Deonte Brown, Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

Tallahassee, Florida, United States

Provide operational management, leadership, and policy direction of the Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement (CARE) which includes multiple institution-wide student programs and initiatives that promote equity, diversity, and inclusion for first-generation and other traditionally underrepresented student populations.Serves as a member of the senior management team for both the Division of Undergraduate Studies and the Division of Student Affairs. Participates in strategic planning focusing on access, equity, and diversity within and beyond the Division of Undergraduate Studies and Division of Student Affairs.Provides guidance and direction for recruitment, retention, and other success initiatives for students traditionally underrepresented in higher education.In partnership with the FSU Foundation, leads fund raising efforts to generate additional support for scholarships and programmatic costs.Develops and maintains partnerships throughout the university and with both local and national communities to meet departmental and institutional goals and objectives. Consults with student groups, alumni, parents, and other advocacy groups about personal and academic needs of the student population and how to support student success.

Clemson, South Carolina, United States

Led a team of dynamic professionals, graduate and undergraduate students in Community Achievement and Student Empowerment to provide services to historically underrepresented and underserved students with an emphasis on their success and satisfaction.Collaborated with students, faculty and staff on efforts to create a welcoming environment for all Clemson students.Guided the planning and implementation of the Division of Student Affairs Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan. Served as liaison to the faculty of the Counselor Education-Student Affairs graduate program.

Clemson, South Carolina

Responsible for the overall management of Student Transitions and Family Programs which includes new student orientation, underrepresented student programs and family engagement which includes a staff of 6 full-time professionals and 3 graduate assistants.Coordinate Graduate Assistant recruitment and selection for the Master of Education in Student Affairs program.

Clemson, Sc

As Director of Retention Programs, I manage programs and initiatives that support the success of students from underrepresented identities. My responsibilities include budget management, assessment, staff supervision, program development, and program implementation. • Collaborate with Retention Programs staff to implement the CONNECTIONS Program with my primary focus being the freshmen residential experience and course instruction. Continued expansion of the program in size and to incorporate students in an additional living-learning community. • Coordinate Renaissance MAN program with the recruitment of the second cohort and program planning for the first and second cohort. • Serve as the Primary Advisor for Brother-2-Brother, a Student African-American Brotherhood Chapter by supporting participants' personal development and coaching members of student leadership team. • Co-Coordinate the Clemson Undergraduate Fellows Program with focus on recruitment of fellows, program planning and conference experiences. • Co-Facilitate the SOAR Institute for freshmen students which provides academic, personal and professional development through the second year of college. • Committee Service includes: Clemson Men of Color Summit Committee, Student Affairs Inclusive Excellence Committee, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee, Academic Recovery Committee, CheckPoint Leadership Team, Student Life Curriculum Committee and Minority Student Success Initiative (Lead Advisor).

Clemson, Sc

• Implemented the CONNECTIONS Program for first-year students of color, which included the expansion in number of students served and enhanced living-learning community experience. • Developed Renaissance MAN, a cohort based experience to support men of color from freshmen year to graduation with an emphasis on high impact practices. • Supported students through engagement experiences to include the W.E.B. DuBois Honor Society, Clemson Undergraduate Fellows (NASPA Undergraduate Fellows Program), Brother-2-Brother and Sister-2-Sister.• Served on committees related to student success (Partnership for Benefit of Students) and inclusive excellence (MLK Commemorative Celebration, Student Affairs Inclusive Excellence).

Tallahassee, Florida Area

As Coordinator, I was responsible for implementing the Upward Bound grant in accordance to legislation and regulations of the federal government and Florida State University. I managed UBP's annual budget as stipulated in the approved grant. In addition, I coordinated the hiring and training of personnel associated with the program. I also met with target school administration and university partners to ensure the success of our program in meeting the objectives of our grant. I established and built a strong rapport with parents and program participants. I conducted workshops and one-on-one sessions with students.

Tallahassee, Florida Area

As Co-Coordinator, I was responsible for assisting in the planning of summer schedule, family and participant orientation and logistics. Additionally, I facilitated college readiness workshops which focused on values, interests and skills. Another responsibility included supporting the summer counselors in in team building and supervision of camp participants. The programs participants are youth that live in housing facilities managed by the Tallahassee Housing Authority.

Tallahassee, Florida Area

As a Senior Academic Success Coach, I was primarily responsible for the growth and development of three first year Academic Success Coaches. In addition to my primary responsibility, I was also responsible for preparing training sessions, assisting with marketing and providing support assistance with our student database and other resources/technology tools. I also continued to provide coaching to sophomore students.

Tallahassee, Florida Area

As an Academic Success Coach, I actively supported First Generation/disadvantaged by virtue of economic, educational, or cultural circumstance Sophomore students with their progression towards a college degree at the university. I assisted my students in defining academic, personal and career paths as well as building necessary life skills to succeed at FSU and beyond.

Tallahassee, Florida Area

As a Graduate Assistant, I was responsible for general office duties which included greeting visitors, assisting students with concerns, maintain accurate records for students and staff and special projects assigned by the Dean.

Tallahassee, Florida Area

As a Program Specialist, I provided research support to the Florida Department of Education, Office of Student Financial Assistance, Policy & Training. I participated in the Florida legislative process by tracking bills that pertained to higher education and finance. I also worked on numerous projects such as the Florida Financial Aid Application and User Manual.

Tallahassee, Florida Area

In my many capacities with the Upward Bound Program as a summer employee and full-time staff member, I assisted in the coordination of summer academic class schedules and recreational activities for program participants as well as the planning and coordination of the 39th and 40th Annual Florida Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel (FAEOPP) Olympics for 700 participants of Federal TRiO Programs. I assisted with academic advising of program participants, coordinated college tour trips and assisted seniors with college preparations.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Learning Sciences

The Doctor of Philosophy in learning sciences is a research degree intended to advance the understanding of how people learn by examining.

Master Of Education (M.Ed.), Educational Leadership And Administration, General

Bachelor, Public Administration

Activities and Societies: Organization for Public Administration

Associate, General Studies