Samara Leger
Baton Rouge
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in managing collaborative initiatives that drive community engagement. Achieved over 2 million views across digital campaigns while fostering organizational collaboration. Aspiring legal professional pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD) with a focus on advocacy and public policy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Vice President
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)
01.2026 - Current
- Executed high-level leadership for council representing 9 organizations and 4 Greek committees, serving as liaison between executive boards, committees, and campus leadership to enhance collaboration.
- Chaired and coordinated major council-wide programs, initiatives, and collaborative events, representing organization at Unity Council meetings and university functions to foster community engagement.
- Supported strategic planning, organizational operations, and inter-organizational communication, strengthening campus engagement and enhancing member collaboration.
Heritage & Archives Chair
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
11.2025 - Current
- Documented and preserved chapter history through photography, videography, and digital media management for 20+ signature events, enriching experience for 140+ members.
- Created engaging visual content that strengthened chapter branding and increased member engagement and event visibility.
- Maintained organized media archives and managed chapter storage unit, ensuring accessibility and preservation of organizational materials.
Media Committee
Collegiate 100
03.2025 - Current
- Designed and published 82+ multimedia posts, including graphics, promotional materials, and video content across social media platforms.
- Contributed to digital content strategy, social media engagement, and creative campaign brainstorming, enhancing organizational outreach and visibility.
- Captured behind-the-scenes content and event coverage, fostering member engagement and boosting online interaction.
Social Media Manager, Miller Hall
Community Marketing Internship Program
Baton Rouge
08.2024 - Current
- Generated 2.1M+ views and 300K+ likes across digital content within 93 weeks, increasing online visibility and audience interaction.
- Executed strategic social media campaigns to promote initiatives and events for Resident Assistants, Community Council, and the Residence Hall Association.
- Created and directed original graphics, videos, and promotional campaigns focused on student engagement and campus programming.
- Developed digital outreach and engagement strategies for residence halls, student organizations, and campus communities.
- Collaborated with leadership teams to align content strategies with student outreach and engagement goals.
Resident Assistant
Miller Hall
Baton Rouge
08.2024 - Current
- Supervised residential community of 540+ students and families, fostering a safe and inclusive living environment.
- Oversaw and mentored 50+ residents, facilitating roommate agreements, resolving conflicts, and developing community initiatives.
- Functioned as essential personnel and a Campus Security Authority during emergencies, addressing crises, safety concerns, and policy violations with professionalism and discretion.
- Conducted overnight 12-hour duty shifts and performed building rounds 3 times nightly while coordinating with LSU Police Department and Coordinators on Call.
- Recognized for exceptional leadership and resident engagement by earning Resident Assistant of the Year and MVP for Miller Hall honors.
- Maintained student confidentiality and upheld university policies while serving as a reliable resource for resident support and crisis management.
Community Service & Fundraising Committee
Black Student Union (BSU)
08.2024 - Current
- Led efforts for 2 years to engage members consistently and coordinated large-scale service initiatives.
- Facilitated donation drives and fundraising initiatives, identifying community needs and service opportunities to enhance program impact.
- Coordinated and supported 10 monthly community service initiatives over a 3-month span, contributing to programming efforts impacting 1,000+ students and community members.
- Coordinated with neighboring organizations, schools, and community partners to broaden outreach and reinforce external partnerships.
Volunteer Coordinator
Gamma Beta Phi (GBP)
08.2024 - Current
- Promoted community service opportunities, enhancing member participation and strengthening organizational involvement.
- Supported volunteer engagement and service-based programming initiatives over 2 years, fostering accountability among volunteers.
- Tracked and maintained volunteer hour documentation for 150+ members through TigerLink, ensuring accurate reporting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Law, Ethics, & Social Justice Concentration, Business Administration, Communication Studies
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA12-2026
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Policy Compliance
- Policy Enforcement
- Risk Management
- Executive Communication
- Leadership Development
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Social Media Analytics
- Content Creation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Confidentiality Management
Honors Awards Leadership Recognition
- Resident Assistant of the Year, 2025-2026
- Resident Assistant MVP, Miller Hall, 2024-2025 & 2025-2026
- Miss Black LSU - Titleholder, 11/25
- LSU Black Scholar Recognition, 04/24
- Dean's List, Fall 2023-Spring 2024, Fall 2025
Leadership Experience
- National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), Executive Vice President | 01/26 - Present
Execute high-level leadership responsibilities for a council representing 9 organizations and 4 Greek committees, while serving as a liaison between executive boards, committees, and campus leadership., Chair and coordinate major council-wide programs, initiatives, and collaborative events, while representing the organization at Unity Council meetings and university functions., Support strategic planning, organizational operations, and inter-organizational communication to strengthen campus engagement and member collaboration.
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Heritage & Archives Chair | 11/25 - Present
Document and preserve chapter history through photography, videography, and digital media management for 20+ signature events serving 140+ members., Maintain organized media archives and oversee management of the chapter storage unit to ensure accessibility and preservation of organizational materials., Create engaging visual content that enhances chapter branding, member engagement, and event visibility.
- Collegiate 100, Media Committee | 03/25 - Present,
Contribute to digital content strategy, social media engagement, and creative campaign brainstorming to strengthen organizational outreach and visibility., Designed and published 82+ multimedia posts, including graphics, promotional materials, and video content across social media platforms., Capture behind-the-scenes content and event coverage to increase member engagement and online interaction.
- Black Student Union (BSU), Community Service & Fundraising Committee | 08/24 - Present,
Coordinated and supported 10 monthly community service initiatives over a 3-month span, contributing to programming efforts impacting 1,000+ students and community members., Collaborated with neighboring organizations, schools, and community partners to expand outreach opportunities and strengthen external partnerships., Assisted with donation drives, fundraising initiatives, and program execution while identifying community needs and service opportunities., Served in leadership role for 2 years, supporting consistent member engagement and large-scale service coordination.
- Gamma Beta Phi (GBP), Volunteer Coordinator | 08/24 - Present,
Managed and tracked volunteer hour documentation for 150+ members through TigerLink while ensuring accurate reporting and record maintenance., Identified and promoted community service opportunities to increase member participation and organizational involvement., Served in the role for 2 years, supporting volunteer engagement, accountability, and service-based programming initiatives.
Timeline
Executive Vice President
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)
01.2026 - Current
Heritage & Archives Chair
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
11.2025 - Current
Media Committee
Collegiate 100
03.2025 - Current
Social Media Manager, Miller Hall
Community Marketing Internship Program
08.2024 - Current
Resident Assistant
Miller Hall
08.2024 - Current
Community Service & Fundraising Committee
Black Student Union (BSU)
08.2024 - Current
Volunteer Coordinator
Gamma Beta Phi (GBP)
08.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy, Law, Ethics, & Social Justice Concentration, Business Administration, Communication Studies
Louisiana State University