Danielle Pulliam

dplliam1@yahoo.com 1510 N. Goodlett Grove CV

(317) 260-8786 Cordova, Tennessee 38018

EDUCATION
Master of Science in Leadership and Policy Studies May 2017 (Anticipated)
Specialization in Student Personnel
University of Memphis
Master of Science in Sport Management May 2015
Northern Illinois University GPA: 3.5/4

Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Studies December 2013

Specialization in Family and Individual Development GPA: 3.0/4
Northern Illinois University

ATHLETICS EXPERIENCE
Athletic Academic Counselor, Athletic Academic Services May 2016-Present
Center for Athletic Academic Services, University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee
Counsels and assists student-athletes in selecting major course of study, selecting courses, changing majors,
drop-add, and developing effective study habits
Coordinates admission registration and enrollment process for student athletes
Assists in recruiting student athletes
Maintains records on activities and other department records; prepares and presents oral and written reports on
activities
Monitors eligibility compliance with NCAA, conference, and University policies; assists in preparing reports
Monitors student-athletes degree plans; evaluates grades, transcripts and maintains academic records; monitors
class attendance and student progress
Organizes and supervises study table and tutorial support activities on campus and on the road
Provides counseling and referral resources in non-academic areas
Overnight team travel and evening and/or weekend work for recruiting visits and other necessary functions
Manages CAAS Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram accounts
Study hall coordinator

Graduate Assistant, Athletic Academic Services August 2015-May 2016

Center for Athletic Academic Services, University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee
Collaborated with Center for Athletic Academic Services staff to design and implement academic success plans for
student-athletes that encourage independent learning and accountability for their academic progress
Monitored the completion of student-athlete academic responsibilities and provide daily written communication
updates to CAAS counselors
Provided autonomous and positive atmosphere individualized to each student-athletes to build trust and rapport
Consulted with tutors, and mentors to create open and effective communication
Helped students identify academic strengths and needs
Implemented an individualized study program that complements each student
Cultivated efficient study environment
Guided students in transition from high school to college
Compiled weekly grade and tutoring report for student athletes
Assisted in new student-orientation facilitation
Marketing Partnership Intern March 2014 August 2014
WNBA, Chicago Sky, Skokie, Illinois
Assisted team in developing content for sponsors that would be utilized through digital and social media
Created and executed innovative ideas to assist in the promotion of the WNBA Chicago Sky and corporate
sponsorships (newsletter, blog etc.)
Worked at all Chicago Sky home games; assisted in building up set, breakdown, and the execution of all sponsor
promotions
 Participated in street marketing for the Chicago Sky season and community events with promotional materials
from sponsors
Assisted with re-cap information illustrating key components and successes of each client program including
overview, program highlights, and photos
Assisted with fulfillment on other departments supporting sponsored programs (community relations, game
presentation, ticket sales and service)

Marketing Assistant/Intern May 2014 August 2014

Northern Illinois University Intercollegiate Athletics, DeKalb, Illinois
Coordinated, developed, and implemented various initiatives to increase overall fan experience at sporting events
Strategized, planned, and researched innovative strategic programs to increase the amount of student attendance
at games, specifically womens basketball, such as reward programs
Coordinated and helped manage events in order to engage and inform alumni, fans, and staff
Assisted with developing and creating the first student section at NIU to support athletic teams
Awarded top salesman in the renewal of football season tickets

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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Volunteer
Byond Sportz, Head Coach of 8th Grade Boys Team DeKalb, IL May 2013-May 2015
Volunteered to coach, mentor, and teach inner city youth how to be competitive on the court and in life
Strategized and communicated with parents about ways to motivate and help their children succeed
Volunteer
Operation Christmas Child 2010-Current
Collected and assisted in the distribution of food and toys for underprivileged children for the holidays

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Thesis: NCAA Recruiting Policies and Procedures May 2015
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL
Research Project: Preventing Academic Fraud in Intercollegiate Athletics December 2015

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS AND ATTENDANCE

NCAA Career in Sports Forum 2012
NCAA Emerging Leaders Seminar 2016

HONORS, AWARDS, AND PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Member of National Association of Collegiate Women Athletics Administrators (NACWAA) 2016-Present
Member of National Association of Academic Advisors (N4A) 2014-Present
Member of Northern Illinois University Womens Basketball Team 2010 2015
Student Athlete Advisory Committee Member 2011-2015
Recipient of Academic Momentum Award 2012
Academic All Mid-American Conference 2015
Mid-American Conference Honor Roll 2012, 2013, 2015
Graduate Student Affairs Association 2015-Present
President