o Advise prospective and current students (undergraduate, transfer, and non-traditional students) on academic and other matterso Provide advising to students regarding college policies/procedures and general academic program requirements; describe courses and prerequisites, and disseminate information regarding registration procedures (updated advising notes in iAdvise)o Created an advising processing map for current and future Advisorso Travel to different high schools to provide presentations for prospective students about UIC and the importance of higher educationo Disseminate UIC information at campus open house events, and college fairs related to the recruitment of African-American studentso Provide new student orientation presentations for incoming students and parentso Serve on open panel discussion platform to answer questions from students and parents during orientationo Create and facilitate workshops on major exploration, career development, study abroad, internships, scholarships, and graduate schoolo Expand and deepen holistic educational plan for students supporting their academic, career and life goals. Monitor satisfactory academic progress toward degree completiono Direct Tuition Assistance Program for qualified studentso Manage We Are One Retreat (Overnight retreat for over 60 newly admitted students to become acclimated to UIC and engage with other African American students)o Made connections with other UIC departments, student organizations, and influential speakers to present and engage with students participating in retreato Lecturer for LAS 110 freshman seminar course for 30 studentso Created syllabus based on guidelines for LAS 110, assign and evaluate student worko Provided students with weekly discussion post requirements and writing assignments and/or presentations via blackboard; submitted grades within one weeko Updated Banner with grades by deadline for students

o Act as primary resource and staff advisor for newly admitted and currently enrolled students in both Master of Public Health and Master of Health Care Administration programs regarding progress in respective programs and completion of all requirements.o Collaborate with faculty advisors on daily basis regarding Field Practicum, Capstone, Electives and Admission processo Manage new student enrollment and registration and provide ongoing advising and course enrollment assistance for continuing students.o Refer students to campus, college, and external resources; provide information on scholarships and financial resources.o Assist in managing course schedules, teaching assignments, and enrollment changes across various degree programs.o Plan and implement graduate orientation initiatives, workshops, and other student events.o Reserve rooms for faculty/staff/students, including set-up and preparation for meetings and including all capstone presentationso Review all incoming applications for MHA and MPH students in HPA for completion and forwarding completed applications to faculty for assessment during our Admission process. o Develop effective and efficient daily workflow of all office activities and follow up on pertinent matters in a timely mannero Active member of SPH’s staff committeeo Process overrides and lift student holds for each HPA course for all students taking HPA courseso Conduct presentations explaining policies, procedures and vital information to incoming students during Preview Day and Orientation.o Coordinate admission activities; screen transcripts of applicants; maintain appropriate student records and databases for admissions, matriculation, and alumni.

● Student Finance Advisingo Uses discretion and independent judgment to advise and counsel students, and/or prospective students via phone and email in solving their educational financial problems through scholarships, loans, grants, employment and financial counseling.o Creates financial plans for undergraduate and graduate students based on financial aid award, tuition reimbursement, full cash, and scholarships. o Conducts verification of student financial aid application data in compliance with federal criteria and Title IV regulations.o Determines the types and amounts of financial aid to be awarded through the packaging process according to federal, state and institutional requirements. Monitors individual student awards. Resolves data conflicts and over awards.o Provides financial aid information to students regarding all aspects of finances, including balance inquiries. Makes necessary referrals to other student service offices.o Process payments via phone, including explaining and applying different payment plan options to students’ accounts.● Academic Advisingo Effectively communicate the curriculum, graduation requirements, and college policies and procedureso Register students for the appropriate courses based on their major/curriculum for both undergraduate and graduate students. o Counsel students who are experiencing academic issues, including providing information to resources such as tutoring and counselingo Interpret and apply academic policies for student degree requirements and academic progress as neededo Work with students to develop academic plans and update short and long-term plans to meet those goals, while ensuring compliance to standards, policies and procedures.o Schedule students for placement tests and practicumso Assist students in understanding their Degree Audit report, explain academic policies, procedures such as add/drop, application for graduation, withdrawal from the university

● Advising (Student Academic Affairs)o Advise undergraduate students in person, via email and telephone regarding general education requirements and overall shortages towards completion of degree requirements. o Advise prospective LAS students, including all students in the TRIO (Access and Achievement Program) in the declaration of new or additional majors. o Follow-up with the advisee on any reported failing grades, incomplete grades from past semester, and students who are placed on academic probation. o Determine and summarize remaining degree requirements for inactive students and those who plan to return to the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Help students understand their Academic Requirements report, explain academic policies, procedures such as add/drop, application for graduation, withdrawal from the university, credit/no credit, registration information, declaration of major, Study Abroad requirements, General Education and University Core Requirements, Petitions to Transfer Credits, etc.o Served as primary Admissions Officer 3 days a week for students in TRIO program, including monitoring students’ academic progress by alerting and notifying students of issues in their academic record and progress towards completion of degree. ● Admissions/Records (Student Academic Affairs)o Review records, courses, transcripts, and grades for students transferring into LAS during intercollegiate transfer period to confirm they have met the requirements for their chosen major. o Certify completion of degree requirements for graduation each semester for approximately 600 students per year. o Update changes in the Degree Audit Reporting System (DARS), including processing Study Abroad courses, exceptions and substitutions in degree requirements. Assist students in understanding and completing degree requirements. o Thoroughly explain DARS to students and advisors. o Communicate with advisors and deans on student requirements and Degree requirements