Gail Jessen, Macl Email & Phone Number

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Admissions Coordinator for Grand Canyon University’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program in Salt Lake City, UT.

Professionally trained metalsmith, specializing in Sterling Silver.Handcrafted one-of-a-kind and custom designs with an 82% rate of repeat clients buying multiple pieces.As the sole owner and employee, I handle every aspect of the business; from website design and product photography, to social media marketing and inventory management, to bookkeeping and.

When I initially transitioned out of my career in higher education, I created my own teaching, consulting, and coaching business. I designed online courses with the mission to empower women to live their most purposeful, authentic lives. I was licensed by Danielle LaPorte as a Desire Map facilitator.

Traveling All Over The World

As a member of The Avid Cruiser team, I sailed on cruise ships around the world writing Live Voyage Reports. Daily recaps, reviews, and photos help readers make informed travel decisions, and also allow them to enjoy a virtual vacation. My Live Voyage Reports included sailing the Mediterranean on Holland America's ms Noordam, sailing Alaska's Inside.

Greater Salt Lake City Area

The Thayne Center for Service & Learning establishes capacity-building relationships with community organizations, facilitates curriculum development opportunities for faculty, and coordinates service leadership programs for students.In my role as the Director, I informed and guided institution-wide strategies around community engagement.Led department.

Greater Salt Lake City Area

First person ever hired for this new position, responsible for creating and defining my role.Envisioned and institutionalized SLCC’s national-award winning service-learning program. Collaboratively designed over 60 service-learning courses, enrolling 33% of SLCC students.Designed Service-Learning Grant & Designation (SLG&D) program, including RFP.

Greater Salt Lake City Area

Hired, trained, and supervised 19 students working in local elementary schools as America Reads tutors and four students working at nonprofit organizations as community work-study employees.Coordinated tutor placements with three AmeriCorps VISTA site supervisors.Maintained partnerships with principals and teachers at three elementary schools, and with the.

Greater Boston Area

Campus Compact, familiar with my work at Salt Lake Community College and my consulting experience with the American Association of Community Colleges, invited me to serve in their consulting corps.Campus Compact is the only national, professional member organization dedicated entirely to the advancement of service-learning in higher education. Campus.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Managed $18,000 federal grant (2006-2009) and $42,000 federal grant (2009-2012). Passed a no-findings federal audit in spring 2008.2009-2012: Consultant for Cape Cod Community College (Massachusetts), Colorado Campus Compact (Denver), and Georgia Perimeter College (Atlanta)2006-2009: Consultant for Baton Rouge Community College (Louisiana), Chattahoocee.

Greater Salt Lake City Area

Supervised eight students working as Volunteer Project Leaders.Created project planning handbook and orientation manual for Volunteer Project Leaders. Trained student leaders to plan and coordinate service projects and recruit volunteers.Established the Westminster College Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter.Organized and led a week-long Alternative Spring.

M.A. Education, Community Leadership, (Macl, Mba, Mpc), Summa Cum Laude

Thesis: “A microcosm of democracy: Urban community gardens and the civic life of gardeners in Salt Lake City.” My thesis was an original.

Leadership & Management Certification, Nonprofit Academy For Excellence - Professional Education

Bachelor Of Arts, English, Summa Cum Laude

Thesis: My research focused on the literature and culture of the United States in the 1950s. I studied how the unique culture of an.

Metal And Jewelry Arts

Activities and Societies: Women’s Jewelry AssociationGraduate of the Jewelry Business Accelerator Program.