Natalia Carden is a senior at Shippensburg University pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Human Communication Studies with a minor in Communication Journalism. She has extensive leadership experience through various on-campus roles including Director of Community Development for the Resident Hall Association and as a member of the National Residence Hall Honorary. Her resume demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills developed through multiple internships and jobs.

1. Natalia Carden
20 Singer Rd., Abingdon, MD 21009 • (443) 966-2171 • nattycarden@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Human Communication Studies Expected Graduation: May 2016
Minor in Communication Journalism
Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA
GPA: 3.133
INTERN EXPERIENCE
American Camp Association (ACA) Tri-State CAMP Conference March 2014
Atlantic City, NJ
 Assisted in preparing and maintaining spaces for speakers
 Participated in set up and registration of conference
 Aided the hospitality center provided for participants
CAMPUS LEADERSHIP
Director ofCommunity Development, Resident Hall Association Executive Board August 2015 – Present
 Coordinated staff development activities for the RHA Executive Board
 Coordinated the pickup and return of RHA resources and concessions machines
 Made contact with each buildings hall council and their mentor, and facilitated assistance and
guidance, if needed, to them for the as the head of the hall council mentor program
 Took inventory of the supplies and machines
 Carried out other duties as delegated by the President
National Residence Hall Honorary,Inductee in the Anchor Chapter April 2015 – Present
 Members represent the top 1% of the student leaders on campus who have contributed amounts of
personal time to make residence halls more than a “dorm”
 Advocated for the interests and welfare of residence hall students while providing recognition for
individuals who have contributed to the advancement of college and university housing
Public Relations,Resident Hall Association Hall Council – KiefferHall August 2014 – May 2015
 Scheduled and implemented in hall events for residents to promote community on campus
 Assisted in the logistical planning of various in hall and on campus events
 Advertised upcoming events by promoting with social media and poster campaigns
 Attended regular Residence Hall Association and Kieffer Hall Council meetings to gather information
on, on campus events
Secretary,To Write Love On Her Arms UChapter August 2013 – May 2014
 Logged minutes during generaland executive meetings and emailed meeting minutes in a timely
fashion to members
 Handled social media sites; twitter, Instagram, and Facebook
 Attended executive board meetings as well as general assembly
ADDITIONALEXPERIENCE
Student Caller/Phonathon, Shippensburg University Foundation Building February 2016 - Present
Shippensburg, PA
 Educate alumni, parents and friends about Shippensburg’s financial needs and motivate them to want
to support the goals of the Annual Fund.
 Gained the ability to speak in a clear and pleasant voice and express enthusiasm about the University
 Obtained professional training for sales, marketing and public relations
Office Assistant, Office of Professional, Continuing and Distance Education and Office for Exploratory Studies
Shippensburg, PA September 2015 – Present
 Obtained analytical and detail-oriented professional experience by assisting the Administrative
assistants in their daily duties
 Ability to handle sensitive and confidential records and information
 Managed, organized and updated files, records, correspondence,charts and reports
 Performed HR office services such as: filing documents, printing reports and documents, stocking of
equipment and supplies.

2. Natalia Carden
20 Singer Rd., Abingdon, MD 21009 • (443) 966-2171 • nattycarden@gmail.com
Street Team/Program Assistant, CUB Programming February 2015 – May 2015
Shippensburg, PA
 Marketed upcoming events by tabling and posting advertisements on campus
 Trained in utilizing/cleaning different food preparation machines
 Oversaw and trained new employees
Community Assistant, Center for Engagement,Service and Learning October 2014 – May 2015
Shippensburg, PA
 Assisted in coordinating community service activities off campus and on
 Performed administrative tasks that included answering the telephone and emails
 Recruited student volunteers to participate in various service opportunities
Cabin Specialist, Camp Echo Lake June 2014 – August 2014
Warrensburg, NY
 Provided and oversaw a safe environment for children attending the camp
 Collaborated with other members in my group
 Adapted to each child’s and co-counselors different personalities to ensure the kids had a great
experience
 Gained new insight on problem solving in difficult situations involving the campers
Front End Coordinator, Marshalls October 2011 – January 2016
Bel Air, MD
 Trained in Fitting room, Layaway and Cashiering
 Supervised front end cashiers
 Ensured excellent customer service to customers while upholding store policy and seeing matters
from the customers perspective
 Trained new hires
 Managed cash drawer and cash registers
 Open and closed the store
 Unloaded merchandise from the stock room to the floor and off of trucks
Lifeguard /Deck Assistant, Aqua Culture SwimSchool May 2011 – September 2011
Forest Hill, MD
 Certified in CPR, Lifeguard training/First Aid
 Monitored the activities of people around and in the pool to provide a safe environment
 Provided pool maintenance on chlorine levels and its appearance around the pool
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
(Nominated by the Faculty) Student Member, HCS Grade of Appeals Committee September 2015 – Present
Member,Society forHuman Resource Management Shippensburg Chapter August 2015 – Present
Member,Act V January 2013 – May 2014
Member, Human Communication Organization August 2013 – Present
Member,To Write Love On Her Arms UChapter August 2012 – May 2013
OTHER AFFILIATIONS (OFF CAMPUS)
Member,Society forHuman Resource Management (SHRM) National Organization August 2015 – Present
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Promoted at Marshalls from Cashier to Front End Coordinator December 2015
Inducted into Lambda Pi Eta Honors Fraternity for Communication April 2015
Research Achievement Award,Research and Data Collection August 2014 – April 2015
Starfish Award (Employee of the month) at Center for Engagement January/February 2015
Research Assistant,Data Collection August 2014 – December 2014
Dean’s List Fall and Spring Semesters of 2014

3. Natalia Carden
20 Singer Rd., Abingdon, MD 21009 • (443) 966-2171 • nattycarden@gmail.com
CONFERENCES
Attendee; NRHH Representative, CAACURH November 2015
Presenter, Minds@Work April 2015, 2016
Attendee, Pathways to Success April 2015
Attendee, Marvin Worthy CEO of Worthy Consulting & Training: Talking about Leadership February 2015
Attendee, WiLL (Women’s Institute for Leadership & Learning) November 2013, 2014
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Student Panel for College ofArts & Sciences, The Dean’s Session for Open House September 2015
Relay for Life, Participant/Fundraiser April 2015
5K Color Run/Walk, Hosted by TWLOHA Executive Board – Helped plan and facilitate May 2014
Service Learning Project, Small Group Communication March 2014 – May 2014
Open House Volunteer,Human Communication StudiesMajor March 2014, September 2015
ADDITIONALSKILLS
 Proficient in Microsoft Word and Publisher
 Can operate machines; cotton candy, snow cone, popcorn, hot dog, pretzel and smoothie maker
 Can utilize Google docs and Google forms
 Can utilize Doodle event planner
 Effective communication skills obtained through written, oral and presentations
 Exceptional time management ability