I collaborate with faculty and subject matter experts to design and/or revise course content. I compose learning outcomes, design engaging learning experiences and develop appropriate assessment and evaluation. I assist faculty with incorporating active learning strategies into their courses. I evaluate and recommend improvements to courses as part of the Curriculum Committee.

I conduct reviews of existing curricula and learning content and assist clients in developing course content and engaging learning experiences for online, blended and face to face courses. I guide clients in developing well written learning outcomes and identifying appropriate learning strategies, methods of delivery and evaluation tools. I work with clients to incorporate anti-oppressive principles into their course curricula.

Provided goal-oriented direction and management of the Academic Enrichment Program (AEP) in keeping with departmental and institutional strategic prioritiesEvaluated, improved and expanded existing AEP programs and services to support student retention and persistencePlanned and implemented major annual departmental programs such as Power LIVE, Phenomenal Women’s Extravaganza and the AEP Leadership retreatBuilt strategic collaborative partnerships with faculty, administrators and other stakeholders Implemented and developed policy for the university’s first Living Learning Communities (LLCs) grounded in student development theory Directly supervised and motivated two (2) full time professional, four (4) graduate assistants and twenty (20) undergraduate peer tutorsWorked collaboratively with the MSU Athletics department to create a comprehensive academic support model for the Football and Basketball teamsReviewed and improved AEP printed marketing materials, brochures and signageCreated departmental recruitment brochures, online departmental newsletter and on-boarding welcome packets for new staffImplemented staff training and professional development opportunities for professional Reviewed and revised paraprofessional recruitment and training processesImplemented a comprehensive calendar of programs aimed at the holistic development of studentsSupported inter-departmental collaborations to advance institutional goals including the creation of faculty development training modulesServed as advisor for the Morgan Male Initiative on Leadership and Excellence (Morgan MILE) and founding committee member for Morgan EVOLVEImplemented housing-based support services and programs for international students living in the residence halls Served on various campus and departmental committees Served as a mentor and advocate for undergraduate students

Developed and taught a new 3 credit Leadership Development Course for undergraduate studentsFacilitated 3-hour weekly discussion sessions for reading assignments on topics such as the Relational leadership model, Understanding and Implementing Change, and Leading with IntegrityCreated 13 Quality Matters based online learning modules using the Blackboard Learning Management System

Provided leadership and direction for two male residence hallsDirectly supervised 13 paraprofessional staff (RA/DA) members Advised the University Inter-Residence Council (IRC)Conducted roster verifications to confirm housing assignments and occupancy Shared responsibility for recruitment, selection, training and evaluation of all Resident Assistant (RA), Desk Attendant (DA) and tutorial staffRevised and improved paraprofessional staff recruitment and training processesFacilitated working partnerships with campus constituents to enhance the mission and goals of ORL&H Served on judicial panels to address violations of the Code of Student Conduct Created and implemented programs that foster inclusive and supportive communities and enhance student learning and success Promoted student academic success by supporting departmental initiatives in collaboration with the Academic Enrichment Program (AEP)Assisted with the design and implementation of departmental assessment initiativesAssisted with the development and execution of ORL&H Freshman (Welcome) Week programsServed in an on-call rotation and capably resolved emergency issues

Served as Program Director for the University Minority Mentor Program (UMMP)Oversaw the $3000 UMMP budget Managed and implemented UMMP assessment projects Supervised 8 – 14 UMMP program assistants, matched over 120 mentees with faculty/staff mentors, addressed mentor/mentee concerns and coordinated signature UMMP programsServed as a member of the University of Florida’s Freshman Scholarship CommitteeSupervised 8 – 10 MCDA Ambassadors (student staff and volunteers)Developed and executed programs that build community, and foster interaction between faculty/staff and studentsAssisted in the development of learning outcomes and curriculum for a Multicultural Leadership Issues courseFacilitated a variety of multicultural presentations, workshops and training sessions

Presented information sessions to Exploratory (undecided) incoming studentsAssisted students, on an individual basis, with course selection and registrationProvided students with information on exploring different majors and campus resourcesWorked collaboratively with other academic advisors and orientation staff, in a dynamic summer orientation environment

Instructed weekly career development course (SLS 2302) Created and updated course syllabusPrepared weekly lesson plans and lecturesGraded assignments for 40 students and maintained grade bookHeld office hours by appointment