Kate Peters
Austin,TX
Summary
Conscientious leader with a passion for connecting people and driving positive change. Valuable experience in engaging diverse audiences and managing high-impact events as a Moody College Dean's Ambassador and Orientation Advisor. Proven ability to drive community engagement and foster positive relationships through strategic communication skills and personalized support. Skilled in planning and executing events, coordinating teams, and enhancing organizational visibility through social media and targeted outreach.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Moody College Dean’s Ambassador
The University of Texas at Austin
08.2024 - Current
- Represents Moody College throughout the community, engages with prospective students and provides college leadership with feedback and input for programs, marketing, and communication efforts
- Assists in building online community through consistent social media engagement
COM301E Student Mentor
The University of Texas at Austin
08.2024 - Current
- Lead the required discussion session of this course
- Facilitate student requirements and work with the professor and teaching assistant to ensure all students are on track for a successful completion of the course
- Guides and supports incoming freshmen through their transition to college life by providing personalized academic and social guidance
- I facilitate weekly group discussions and workshops to help foster a supportive community within the group and plan events for students to feel more connected to campus
Orientation Advisor
The University of Texas at Austin
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Partnered with my peers to plan and run new student orientation
- Facilitated groups of 30 students weekly during small groups to support their transition to UT Austin
- Advised hundreds of incoming students on registration, available resources, degree plans, and course recommendations for various majors
- Organized a traditions program event that helped students learn about campus life, history, and traditions
- Outreached for the traditions program to promote student engagement and increase event participation
Published Journalist
Jackson County Herald-Tribune
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Reported on local high school football games for the local printed newspaper
Internship
Gastro Health & Nutrition
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Triaged patients, assisted with answering phones, scheduled patients, and shadowed the Physician Assistant and other providers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication and Leadership
The University of Texas At Austin
Skills
- Customer Engagement
- Team Management
- Brand Awareness
- Social Media Management
- Event Coordination
- Problem-Solving
- Public Speaking
- Time Management
Leadership Experience and Activities
- Moody Honors Program Service Chair - Coordinates events for students to give back to the University and Austin communities. Encourages student involvement in volunteer activities. Researches local service events and collaborates with council members.
- Texas Alpha Delta Pi Membership Selection Session Committee - Elected to represent sophomore class during recruitment rounds. Worked to uphold chapter values.
- Texas Alpha Delta Pi Recruitment Leadership Team - Coordinated musical needs for recruitment events. Engaged with potential new members. Helped create promotional content.
- Philanthropy Volunteer, Ronald McDonald House, Austin, TX - Volunteered at multiple philanthropy events and the on-site RMHC facility.
Accomplishments
- University Honors Recognition (2 semesters)
- University Dean’s List
- UIL News Writing State Champion 2022
Timeline
Moody College Dean’s Ambassador
The University of Texas at Austin
08.2024 - Current
COM301E Student Mentor
The University of Texas at Austin
08.2024 - Current
Orientation Advisor
The University of Texas at Austin
01.2024 - 08.2024
Published Journalist
Jackson County Herald-Tribune
08.2022 - 05.2023
Internship
Gastro Health & Nutrition
06.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Communication and Leadership
The University of Texas At Austin
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