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Abbigale Martin<\/p><\/div>\n

The freedom to explore different career paths in college can be a burden as much as a gift for students, including Abbigale Martin \u201921 BA.<\/p>\n

Martin first chose English as her major based on a love of writing, then pursued Human Communication with a Business and Professionalism Track after transferring to UCF from Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) in 2019. But even that field offered multiple options, and she felt the pressure to pick the right one. That\u2019s where the Nicholson School of Communication and Media Mentorship Program proved its worth.<\/p>\n

Martin was paired with Gwen Griffin BA \u201985, founder and chief executive officer of Griffin Communications Group, during the fall of 2020. Martin\u2019s mentor has a resume that spans 35 years and just about every aspect of communications Martin might consider for a job, including director of marketing for NASA-Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and area marketing manager for Southwest Airlines.<\/p>\n

Together they talked over Martin\u2019s past internships, passions and the kind of workplace her personality would find a home. Griffin\u2019s expert insight suggested Martin would fit well in an agency environment just like the one she operated. That led to an internship with Griffin Communications Group, and following graduation this May, a permanent position as an assistant account executive for Martin.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve hired a lot of people over the past 25 years. I\u2019ve found that you and the agency itself are always happier when the work fits your personality,\u201d said Griffin, who also chairs the College of Sciences Dean\u2019s Advisory Board.<\/p>\n

Martin benefited from Griffin\u2019s input and encouragement as she wrapped up her college education. Perhaps more importantly, talking with Griffin and other mentors within the program erased some of the guesswork on where to pursue a career.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve discovered I really enjoy working somewhere that brings something new every day,\u201d Martin said. \u201cYou have to wear a lot of hats to work in an agency. I love that.\u201d<\/p>\n

This was Griffin\u2019s first semester as a mentor, but she strongly endorses the program. It was personally rewarding to see Martin succeed, Griffin said, but it was also a boon for her business to tap into the young workforce.<\/p>\n

\u201cAbbi knows a lot about digital media, and our team is learning from her, too,\u201d Griffin said. \u201cWe\u2019re letting her take lead on projects where we know she will excel.\u201d<\/p>\n

Endorsements for the program come from all quarters.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Nicholson School\u2019s Mentoring Program is yet another shining example of the dedication, concern and commitment our alumni have to the school and their future fellow alums,” said NSCM’s Senior Associate Director, Boyd Lindsley, BA \u201904, MA \u201906, Ed.D. \u201915. “The immense growth in just the few years since the program has been established underscores their commitment and the usefulness of the program.”<\/p>\n

NSCM Mentorship Program Chair Sean Helton ’96 adds: \u201cThanks to the dedication of (Director Robert Littlefield, Ph.D.) the NSCM faculty, staff and alumni board, the mentorship program has grown into an incredible opportunity for our students. We have paired hundreds of students with alumni who have risen to the highest ranks in their fields and who want to pass that experience on. Along with an education from our award-winning faculty, the mentorship program helps prepare NSCM students for a successful career.\u201d<\/p>\n

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