Kedron M.

Taylor
1682 Ash Court Apt #183
Kent, OH 44240

Email: ktaylo57@kent.edu
Phone: 330-406-6616

Education
Masters in Higher Education and Student Personnel
Kent State University, Kent, OH
Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies
Scripps School of Communication
Ohio University, Athens, OH
GPA: 3.73

Expected Graduation: May 2016

Certificate: Career Advising
Graduated May 2013
Major: Communication Studies
Concentration: Organizational Communication
Related Area: Public Relations

Work Experience
Graduate Assistant

Ohio University Residential Housing

Ohio University Event Services

June- August 2011/2012

Interacted with numerous international conference guests while working office hours and checking guests in at
conference residential locations.
Aided incoming freshmen visiting campus for Bobcat Student Orientation with any questions or concerns.
Acted as liaison between Resident Managers and the head of Event Services so as to minimize confusion and
keep the conference process running smoothly.

Merchandise Intern

May 2013- August 2013

Directed Summer Conference staff members through the building prep, check-in, office hours, and check-out
procedures of academic, athletic, and youth camps.
Scheduled staff for overnight and office hour responsibilities throughout the duration of the camps.
Strengthened guest relations with Ohio University by helping to provide guests with a positive experience at OUs
Athens campus.

Coordinator/Resident Manager

June 2014- Present

Responsible for planning and arranging the College of Education, Health, and Human Services annual Hall of
Fame Alumni Dinner including direct communication with award recipients as well as venue set up and dcor.
Organized the Deans Graduate and Undergraduate Advisory Councils which meets on a monthly basis, and acted
as liaison between council members and the Dean.
Facilitated the College of EHHSs entry in Kent States Homecoming parade including the float design as well as
acquiring volunteers from student organizations within the college which resulted in the college winning both
Best Float and Best Use of Theme in the Kent State University 2014 Homecoming Parade.

Building Manager

College of EHHS, Deans Office

Disney College Program

August 2012- January 2013

Implemented helpful customer service with various guests from around the world through effective problem
solving and positive guest relations.
Demonstrated an aptitude for Walt Disney World Co. opening tasks, banking procedure, and closing tasks.
Established positive relationships with fellow cast members, international program participants, and guests alike.
Completed a Corporate Communications course successfully during the length of the internship.

Service
Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity

November 2010- May 2013

Volunteered for various local organizations in Athens, Ohio to help the area and its residents.
Organized multiple fundraising events including Alpha Phi Omegas annual Ava Nichols Faculty Pageant and
Ohio Universitys annual Relay for Life.
Participated as Rush Committee Sub-Head and aided in decision-making for the Fraternitys Rush and
Membership Process.

Committee Involvement
KSU Homecoming Steering Committee

July 2014-Present