work/internship experience
associated students inc., cal poly pomona
As Lead Writer/Editor for ASI's award-winning Marketing, Design and Public Relations department, I create content for the official school blog, The Campus Crop, manage our various social media accounts, write & edit marketing material used in ASI services, programs and events and assist in planning school-wide events.
starwood retail,
plaza west covina
As Marketing Intern for Plaza West Covina, I assisted in various areas: social media management, event planning, retailer relations, crisis communication and graphic design. I was able to create and implement new strategies to increase user and shopper engagement with local businesses.
ecmc foundation
As Communications Intern for ECMC Foundation, I tackled social media management, feature writing and engagement strategies. The blend of non-profit and higher education is an area I find extremely important. This position allowed me to grasp how essential communication is in any given industry.
writing samples
July 25, 2018
It's Time to Improve the Transfer Process for Community College Students
Katherine Tong, ECMC Foundation intern and first-generation college student, reflects on her experience on surviving the transfer maze.
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ecmcfoundation.org
Katherine Tong
February 16, 2021
ASI Basic Needs Scholarship Eases Financial Burden For 46 Students
Out of 750 applicants, 46 Cal Poly Pomona students were each awarded $3,000 to support their academic endeavors from Associated Students Incorporated (ASI).
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asi.cpp.edu/campuscrop/
Katherine Tong
August 13, 2019
Bolton & Company Named Among Best Places to Work in Los Angeles for Seven Consecutive Years
Bolton & Company is named by the LA Business Journal and Best Companies Group as one of the “Best Places to Work in LA” for a seventh year.
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boltonco.com
Katherine Tong
class coursework
class coursework
cal poly pomona - communication, pr
The Communication Department offers a challenging, hands-on program with specialized options in Journalism, Public Relations, and Organizational Communication. Additionally, an internship program emphasizes practical application and access to job opportunities, giving students a head start on their professional careers.
class coursework
citrus college - communication studies
Communications is the all-purpose media arts major. Strong written and oral communication skills are vital to your success. At Citrus College, I learned all aspects of communication from public speaking to desktop publishing. Majoring in communications makes good sense in today's global media world where I plan to work.