Experience

Professional experience

ALSAC / St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital — Event Planner & Business Development Intern

May 2025 – Aug 2025 | Remote & Chicago, IL

  • Supported planning and execution of large-scale fundraising events including the St. Jude Legacy Gala, Dream Gala, and Dream Home Showplaces.

  • Assisted with content development and social media marketing for campaign promotions.

  • Contributed to recruitment and marketing strategies for the St. Jude Walk.

Saint Ignatius College Prep — Summer Programs Intern & Communications Instructor

May 2024 – Aug 2024 | Chicago, IL

  • Managed over 2,000 registrations for school-wide summer programs and athletic camps.

  • Designed and taught a junior-high course on Current Events & Communications, focusing on journalistic writing and media literacy.

Indiana University, Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences

Media Intern
Aug 2023 – Dec 2023 | Bloomington, IN

  • Produced social and digital content for departmental platforms.

  • Coordinated interviews, shoots, and student features highlighting IU academic programs.

Education

Indiana University — The Media School

B.A. in Media Advertising (Creative Track)
Minor: Nonprofit Management
Expected May 2026 | Bloomington, IN

  • Dean’s Scholar Scholarship Recipient

  • Liberal Arts and Management Honors

  • 2024 IU Student Leader of the Year Nominee

Activities: Student Ambassador, Sigma Pi Fraternity, Union Board Spirits & Traditions, IU Cabinet of Student Leaders

Leadership

Indiana University Dance Marathon (IUDM)

President / Executive Director
Nov 2024 – Present

  • Direct organizational strategy, recruitment, fundraising, communications, brand identity, partnerships, and yearlong programming.

  • Lead the 23-member Executive Council and oversee the IUDM LLC Board.

  • Increased membership by 200+ members (total: 2,765) and helped raise an additional $77,000, contributing to a total of $3.13M for Riley Hospital for Children.

Director of Stewardship
Nov 2023 – Nov 2024

  • Planned and executed major events including Ryan & Ashley Week, Mental Health Week, and DEIA workshops.

  • Led stewardship efforts for 2,500+ participants through communications, social media, incentives, and recognition.