Resume

• 2015

  Computer-based Instruction (Graduate Certificate)

  The certificate in computer-based instruction prepares students to create basic instructional design

  visual design and interface design principles and then

  apply these principles using various software tools

  including computer-based

  online and virtual reality tools.

  Educational/Instructional Technology

  East Carolina University

• 2010

  MA

  The master's program in College Student Personnel at Bowling Green State University prepares practitioners for positions in student affairs through theory-based course work emphasizing student development that is complemented by professional internships in college or university settings. The explicit goal of the College Student Personnel program is to focus the concerns of its graduates on enhancing learning environments for students during their collegiate experiences.

  College Student Personnel

  Bowling Green State University

• 2002

  Semester Study Abroad

  International Business

  Resident Assistant

  Student Government Association

  Harlaxton College

  Association for Talent Development (ATD)

  Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP)

  Strengths Educator

  Clifton Strengths

• 2000

  BBA

  This BBA program at TWU develops creative and critical-thinking skills

  decision-making and analysis and change management as part of this focused

  practical “hands-on” program. As an Honors Scholar

  my senior project was to create a business plan for a local business using the Small Business Institute guidelines.

  Marketing

  Honors Scholar\nSIFE\nStudy Abroad\nAssociation of Marketing Professionals

  Texas Woman's University

• Kiwanis International

  Marketing

  Event Planning

  Student Development

  Academic Advising

  Student Affairs

  Training

  Student Leadership

  Leadership Development

  Program Development

  Resume Writing

  Student Engagement

  Leadership

  Social Networking

  Research

  Recruiting

  Event Management

  Higher Education

  Residence Life

  Interviews

  Career Counseling

  New Student Orientation

  Orientation is the place for incoming students to experience what college life will be like at Heidelberg University. Orientation welcomes new undergraduate students to campus by introducing them to resources and fostering relationships necessary for a successful transition to university life. Students and their Orientation guests learn about the university's academic expectations and opportunities for development both in and out of the classroom. Participation in Orientation allows you to:\n\nBecome familiar with campus\nTalk with faculty and staff\nExplore your interests in different majors and minors\nFinalize your class schedule\nMeet new and current students and learn from others' experiences

  Student Organizations

  Heidelberg University is known for its continued encouragement and support for student-led organizations. For more information on current organizations or tips on creating a new student organization

  login to BergLink. Berg Link is a central hub for all students to create and find out about opportunities for involvement on and off campus. Each student org

  student group

  athletic team

  and department has (or can have) their own page and URL. BergLink makes recommendations of events to go to and groups to join by matching interests. BergLink keeps track of all the activities

  events

  community service hours

  groups that each student attends in an Involvement Record. This individual record can be accessed at any time by students and campus administrators.

  Heidelberg Leadership Experience

  The HLE takes place during the spring semester and students meet monthly to focus on different leadership skills. The training modules are comprised of guest alumni presentations

  interactive workshops

  team challenges

  and leadership theory discussions. Towards the end of the Experience

  all participants will attend a retreat

  which includes camping and whitewater rafting! Each student is charged with creating a reflective journal of their HLE journey – blog

  website

  scrapbook

  photobook… the possibilities are endless!

  Wensowitch

  Andrea

  jjFOX

  Texas Woman's University

  Heidelberg University

  PepsiCo

  Wilson Community College

  East Carolina University

  Landry's Restaurants

  Harlaxton Manor

  Study Across the Pond - North America

  Terra State Community College

  Denton

  TX

  - Supervised daily operations of 24-story co-educational residence hall\n - Worked with the Director of Residence Life to facilitate residence hall operations including student room assignments

  in-hall and between-hall transfers

  occupancy reports

  and the re-application process\n - Hired

  trained

  supervised and evaluated 21 resident assistants

  Residence Hall Director (part-time)

  Texas Woman's University

  - Oversaw maintenance and programming efforts of 2 first-year coeducational residence halls\n - Served as a judicial officer and judicial hearing assistant in university judicial procedures\n\n - Assisted students with career

  internship

  and graduate school search processes\n - Prepared and delivered career development workshops to students and classes\n - Assessed student types and preferences using various instruments

  including MBTI

  True Colors and SDS – Self-Directed Search

  Heidelberg University

  jjFOX

  - Became proficient in recruitment database to document contacts and communications\n - Managed entire recruitment cycle within designated higher education market sector\n - Used pre-assessment screening methods

  including on-line and paper application form

  CV

  telephone screening and face-to-face interviews\n - Consistently worked to understand the career goals and aspirations of candidates \n - Identified new business opportunities through employment/recruiter databases

  web pages

  and networking\n - Helped implement interview and training sessions for new consultants by serving as a mentor

  Senior Recruitment Consultant

  London

  United Kingdom

  - Maintained database of candidates’ application progress\n - Advised American students on British undergraduate programs and graduate studies\n - Aided students throughout the entire application process

  including information about programs/majors

  application procedures

  finance

  scholarships

  visas

  and entry requirements via e-mail

  phone and in-person\n - Liaised with admissions advisors and staff at 20 partner universities to ensure smooth acceptance process\n - Attended graduate and international fairs

  and hosted information tables at universities across the US

  International Admissions Advisor

  London

  United Kingdom

  Study Across the Pond - North America

  - Trained and mentored new employees in an upscale restaurant in the heart of the Dallas’ business district\n - Guided 12 new members of staff through training and foundation course\n - Appointed as team leader as a result of enthusiasm and work ethic

  Landry's Restaurants

  Heidelberg University

  Tiffin

  OH

  Retention and Intervention Strategies\n-Instituted campus-wide adoption of student involvement tracking and incentive program\n-Established and administered the Co-curricular Collaboration Fund to support faculty-led academic programming\nAcademic Initiatives\n-Devised course syllabus for and instruct 3-credit Orientation Leader class and 1-credit FYE class\n-Steered the direction of first-year experience initiatives by serving on the FYE committee\nAnalysis and Reporting\n-Assessed effectiveness of departmental programs

  trainings

  and services \n-Compiled and analyzed data to assess program effectiveness and learning outcomes\nUniversity Programming and Events\n-Directed the planning

  implementation and review of University traditions\n-Oversaw activities

  events

  and programs with the student programming board\n-Coordinated

  facilitated and devised curriculum for an experiential student leadership program\nBudget Management\n-Administered 9 annual budgets\n-Monitored student organization expenditures

  revenue

  and fundraising efforts\nPolicies

  Procedures

  and Training\n-Compiled and revised handbooks

  policies

  procedures

  and community standards\n-Prepared and conducted seminars

  training

  workshops

  and campus-wide events\n-Maintained the master calendar and departmental pages\nTechnology\n-Implemented campus-wide online event management system (CollegiateLink

  OrgSync)\n-Utilized campus databases and systems

  including Banner

  OASIS2

  and GoogleApps\nMarketing and Communication\n-Published weekly campus-wide email of news

  activities

  and updates\n-Designed and distributed apparel

  print

  and online promotional materials \nAdvice and Guidance\n-Advised FYE students on academic success strategies and practices\n-Met regularly with student government

  groups

  and organizations\nSupervisory Responsibilities\n-Supervised

  mentored

  and evaluated full-time staff

  graduate assistants/interns

  and student-workers\n-Intervened during on-call crisis situations with full decision-making authority

  Director of Student Engagement

  Grantham

  England

  - Supported the Student Affairs Office by adhering to college policies and procedures\n - Created and implemented social programs for 22 residential students while being a full-time student

  Resident Assistant (part-time)

  Harlaxton Manor

  Fremont

  OH

  - Consulted first-time and current students on course selection to develop an academic plan\n - Gained familiarity with Ohio high school graduation requirements and articulation agreements\n - Alerted faculty of possible academic concerns through early-alert intervention program

  Academic Advisor (part-time)

  Terra State Community College

  Denton

  TX

  Communicated with external agencies and faculty-led programs to broaden course offerings of short-term and semester-long study abroad programs; Organized successful Study Abroad Fair and formulated informative sessions for prospective students and their parents at Open Houses and New Student Orientation; Fielded all study abroad inquiries

  Study Abroad Coordinator (part-time)

  Texas Woman's University

  As a participant in the 6-month BUNAC work-abroad program

  worked to increase promotional activities and marketing efforts in designated territory

  Sales Development Representative

  London

  United Kingdom

  PepsiCo

  Greenville

  NC

  Student Advising\n - Serve as the primary contact for advising and assisting with class scheduling for current and entering graduate business students\n - Monitor student progress towards graduation\n - Keep current students informed concerning program activities and requirements\nStudent Recruitment and Retention\n - Assist with student recruitment and retention activities \n - Plan and participate in graduate fairs or similar activities\n - Develop and foster relationships on campus and in the community\n - Provide support and guidance for current student population\nEvent Planning\n - Prepare and execute graduate programming events

  such as the annual Welcome Event for new students and the Leadership Conference \n - Organize and facilitate monthly collaborative luncheons with the Dean and current students for program feedback and assessment\nProgram Monitoring and Evaluation\n - Prepare

  evaluate

  and disseminate data pertaining to the program

  including preparation

  statistical analysis

  and interpretation of survey instruments. \n - Compile reports for program evaluation and continuous improvement. \nStudent Development\n - Plan and execute student development programs and activities that are academic and co-curricular in nature. \nCommunications\n - Initiate a comprehensive approach to communicating with various stakeholders

  including establishing and maintaining program contact and tracking of alumni.

  Assistant Director of Graduate Programs for the College of Business

  East Carolina University

  Wilson

  North Carolina

  Advising\n•\tReview admissions applications

  transcripts and supporting documentation for admissions\n•\tAdminister placement tests for prospective students to determine suitability for admission and make course decisions based on placement testing

  previous course credit

  and established guidelines\n•\tProvide one-on-one career counseling for students\nEvent Planning\n•\tManage and facilitate recruitment events at local schools and community programs\n•\tDevelop and foster relationships with Wilson County Schools and high school counselors to increase awareness of Wilson Community College’s programs and services\n•\t Conduct campus tours

  open houses

  and other on-campus recruitment activities\nAdministration\n•\tAnalyze and communicate trends and possible outcomes in institutional and regional enrollment\n•\tMaintain detailed and confidential files using written records and computer-based programs\n•\tParticipate in division planning

  market research

  and implementation of determined plans\nStudent Recruitment and Retention\n•\tServe as coordinator for recruitment and retention initiatives\n•\tDesign marketing and promotional materials for recruitment and engagement \n•\tCreate

  implement and supervise Student Ambassador program

  including recruiting

  selecting

  hiring

  and training student employees

  Recruitment Coordinator and Student Development Counselor

  Wilson Community College

  ACPA

  NASPA

  Scholarship and Research Chair - Graduate Student Network

  NODA - Association for Orientation

  Transition

  and Retention in Higher Education

  French

  Honors Scholar

  Outstanding Student Leader

  Outstanding Senior Student

  Emerging Student Leader