Jasmine Edna Guy
A young woman destined to change the world by improving the lives of women and children, Jasmine Edna Guy is a staunch advocate for educational access and opportunity. As a natural leader, she noticed that communities are suffering and are no longer safely anchored to solid principles. Concerned that Chicago communities are beginning to drift without a clearly defined road map, Jasmine answered her calling through community activism. Guy is committed to bringing lasting, personal change into the lives of women and children.
Through solving problems, creating new initiatives, and forming partnerships at the intersection of community, business, and not-for-profits, Jasmine Guy has managed 500+ volunteers, fundraised over $250,000 for worthy causes, and designed 100+ events and programs. Through her service in the community, Jasmine has proven that young professionals can make a difference through leading by example.
Jasmine Guy is active on many boards in Chicago. She is currently the Vice President for Membership for the Steppenwolf Theatre Auxiliary Council, whose primary goal is to expose Chicago Public students to the Arts. She is also the 2nd Vice President for Fundraising for the Women’s Board of the Chicago Urban League, a member of the Bronzeville Lighthouse Charter School, a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, and the National Alumnae Association of Spelman College. Guy also volunteers and sponsors an annual toy drive with her family for the women and children at the Institute for Women Today—Maria Shelter in Chicago’s Englewood community. She was also a member of the Young and Powerful, which was influential in mobilizing young people to register and vote during President Obama’s first presidential election.
Determined to change the world, Jasmine attended Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, where she graduated magna cum laude in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in both Psychology and English with a minor in Comparative Women’s Studies. While at Spelman College, she entered into the political arena and worked on the mayoral campaign to elect the first African American woman as mayor in the city of Atlanta, Mayor Shirley Franklin. She also served on the Student Government Association and was a member of the Spelman Spotlight newspaper as an Opinions and Editorial columnist. Guy earned her Master of Arts degree in Human Resources Development from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2006 and professional certificates in Strategic Communications in 2010 and Project Management in 2011 from the University of Chicago. Following her graduate studies, Jasmine interned with the Illinois State Senate on the Communications and Research staff. Jasmine Guy is currently a Training Specialist at the University of Chicago and the Assistant Business Manager at Ivy League Tutoring on Chicago’s South Side.
Recently appointed as the Vice President for Membership for the Steppenwolf Theatre Auxiliary Council.
Experience
I currently work with Foley & Lardner LLP
as Diversity & Inclusion Specialist
I have 2 years of experience working in the
Legal industry.
Diversity & Inclusion Specialist|
Foley & Lardner LLP
From April 2015 to Current • 11 year(s)
Advises firm leadership on diversity and inclusion practices, manages recruiting strategies, analyzes internal data, and oversees $350K budget while implementing programs that increased engagement by 40%.
Training & Marketing Analyst, Alumni Relations & Development|
University of Chicago
From August 2014 to April 2015 • 1 year(s)
Managed design and implementation of instructor-led learning events, conducted training needs analysis, and measured program outcomes for fundraising and alumni engagement.
Training Specialist, Alumni Relations & Development|
University of Chicago
From November 2011 to July 2014 • 3 year(s)
Designed and delivered training courses on donor database and campaign strategy for 400+ fundraisers across global offices to support $4B fundraising efforts.
Special Assistant to the Associate Vice President, Human Resource Services|
University of Chicago
From September 2007 to November 2011 • 4 year(s)
Served as Chief of Staff to 50 staff members, designed professional development programs that increased organizational effectiveness by 35%, and supported diversity initiatives.
Communications and Research Intern/Legislative Assistant to Senator Don Harmon|
Office of the Senate President Emil Jones Jr., Illinois State Senate
From August 2006 to June 2007 • 1 year(s)
Collaborated with senators and community organizations in legislative hearings, increased media coverage by 25%, and staffed Revenue and Education committees.
Wow !!!, the famous Jasmine Guy of Spelman and DST !!!
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Lou Thomas on 05/12/2008
Just wanted to spread some love to your page while I was procrastinating at work! :) LOL! My sis is a DST. Holla!
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Reginald Culpepper on 12/10/2007
I would just like some information on how one can become a Delta Sigma Theta if you are going to a community or private college that does not offer sorority at their schools.
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Shondell Oliver on 09/11/2007
Hey, My name is Empress and in two years I plan to attend spelman, so i wanna ask u...how was ur freshman year?
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Empress Henderson on 07/08/2007
Hi Sis, want 2 b cordial & wish U the best in all your Hopes, Dreams, Goals & Aspirations Destined 4 U. Pleasure 2 b Your 3rd GBook sign. God Bless, sincerest Rattla Alum
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WILLIAM W. HEMMANS III on 07/07/2007
