Jalen Riven
Toledo,OH
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in excelling in team collaboration and organizational leadership. Spearheaded strategic initiatives that enhanced student engagement, along with athletic & academic programs. Recognized for effective communication and business management, driving changes that significantly improved overall student experiences.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
S.A.A.C VP (Student Athlete Advisory Committee)
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance academic programs and student engagement.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop innovative curricula aligned with institutional goals.
- Managed budget allocation for departmental resources, ensuring fiscal responsibility and compliance.
- Oversaw recruitment and retention strategies to attract diverse student populations.
- Fostered partnerships with community organizations to expand outreach and collaboration opportunities.
- Advocated for policy changes that improved institutional effectiveness and enhanced student experiences.
Division 1 Men’s Football Team Captain
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
08.2024 - 11.2025
- Set clear expectations for each member''s roles and responsibilities, leading to improved accountability across the board.
- Challenged teammates to get better and work harder by constructively confronting negativity, pessimism and laziness.
- Achieved record number of wins in season, by implementing rigorous training schedules and strategic game planning.
- Led by example, maintaining high personal performance standards and inspiring team members to excel.
- Trained extensively 42 hours per week for upcoming competitions to perform at top-level.
- Liaised with head coach to discuss collective insights on chemistry, focus and mindset and worked together to co-lead team.
NCAA Student Athlete Representative
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Cultivated strong relationships with fellow students, faculty members, coaches, administrators, alumni, and community stakeholders.
- Gained valuable experience in goal-setting processes by working closely with coaches to develop customized improvement plans based on individual strengthsweaknesses.
- Collaborated with teammates to create a supportive atmosphere that encouraged growth, camaraderie, and sportsmanship.
- Developed time management skills by balancing academic responsibilities with rigorous athletic commitments.
- Increased awareness of personal strengths/weaknesses by regularly reviewing game footage and statistics as part of individual performance assessments.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills as an ambassador for the athletics program at various school functions or recruitment events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL05.2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship building
- Effective communicator & Public speaker
- Strategic Thinking
- Business development
Accomplishments
Khalen Saunders Defensive Lineman of the Year 2024, 2025.
4x400 State Champion
Emcee at School events & Pep rallies
Honors Glee Club
Afro-American club President
Magna cum laude
Kairos Rector
Languages
ASL
Professional Working
Timeline
S.A.A.C VP (Student Athlete Advisory Committee)
Western Illinois University
09.2024 - 12.2025
NCAA Student Athlete Representative
Western Illinois University
09.2024 - 05.2025
Division 1 Men’s Football Team Captain
Western Illinois University
08.2024 - 11.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Western Illinois University