Communication/Global Studies graduate currently job searching
Laredo, Texas Area
- Past
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- Texas Travel Counselor at Texas Travel Information Center
- Sales Associate at Tesoros Trading Company
- Fundraising and Development Intern at Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation
- Editorial Intern at The Onion
- Salon Coordinator at Wet Salon & Hair Studio
- Cashier at Central Market
- Keyholder and Sales Associate at General Nutrition Center
- Education
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- Florence University of the Arts
- St. Edward's University
- Connections
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- Industry
- Public Relations and Communications
- Websites
Kassandra Navarro’s Summary
I am a graduate of St. Edward’s University in Austin, TX with a B.A. in Communication and a B.A. in Global Studies.
During my undergraduate career, I held various positions in retail and hospitality as well as internships with the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation and The Onion. These experiences have shaped me into a well-rounded individual with a broad sphere of skills and interests.
My career goals are simply to strive for a career and livelihood where can I help and affect the lives of others in a positive way.
Kassandra Navarro’s Specialties:
strong written, verbal, interpersonal communication skills, knowledge of global issues and government policy, public affairs, new media, public relations, journalism
Kassandra Navarro’s Experience
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Texas Travel Counselor
Texas Travel Information Center
(Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry)
February 2009 — April 2009 (3 months)
Provided statewide travel information to the general public, promoted travel to and within the State, answered emergency road condition phone calls, prepared routes for travelers and routes for trucks, and performed various administrative duties.
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Sales Associate
Tesoros Trading Company
(Retail industry)
September 2008 — December 2008 (4 months)
Used knowledge of import products to assist customers, checked and greeted customers, and organized and created product displays.
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Fundraising and Development Intern
Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation
(Individual & Family Services industry)
October 2007 — April 2008 (7 months)
Developed and then assisted with the organization’s newsletter, maintained a calendar of grant deadlines, conducted research on current and prospective donors, and wrote and prepared cover
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Editorial Intern
The Onion
(Privately Held; Newspapers industry)
April 2007 — June 2007 (3 months)
Compiled extensive weekly show listings and conducted research for articles, shows, and venues.
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Salon Coordinator
Wet Salon & Hair Studio
(Health, Wellness and Fitness industry)
May 2006 — February 2007 (10 months)
Booked appointments for over 12 stylists, handled salon deposits, product sales, and product inventory.
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Cashier
Central Market
(Food & Beverages industry)
December 2005 — November 2006 (1 year )
Provided excellent customer service, collected payment for customer purchases, bagged groceries, monitored and managed potential front-end shrink, and kept an accurate till.
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Keyholder and Sales Associate
General Nutrition Center
(Health, Wellness and Fitness industry)
December 2003 — August 2005 (1 year 9 months)
Used knowledge of nutritional supplements to assist customers, managed and ordered inventory, kept an accurate till, and conducted end of day register duties.
Kassandra Navarro’s Education
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Florence University of the Arts
International Affairs, History 2007 — 2008
Study Abroad
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St. Edward's University
BA , Communication, Global Studies , 2005 — 2008
Related coursework: Political Communication, Media Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Organizational Communication, Public Relations, Internet & Social Media for Public Relations, Journalism I and II, Presentational Speaking, Emerging Technologies, Rhetoric and Religion, Rhetorical Criticism, American Foreign Policy, Comparative Politics, International Relations, International Terrorism, Strategic Intelligence, Politics & Government of the European Union
- Activities and Societies:
- Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)
Additional Information
Kassandra Navarro’s Websites:
Kassandra Navarro’s Interests:
politics, social issues and policy, learning, languages, traveling, new media, public relations, journalism
Kassandra Navarro’s Groups:
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St. Edwards University Alumni -
#PRintern | #EntryPR
Kassandra Navarro’s Contact Settings
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