
Evelyn Thompson
@evelynthompson1
Student Life Specialist at Francis Marion University who plans campus-wide events and advises student organizations.
What I'm looking for
At Francis Marion University, I plan campus-wide activities and signature events that support student engagement. I also advise student organizations and mentor student leaders in governance, programming, budgeting, and event execution.
I participate in student conduct processes, including case management and student accountability conversations, and connect students with healthcare resources through the Welvista Health Access Program. I earned the Certified Student Engagement Professional designation through the Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities.
At Horry County Memorial Library System, I delivered research, circulation, and reference services, and led social media marketing initiatives. I also curated video content for the library’s emerging media initiative during the COVID-19 pandemic.
As a Marketing Communications Intern | Digital Ambasador at Coker College, I developed digital media campaigns and produced The Cobra Den, an 8-episode video mini-series about student life, academic programs, and campus culture.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Student Life Specialist for Student Engagement
Francis Marion University
Jun 2022 - Present (4 years 4 months)
- Plan and execute comprehensive campus-wide activities, signature events, and student engagement initiatives to enhance campus life and student involvement
- Develop and implement strategic social media marketing campaigns to promote events, increase attendance, and strengthen campus communication
- Serve as Faculty/Staff Advisor to National Panhellenic Conference organizations, including Alpha D
Library Assistant
Horry County Memorial Library System
Jun 2020 - Jun 2022 (2 years)
- Delivered high-quality research, circulation, and reference services, supporting diverse patron needs and promoting information literacy
- Cultivated strong customer service and problem-solving skills by assisting patrons with complex research inquiries and resource navigation
- Led social media marketing initiatives over a two-year period, developing content strategies that increased engagement
Temporary Associate
Horry County Memorial Library System
Feb 2020 - Jun 2020 (4 months)
Worked as Temporary Associate at Horry County Memorial Library System.
Bookseller
Books A Million
Jul 2019 - May 2020 (10 months)
- Managed inventory and merchandising across books, toys, music, and retail products, ensuring organized, visually engaging displays that supported customer experience and sales goals
- Drove magazine and product sales through customer engagement, personalized recommendations, and product knowledge
- Operated point-of-sale (POS) systems with accuracy while balancing high-volume transactions and ma
Marketing Communications Intern | Digital Ambasador
Coker College
Aug 2018 - May 2019 (9 months)
- Developed and executed digital media campaigns to promote campus events, increasing student engagement and strengthening a positive institutional identity across social platforms
- Collaborated with students, faculty, and campus partners to create authentic, student-centered content that amplified campus voice and community connection
- Leveraged analytics and audience insights to refine messagi
Sales Associate
Coach
Jun 2017 - Jan 2019 (1 year 7 months)
- Delivered high-touch customer service in a luxury retail environment, building strong client relationships and fostering brand loyalty
- Drove sales through strategic introduction of seasonal products and add-on items, enhancing the overall customer experience and increasing transaction value
- Utilized product expertise and consultative selling techniques to tailor recommendations to individual
Associate
rue21
Jun 2016 - Aug 2016 (2 months)
- Delivered personalized customer service by assisting clients in fragrance selection, utilizing product knowledge and consultative selling techniques
- Drove sales through upselling and cross-selling strategies, enhancing customer experience and increasing overall transaction value
- Operated point-of-sale (POS) systems with accuracy while managing high-volume transactions in a fast-paced retail
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Horry County Memorial Library System
Mar 2015 - Aug 2016 (1 year 5 months)
Shelving books, helped patrons find books, and keeping the library clear of clutter and the shelves tidy.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Liberty University
Master of Arts - MA, Communication, General
2023 - 2024
Graduated with Distinction; completed an accelerated two-year program in one year while maintaining full-time employment
Focus areas: Strategic Communications, Event Planning, Digital Media Strategy
Francis Marion University
Certification, Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
2024 - 2024
Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities
Certified Student Engagement Professional
Mar 2023
Coker University
Bachelor's degree, Communication, General - Minor in English
2016 - 2019
Coker University is a private liberal arts college located at the heart of Hartsville, South Carolina - A small-town atmosphere with a focus on broad levels of education.
Academy of the Arts, Science, and Technology
Majors Certification - Entertainment Technology, Entertainment Technology (Film and Photography)
2014 - 2016
The Academy of the Arts, Science, and Technology (AAST) is a separate program school, in which students in Horry County can apply to become part of two programs, STEM and Majors. Majors programs certify students for specific jobs in the work force, such as Digital Communications and Media Tech, as well as for secondary school programs such as medical school or engineering.The majors program is for
Aynor High School
High School Diploma, High School
2012 - 2016
General High School until transfer to AAST
ACT
National Career Readiness Certificate
May 2016
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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