Mikayla Locke

mlocke1@bryant.edu
1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield RI 02917
Education
Bryant University, Smithfield, RI Spring 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Cumulative GPA: 3.86
Minor: Business Administration, Psychology
Deans List Recognition-Fall 2014, Spring & Fall 2015, Presidents List Recognition-Spring & Fall 2016
Nominated and accepted into Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society and Order of
Omega Greek Leadership Honor Society

Leadership/Volunteer

St. Jude Up til Dawn Executive Director Present

Responsible for overall management of philanthropic campus-wide event
Serve as the liaison between the executive board and ALSAC, the community and campus
Ensure communication between and accountability for the executive board
Omicron Delta Kappa Vice President of Service and Campus Outreach Present
Main organizer for service and community building campus events
Recognized for superior academic and leadership experiences
IDEA Program Mentor, Bryant University Spring 2017
Facilitated, guided, and advised Bryant University Freshmen during a three-day innovative experience
Adopted the design thinking process to aid students in devising creative solutions for organizational
challenges
St. Jude Up til Dawn Fundraising Director, Bryant University Spring 2015-Spring 2017
Organized and executed fundraising outreach initiatives, resulting in donations totaling over $100,000
for two annual events. Efforts included outreach targeted at:
o Alumni and local businesses to generate sponsorships and donations
o Students, including hosting fundraising events for registered teams and providing guidance for their
fundraising endeavors
Linked Through Leadership Change Experience, Bryant University Summer 2015/16
Enhanced individual, group and community leadership abilities while focusing on social justice through
week-long community service projects
St. Jude Collegiate Leadership Seminar, Memphis, TN Summer 2016
Collaborated with students from across the country to develop our knowledge of St. Jude Childrens
Research Hospital
Experience
Finlay Extracts and Ingredients USA, Inc., Cranston, RI Summer 2017
Marketing Intern
Supported the marketing department with projects and market research
Engaged in on-site market research and reporting at retail and foodservice locations
Completed special projects in areas such as market research, social media, sustainability and research &
development
Bryant University, Smithfield, RI Spring 2016-Present
Human Resources Office Assistant
Assist in the daily operations of the office
Create publications using Microsoft Office for various programs and services benefitting faculty and staff
Responsible for managing and executing various projects in areas such as payroll, new hire processing,
training and development, and personnel file recordkeeping
Assist in planning and implementing several monthly learning and development and wellness events
SynQor, Inc., Boxboro, MA Summer 2011-Summer 2016
Administrative Clerk
Performed administrative tasks for Human Resources, Legal and Finance departments
Assisted in daily operations of the Human Resources office