Kedron M.

Taylor
1064 Fraternity Circle

Email: ktaylo57@kent.edu

Kent, OH 44240

Phone: 330-406-6616

Education
Masters in Higher Education and Student Personnel

Expected Graduation: May 2016

Kent State University, Kent, OH

Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies
Ohio University, Athens, OH

Graduated May 2013

Related Area: Public Relations

Work Experience
Graduate Assistant

College of EHHS, Deans Office

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.

Graduate Intern

Office of Admissions, Notre Dame College

January 2015- August 2015

Researched Orientation and Welcome Weekend best practices at comparable institutions for upcoming

reform in first year initiatives.

Recruited students for Orientation Leader and Welcome Weekend Leader positions, and participated in
the interview process of those students to screen for qualified candidates based on experience, campus

involvement, and enthusiasm.

Arranged Academic Advising sessions with current faculty at the colleges First Year Orientations in
order for all first year students to be scheduled for fall semester by the end of their orientation.

Mentor

Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Executive Board

January 2015- Present

Mentored the Vice President of Programming board member on a regular basis by providing feedback

and suggestions on planning fraternity events.

Reported on the progress of programming and student development of the Vice President of

Programming to the Coordinator of the Executive Board.

Organized a Mentor Gathering along with the Coordinator of the Executive Board in order for mentors
and mentees within the program to meet and get to know one another prior to the beginning of the
academic year.

Building Manager

Ohio University Residential Housing

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.

Merchandise Intern

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.

Coordinator/Resident Manager

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.

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.

Involvement
KSU Homecoming Steering Committee
Green Dot Bystander Program

July 2014-Present
November 2014-Present