KELSEY A. WALDON

As a graduate of Elizabeth City State University with a Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, I have gained valuable skills and experience in the field of disaster preparedness and response. My experiences have allowed me to develop strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. I have a keen interest in utilizing technology and data to enhance disaster management and resilience in communities. My passion lies in pursuing a career in crisis management, where I can effectively apply my skills and knowledge to assist individuals and organizations in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies and disasters.

• Elizabeth City State University Chancellor’s List Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2022
• Elizabeth City State University Dean’s List Spring 2022 & Honor Roll List Fall 2019, Fall 2021
• National CERT Association Best CERT Innovation Award Fall 2022

• INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF EMERGENCY MANAGERS, President, Elizabeth City, NC, 11/2022, 05/2023, Serve as the primary chapter contact to the Region, the IAEM-USA, and the IAEM., Strengthened community involvement by developing and implementing new charitable plans., Distribute pertinent Region, IAEM-USA, and IAEM information to the chapter.
• DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY INCORPORATED, Member, Elizabeth City, NC, 04/2022, Present, Actively involved in community service activities including volunteering at the Boys and Girls Club, Food Bank of Albemarle, Laura’s Learning & Enrichment, ECSU’s Move-in Day, etc., Collaborated with organizations’ membership in planning and implementing various campus activities.
• NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN, Member, Elizabeth City, NC, 01/2022, 05/2023, Participated in monthly meetings to discuss campus and community involvement., Implemented collective ideas to sponsor campus and community events that promote educational and social change., Attended and participated in fundraisers to raise donations for the organization’s mission., Increased membership with diverse and proactive promotional strategies by participating in campus organization fairs., Improved public knowledge and perception of the group by utilizing social media and partnerships.
• BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB, Elizabeth City, NC, 03/2020, 04/2020, Gained knowledge and experience working with children in an educational setting., Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions., Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement.

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