Rukiya Akua
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- School: Malcolm X College
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- Department: Communication
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Location:
1900 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL - 60612 - Dates at Malcolm X College: December 2008 - April 2010
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Biography
Malcolm X College - Communication
Professor, Communication and
Owner/Trainer at Branded Communication
Rukiya
Akua
Houston, Texas Area
With more than a decade of experience as a college professor and small business owner, I am interested in transferring my expertise into corporate America as an independent contractor/trainer. I am an enthusiastic and engaging educator/trainer. I work with my clients and students to create an enriching, interactive and culturally-relevant training experience.
Experience
Education
DePaul University
Master of Arts - MA
Communication, General
Courses: Language & Power Rhetoric Language & Gender Communication Across CulturesChicago State University
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Speech
Chicago State University
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Speech / Radio (CMAT)
Chicago State University
Grants Specialist & Communications Specialist
• Managed day-to-day operation of federal and state grants • Edited the College’s webpage, newsletter, and other internal/external communication • Wrote content for College’s newsletter and webpage • Planned College-level travel and events (i.e. retreats, award ceremonies, luncheons) • Served on university- and college-wide committees Committee Assignments • Member, University Commencement Committee 2006-2007 • Chair, College Social Committee 2006-2007 • Team Leader, University Annual Fundraising Drive 2004-2007 • Managing Editor, College Newsletter (Health Pulse) 2004-2007 • Member, College Social Committee 2003-2006
