Ashley Afnan — PR & Communications

Senior at the University of Dayton | Communication Major | Public Relations Concentration | Marketing Minor | Communication Management Background

Highlights

  • PR & Writing

    Strategic Messaging and Media Writing

    Crafted press releases, media kits, and talking points that align brand voice with audience needs. Skilled at transforming complex ideas into clear compelling narratives for press, clients, and stakeholders.

  • Digital Campaigns

    Social Media and Content Strategy

    Experienced in designing and executing cross platform content for Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkdIn. From video editing to analytics, I create campaigns with measureable engagement.

    GA Certified

  • Event Planning & Logistics

    Creating and Coordinating Expereinces that Connect People

    Hands on expereince planning and supporting events, from intitmate gatherings to large scaled activations. Skilled at coordinating vendors, managing run of show, and ensuring guests feel valued and have a memorable expereince.

  • Creative Passion Projects

    Design, Storytelling, Inspiration

    Beyond academics, I explore creativity through graphic design collages, interrior design mood boards, clay crafts and working in the kitchen creating my own cookbook. These projects reflect my eye for aesthetics, detail, and storytelling

Core Integrated Studies Program Graduate

As one of only 120 students selected each year for the Core Integrated Studies Program, I had the opportunity to engage in a unique 2.5-year interdisciplinary curriculum built around the theme of human values in a pluralistic culture. The program integrated courses in English, history, philosophy, religious studies, and global languages, encouraging me to make meaningful connections across disciplines and analyze how cultural values evolve over time.

Through this experience, I learned to think critically about ethical, social, and political issues while strengthening my skills in writing, research, and reflective analysis. Co-curricular arts and cultural events further enriched the program, giving me opportunities to connect classroom concepts to real-world experiences.

What I’ve taken away most from Core is the ability to see connections where others see boundaries, to understand how ideas, narratives, and values intersect across time, culture, and discipline. Beyond academics, the program fostered a strong sense of community, allowing me to collaborate closely with peers and develop a deeper appreciation for diverse perspectives. 

  • Google Analytics 4 Certification

  • Stukent Digital Certification

  • Community Advocate

    For a more inclusive world