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Julia Burton
Personal Profile
Julia Blackford Burton is a twenty-two year old senior attending West Virginia University where she will receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism with a major emphasis in Public Relations. Julia plans to obtain a Master's degree in Business Administration. After graduation, Julia will pursue a position as an executive with a major record label while continuing to work on her music career.
Major Accomplishments
Miss West Virginia - 2004
West Virginia Volunteer of the Year - 2004
Melanne Pennington Community Service Award - 2004
Fresh Face of Lady Emily Award - 2004
Official Spokesperson for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Official Spokesperson for the Mountaineer Boys & Girls Clubs
Miss West Virginia 1st Runner Up - 2003
Winner in Swimsuit, Talent and Evening Gown Competition - 2003
Miss West Virginia Scholarship Recipient - 2003
Author and Creator of "Mentor K.I.D.S." (Kids in Diverse Situations) workbook
Implemented the Mentor K.I.D.S. workbook with the West Virginia PASS (Partnership to Assure Student Success) Program through out the state school system
Secured a $25,000 grant from the West Virginia State Legislature for the Mountaineer Boys and Girls Clubs
Secured additional improvement funds for the Mountaineer Boys & Girls Clubs
Governor's Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Public Service in promoting human welfare
Newspaper Columnist and writer
Coordinator of "Knock for the Needy" in conjunction with the Mountaineer Boys and Girls Clubs, West Virginia University and various businesses
Mentor for Mountaineer Challenge Academy West Virginia State Mentoring Initiative Program
Mentor for Monongalia County Mentoring Program
Mentor for Mountaineer Boys and Girls Clubs
Member of Coalition for West Virginia's Children
Guest Vocal Soloist of the West Virginia House of Representatives
Guest Vocal Soloist of Gus R. Douglas, Commissioner of Agriculture
Recorded a six song demo CD titled "Julia" - 2003
Initiated the Giving Back Tour
American Cancer Society Volunteer
West Virginia Special Olympics Volunteer
Scholastic Honors
- West Virginia University Dean's List - Spring 2004
- Perley Isaac Reed School of Journalism Dean's List - Spring 2004
- 3.8 GPA - Spring 2004
- West Virginia University Scholarship Recipient
- Direct admission to the Perley Isaac Reed School of Journalism
- National Youth Forum Participant
- West Virginia Young Writers Award Winner
- S.A.G.E. Award Winner
- West Virginia University - 4-Year Honor Roll
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