Other Interests
In general, I pride myself on my willingness to try new things and meet new people. I love working outdoors and being active, especially playing soccer, swimming or running. For the past five years, I have been working as a lifeguard and swim lesson instructor during the summers. I also love to travel and hope to study abroad in Rome next year.
At the end of the day, my greatest passion is volunteering. I have been a Girl Scout my entire life and utilized my leadership skills when I volunteered at my local chapter with younger scouts. I developed many campaigns for younger girls about self-image and self-esteem. Currently, I am the head of the Public Relations and Philanthropy committees within my sorority, Phi Sigma Sigma at TCNJ and work hard to raise awareness and plan events for the National Kidney Foundation. Most importantly, this winter break I am traveling to New Orleans to rebuild houses that were damaged after Hurricane Katrina. I am very exited to participate in such a hands on and effective community service act. Overall, I am a very focused and driven individual and will readily jump at the opportunity to help my community.
At the end of the day, my greatest passion is volunteering. I have been a Girl Scout my entire life and utilized my leadership skills when I volunteered at my local chapter with younger scouts. I developed many campaigns for younger girls about self-image and self-esteem. Currently, I am the head of the Public Relations and Philanthropy committees within my sorority, Phi Sigma Sigma at TCNJ and work hard to raise awareness and plan events for the National Kidney Foundation. Most importantly, this winter break I am traveling to New Orleans to rebuild houses that were damaged after Hurricane Katrina. I am very exited to participate in such a hands on and effective community service act. Overall, I am a very focused and driven individual and will readily jump at the opportunity to help my community.
Resume and Cover Letter
Please follow the links below to view my resume and cover letter. As I finish my sophomore year at TCNJ and continue my education, my resume will never stop growing. I take pride in my many accomplishments. I love new challenges and I know my education and experiences would make me a valuable addition to any potential employer's company.
Resume // Cover Letter
Resume // Cover Letter
Written Works
Advertisement Paper
I wrote this paper in my Pop Culture, Power & Identity class. It is a research paper regarding product placement in the movies.
Howards End Literature Review
This is a paper about the novel Howards End by E.M. Forster that I wrote for my Early Modern European History class. In this paper, I used my critical thinking skills and determined how the cultural tensions occurring in the world during WWI applied to the novel.
The Boston Photographs
I wrote this paper for my Intro to Media Communication class about sensationalism in the newspaper business. Throughout the paper I explore the meaning of news value and credibility in regard to The Boston Photographs taken by Stanley Forman.
I wrote this paper in my Pop Culture, Power & Identity class. It is a research paper regarding product placement in the movies.
Howards End Literature Review
This is a paper about the novel Howards End by E.M. Forster that I wrote for my Early Modern European History class. In this paper, I used my critical thinking skills and determined how the cultural tensions occurring in the world during WWI applied to the novel.
The Boston Photographs
I wrote this paper for my Intro to Media Communication class about sensationalism in the newspaper business. Throughout the paper I explore the meaning of news value and credibility in regard to The Boston Photographs taken by Stanley Forman.
Presentation
Cultural Studies- Paper
This is a presentation I did for my Into to Communication class. It reviews the theory Cultural Studies about the implications of the media in the US. The presentation also includes an example of this theory in practice.
Research
Second Life- Paper
This is a presentation I did for my New Media and Health Communication class. My group and I spent the semester researching the advantages of Second Life for those who are physically disabled. This included developing a survey that we distributed on-line.
This is a presentation I did for my Health Communication Campaigns: A Social Marketing Approach class. It was another semester-long project where my group members and I created a health campaign about the dangers of Anorexia Nervosa. The project included creating flyers, brochures, and a blog for our cause. We also created and analyzed surveys.
Poetry
Where I'm From
In my free time, I enjoy writing poetry. I have never studied poetry or taken any classes regarding the art form. It is strictly one of my favorite hobbies that allows me to express my creative side. The following poem was an assignment in my Pop Culture, Power & Identity class. The assignment entailed writing about my childhood memories and how they were effected by the media.
In my free time, I enjoy writing poetry. I have never studied poetry or taken any classes regarding the art form. It is strictly one of my favorite hobbies that allows me to express my creative side. The following poem was an assignment in my Pop Culture, Power & Identity class. The assignment entailed writing about my childhood memories and how they were effected by the media.
Music Reviews
WTSR Music Review
I have written music reviews for TCNJ's campus radio station, WTSR. One of my other passions is music, I also trained to be a DJ at WTSR. I love discovering and reviewing new and unique artists.
I have written music reviews for TCNJ's campus radio station, WTSR. One of my other passions is music, I also trained to be a DJ at WTSR. I love discovering and reviewing new and unique artists.
Thank You!
I hope you enjoyed visiting my blog! As you can see, I am a very creative and hard working individual with many different interests and hobbies. Overall, I can not wait to work in the Public Health field and help others with my skills and knowledge. As I mentioned before, I am a sophomore at TCNJ, so check back for any updates as I continue my education.
Thank you for visiting!
If you would like to contact me please feel free to e-mail me at ward35@tcnj.edu
Now you know The Key to Katie!
- Kathleen Ward
Thank you for visiting!
If you would like to contact me please feel free to e-mail me at ward35@tcnj.edu
Now you know The Key to Katie!
- Kathleen Ward
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