Began at Illinois:
December 2025

Education:
Copeland received her bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Kentucky in May 2024.

Responsibilities:
Assist with strategy, development, organization, and execution of advertising and digital campaigns to grow Fighting Illini Athletics revenue streams.

Past Experience:
Copeland joined Illinois after serving as Director of Communications for Northmoor Country Club in Highland Park, IL, and as a part-time Marketing Coordinator for Wizard Oak Brook Football Club in Oak Brook, IL. She began her professional career as an intern and then transitioned into a full-time Associate role with Res Publica Group, where she worked with a variety of clients and on live events such as Chicago State University athletics, the Maui Invitational college basketball tournament, and Kemper Sports. 

Personal:
A native of Buffalo Grove, Illinois, Copeland attended Stevenson High School.