Alexandra (Allie) Edelstein Email & Phone Number

-Review degree and certificate program proposals from in-state and out-of-state institutions in accordance with the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) and issue written recommendations based upon qualitative and quantitative data analysis and market supply and demand research-Interpret, apply, and clarify MHEC policy, and relevant sections of the Education Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland and COMAR for diverse internal/external constituents-Conduct analyses of curricula to determine similarities of programs and trends in academic offerings; write memoranda, reports, and presentations for management and academic institutions to disseminate findings and make recommendations for action-Collect, clean, and analyze data via Excel to make formal recommendations to executive leadership for changes in awarding processes and policies to improve efficiency and increase access for targeted demographics-Manage multiple projects and prioritize duties via tracking system based on statutory and regulatory requirements-Build strategic relationships with institutional representatives throughout the Middle Atlantic region to understand differences in academic policies and make recommendations to management to reflect best practices and improve services-Administer and lead the Academic Common Market application process to award scholarships and respond to inquiries via email to convey outcomes; propose changes to process to improve equity and access-Attend Legislative Session briefings and hearings to understand MHEC's role in the larger state plan and integrate knowledge into decision-making processes

Taught AS.360.105, Intro to Hopkins: Arrive & Thrive

-Conducted research on issues in higher education to make recommendations for policy changes-Counseled and advised students in the Whiting School of Engineering on a wide range of issues-Advised student organizations and maintained budgets of $80,000+-Coordinated with faculty and external stakeholders to generate new ideas and curricula for experiential courses-Cleaned and assessed data to analyze services and improve efficiency -Managed $300,000+ scholarship fund and oversaw application, awarding, and reimbursement processes-Liaised with creative team to improve marketing materials and create instructional videos-Utilized learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard) to communicate with students and grade assignments-Updated website as needed (Drupal)

Remote

-Counseled and advised students regarding course planning, degree requirements, and university policies and procedures-Aided distressed students in academic or emotional crisis by creating future-oriented action plans and providing support

Remote

-Researched professional programs and synthesized information to address inequities in the medical school admissions process-Analyzed confidential student data to understand trends and update policies accordingly-Edited website layout (Drupal), created marketing materials, and wrote articles/opinion pieces to encourage student growth-Created content for, and managed social media accounts-Hired, trained, and supervised three peer advisors

Santa Barbara, California Area

-Advised students regarding course planning, degree and CPA requirements, and departmental policies and procedures

Santa Barbara, California Area

-Communicated with a diverse population of students to discuss requirements for admission-Analyzed 800+ applications yearly to make admissions decisions

Los Angeles, California, United States

-Assisted high school juniors and seniors through the college application process by editing personal statements, explaining financial aid options, and reviewing fulfillment of A-G requirements-Motivated and encouraged first-generation students to apply for scholarships and special programs such as EOP to promote college success-Assessed student schedules, transcripts, and grade trends

Los Angeles, California, United States

-Counseled and advised 6th, 7th and 8th graders regarding personal and academic issues

-Conducted research to understand best practices regarding transfer student retention, enrollment statistics, and recruitment strategies-Planned, managed, and coordinated events for 100+ students and community college advisors

-Mentored high-achieving, first generation community college students to enhance research skills and knowledge necessary to transfer to four year institutions

Los Angeles, California

-Read and edited student papers and assignments to assist in enhancing writing skills

Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles, California

-Edited and proofread student resumes, cover letters, and personal statements and provided feedback-Analyzed and compiled student data for use in the creation of an assessment tool-Administered assessment tools and communicated outcomes to students to assist in determining personal goals, strengths, and interests as they relate to career paths

Orange County, California, United States

-Observed courtroom proceedings within the truancy department and interacted with members of the legal community to gain a better understanding of roles within a courtroom-Conducted research to determine trends and similarities in juvenile delinquency cases in order to suggest policy reform within the education system

Master’S Degree, Counseling, 4.0

Activities and Societies: American Counseling Association; Kappa Delta Pi; Alpha Sigma Nu

Education record

Activities and Societies: Center for Children's Rights FellowCompleted 33 credit hours in good standing

Bachelor’S Degree, Psychology