Our Social Media Team
The Social Media Interns @BusinessISU are connected, involved current students who are leaders in our community, convey a wealth of accurate knowledge about the College of Business (COB), span a wide variety of academic focuses and co-curricular interests, and are passionate about social media. These students are your “online tour guides” for both the undergraduate and graduate schools.
Camilla Blacha
Hello! My name is Camilla Blacha, and I’m a Junior majoring in Marketing sequenced in Integrated Marketing Communications. I’m from Bartlett, Illinois and I’m happy to be on the team again for my second year.
Outside of the COB Social Media Team, I work as the Social Media & Marketing Coordinator at Redbird Esports through Campus Recreation. As for Registered Student Organizations (RSO), I’m the Director of Social Media for Women in Business for the Fall 2025 semester. Also, it will be my third year as part of the Business Week Mentor Program. Finally, I am President of Redbird Gaming, which is also one of the largest RSOs at Illinois State.
I aspire to pursue a career in digital marketing when I graduate as I’ve always been drawn to the creative side of developing advertising campaigns and producing engaging content for social media.
In my free time, I like to create art, occasionally play video games, hang out with friends and go to the gym. You’ll most likely see me around on campus, at the Esports arena or in the College of Business.
Alejandra Caballero
Hi Everyone! My name is Alejandra Caballero. I am from Streamwood, Illinois. I am a junior majoring in International Business with a sequence in Integrated Marketing Communications. This is my second year in the social media team.
Currently I am the President of the professional business fraternity Alpha Kappa Psi, where I have also served as the Co-Rush chair and Diveristy, Equity and Inclusion Chair. Outside of school you can catch me sitting in the Quad or The Bone listening to music and hanging with my friends.
I am so excited for this year and being able to showcase eveything the College of Business has to offer to the students.
Joey Connolly
Hi everyone, my name is Joey Connolly and I am currently a Junior Risk Management & Insurance major.
On campus I’m involved within Phi Gamma Nu, and Gamma Iota Sigma
Outside of class I love trying new food, riding bikes, and watching movies.
Rachel Fadahunsi
Hi! I’m Rachel and I am a current senior majoring in Marketing with a sequence in IMC.
I am originally from Woodstock and so excited for you to see our creative posts on our socials!
Brandon Hill
Hey! My name is Brandon Hill. I'm a Senior of Business Administration from East Dubuque, Illinois.
Aside from the Social Media Team, I am a member of the Sports Marketing Student Association, work in the College of Business Advising Center, and play Drums, Piano, and Guitar. I also love sports and have been on Illinois State University's Ultimate Frisbee team all four years.
I can't wait to collaborate with my team members and create some truly unique and entertaining content for the College of Business. See you around.
Kailey Johnson
Hi everyone! My name is Kailey Johnson. I am from Washington, Illinois. I am a Junior majoring in Integrated Marketing and Communications and Advanced Marketing Analytics. I am excited to join the Social Media Team and hope to pursue a career in Social Media Marketing in the future.
Outside of the Social Media Team, I am the Vice President of Marketing for Business Week, a member of Women in Business, a member of Delta Sigma Pi, and a member of Beta Gamma Sigma.
In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis and pickleball, spending time outside, reading, and spending time with my friends and family. I am excited to work with new people in the College of Business and am looking forward to a great junior year.
Janelle Perez
Hey there! My name is Janelle. I am a sophomore majoring in Marketing with a sequence in advanced marketing analytics and a minor in Economics. I am from Carol Stream Illinois. This is my first year on the COB social media team!
Outside of this role, I am serving as the Director of Video Operations for Women in Business, and I am the Director of Academic Affairs for my sorority Alpha Delta Pi.
I have always known that marketing is something that I’ve wanted to ever since I could remember since I’ve always enjoyed video editing, photography, art, and have always seen myself as a very creative person.
Outside of School I love going to concerts, baking, drawing, watching movies, playing volleyball, and spending time with my friends and family. I love meeting new people so if you ever see me on campus don’t be afraid to say hi.
Ryan Russell
Hi everyone! My name is Ryan Russell. I am from a small town outside Peoria, Illinois called Metamora. I am a Senior majoring in Marketing with a sequence in Professional Sales and a minor in Organizational Leadership.
Outside of the social media team, I am involved in multiple organizations on campus. I am the Treasurer of Sigma Pi Fraternity. I am also the President of the Interfraternity Council. Additionally, I am the Student Trustee on the Board of Trustees.
In my free time I love to be around friends. I am extroverted so we could be doing anything, but as long as I am around others, I am having a good time. I am excited for this school year to get going and I wish everyone the best of luck this school year.
Jonathan Snelgrove
"Hi everyone! My name is Jonathan Snelgrove. I am a junior double-majoring in Management - Organizational Leadership & Marketing - Professional Sales.
In addition to the COB Social Media Team, I am actively involved in multiple Registered Student Organizations (RSO) within the College of Business. I currently serve as the Vice President for Business Week, and am a member in Phi Gamma Nu, Sales Excellence Academy, and Beta Gamma Sigma. Getting involved early in COB RSOs was undoubtedly the best decision of my college career.
Outside of class and working as an Admissions Ambassador for the ISU Office of Admissions, I enjoy running, hanging out with friends, and playing pickleball.
I’m excited to be part of the social media team and look forward to showcasing all the great things happening in the ISU College of Business.
Averi Stephens
Hi everyone! My name is Averi Stephens. I am a Senior Marketing major with sequences in Integrated Marketing Communications and Advanced Marketing Analytics. I am from Taylorville, Illinois, a small town south of Springfield.
Outside of the Social Media Team, I am a Marketing Intern in the College of Business, President of the Business Week Team, and a Student Manager in the Office of Admissions.
In my free time, I love being with my friends. I enjoy going on walks, playing pickleball, going to concerts, and getting frozen yogurt! I am so excited to be apart of the Social Media Team.
Paige Tenuto
Hi everyone! My name is Paige Tenuto and I am a Senior majoring in Integrated Marketing Communications and Advanced Marketing Analytics.
Outside of the social media team, I am on the Mentor Mentee Team for Business Week, a member of Gamma Phi Beta, and social media chair for the Share Shop.
In my free time, I enjoy trying new foods and traveling with friends and family. I am thrilled to be a part of the team this year and can’t wait to see what my upcoming year on the team holds.
Jocelyn Tobin
Hello! My name is Jocelyn Toben. I am a senior majoring in Marketing with sequences in Integrated Marketing Communications and Advanced Marketing Analytics. I am so excited to be a part of this team this year and to represent the College of Business.
Outside of the Social Media Team, I work as an office assistant in the Kinesiology and Recreation Department. I also serve as the Vice President of Women in Business, am the editor-in-chief of Marketing Matters, and am a member of the Honors Program.
When I am not in the College of Business, I enjoy going to the gym, spending time with my friends and family, and cooking new recipes.
Natalie Yeoman
Hello everyone! My name is Natalie Yeoman, and I am from Freeport, Illinois. I recently transferred to Illinois State from Highland Community College, where I earned my Associate of Arts degree. I am now a junior majoring in Marketing with a double sequence in Marketing Analytics and Integrated Marketing Communications.
As a new student in the College of Business, I am excited to bring a different perspective as a transfer student and help share all the amazing things the COB has to offer. I am also part of the Honors Program and work in the Presidential and Trustee Events Office on campus.
In my free time, you can catch me camping, lying out by the pool to get a good tan, or listening to live music. I love meeting new people and making connections; it is one of the best and most important parts of the college experience. I am looking forward to working with the social media team to bring fun, engaging, and informative content to your feed.
Staff Team Members
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Megan Lapping
Office Support Specialist
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Joyce Parmenter
IT Tech Associate
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Ginny Smith
Director of Student Success and Enrollment
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Steve Vandiver
Executive Director of Marketing & Communication