Reagan Dowd

Pronouns: 

She/Her

Sonoma State Grad Year:

2018

Degree:

Communication and Media Studies, B.A. 

What is your current position and/or the industry you work in?

Social Media and Influencer Manager for the Walt Disney Company. I used to say “I want to be famous for something one day.” But now I get to work alongside famous people every day. 

What were your campus involvements at SSU?

Greek Life: Gamma Phi Beta and Panhellenic Representative for SSU. I worked on campus at Associated Students as a social media manager where I used my skills to develop a lifelong passion I turned into a career. I was part of many Communication and Media Studies programs including the STAR newspaper and SSU Studio Blue.

How has Sonoma State made an impact in your life today?

Sonoma State has given me more than I thought I'd find. Not only a solid outcome for a career, but best friends that turned into bridesmaids, my favorite local eatery spots, a love for adventuring, and an appreciation of our outdoors. I immersed myself with so many good people and places. I would give anything to go back and relive it.

What advice would you give to a current student or recent graduate?

Follow your passions. I knew I always had a knack for technology, phones, and trends on the internet. Little did I know, it would lead me to my greatest career adventure. I think when you find a passion and can earn income from it—you never work a day in your life. I feel really lucky to wake up every day and get to know I'm living my dreams that SSU helped make.