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Executive Director for the Center of Student Experience and Career Development
Framingham State UniversityExecutive Director for the Center of Student Experience and Career Development
Aug. 2022Oversee all operations of center that incorporates the whole student experience, including New Student Orientation, Student Involvement, and Career Services.
Director of Student Involvement
Framingham State UniversityDirector of Student Involvement
Oct. 2018 - Sep. 2022Direct supervision and performance management of union and non-union employees and student staff overseeing administration of all student involvement related initiatives, including Gatepost newspaper, student-run radio station, and the Game Room. Spearhead resource allocation utilizing Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development annual budget of $200K while supervising distribution of Student Activities Trust Fund of $500K. Guide and manage operational, financial administration, and event planning for 45 student organizations while certifying compliance to state financial practices and university code of conduct.
Assistant Director, Student & Academic Services
Harvard Business SchoolAssistant Director, Student & Academic Services
Jul. 2016 - Jun. 2018Directed supervision of Student and Academic Services Coordinator while indirectly leading one Year-Up Intern and serving as the first point of contact and guidance for over 80 MBA Student Clubs. Steered MBA Event Calendar and large student performance approval procedures while administrating related travel arrangements in accordance with HBS policies and procedures. Oversaw relationship management between MBA Student Clubs and university stakeholders to facilitate invitation of keynote speakers as well as media relations and financial reporting. Orchestrated onboarding of Club Officers by providing induction training and resources detailing best practices.
Student Engagement Coordinator
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)Student Engagement Coordinator
Jul. 2014 - Jul. 2016MIT Energy InitiativeCoordinated educational, social, and networking event planning and execution for undergraduate and graduate students to drive engagement and wellness. Directed project management of MIT Society of Energy Fellows Program while contributing to onboarding of 25 incoming MIT students by arranging and implementing Freshmen Pre-Orientation Program (FPOP).
Student Affairs Consultant
The Reflective Student by SG ConsultingStudent Affairs Consultant
Jan. 2014Brookline, MAHigher education consulting with a reflective learning focus, to build skills in students’ co-curricular experiences. A service needed to highlight the importance of learning that takes place with co-curricular experiences through a tangible learning process. Topics addressed in higher education student life such as, student government, student activities, student leadership development, among others.
Associate Executive Director, Associated Students, Inc.
Associated Students, Inc.-California State University San MarcosAssociate Executive Director, Associated Students, Inc.
May. 2011 - Jan. 2014Collaborated with Executive Director to manage operations and staff recruitment and supervision of ASI bodies such as marketing department, Board of Directors, and Campus Activities Board. Formulated financial forecasts and reports while leading budget management of $400K and contributing to allocation of operating budget of $1.2M as voting member of ASI Finance Board. Spearheaded engagement between ASI and university functions to foster positive and cooperative relationship. Controlled all aspects of student governance and engagement by creating platforms and accountability metrics to allow scholars to impact institutional management and partnering with marketing team to devise campus culture events.
Adjunct Faculty
Associated Students, Inc.-California State University San MarcosAdjunct Faculty
Aug. 2005 - Dec. 2011Instructor for 3 unit (credit) First Year course titled The Student, the University, the Community Course objectives include academic success and self-directed learning, academic and career planning, technological awareness, information literacy and ability to conduct college level research, institutional awareness and resource utilization, human relations, diversity, well-being, and moral and ethical decision making
Interim Coordinator
Associated Students, Inc.-California State University San MarcosInterim Coordinator
Jan. 2005 - Jun. 2005Served as Interim Coordinator of Campus Recreation. Supervised student employees, coordinated all recreation based activities for campus.
Director of Campus Activities and Marketing
Associated Students, Inc.-California State University San MarcosDirector of Campus Activities and Marketing
Jul. 2004 - May. 2011San Marcos, CADirected student Campus Activities Board and Marketing creating small and large-scale events for students at Cal State San Marcos. Supervised student employees who created new activities and continued annual traditions.
Graduate Co-Instructor
University of South CarolinaGraduate Co-Instructor
Aug. 2003 - Dec. 2003Collaborated in creation of course materials such as syllabus and exams for a 3-credit course Presented on such topics as money management, academic advising, and diversity Supported and advised students on academic and personal issues
Practicum Student
University of South CarolinaPracticum Student
Mar. 2003 - Apr. 2003Practicum Student, Psychology Student Services Mar. 03 ­ Apr. 03 Assisted with academic advising for Psychology students Collaborated with Psychology faculty to coordinate the annual research showcase Observed and assisted with office functional duties
Graduate Assistant
University of South CarolinaGraduate Assistant
Jan. 2003 - May. 2004Orientation and Testing Jan. 03 ­ May 04 Assisted in coordinating graduate entry examinations and new student placement testing Hired, trained, and supervised placement test staff Administered computer-based tests daily and processed exams for credit from Advanced Placement Tests and CLEP Tests Reviewed testing budget and proofread publications for orientation and testing Planned and implemented the Annual Graduate Assistant Recruitment Program (GARP) weekend, consisting of space reservation, food and beverage coordination, application and registration coordination, leading committee on planned evening activities, facilitated monthly meetings of the GARP Steering Committee, handled inquiries from prospective graduate students, and served as a liaison between the College of Education and the Division of Student Affairs OTHER HIGHLIGHTED
Practicum Student
Columbia College SCPracticum Student
Jan. 2003 - Mar. 2003Columbia CollegeObserved functional duties of student activities office and staff at an all women’s college. Revised applications for new orientation leaders. Served on committee for orientation leader selection. Created advertisements for promotion of on-campus events.

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