Recommendations

Laura Ruel, Assistant Professor, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication, who I worked with while producing Powering a Nation

“Jenn was a superstar. Her ability to juggle multiple tasks, work with coaches from a variety of backgrounds and be a leader in the area of visual design was impressive not only to me, but to the other faculty advisers and professional coaches involved in this project. She was a valuable asset to our team and a large reason for the project’s success. Jenn’s work on the News 21 project bodes well for her future as a communicator. I anticipate that she will become one of the most valued members of any team she works on.” Read Laura’s Letter

Jacqueline Banaszynski, Professor, Missouri School of Journalism and Pulitzer Prize Winner

“Jenn’s got the intelligence, initiative, creativity and right kind of quirkiness to bring a special touch to your pages. She’s got the work ethic to pitch in at whatever needs to be done. And she’s got a quiet, supportive and curious personality that makes her fun to be around.”

Amanda Hinnant, Assistant Professor, Missouri School of Journalism

“Jenn was a star student and a joy to have in class. Her creativity, diligence, and skills are admirable. She would make a great asset to any team. I would be happy to provide a more detailed recommendation upon request.”

Melissa Eggleston, Former Student, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, who I worked with while producing Powering a Nation

“Jenn and I worked together in 2009, as we were both Fellows on a multimedia project sponsored by the Carnegie and Knight News 21 program. My experience of Jenn was that she had great design ideas, paid close attention to details, and cared deeply about the projects on which she was working. As a hard worker, Jenn was willing to go the extra mile to ensure an excellent end result. I found her easy to work with since her communication was clear, and I could count on her to do whatever she said she would (and more). I would be very glad if Jenn and I had the chance to work together again in any capacity. She would be a great asset to any team.”

Cristin Mumma, Marketing Coordinator, University of Missouri Health Care

“Jenn is a talented designer. She thinks outside the box and challenges the “safe” way of doing things. She is extremely creative and her work is extraordinary. I would recommend her to anyone who seeked my opinion on a designer.”

Amy Hughes, Former Graphic Designer, University of Missouri Student Design Center

“Working alongside Jenn was a privilege and a joy. She was hardworking, professional, amazingly creative, and delightfully goofy. What always caught my attention is how she incorporates design into her entire life- she lives her passion and brought her extensive knowledge to work. The Design Center was a better place because of Jenn’s contributions. Any company would be lucky to have her as an employee.”

Mary Kay Blakely, Associate Professor, Missouri School of Journalism

“Jenn is an excellent writer— creative, original, disciplined, skillful— and a thoughtful analyst as well. She’s also exactly the kind of student every professor would be happiest to find on a class roster.”

Emily Kressaty, Former Intern, University of Missouri Health Care

“Jenn was a lead graphic designer while I interned at the University of Missouri Health Care. She was always helpful and willing to take the time to guide me through the design process. Jenn is very sweet and humble about her abilities, while being such a talented designer. It was great working with her and glad that I have been able to keep our relationship going. She definitely would be a great addition to any team!”