The Midwest Dairy Association welcomes Emily Schmitt of Hawkeye, Iowa as their industry relations summer intern.
Schmitt’s duties will include writing press releases and other communications materials, coordinating appearances and promotions, attending industry meetings and other events, and assisting industry leaders in coordinating special dairy events that further extend Midwest Dairy initiatives. Schmitt will also play a key role in planning dairy promotions at the 2010 Iowa State Fair, August 12-22.
“I’m excited to help Midwest Dairy further its promotion efforts,” Schmitt said. “This position combines my study of public relations with my dairy background, allowing me to stay connected to the dairy industry while practicing communication skills I will use in my career.”
Schmitt is an incoming senior at Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa. She is a communication arts major with an emphasis in public relations and minor in leadership. On campus, Schmitt works for the college’s communication and marketing department and contributes to the Wartburg Magazine. She is a writer and editor of The Trumpet, the college’s weekly newspaper, and is an account executive of Tower Agency, Wartburg’s student-run public relations firm. Schmitt also chairs the homecoming publicity committee, serves as a student senator and is captain of the dance team.
Growing up on her family’s 250-cow dairy farm, Schmitt has developed a strong background and passion for the dairy industry. She is a former Fayette County dairy princess and was active in 4-H and FFA dairy projects and contests in high school.
Source: Midwest Dairy Association