Alumni Spotlights


Megan Maurer
Class Year: ’19
Majors: Public Relations and Communication
Current Hometown: New York City, New York
Job:
Senior eCommerce Marketing Specialist at Reprise Digital
“The coursework provided in the Communication and Digital Media Department gave me the opportunity to learn more about how we can connect with various audiences and the importance of brand integrity.”

Craig Morelli
Class Year: ’15
Majors: Communications and Digital Media
Job:
Industry Relations Representative for the Federal Reserve System of the United States
“Liberal arts programs give such a wide range of experiences that it’s easy to tailor your abilities to any number of jobs. Carthage gave me the skills to adapt and work under pressure while still doing high-quality work.”

Paige Preusse
Class Year: ’11
Majors: Communication and Public Relations
Current Hometown: Chicago, Illinois
Job:
Head of Communications for Prepared Foods at Tyson Foods
“At Carthage, you’re not just a number. The smaller class sizes and personal dedication from professors guaranteed that I was getting the most out of my liberal arts education.”

Serena Sessoms
Class Year: ’13
Majors: Graphic Design, Communication, Public Relations
Current Hometown: Gurnee, Illinois
Job:
Account Manager at GFX International
“Carthage makes you think outside of your field and see things from different perspectives. You are not isolated in your specific fields all four years of school. This allows you to broaden your background knowledge, and gives you an upper hand in the corporate world.”

Matt Thome
Class Year: ’17
Majors: Public Relations, Sports Marketing & Communication
Current Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Job:
Sr. CX Strategy Consultant for Southwest Airlines
“Take advantage of every opportunity that is presented to you. It’s the best way to help shape your path for how you want to live your life both professionally and personally.”

Marissa Weiler
Class Year: ’14
Majors: Public Relations
Current Hometown: Kyle, Texas
Job:
Behavior Analyst (BCBA and LBA) at Behavioral Innovations
“My Carthage experience helped me see that I am not limited to what I can do to make an impact if it is something I am really passionate about. I just can’t be afraid to try and fail to figure out what that is.”