Speaking
I enjoy sharing my personal experiences as well as encouragement and inspiration in hopes to motivate others.
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Below is my experience.
Mentor Upp
Alumni/Advisory Board Member
The University of Alabama
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January 2017 - Present
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> As an advisory board member for The University of Alabama's Mentor UPP Program I had the chance to speak on multiple occasions about my career path and experience in the University's Mechanical Engineering Program. The purpose of this organization is to lead incoming engineers to a career path that aligns with their goals and desires.
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Disney Dreamer's Academy
Alumni/Mentor/Speaker
Disney Dreamer's Academy Conference
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March 2020
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> After attending the Disney Dreamer's Academy as a student in 2016, I was given the incredible opportunity to return in 2020 as an alumni, mentor and speaker.
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Links:
The Talk of Alabama
Disney Dreamer's Academy
ABC 33/40
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May 2016
> Following my attendance at the Disney Dreamer's Academy I was invited to speak on creativity and social media with ABC 33/40.
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Links:
> https://abc3340.com/station/talk-of-alabama/talk-of-alabama-040816-chase-russell
Clay-Chalkville High School Graduation
Salutatorian Speech
May 2016
> Having the honor to speak at graduation, I quickly decided to speak about the future. Taking the initials of our Alma mater (CCHS), I chose to speak on curiosity, confidence, hope and success. All things I would focus on as I moved into my future.
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Links:
> https://youtu.be/7wlRVLYpo7k?t=2425
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