Instructor for IDS105: Cultural Awareness and Online Learning

• Manage Hamilton County Schools (HCS) equity initiatives through education, professional development, data awareness, and district and community outreach. All work targets the reduction of student opportunity gaps, requiring an intentional focus on HCS’ most historically underserved populations.• Support multiple divisions of the department including family advocacy, truancy, homebound, homeless, discipline, incarcerated youth, school age child care, and Titles VI and IX. Lead annual strategic planning for these divisions while contributing to the direct support and supervision of 35 employees to date.• Authored the Educational Equity Plan (EEP) within the first two months in the role. The EEP consists of eight goals and 35 next steps. The 50 page, research-based report offers data specific to HCS students and is heavily utilized in strategic planning throughout the district.• Execute EEP directives, enhance existing support structures, and develop new initiatives. Establish metrics and tracking systems to gauge program effectiveness, analyze data, and drive continuous improvement.• Secured grants totaling over $1,000,000. Manage awarded grants, ensuring proper allocation of resources, adherence to funding guidelines, and timely reporting on project progress and outcomes.• Lead community and district cross-functional teams to assess DEI needs, establish priorities, and execute grassroots initiatives.• Design and deliver training programs on cultural competence, overcoming blind spots, fostering belonging, disciplinary management, and assessing equity within individual schools and throughout the district.• Assess school culture and climate by analyzing physical environments and conducting student interviews. Delivered formal reports, averaging 15 pages, to over 20 schools. Reports contain insights on noteworthy successes, areas of growth, student feedback, suggested recommendations, and ongoing partnership plans.

• Advised first and second-year high-ability students through one-on-one Capstone Consultations. Students are advised in matters within and beyond the classroom and emphasis is placed on setting goals throughout their collegiate career, providing resources to make those goals a reality, and building a strong sense of community both on and off campus.• Developed and implemented the first Capstone Scholars Service Team and advised a team of nineteen student leaders. Executed over 100 service events on the UofSC campus, in Columbia, and in the Southeast region. Developed strong relationships with numerous nonprofit partners and empowered over 1,500 students to participate in over 10,000 hours of service. Emphasized meaningful service through reflection and service-learning while moving students through the Active Citizen Continuum.• Advocated for diversity programming through the Civic Engagement Certification Series in conjunction with Service Team where Civic Engagement Trainings were conducted to educate on local issues and teach students how to advocate for change. In its first year, eleven trainings were conducted, 26 students earned their Civic Engagement Certification, and student participation exceeded 463 hours.• Managed 84% of Capstone community building programs and increased student leadership opportunities by 400%.• Oversaw eleven study abroad programs in their entirety by choosing destinations, program providers, and training faculty and staff leaders. Developed program proposals and cost analyses to choose financially accessible programs with strong learning outcomes. Managed over half a million dollars in contracts and enabled nearly 250 students to participate in these experiences.• Assessed initiatives, developed surveys, and evaluated statistics for all programs in order to determine effectiveness of initiatives and better programs to meet student and community needs. • Supervised and supported graduate and undergraduate student staff.

• Guided first-year students through their college transition by building community in and out of the classroom, making campus resources readily available, and fostering success throughout their time at the institution. • Created and led the first Capstone Scholars abroad section of University 101. Travel to Havana, Cuba served as an introduction to study abroad while emphasizing culture, diversity, and other global learning themes.• Facilitated and planned all class activities, created the syllabus and course schedule, graded assignments, engaged students in community service, and developed curriculum centered in understanding values, diversity, and privilege while encouraging students to become more informed and active citizens. • Fostered the development of an upperclassman Peer Leader in class facilitation and student mentorship.

• Planned six large scale events including Scholar Social and Admitted Student Day for over 4,000 students and family members to increase undergraduate enrollment at the university.• Coordinated event logistics by booking entertainment, directing volunteers, and evaluating past programs.

• Supported prospective international students through the application process, assessed and processed international documentation, and utilized software such as Slate and Banner daily.• Designed recruitment events, including the annual English Programs for Internationals Recruitment Luncheon.• Compiled scholarships available to international and DACA students to make UofSC more financially feasible.

• Advised over fifteen councils and associations including Panhellenic, Interfraternity, National Pan-Hellenic, and All Greek Councils; Student Government; National Society of Leadership & Success; and Order of Omega. Served as a direct liaison to over 300 student leaders and assisted in the founding of multiple organizations. • Directed and guided student leaders in growing their organizations by creating constitutions and bylaws, risk management regulations, strategic plans, and other policies to instill long-term progress. • Operated, planned, and designed large events such as Scarlet & Gray Week, Senior Week, Welcome Week, orientation, Greek Week, fraternity and sorority recruitment, and educational programming and trainings. • Assisted with the residence life on duty rotation and the training of over 30 Resident Assistants. • Assumed responsibilities of the Director of Student Engagement & Greek Life from October 2015-April 2016.

• Supervised, mentored, and trained a team of 39 orientation leaders and Core Staff members. • Implemented all aspects of freshmen orientation to accommodate eight sessions of over 800 students and guests including facilitating evening programming; diversity presentations; creating and directing campus life skits; and assisting with office logistics before, during, and after session days.• Served on the residence life on duty rotation during orientation sessions and responded to emergencies.

• Implemented aspects of Orientation (Freshmen, Transfer, and Returning Adult sessions), Transition Tuesday workshops, the first annual Clash of the Colleges campus-wide competition, and other office-sponsored events.• Supervised and facilitated trainings and retreats for 30 Transition Mentors.• Produced research-based strategies and processes; conducted benchmarking; and assisted with assessment, evaluation, and focus groups upon the office’s creation in January 2014.

• Co-instructed WSU 101, an introduction to the university course, while the program was being developed. • Worked with traditional and nontraditional students to ensure a positive first-year experience.

• Enabled community members of low socioeconomic status to afford a basic standard of living including rent, utilities, and groceries and developed long-term plans for financial success. • Evaluated applications, conducted interviews, determined aid qualification, and shared resources with clients.• Observed grant writing procedures and assisted with proposal presentations to United Way.

• Interviewed, hired, and trained new student employees on alumni operations, fundraising, and speaking skills.• Organized programs including Caller Appreciation Week, nightly incentivizing activities, and hiring events.• Initiated calls with alumni, reconnected them to the university, and collected donations in a fast-paced environment to contribute to over 20 million dollars in annual giving.