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The MHC Branding Team


The Mahurin Honors College at WKU is proud to host a dynamic student-ledbranding team, dedicated to shaping and promoting the college's identity. Comprised of driven and creative individuals, this team plays a pivotal role in showcasing the essence and values of our institution. Explore our scholar's lives and our honors community on your favorite social media platform below. 

 

Honors social media and content are deftly curated by the following amazing individuals!

 

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Kinslei Crouch
Team Lead

"Being the Branding Team Lead has taught me how to manage a creative team and bring big-picture ideas to life. I’ve learned to balance project timelines, mentor others, and collaborate with every part of the Honors community. The role helped me grow as a leader and a communicator—skills I’ll carry long after graduation."

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Haley Magnuson
Multimedia Specialist

"As a Multimedia Specialist, I get to tell Honors stories through video and photography. Whether it's capturing events or filming student spotlights, I love using visuals to highlight the energy and impact of the MHC. This role sharpened my technical skills and taught me how to shape narratives through a creative lens."

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Carlee Hite
Multimedia Specialist

"This role let me combine creativity with purpose. I’ve filmed interviews, created recap reels, and explored new ways to make our digital presence more engaging. Working on projects that actually get posted and shared has been so rewarding—it feels good to know my work represents the MHC experience."

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Emma Childress
Writing Specialist

"Writing for the Branding Team has pushed me to develop a professional voice and think about audience engagement. I’ve written everything from student features to campaign captions, all while learning how to collaborate in a creative team. It’s a great way to grow as a writer and build a portfolio that matters."

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Sydney Higdon
Social Media Specialist

"Being the Social Media Specialist means staying on top of trends and finding creative ways to showcase the Honors experience. I’ve managed campaigns, brainstormed content ideas, and built engagement across platforms. It’s been a chance to be strategic and creative at the same time."

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Kayla White
Graphic Design Specialist

"As the team’s Graphic Design Specialist, I get to bring our message to life visually—whether that’s designing Instagram posts, event flyers, or digital graphics for campus displays. It’s helped me strengthen my skills in branding, consistency, and design thinking, all while making a real impact on our community’s visibility."

 

Interested in joining the team?

To be eligible, you must be a current honors students in good academic standing making active progress toward the honors curriculum. A background in graphic or web design is not a must for consideration, and we require all interested applicants to submit a portfolio containing 3-5 examples. Please email your portfolio and your letter of interest to mhc.branding@wku.edu. Students selected for branding team earn honors internship credit for their work.

Benefits of joining the team

  • Hands-On Experience: Joining the Mahurin Honors College Branding Team offers students invaluable hands-on experience in marketing, design, content creation, and strategic planning.
  • Portfolio Building: Members have the opportunity to build an impressive portfolio of work, showcasing their creativity and skills to prospective employers.
  • Networking: Engaging with professionals in the field, collaborating with faculty and staff, and interacting with fellow students fosters valuable networking opportunities that can open doors to future career paths.
  • Leadership Development: Taking on roles within the branding team cultivates leadership skills, teamwork, and project management abilities, essential for success in any professional setting.

 

For any questions, contact the WKU Mahurin College Team.



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 Last Modified 7/24/25