Rachel Hanson - Associate Director, Metropolitan State University

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Sound SorceressesEditor in Chief

Jun. 2023I'm the Editor-in-Chief for Sound Sorceresses, a quarterly online magazine that highlights the incredible work women are doing in podcasting

Metro State UniversityAssociate Director of Gateway Student Services

Mar. 2023St Paul, Minnesota, United StatesAs the Associate Director, I serve as part of the Strategic Enrollment and Communications Division for the University. I oversee a range of direct services to students that include financial aid, registration, and cashiering/billing. I also provide work direction to the Gateway Associates that aligns with their professional development goals and the strategic vision for the University.

FreelancePodcast Editor and Producer

Nov. 2020• Act as a member of on-air talent for What the Finance, providing consistent presence on weekly episodes. What the Finance is recorded in a multi-track model using Zoom. • Serve as the audio editor for What the Finance, GraysMatter Podcast, Life After the Uniform, Discover Dakota County, and Mindset of a Mom, Minority, and MD. I utilize Adobe Audition to mix and master audio for clarity and storytelling purposes. • Coordinate and execute the production of What the Finance, Discover Dakota County, and Mindset of a Mom, Minority, and MD by researching episode topics, scheduling interviews, writing show notes, and publishing episodes.

Metro State UniversityGateway Associate

Feb. 2018 - Mar. 2023Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul AreaAs a Gateway Associate, I have the opportunity to serve students from a variety of backgrounds to succeed in their personal, professional, and academic lives. I do this by collaborating with departments across the University, educating and coaching students to navigate the systems in place within higher education, and being a proactive relationship builder.

Vote Run LeadMinnesota State Fellow

Sep. 2022 - Dec. 2022As the Minnesota State Fellow for Vote Run Lead, I assist the Minnesota State Director in researching and building topic-specific curriculum, work with Vote Run Lead's NationBuilder database for data collection, and assist with event logistics and preparation.

The Relationship BloggerColumnist

Apr. 2017 - Oct. 2018I wrote a column for The Relationship Blogger designed to help parents of young children to maintain and grow their relationships through this challenging phase of life.

The Good Men ProjectColumnist

Apr. 2018 - Jun. 2018Rachel is a blogger who writes dominantly about parenting and ways to juggle “having it all” even though she thinks that phrase is ridiculous. She also thinks that time management and cutting yourself a little slack are key to managing all the pieces of your life.

Metropolitan State UniversityOffice Coordinator

Jun. 2017 - Feb. 2018Saint Paul, MNAs the SLLD Office Coordinator, I worked to maintain the offices, administer key support activities for the department’s complex programming, coordinate services and monitor the budgets under control of Student Life and Leadership Development, Commencement and New Student Orientation, and the Student Center. I also facilitated, advised, and oversaw the internal logistics for events held in the Student Center by external and internal clients.

Metropolitan State UniversityProgram Support

May. 2014 - May. 2017St. Paul, MNIn my time as Program Support in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, I supported students and faculty in a variety of ways including preparing meeting materials, sending correspondence to current and potential students, providing technical support to faculty and advising staff, and preparing financial reports for the CNHS Office Manager, college Dean, and Department Chairs utilizing the Integrated Statewide Record System (ISRS). I also developed independent processes to expedite student appeals and collecting data related to the student experience within the college.

Minnesota State College Student AssociationExecutive Assistant

Jul. 2013 - May. 2014West St. Paul, MNIn my role as the Executive Assistant, I worked closely with the Executive Director to track expenses, served as the liaison to an outside bookkeeping company, and provided guidance to the Fiscal Committee related specifically to the wise stewardship of student dollars.

ZeroChaosAds Quality Rater

Dec. 2012 - Nov. 2013TelecommutingAs an Ads Quality Raters I used an online platform to examine advertising-related data geared toward providing feedback and analysis to Google. Projects worked on involve examining and analyzing text, web pages, images, and other forms of mass media. I utilized my in depth and up-to-date familiarity with English-speaking web culture and media. Additionally, I applied this knowledge to a broad range of interests and topics.

Inver Grove Heights Independent School District 199AVID Tutor

Nov. 2012 - May. 2013Inver Grove Heights, MN• Facilitate and coach small groups of students with academic curriculum • Engage in problem-solving with students, teach and model the use of skillful questioning • Defer to the classroom teacher for behavior management assistance • Take direction from classroom teacher on coaching strategies and methodology • Act as role models and mentors for students • Provide feedback regarding academics and participation each class period

Students UnitedOffice Manager

Jun. 2012 - Oct. 2012St. Paul, MN• Implemented the Strategic Plan of Students United through student outreach, developing student leaders, and serving as a resource for students. • Maintained appropriate levels of office supplies, performed general office tasks and managed office equipment. • Planned logistics for all Students United conferences, including guiding the treasurer in approving travel reimbursements, securing hotels, and ensuring our groups had adequate on-campus space. • Led and assisted in workshops and training as necessary. • Took minutes during all MSUSA Board of Director meetings and Delegates Assemblies.

Minneapolis Public SchoolsAVID Tutor

Feb. 2012 - May. 2012Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area• Facilitate and coach small groups of students with academic curriculum • Engage in problem-solving with students, teach and model the use of skillful questioning • Defer to the classroom teacher for behavior management assistance • Take direction from classroom teacher on coaching strategies and methodology • Act as role models and mentors for students • Provide feedback regarding academics and participation each class period

Inver Hills Community CollegeCounseling Center Assistant

Jan. 2011 - Jan. 2012Provided a warm, welcoming environment within a high traffic counseling department. Utilized multiple software programs to schedule and prepare for counseling appointments: MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Integrated Statewide Records System (ISRS), ImageNow, and Hobsons Retain Coordinated meetings, gathered meeting materials, collected student information, and other administrative duties for the Vice President of Student Affairs, Counseling and Administrative Assistant, Counselors, and Academic Advisors Assessed students' needs by responding to questions and made appointments or direct to a counselor, when needed Coordinated campus visits for external parties by reserving meeting space, requesting guest internet access, and providing campus information Supervised student workers and assigned tasks as needed Answered a multi-line phone system as department's first point of contact

LeadMN (Minnesota State College Student Association)Treasurer

Jul. 2009 - Jun. 2010Ensured overall financial security and accountability of the Minnesota State College Student Association (MSCSA) budget of $803,300 by maintaining a journal of all cash receipts, monitoring all expenditures, and coordinating bill payments with the Executive Director Chaired the Fiscal Committee. Duties included preparing meeting documents, communicating with staff about financial needs, and reviewing travel reimbursements for approval Chaired the Scholarship Committee. Duties included preparing meeting documents, communicating with committee members about scholarship programs, and coordinating fundraising events Distributed monthly financial reports to the Governing Council, General Assembly, and 47 member campuses Analyzed financial documents for the FY '09 financial audit Played a key role in coordinating the 3rd annual Leadership Scholarship Dinner and Silent Auction. Raised over $5000 in the course of the evening Coordinated fundraising events, including the ongoing Leadership Giving Campaign, Annual Bowling Event, and Day of Giving on November 17, 2009 Collaborated with the Executive Director to build they FY budget of $889,800

Inver Hills Community CollegeCounseling Center Work-Study

Aug. 2009 - May. 2010Answered a multi-line phone system and scheduled appointments for Inver Hills Community College students and alumni Completed projects for counselors utilizing Microsoft Office suite programs Pulled student records for following day appointments utilizing the state of Minnesota student database, Integrated Statewide Records System Upward

TRIO, Upward Bound ProgramResidential Advisor

Jun. 2008 - Jul. 2008Virginia, Minnesota, United StatesEnsured safety of students ages 14-18 Planned and supervised recreational activities Encouraged students educational goals through activities and course work Provided tutoring as needed Created a safe, friendly learning environment for students through encouragement and educational guidance

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