My Experiences

Educational Experiences

I have been blessed to be able to attend The College of New Jersey; a wonderful college from where I am soon graduating with my bachelor's degree in Communications, minoring in Professional Writing. In high school I knew I was going to be the first person in my family to go to college, but I did not know it would be an experience like this one! During these years I've met some of my closest friends, lost my father and a close friend, yet have still been able to stay focused and be successful. Some classes I have taken include:

Public Speaking in Business and Government
Organization & Leadership
Small Group Communication
Interpersonal Communication
Intercultural Communication

I have also taken general classes in film, art, religion, Spanish, psychology, literature, creative writing and more. College surely has been a rewarding journey that I will always remember.

Before I attended The College of New Jersey, I graduated in the top 5% of my graduating class at Plainfield High School. During high school, I participated in many programs including:

National Honors Society
Future Business Leaders of America (Treasurer)
The College Preparatory Program
Help Save Lives (Vice President)

High school was also very rewarding because I was able to learn a lot of lessons that have shaped me into the person that I am today. I have many role models from high school, including J.T. Gabriel and Jamaal Johnson. These people helped me see the person I am and that I was good enough to be successful in college.


Work Experiences

Both fortunately and unfortunately, I have had to work since I was a freshman in high school. The fortunate part of it is that I've gained a lot of experience in the workforce, and have held different positions that all add up and create the strong work ethic I have now. Currently, I am employed as a full time Assistant Manager at Forever 21, Inc. at the Bridgewater Commons Mall. There I have been able to strengthen my management skills as well as balance a full time school schedule.

I received my first "management" type position at Rita's Water Ice, Inc. in Scotch Plains, NJ when I was a Senior in high school. I was made one of a few key holders, where I closed the store with another employee. It wasn't exactly management, but at my young age I took it as a sign that I was seen as responsible and of good character.

The first job I had, which changed my life, was when I was 14 at the Boys and Girl's Clubs of Union County: Plainfield Clubhouse, where I started as a part of the Front Desk staff. Since then, I've held that position, camp and after school counselor, and finally Teen Coordinator. It was this organization that changed my life the most. I met one of my closest friends, as well as a very good friend/mentor who helped shape me into the person I am today. I owe a lot of my character and accomplishments to Paul Casey, who is still with the organization.

I had other little jobs in between that also helped my experience become as strong as it is, including The Park Express Laundromat, A&P Food Store, Precious Steps Daycare and Express clothing store.

Please take a look at my resume for a more brief description of my experiences and contact information.