Over the past two years I have worked at Phonathon- the calling center for University Advancement and Development. Working as a caller was a great opportunity to speak with parents and alumni to hear about different experiences people have had at CMU. It gave me a broader understanding of our university and helped me develop … Continue reading smile while you dial
At the beginning of my junior year, I became a fellow for Campus Election Engagement Project(CEEP)- a national nonpartisan organization that focuses on getting students out to vote. Ellen Wehrman, former assistant director for CMU's Leadership Institute and now CEEP State Director, contacted me about applying for the position. I wasn't familiar with CEEP, but … Continue reading finding purpose through fellowship
I have been called many different things over the years- Kaitlyn, Katie, Kate, Kiki, KP, KPrebs, but by far my favorite thing I've been called is Madam President. Serving as Student Body President this past year has been one of the greatest and most difficult experiences of my collegiate career. When Brett and I decided … Continue reading madam president
Just under a year ago, I decided I was going to go to law school. I have always had a feeling that I would some day go to law school, but didn't think it would be until after being in the workforce for some time. Then, a global pandemic happened. The economic opportunities weren't looking … Continue reading personal statement development
Last semester, I had the opportunity to take 499L-Contemporary Issues in Leadership and I don't think this class could have come at a better time. Our professor, Jamie Brown, used our class to really dive into current events and how leaders played a role in them. It was nice to have a couple of hours … Continue reading contemporary issues in leadership
Over the past year, I have had the opportunity to attend multiple Black Lives Matter protests and marches. Each one was greatly impactful, but one in particular really moved me. My friend, Brett, and I were walking into the UC one afternoon when we noticed a group of Turning Point USA students holding all lives … Continue reading blm
2 minutes ago I submitted my last exam and final essay of my junior year. I am officially a senior in college. That's pretty insane to me because at heart I still feel a little like a freshman in high school. I suppose time really does fly when you're having fun. Now that this school … Continue reading junior year reflection
Since I began my integrative public relations courses at CMU, I have always heard about the infamous JRN450 class with Professor Wojcik. Former students from the class talk about how difficult it is and how hard Professor Wojcik is on his students. So, going into this semester I was definitely nervous to take it. I … Continue reading JRN450WI Public Relations Writing Reflection
When I first came to DC for my internship on The Hill, I knew basically nothing about what I had gotten myself into. I had never been to DC, never used public transportation, never owned a suit and didn't know a single person in the city. Needless to say, my mom and I were googling … Continue reading katie’s guide to interning in dc
It is so hard to believe that I am more than halfway done with my internship this summer. The past couple of months have been some of the greatest months of my life (I know, bold statement). Between work, friends and the city itself, I couldn’t dream of a more amazing summer. The Science, Space, … Continue reading dc part 2
Katie Prebelich 