1. Elizabeth C. Setzke lizzysetzke@ku.edu
phone: 708-528-0322
107 N. Ashland Avenue
La Grange, IL 60525
Summary of Qualifications
• Experience in event planning/customer service, The Oread Hotel, Lawrence Kansas
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Excellent working knowledge using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and oral communication skills, including creative writing, persuasive
writing, and public speaking
• Hardworking, organized individual with the ability to lead others, collaborate with others,
think creatively, and manage projects at all levels
Core Strengths
Dependable & hard working
Quick learner
Customer service driven
Cheerful and energetic
Career oriented
Flexible schedule
Education
The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies May 2016
Minor in Journalism May 2016
The University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia
Study abroad semester - Communications Studies February to June 2015
Relevant Coursework: Problem Solving in Teams and Groups, Effective Business Communication,
Intercultural Communication, Leadership Applications, Interpersonal Communication Theory,
Current Issues in Journalism
Relevant Experience
The Oread Hotel, Lawrence, KS
Special Events Staff Member September 2015- present
• Collaborated with staff to set up and organize special events
Provided customer service for all clients at events
• Directed the training of new staff members
Optimus, Chicago, IL
General Intern Summer 2015
2. • Accommodated the everyday needs of the partners and directors of the company as well as
the clients
• Demonstrated organization skills in assisting with photo-shoots
• Assisted in the planning and execution the Optimus Block Party which was attended by
3,000 people in the production industry
Sigma Kappa Sorority, The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
• Worked on many different volunteer committees, including working at the Neuvant House
with Alzheimer’s patients
