Fatuma Hilowle
Summary
Experienced communication specialist with a passion for crafting compelling messages that resonate with diverse audiences. Skilled in developing and executing strategic communication plans to drive engagement and achieve organizational goals. Strong background in marketing, combined with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Passionate about working with people to support the development of all abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
College Success Coach
College Possible
09.2023 - Current
- Provided personalized coaching and guidance to 171 low-income students to ensure their success in college
- Developed and implemented individualized action plans to support students' academic, personal, and career goals
- Conducted regular check-ins and workshops to address challenges, provide resources, and foster a supportive community
- Collaborated with students, families, and college staff to navigate the college experience and overcome barriers
- Monitored students' progress, tracked data, and evaluated program effectiveness
- Celebrated students' achievements and helped them build the skills and confidence needed for future success.
Outreach Coordinator
MENTOR Nebraska
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Led outreach efforts to promote the mission and programs of MENTOR Nebraska
- Helped develop and implement strategic plans to reach out to community organizations for support and participation
- Created compelling content for various communication channels, including social media, newsletters, and website
- Successfully promoted events and programs leading to higher levels of community involvement.
College Mentor
Thompson Learning Community
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Mentored over 40 freshmen and sophomore students who were Susan T. Buffett Scholarship recipients
- Assisted students with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and educated them on creating LinkedIn accounts and utilizing it for professional development
- Counseled students individually, assisted them in overcoming obstacles of their first year in college, adjusting to life, and making proper choices to stay focused
- Developed weekly reports on each student and their progress, and of weekly activities and referred students to community resources or to specialists as necessary.
College Mentor
UNO Exploratory Studies
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Mentored 36 college students with undecided majors to ensure they found a major they love and received the academic support they needed to complete their degree
- Guided students in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problems
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to their education and personal files
- Referred students to community resources or to specialists as necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication And Media Studies
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE05.2023
Skills
- Personal Development Sessions
- Relationship Development
- Critical Thinking
- Career Advising
- Data Collection
- Group Facilitation
- Goal Setting
- Peer Counseling
- Attention to Detail
- Conflict Management
- Administration Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Languages
Mai-mai
Native or Bilingual
Somali
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
College Success Coach
College Possible
09.2023 - Current
Outreach Coordinator
MENTOR Nebraska
10.2022 - 07.2023
College Mentor
UNO Exploratory Studies
06.2020 - 05.2021
College Mentor
Thompson Learning Community
08.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Communication And Media Studies
University of Nebraska At Omaha
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