Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Volunteering in the community
References
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Cassidy Whalen

Oak Ridge,TN

Summary

Driven Communications Director at TORCH with a proven track record in enhancing online presence and hosting successful vendor events. Leveraged active learning and communication skills to support Roane State Community College students, fostering growth and self-awareness. Specializes in time management and assertive collaboration, achieving significant project milestones.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Peer Mentor

Roane State Community College
03.2024 - Current
  • Offered emotional support during challenging times of transition or personal struggles experienced by mentees.
  • Supported new student orientation
  • Assisted students in identifying their strengths and weaknesses, helping them develop personalized learning plans.

Communications Director

TORCH
10.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw website copy and social media platforms.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive messaging for product launches and announcements.
  • Hosted vendor events

Education

High School Diploma -

Oak Ridge High School
Oak Ridge, TN

Associate of Science - General Studies

Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN
12.2024

Skills

  • Active Learning
  • Self-awareness
  • Study strategies
  • Assertiveness
  • Growth
  • Communication

Accomplishments

Graduated Oak Ridge High School with honors

Affiliations

  • First United Methodist Church

Volunteering in the community

I volunteer on a regular basis at First United Methodist Church and am even on their committee for Community Meals. Community meals is conducted every Wednesday where a team of volunteers prepare 180 meals.

References

Sheila Michel 

Founder of TORCH

865-310-0130

sheila@oakridgetorch.org


Andy O'Quinn

Executive Director at TORCH

706-254-7432

andy.oquinn@oakridge.org


David Rath 

Social Science, Business Professor at Roane State Community College 

(865) 354-3000 ext. 4333

rathd@roanestate.edu


Jim Hack

Chair of the Community Meal Committee

jhack.commerce@gmail.com



Timeline

Student Peer Mentor

Roane State Community College
03.2024 - Current

Communications Director

TORCH
10.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Oak Ridge High School

Associate of Science - General Studies

Roane State Community College
Cassidy Whalen