I'm a featured job seeker today! For those who subscribe, you'll find me in the June 23 edition of The MichComms Report. I'm quickly approaching the midpoint in my current internship and am beginning to explore career opportunities for the future. I have experience with traditional PR, digital and social (including photography, design and basic … Continue reading WANTED: Recent PR Grad
Iditarod Dreams: Colorado Part 2
You might have read my previous post, Becoming an Olympian, about checking off bucket list items and learning to ski. The other half of my trip consisted of hiking, enjoying fine foods and checking off another bucket list item - dogsledding! As a child I had attended an event at a library about the Iditarod and … Continue reading Iditarod Dreams: Colorado Part 2
A Weekend in the Windy City
This past weekend I traveled to Chicago with a group of friends to do some sightseeing and volunteering. A friend is currently working as an intern with the Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children's and arranged a volunteer service project for us. The first half of our weekend consisted of typical sightseeing. We visited the … Continue reading A Weekend in the Windy City
Becoming an Olympian: Colorado Part 1
A recent trip to Colorado had me channeling my inner Lindsay Vonn in order to check one thing off of my bucket list: learning to ski. You've probably realized by now that the title of this post is deceiving. Clearly I'm not an olympian – and I certainly have no plans to become one – but … Continue reading Becoming an Olympian: Colorado Part 1
PB & Banana Muffins
These muffins were inspired by a recipe that a friend sent to me. I made a few modifications to it, and voilà! A new recipe was born. They are flourless, low in sugar and can be made in a matter of minutes. The recipe can be easily altered to your taste. Try subbing the chocolate chips and … Continue reading PB & Banana Muffins
Guilt-free snacking
Want to save animals and help the planet, but not ready to give up your favorite snacks? Unfortunately for many of our four-legged friends, a lot of packaged snacks have animal products – like lard – lurking in them. Fortunately for you, there are plenty of foods at your local grocery store that are 100 percent … Continue reading Guilt-free snacking
Building a Blog
It's 2017 and everyone seems to be blogging. There's no doubt in my mind that we are in an age of creative expression. From Snapchat filters to Facebook Live, technology has given individuals countless opportunities to convey their thoughts and emotions. This website was originally created for a class I took. I contemplated for quite some … Continue reading Building a Blog
Local program strives to empower girls, encourage healthy lifestyles
Assignment created for JRN 340: Digital Journalism course. Many individuals use running as a means of exercise. For Girls on the Run of Central Michigan, running is more than just exercise. It is a way to build friendships, gain confidence and live healthy lives. Girls on the Run of Central Michigan now serves girls within … Continue reading Local program strives to empower girls, encourage healthy lifestyles
Mt. Pleasant beauty school teams up with CMU students for charity
Assignment created for JRN 340: Digital Journalism course. https://vimeo.com/161867233 A group of CMU students worked with MJ Murphy Beauty College to host an event on April 5 called Be-YOU-tiful. The event provided cheap beauty services to CMU students and Mt. Pleasant residents, and all proceeds from the event were donated to Children With Hair Loss … Continue reading Mt. Pleasant beauty school teams up with CMU students for charity
Local coffee shop offers unique atmosphere to college musicians
Assignment created for JRN 340: Digital Journalism course. https://vimeo.com/159312731 Kaya Coffee House is a unique meeting spot for CMU students, faculty and Mount Pleasant residents alike. The coffee shop is characterized by its cozy yet eclectic decor and an extensive menu of meals and drinks. The comforting atmosphere Kaya creates attracts artists of all types. … Continue reading Local coffee shop offers unique atmosphere to college musicians
