About Maddie
Check out my resume (PDF) and media mentions below.
I strive to create effective communications campaigns that emphasize key messaging, maximize use of visuals, showcase and reach diverse audiences, and embody an organization's mission and visual/written brand.
Here's a bit about my journey so far:
Here's a bit about my journey so far:
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CURRENT WORKI joined the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) in March 2020, where, as a Web + Digital Specialist, I partner with stakeholders across the Institute to create powerful digital content that increases coverage and understanding of science and medicine in journalism and society.
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EDUCATIONThe University of Iowa
MASTER OF ARTS, 2020 | 3.97 GPA Strategic Communication BACHELOR OF ARTS, 2016 | 4.02 GPA Journalism & Mass Communication, with Honors Gender, Women's & Sexuality Studies, with Honors Certificate: Fundraising and Philanthropy Communication |
Tidal Basin, Washington, D.C.
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University of Iowa Campus Recreation & Wellness Center, Iowa City, Iowa
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EDUCATIONHonors & Awards
Graduate with Highest Distinction, 2016 Phi Beta Kappa, 2016 Harry S. Truman Scholarship National Finalist, 2015 NCAA DIVISION I STUDENT-ATHLETE, 2016 Women's Swimming NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship, 2016 Big Ten Distinguished Scholarship, 2013-2016 Academic All-Big Ten Conference, 2013-2016 |
HALL OF FAMEIn November 2019, I was inducted into the Iowa High School Swimming Hall of Fame at the Iowa Girls High School Swimming State Championship Meet.
This was one of the happiest days of my life — a true honor and outstanding way to celebrate 13 years as a competitive swimmer. I hung up my goggles in retirement in 2015, but hard work, tenacity, and time management are all skills learned in athletics that I’ve carried into my professional life. Swimming will always have a special place in my heart. |
Marshalltown YMCA-YWCA, Marshalltown, Iowa
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SCUBA DIVINGAfter weeks of studying and pool training, I became a PADI Open Water Diver while traveling abroad in July 2021, then an Enriched Air Diver in December 2021.
Having grown up in competitive swimming, I love being able to tap into water skills learned in my childhood and apply them in a fresh and new way - all while exploring beautiful underwater worlds. |
Resume
Updated January 2022
My Mentions
Updated April 2021
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Alumni Career PanelUniversity of Iowa | April 6, 2021
The Association of Fundraising Professionals Collegiate Chapter at the University of Iowa hosted an Alumni Career Panel featuring recent UI alumni who work for nonprofit organizations. Watch>> |
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Ames school board discusses naming new pool after longtime swim coach Dan FlanneryAmes Tribune | August 4, 2020
The Ames school district is looking into naming the new Ames High pool after longtime boys’ and girls’ swim coach Dan Flannery, who died of a brain aneurysm in late July. Read more>> |
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Ames School Board: Name the new pool after Coach Dan FlanneryAmes Community School Board | August 3, 2020
I spoke before the Ames Community School Board urging its directors to consider naming the new Ames High School pool after the late Coach Dan Flannery. Watch >> |
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Name the new pool with a purpose; name it after Dan FlanneryAmes Tribune | July 28, 2020
Coach Flannery passed away in July 2020. The tragedy here is that he will never be able to coach in the pool he fought so hard to build. Naming Ames High School's new pool after Coach Dan Flannery is the perfect way to memorialize his legacy in the Ames community. Read more >> |
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Ames swimming coach Dan Flannery remembered as historic figure in Iowa coaching Des Moines Register | July 22, 2020
When former Ames High School swimmer Maddie Bro returned home to be inducted into the Iowa High School Swim Coaches Hall of Fame in 2019, she watched a video of her team’s first state championship celebration. Read more >> |
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Onboarding During COVID-193 Tips for Making a Great First Impression VirtuallyThrive Global | April 10, 2020
Career coaches and human resources professionals will tell you that when working from home, employees should communicate more than you would at the office. Well, when onboarding from home, new hires should do more of everything. Read more >> |
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Political Party Live featuring Beto O’RourkeLittle Village Mag | March 20, 2019
Beto O'Rourke sat down with the Political Party Live podcast at RAYGUNshirts in Cedar Rapids during his first trip to Iowa after announcing his candidacy for president. Regional Director of Planned Parenthood Maddie Bro asked O'Rourke what long-term changes he would institute to protect a woman's right to choose if elected in 2020, starting at 10:12. Watch >> |
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College Swimmer Grabs an Oar for Reproductive RightsActWorthy | February 14, 2018
Swimming helped Maddie Bro develop the discipline and commitment to devote herself completely to the causes she cares about most. Read more >> |
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The Political Party talks progressive issues and drawing in future leadersKGAN CBS 2 | June 18, 2017
Producer Maddie Bro and podcast host Stacey Walker talks on Iowa In Focus about The Political Party's new attempts to get younger voters involved in politics through public events and podcast recordings. Watch >> |
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Breaking ConfinementFools Magazine | April 26, 2017
Almost every Friday for the past 17 years, Rachel Williams has been in prison. Read More >> |
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Champions for women's leadershipUniversity of Iowa, Iowa Now | April 2, 2015
The celebration will honor these three faculty/staff members, as well as six UI students, who have all demonstrated a dedication to scholarship, research, service, leadership, and activism. Read more >> |
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Bro Meets the First LadyUniversity of Iowa Athletics | October 22, 2014
The experience University of Iowa women's swimmer Maddie Bro had Oct. 21 at the Iowa Memorial Union is one she won't soon forget. Read more >> |
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Mason, student advisors hold initial meeting on sexual misconductUniversity of Iowa, Iowa Now | April 21, 2014
The University of Iowa President’s Student Advisory Committee on Sexual Misconduct held its inaugural meeting with President Sally Mason and other campus officials this morning, receiving its charge, selecting leaders, and setting goals for future meetings. Read more >> |
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