Commencement Spotlight: Kayla Bruce

Commencement Spotlight: Kayla Bruce, Bachelor of Science in Marketing  

Future Plans: Entrepreneurship and Innovation Graduate Student, University of San Diego  

 

Kayla Bruce, a Richmond, Virginia native, will graduate on December 9 from Albany State University (ASU) with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., Delta Mu Delta International Academic Honor Society in Business, and the Pre-Alumni Council. She served as the Marketing and Advertising Club secretary and was previously a member of the Collegiate Women of Empowerment and Divas Mentoring. Passionate about service, she has volunteered with Hands on Atlanta, the Dougherty County School System, the Salvation Army, Chehaw Park, Feeding the Valley, the Lily Pad Center, and more.  

A scholar committed to excellence, she is the highest-ranking senior in the School of Business. She served as an Amazon Prime student ambassador, a Black Girl Ventures Nextgen Student Visionary, an AT&T HBCU Innovation participant, and a Thurgood Marshall College Fund Scholar and Leadership Institute participant. She received the Cargill and Enterprise Rent-A-Car TikTok scholarships and is a third-year Hope Scholarship recipient. While enrolled, she interned with Gracelife Marketing and Enterprise Rent-A-Car as a management trainee. She is passionate about giving back to her community, traveling, fitness, reading, and content creation.  

Kayla has been accepted to the University of San Diego to pursue a master’s in entrepreneurship and social innovation.  

 

Why did you choose ASU?  
I knew I was meant to be at ASU after attending the campus tour. The students, professors, and faculty made me feel welcomed, the affordable tuition, and the campus wasn't too far from home. There was no better university to attend than ASU. In addition, I picked ASU because I wanted to carry on my mother's legacy of attending an HBCU. 

 

What motivated you to learn more about your field?  
My acting and modeling school offered me a student marketing/communications gig. It was then that I developed a strong interest in marketing as a profession and knew that I wanted to study more. 
 

What do you love most about your chosen profession?  
I love the diversity, creativity, and networking opportunities that marketing offers. 
 

Who has made the most significant impact on you, and who do you consider to be a role model at ASU?  
Ms. Kimberly Whiters, Dr. Devona Mallory, Dr. Kathaleena Monds, Mrs. Leslie Charles, Dr. Devi Akella, Dr. Corrine Sweet, Dr. Edwin Nyamwala, Dr. Uzell Williams, Mr. Hatem Bata, my friends I've made here, and my line sisters, 49 E.N.C.O.R.E has made the biggest impact on me during my time at ASU. They’ve been very supportive to me, always there when I need them, and imparted several pieces of knowledge that I can apply to my future endeavors. 

What advice would you give to other ASU students?  
College is what you make it. Establish relationships, build memories, and most importantly take care of yourself mentally, physically, and emotionally. If you need help, don't be afraid to ask, and no matter how challenging or stressful school may be, always remember your purpose. You're here for a reason, remain focused on the goal and stay positive. 

 

What would you tell a high school student about choosing ASU to further their education?  
I was once in your shoes, and I will be the first to say don't think twice. Come be a part of the Ramily!