Cara Trauscht
About Cara Trauscht
Cara Trauscht is an Americorps Member and Program Specialist at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, where she has worked since 2017. She has a background in communication and various roles in marketing, public relations, and community service.
Work at Greater Chicago Food Depository
Cara Trauscht has been serving as an Americorps Member - Program Specialist at the Greater Chicago Food Depository since 2017. In this role, she focuses on community service and food security initiatives, contributing to the operational success of the organization. Her work involves engaging with the community to address food insecurity and improve access to resources.
Education and Expertise
Cara Trauscht studied Communication at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2014 to 2017. This academic background supports her work in program specialization and community engagement. She also attended the University of Minnesota for one year prior to transferring to the University of Illinois.
Professional Experience
Prior to her current role, Cara Trauscht gained diverse experience through various internships and positions. She worked as an Office Assistant at the University of Minnesota for three months in 2014, a Copywriting Intern at Stevens & Tate Marketing in 2016, and a Public Relations Intern at Her Campus Media from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she held positions as a Student Assistant at the University of Illinois and a Marketing Intern at Illini Media.
Community Engagement and Service
Throughout her career, Cara Trauscht has demonstrated a commitment to community service. During her service year with AmeriCorps at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, she focused on initiatives that promote food security. Her role as Campus Relations Chair for Illinithon from 2015 to 2017 also reflects her dedication to community engagement.