Education

I earned a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communication and Leadership Studies from Indiana Wesleyan University, after completing this dual-degree program with highest honors in 3.5 years. In addition to my liberal arts studies and major core coursework, I pursued electives that strengthened my commitment to social responsibility and expanded my knowledge of communication, business, and organizations.

Notable Coursework

Strategic Communication: Core Courses

• Introduction to Human Communication      
• Public Relations Practicum (x2)
• Journalism Practicum (with The Sojourn)
• Media and Society
• Communication Theory
• Principles of Public Relations
• Research Methods in Communication
• Organizational Communication
• Symbols and Imaging
• Persuasion
• Senior Seminar I & II (Senior Project)

Organizational Communication Concentration

• Foundations of Leadership
• Intercultural Communication 
• Business Management
• Conflict Communication

Honors Coursework

• Small class sizes allowed me to learn in a discussion-based, round-table format, which developed my confidence and abilities in working as part of small groups and teams.
• Philosophy
• World Literature 
• History of Western Civilization
• Faith, Arts, and Humanities 

Leadership Studies: Core Courses

• Leadership and Followership   
• Leadership and Teams
• Leadership and Change (Transformational Leadership)
• Leadership and Authenticity (The Leader and the Self)
• Leadership and Conflict
• Leadership Project (Leading for Community Improvement)
• Leadership Capstone Seminar
• Communication Cognate

Applicable Electives

• Non-Profit Management
• Public Relations Writing and Publicity 
• Communication Graphics
• Foundations of Business
• Software Tools for Business Decision-Making
• Public Speaking
• Minority Group Relations
• Environment and Society
• American Government​