RESUMÉ

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA — TWIN CITIES

Journalism - Professional Strategic Communication B.A.

Art & Interdisciplinary Design minors

Board Member

Minnesota Daily Media

Drumline Member, Recruitment Ambassador, Social Media Lead, & Merchandise Lead

University of Minnesota Marching Band

Group Leader

University of Minnesota Housing & Residential Life

Blood Donor

Memorial Blood Centers

Minneapolis Local Guide

Google Local Guides

Blood Donor

Red Cross Blood Services

I've taught for a decade, several hundred students have worked with me in my class--hopefully learned from me. And, yet, it seems as though Tyrese already knew things well beyond the textbook or case studies; he has instinct and insight about people and the workplace that most people don't have.

Tyrese is a leader among the teams he is part of and is able to be a team member when someone else is leading the team. That ability to play both roles is critically important and remarkably valuable to those around him. His ability to communicate, share critical thought, and do so with diplomacy and passion beyond his age. He's not a cliche of being 45-year old trapped in a young body; he is, instead, a brilliant mind and intelligent contributor who is trapped by nothing.

Tyrese is driven for success, but not at the expense of others. He is inclusive, nurturing, and empathetic of those around him while maintaining a vision for what everyone needs to do to reach the goal.

I would be happy to speak to you, directly, if you have any specific questions. I have been known to say about Tyrese: "...the first one to hire him wins." Be that one.

Dan Gore, Instructor at University of Minnesota - Hubbard School of Journalism & Mass Communication

March 18, 2021, Dan taught Tyrese directly

"It's rare to work with a talent like Tyrese. I still consistently find myself learning from him and being so impressed by his clarity of thought that leads to effective action. He truly sets himself apart in his professionalism, his thoughtfulness, and his discipline.

Tyrese worked as a Campus Tour Guide for the University of Minnesota Office of Admissions. During this time he provided exceptional experiences to prospective students and families. Visitors consistently highlighted his work on our feedback form, describing Tyrese as an excellent tour guide who personally related to students and families. Tyrese enthusiastically welcomed visitors to campus during an experience that can be both exciting and anxiety-inducing, and he made a large school feel small. Tyrese left an indelible impression on his coworkers as well. Tyrese patiently and professionally demonstrated the right way to accomplish tasks and goals, trained tour guides to be the best they could be, and he was highly regarded in our office as an excellent tour guide and an excellent person.

When tour guides first begin giving tours, it's often the first time they are presenting in front of large groups consistently. Guides need to be 'on-stage' for 1.5 hours while walking backward, relating to families, and providing facts and information. It's a challenging position. One memorable moment I have with Tyrese is watching him empathetically and thoughtfully provide feedback to another guide after their tour - many new guides have the tendency to use filler words such as 'um', and 'so, yeah!'. Tyrese kindly recommended that the tour guide 'Zap the [two] fillers like mosquitos'. I've been using his phrase ever since.

I recommend Tyrese as a team member, a leader, and everything in-between. He is someone we were sad to lose, and one I would welcome again without question. Any organization would be lucky to have Tyrese, and he has my highest recommendation."

Devan Kelly, Assistant Director of Admissions at University of Minnesota - Office of Admissions

March 20, 2020, Devan managed Tyrese directly