Communication & Political Science · Seton Hall University
I’m drawn to corporate communications: how thoughtful messaging builds engaged teams, strong workplace cultures, and public trust.
Hello, I'm Andrew.
I'm a third-year Communication and Political Science student at Seton Hall University and a student advocate, with a strong interest in corporate communications: how organizations build relationships with employees, stakeholders, and the public. I'm especially interested in how communication can strengthen workplace culture, support employee engagement, and shape a company's public image.
As a Resident Assistant, I support and mentor 40 residents, mediate conflicts, and work to build a welcoming, supportive community. The role has taught me to adapt how I communicate to different audiences and situations.
I also co-chair the Campus Ministry E-board, coordinate live events for the Student Activities Board, and serve on the Student Conduct Review Board.
B.A. candidate · Communication and Political Science
College of Human Development, Culture and Media · South Orange, New Jersey
Relevant coursework: Organizational Communication, U.S. Politics, Nonverbal Communication, Digital Media Studies
Previous educationHighland Park High School · Diploma, 2024
Support 40 residents through social and academic pressures; mediate roommate conflicts and facilitate resolutions.
Organize monthly community-building events and was invited to mentor a new cohort of Resident Assistants. Named Seton Hall Resident Assistant of the Year for 2025–2026.
Run student outreach and research to identify top-requested performers for concerts and speaker events, then work with an entertainment firm and university departments to vet and approve them. Develop and execute the marketing campaigns that promote each event.
Lead monthly events fostering faith and fellowship, and co-planned a 2-day overnight retreat for 50 students. Manage a social media series and outreach aimed at destigmatizing Campus Ministry among students.
Work the front desk and act as first responder to reported issues or incidents; chosen to assist in the interview and training process for new hires.
Design student feedback surveys, analyze the results, and present findings and recommendations to university officials.
Sit on a panel of students, faculty, and staff that hears alleged violations of the Student Code of Conduct, reviewing evidence and testimony impartially to determine responsibility and recommend fair, educational sanctions.
Created, launched, and managed the website for the mayoral campaign and two council campaigns; produced social media videos, graphics, and posts. Planned campaign events, rallies, and a debate.
Research, pre-interview, and select guests; plan questions, marketing, and goals for each episode; film, edit, and produce the finished podcast.
Read the Setonian featureLaunched “Can Your Fines,” a program letting students donate to a food bank for credit toward a parking ticket. Built and maintained relationships with 20+ South Orange business owners to connect them with students, and partnered with Public Safety to strengthen relationships between students and officers.
Served as a role model for students with disabilities in a self-contained setting, helping teach life and vocational skills in the community, such as using public transit and grocery shopping.
Authored bi-weekly reports on district-wide news and achievements for the Board of Education, and met with students, teachers, and principals to gather feedback, identify issues, and propose practical solutions.
Ran a fundraiser for the local first aid squad and fire house, raising over $6,000 for updated equipment.
Supervised daily operations, staff scheduling, and customer service as the seasonal Shift Lead.
Promoted from Employee to Manager after the first season. Oversaw daily shop operations, staff scheduling, and customer service.
Launched through the Student Government Association: students donate to a food bank in exchange for credit toward a parking ticket, turning a routine fine into a community contribution.
→ Seton Hall SGA programCreated, launched, and managed the campaign website for a mayoral race and two council-at-large campaigns, and produced the social videos, graphics, and posts behind them.
→ 1 mayoral + 2 council campaignsRan a fundraiser for Highland Park's first aid squad and fire house as a Mayor's Teen Advisory Board member, funding more up-to-date equipment.
→ $6,000+ raisedAs an SGA committee chair, built relationships with more than 20 South Orange business owners to connect them with students, and partnered with Public Safety to foster student–officer relationships.
→ 20+ local business owners
Award · 2025–2026
Resident Assistant of the Year
Seton Hall University, Housing and Residence Life
I'm interested in how clear communication helps organizations earn trust and build stronger relationships. I welcome conversations about internships, communications projects, research, writing, or promising ideas. If you're working on something like that, I'd be glad to connect.
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