What do Disney, Communications, Theatre, and Service have in common?

    The answer is me! Here's why...

 

    I've always had a dream of working for Disney, but I never was quite sure how to get there. When I was young, my parents took our family to Disney World every year. My two sisters and I knew everything there was to know about the 4 parks and 2 waterparks at Disney World. We could tell you where the closest bathroom was no matter where you were in the park without looking at a map for reference. The photo here is of the three of us (I am in the middle!). I don't quite know how long ago it was, but I am 21 years old now, for reference. My name is Amanda Moss and I am from Yonkers, New York. Working for Disney is still my ultimate goal, but for now, I can tell you a little bit of what I've been up to. 

       I currently attend High Point University and am an honors student in my junior year. I study Advertising, Public Relations, and Strategic Communications as well as Theatre. I’ve always had a passion for the arts, so I decided to take on Theatre as a minor. I found an interest in Communications after taking an introductory level course in the field during the first semester of my freshman year. I believe that combining both areas of study provides me with the skills to be very successful following graduation. I plan to pursue a graduate degree from my university in Communications and Business Leadership immediately following the completion of my undergraduate career. Connecting my current educational plans to my Disney plans, I develop the definition of my dream job, Public Relations Manager dealing with Opening Attractions in Disney Parks. Not only will I be equipped with the professional knowledge of the field, but also have the charismatic and confident persona that comes from studying theatre performance. This is the direction I plan to head in but I am open to new opportunities at all times.

            Aside from my studies, I actively participate in community service through my involvement in Habitat for Humanity as well as the community service fraternity, Alpha Phi Omega. I am on the executive board for the Habitat Club at my university and serve as the Social Media and Public Relations chair. This allows me to gain experience in my area of study while doing what I love, participating in builds! I participate in other service as well such as volunteering at a local therapeutic learning center called HORSEPOWER where I help clean horse stalls and other chores. I am also very involved in music. I can’t imagine my life without music. I am a member of the HPU Chamber Singers ensemble that practices five days a week. That may seem like a lot, and it is, but I am lucky enough to have the opportunity to make beautiful music every weekday. I also am involved in the music ministry at a local church! 

Disney, Dream Job, Communications, Theatre, Service, Habitat for Humanity, Social Media, Alpha Phi Omega