As a current public relations student at Union University, I find passion in learning about how relationships can change people’s lives and an organization’s success. At my university, I proudly serve as the sophomore class president and a staff writer on Union’s student publication, Cardinal & Cream. I am also a member of Chi Omega, PRSSA, the McAfee School of Business Dean’s Advisory Board, and a student representative on the crisis management committee.

Outside of the classroom, I intern with American Bath Group, a company that focuses on creating a better bathware industry, and I serve at First Baptist Church in Selmer, Tennessee. My previous and current volunteer experience includes time at St. Jude, Camp Bay Yo Ca and Make-A-Wish.

If you happen to see Minnie Mouse ears, it is probably me, wishing I was at Walt Disney World. I am not able to survive a morning without coffee, and if I do.. good luck. I am happy when there is a paint brush or calligraphy pen in my hand, and I am even happier when my nails are painted or I am enjoying a Saturday brunch.

You can find me on Instagram as @marymadelynmelton or on Twitter as @marymadelynm.