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New York, Ny, Us

New York, Ny

Provide leadership and insight to advance OSDIB’s programming and operational goals, guiding a team of program coordinators. Oversee diversity and grant program recruitment, budgets, and communication with prospective students, liaising with the Office of Admission during recruiting season.Manage budgetary initiatives on behalf of OSDIB, ensuring contractual compliance across a multimillion-dollar grant portfolio. Serve as an advisor and supervisor for student programs including the NYS Pre-College Enrichment Program (S-Prep), Summer Medical & Dental Education Program (SMDEP), and Northeast Regional Alliance MedPrep Program. Represent OSDIB on internal committees as well as external conferences and events.

New York, Ny

Led planning and delivery of high-profile events and programming for Offices of the Dean and EVP. Owned logistical aspects for 30+ events per year ranging from galas to large institutional events, lecture series, commencements, endowment dinners, campus festivals, and receptions. Built relationships across the university to mobilize support from administrators, faculty, and staff.Recruited and supervised large teams of volunteers, providing right-hand support during large-scale university events. Worked with internal chairs to organize welcomes, farewells, award ceremonies, and onboarding of new faculty members. Coordinated logistics for guest speakers, distinguished visitors, and third-party service providers. Additionally responsible for training, management, and team performance reviews.

New York, Ny

Spearheaded community outreach programs designed to bring online learning opportunities to high school students in disadvantaged neighborhoods. Successfully piloted the program, which received funding from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, with Columbia Secondary School and expanded into additional schools across the city. Coordinated online access with school counselors, administrators, teachers, and families, providing tutoring in math, English, and other academic areas. Created program content in collaboration with the Tutor team, Columbia undergrads, and digital partners. Acted as a liaison between families, school, and community partners to provide program training and resources, and evaluate its impact on student performance.

New York, Ny

Led a team in executing the university’s portfolio of mission-driven community programs, education, and government affairs initiatives, working in close partnership with local organizations and elected officials. Managed multiple programs as the primary contact for community members and stakeholders. Procured hundreds of thousands of dollars in fiscal support through more than 90 successful grant proposals. Directly responsible for research, reporting, statistical analysis, and internal / external communications. Led event planning for Government and Community Affairs (fundraisers, promotions, educational / technical workshops, internal meetings, clothing drives), collaborating with local groups to bring large arts and cultural events to the community.

New York, Ny

Oversaw development and delivery of programs providing sports and tutoring services girls ages 5 to 18 in Washington Heights and Inwood. Recruited program tutors, coaches, and participants, handling all aspects of operations related to fundraising, grants, and finance. Led a team of 5 staff and 60+ volunteers in delivering over 120 events to 3000+ program participants.

New York, Ny

Ba, English Literature

Aa, Psychology / Aa, Social Work (In Progress)