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Daelon Adaway

Admissions Counselor

Biography

Daelon Adaway joins Ðǿմ«Ã½¹ÙÍø as an Admissions Counselor, where he is dedicated to guiding prospective students and their families through the college admissions process. He is passionate about building meaningful relationships, providing personalized support, and helping students discover the opportunities available through higher education.

Daelon brings a diverse background in customer service, communications, leadership, marketing, and event coordination. Throughout his professional and collegiate experiences, he has developed strong skills in public speaking, relationship building, community engagement, and problem-solving. A graduate of Benedict College, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications with a minor in Business Management. During his time at Benedict, Daelon held several student leadership positions that strengthened his commitment to student success and fueled his passion for making a positive impact on college students' lives.

Outside of work, Daelon enjoys singing, creating memorable events, exploring creative marketing strategies, and giving back to his community. Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he is excited to continue serving students in South Carolina and looks forward to helping future Koalas begin their own educational journeys with confidence and enthusiasm.

Awards & Accomplishments

  • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated
  • FBLA - Phi Beta Lambda Business Fraternity, Incorporated

What’s your favorite thing about living in Columbia?

As someone who relocated to Columbia from Milwaukee, WI, Daelon appreciates how welcoming the city has been. Moving to a new state can be challenging, but Columbia quickly became a place where he could grow personally and professionally. One of his favorite things about living here is the opportunity to build meaningful connections, embrace new experiences, and be part of a community that feels like home.