Seasoned professional with demonstrated ability to take complex, new projects through to fruition benefitting citizens, students and families. Strong and abiding relationships across the Columbus community. Deep understanding of the evolving landscape of both K-12 and higher education, particularly the impact of change--and COVID-19-- on underserved populations. Versatile professional experience serving diverse audiences across undergraduate and graduate admissions, first year programs, campus visits, parental and community engagement, college access programs, and non-profit development. Strong and insightful communicator with a passionate belief in education as a transformative agent. Talent for cultivating strong relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, and community partners. Demonstrated commitment to promoting and supporting excellence through the development of new programs and initiatives.
Laura Kraus Advisory
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Independent ConsultantLaura Kraus Advisory Jul 2023 - PresentColumbus, Ohio Metropolitan AreaThoughtful and experienced mind (and pair of hands) for short or long term project work in the education, government and non-profit spaces. Particular expertise in working across generations coaching young professionals coming into their own. Current clients include Capital University, Columbus City Schools and private individuals.
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Director Of Program DevelopmentI Know I Can Jul 2014 - Jun 2023Columbus, Ohio AreaPart of a Leadership Team working to ensure students and families in Central Ohio have access to higher education opportunities, resources and information. Managed the expansion of I Know I Can into three districts beyond Columbus City Schools: Reynoldsburg, Whitehall and South-Western. Worked in concert with district and building level leadership. Supervised and mentored both young and mid-level staff. Oversaw the overhaul of signature parent engagement program, Blueprint College, a college access series for middle school families. Researched new content, developed themed presentations and scripts for presenters using knowledge of both college access and Columbus City Schools.Managed the Gear Up: Reynoldsburg site, staff and federal grant. -
Associate Director, Economic Access InitiativeThe Ohio State University 2006 - 2014Worked as "right-hand" to Senior Advisor and Former Director of Financial Aid in establishing the office, a university commitment to leveraging resources on campus to help low income and first generation students attend and succeed in college. Championed the use of current college students in access efforts, culminating programming, curriculum and events using a near-peer model to propel younger students on a college path. Advised College Mentors for Kids, Students for Equal Access, Access 88, Alternative Spring Breaks and Senior to Senior. Over the course of six years, these programs reached over 10,000 young students and their families.Originated first generation efforts on campus including a Buckeye Leadership Collaborative summer program, first gen faculty gatherings and other events designed specifically for students and their families. -
Associate Director, First Year ExperienceThe Ohio State University 2003 - 2006Planner of large university community events and programming including the Buckeye Book Community (first-year reading program) and a signature speaker series which hosted authors, political figures and other luminaries.Instrumental in the planning and conception of the First Year Leadership Collaborative, a high profile freshman summer program.
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Associate Director, Undergraduate AdmissionsThe Ohio State University 2001 - 2003Managed a staff of over 20 young professionals implementing a recruitment strategy via tele-counseling, visitation programs and territory management.
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Associate Director, Admissions And RecruitmentThe Ohio State University Fisher College Of Business 2000 - 2001Oversaw all aspects of admissions and recruitment for a Top 25 Graduate MBA Program. Supervised four professional and clerical staff and eight graduate assistants.Managed campus visit, yield activities, recruitment travel, applicant review and direct mail operations. -
Assistant Director, Student Visitor CenterThe Ohio State University 1996 - 2000Successfully developed, from initial conceptualization to completion, a premier visit facility for the Undergraduate Admissions Office. Responsible for all administrative, technical and staffing details. Hired, supervised, trained and evaluated a 70 member student staff both paid and volunteer who gave campus tours and hosted visitors. Majority of students were in their position two years or more.Over 85% of campus visitors rated their experience as exceeding expectations.
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Coordinator, Visitor RelationsThe Ohio State University 1994 - 1996
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Freshman Admissions CounselorThe Ohio State University 1993 - 1994
Laura Kraus Education Details
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English-Journalism And History
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