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Abigail Thornbladh

Jan. 28, 2008 


Abigail Thornbladh

3775 Bradford Sq. Dr.

Ann Arbor, MI 48103

(734) 834-7004

Atblade@gmail.com

Objective: Position in an energetic athletic department that utilizes my communication, leadership and writing skills.

Education

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

M.A. Sports Management. Fall 2007

University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI

B.A. Political Science, Fall 2005

Major GPA: 3.05/4.00

Minor: Leadership Studies

GPA: 3.26/4.00

Professional Experience

Marketing & Public Relations Intern

International Tennis Hall of Fame, Summer 2007

  • Aided in the development of new promotional materials.

  • Worked with media representatives (tv/radio/print/web) during the Campbell's Hall of Fame ATP tournament.

  • Prepared player information/bio stats/records/match stats/general info for the media during Campbell's Hall of Fame ATP tournament.

  • Created press kit for the Gibson Guitar Classic.

    Assistant Women's Varsity Volleyball Coach

    University of Rhode Island, Fall 2006

  • Responsible for the development of athletes associated with a Division I NCAA Volleyball program which included monitoring their academic progress, providing one-on-one instruction, and fostering parent/student/coach relationships.

  • Responsible for tape exchange, scouting opponents, development and implementation of tactical and technical training sessions.

  • Assisted in budget preparation and coordination of travel plans.

    Education Payment Counselor

    Tuition Management Systems, Spring 2006

  • Served as a customer service representative for Tuition Management Systems (TMS), the mission of which is to provide payment plans and low interest loans to students and families of college and K-12 schools.

  • Counseled families on federal education loans for parents and students, affordable private loans through TMS, as well as other "top rated" private financing options.

    Undergraduate Leadership and Involvement

    Semester at Sea, Fall 2005

  • Participated in Semester at Sea, a study abroad program designed to incorporate a global semester in your undergraduate experience.

  • Traveled to countries such as Venezuela, Brazil, South Africa, India, Vietnam, China, and Japan.
Walked the Great Wall, played futbol in Brazil, conversed with monks in Vietnam, tasted the best sashimi ever in a hole in the wall in Japan, and formed life long friendships.

    Varsity Volleyball Team, University of Rhode Island, 2001 - 2005

  • Awarded a 4 year full scholarship.

  • Devoted 20-30 hours weekly to practices and competitions.

  • Elected Captain for the Spring and Fall 2004 seasons; Directed team-building activities in and out of practice; Served as liaison between 12 team members and coach.

    Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, University of Rhode Island, 2001 - 2005

  • Member of group that consists of student-athletes and their supporters.

  • Volleyball Team Representative, 2001 - 2005 Spotlight Coordinator, August 2002 - May 2003; organized and marketed recognition of overlooked athletic events.

  • Life-Skills Coordinator, October 2003 - June 2004; represented student athletes and SAAC to the NCAA recognized program, which works to collaborate with and to develop student-athletes by utilizing campus and community resources.

  • Secretary, August 2004 - June 2005; Created and maintained a mailing list of student athletes and team representatives; Sent out a biweekly summary of SAAC accomplishments and endeavors to members.

  • Vice President; June 2004 - May 2005

  • Collaborated with SAAC representatives in the creation of the University of Rhode Island Student-Athlete Handbook.  Assisted in the organization of SAAC sponsored events.  


    

    

    


     
    

    

     
    		



    


    



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				Location
    
Cleveland, OH

     
    

Founded
    
1966

     
    

Colors
    
Black and Gold

     
    

President
    
Joan Cronan
    
Women's Director of Athletics
    
University of Tennessee
     
    

Executive Director
    
Mike Cleary
				
					
    
				
					
    
					
    
						
				President
    
Joan Cronan
    
Director of Women's Athletics
    
University of Tennessee
    

     
    

1st Vice President
    
Randy Spetman
    
Director of Athletics
    
Florida State University
    

     
    

2nd Vice President
    
Dave Roach
    
Director of Athletics
    
Colgate University
    

     
    

3rd Vice President
    
Dan Guerrero
    
Director of Athletics
    
UCLA
    

     
    

Secretary
    
David Stair
    
Director of Athletics
    
Evangel University