Bradley Jenkins
Buffalo Grove,IL
Summary
Offering strong foundation in advising principles and genuine passion for student development, ready to learn and grow in collaborative environment. Brings analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities, ensuring effective and resourceful support. Ready to use and develop communication and organizational skills in higher education administration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Advisor
Tau Sigma National Honor Society – Epsilon Upsilon
10.2025 - Current
- As co-advisor I support the organization’s mission and ensuring smooth operation
- Work alongside the primary advisor, guiding the chapter’s student leaders, offering mentorship
- Provide advice on event planning, leadership development and organizational management
Graduate Advisor
Western Illinois University, Transfer Student Organization
09.2025 - Current
- Advised students on academic policies and degree requirements to facilitate successful transfers.
- Developed and implemented workshops to enhance student engagement and retention strategies.
- Evaluated effectiveness of advising strategies, driving continuous improvement in support services offered to students.
Graduate Assistant
Western Illinois University, New Student & Family Programs
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated orientation programs for new students and families to enhance transition experience.
- Developed informational materials to support student engagement and retention initiatives.
- Mentored undergraduate students, fostering leadership skills and promoting academic success.
Student Content Creator
Illinois State University Division of Student Affairs
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging digital content for social media platforms to enhance student engagement.
- Collaborated with departments to align messaging with university branding and strategic goals.
- Conducted research on current trends to inform content strategies and improve outreach effectiveness.
Community Development Coordinator
Order of Omega
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Coordinated logistics for campus events, ensuring seamless execution and participant satisfaction.
- Analyzed feedback from program participants, implementing improvements to enhance service delivery.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to align programming with institutional goals and student needs.
Student Leader Council
Illinois State University
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Led initiatives to enhance student engagement and community involvement across campus organizations.
- Collaborated with university administration to develop policies promoting inclusivity and diversity among student organizations.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to assess program effectiveness and improve future events and activities.
Vice President
National Pan-Hellenic Council
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Support the president in the performance of their duties
- Presides in the absence or incapacitation of the President
- Overlooks the works of all committees of the NPHC
- Oversee, share, and maintain the calendar of events
- Coordinate programming with other members within the executive board
Communications/Social Media Chair
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
04.2023 - 05.2025
- Developed and executed comprehensive social media strategies to enhance fraternity visibility.
- Managed social media accounts for optimal growth with regular updates and prompt responses to inquiries.
- Monitored social media analytics to continually assess performance and guide future strategy adjustments.
Operations Management/Logistics Internship
Jewels Osco
05.2024 - 08.2024
- 10-week full-time summer program
- Hands-on exposure in the grocery retail environment, giving a better understanding of the corporation's business and a real-world learning experience
- An effective presentation skills training program, giving a final project/presentation
- Reviewing and gaining knowledge on operations at the Distribution Center
Youth Development Specialist
YMCA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Work with elementary students from ages 5-11
- Effectively supervise other staff and volunteers
- Keep up with the children's attendance and make sure they’re fed
- Give the kids your undivided attention and keep them active safely until a parental guardian signs them out
Education
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Marketing Communications
Illinois State
Normal, IL05-2025
Master of Science - College Student Personnel
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL05-2027
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Planning and execution
- Student retention
Affiliations
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
- National Association for Student Affairs (NASPA)
- Association of College and University Housing Officers-International (ACUHO-I)
- Order of Omega
- Western's All Volunteer Effort
Timeline
Co-Advisor
Tau Sigma National Honor Society – Epsilon Upsilon
10.2025 - Current
Graduate Advisor
Western Illinois University, Transfer Student Organization
09.2025 - Current
Graduate Assistant
Western Illinois University, New Student & Family Programs
08.2025 - Current
Student Content Creator
Illinois State University Division of Student Affairs
01.2025 - 05.2025
Community Development Coordinator
Order of Omega
09.2024 - 05.2025
Student Leader Council
Illinois State University
09.2024 - 05.2025
Operations Management/Logistics Internship
Jewels Osco
05.2024 - 08.2024
Vice President
National Pan-Hellenic Council
11.2023 - 05.2025
Youth Development Specialist
YMCA
08.2023 - 05.2024
Communications/Social Media Chair
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
04.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Marketing Communications
Illinois State
Master of Science - College Student Personnel
Western Illinois University