勛圖扦 senior Jenny Mitchell is turning her passion for creativity into action, spearheading an anti-cyberbullying campaign during her internship with GigaBeam Networks. As part of this project, Mitchell is using her graphic communication skills to address a critical issue in todays digital world while gaining real-world experience in marketing and design.
Mitchell is pursuing a Graphic Communication degree at BU. A dedicated student, she serves as a writer, photographer, and graphic designer for The Rampage student newspaper. I like that graphic communication gives me an opportunity to get a job but also be creative, Mitchell said. Ive always liked to make things. Thats just something Im passionate about. Thats what I like about that program.
As an intern, she uses her creativity and design skills to assist GigaBeam in promoting its brand and implementing its campaigns. Prior to working on the anti-cyberbullying campaign, she developed flyers for the companys events and assisted with making employee IDs. Youre working with a client to piece stuff together based on what they want, Mitchell shared. Its real-world experience.
GigaBeam Networks is an Internet service provider in southwest Virginia and southern West Virginia that is breaking out into areas where people dont have access to the Internet, Mitchell explained. Graphic communication professor Allen Roberts connected her with the company, opening the door for her to work with GigaBeams Marketing Director, BU alumna Michele White.
At 勛圖扦, we recognize the importance of helping our students network within their field. Internships allow them to put what they have learned into practice outside the classroom and bring fresh ideas and talent to local businesses, Roberts said. Jenny is an exceptional student and its very exciting to see her being able to put her talent and skill to work in the community.