Merrie D. Heath Email & Phone Number

Prescott, Az, Us

Prescott, Az Campus

Google (dictionary) defines the term adviser/advisor - noun - like this: a person who gives advice, typically someone who is expert in a particular field; a teacher or staff counselor who helps a student plan a course of study. Job titles can possess a modicum of truth by definition, leaving room for a considerably larger, more extensive understanding of what the day to day activities in a particular role entails. University advisors do more than assist a student with their class schedule - we are mentors, counselors, cheerleaders, and supporters of our students on multiple levels, working in conjunction with other support services, faculty, career services, campus leadership, Admissions, Records/Bursars office, and so much more to ensure that our students get and stay on a path that is meant for them. Student retention and student satisfaction are major roles as an academic advisor - and the well-being of our students are paramount in our daily routines.In this role at ERAU, I am trained and certified in Appreciative Advising through Florida Atlantic University. What does this mean? It means that I do what the best advisors do - and trust me, we have some of the BEST advisors here at ERAU - we support and serve our students and guide them to their path for success. It is a joy to work with students, helping them figure out which pieces of the puzzle will fit where in their 'big picture' future. "Academic advisors mediate the dissonance between what students expect from the educational environment and what they experience in that environment." ~ Habley, Wes. (1981). 'Academic Advising: Critical Link in Student Retention.' NASPA Journal, 28(4):45-50."Good advising may be the single most underestimated characteristic of a successful college experience." ~ Light, R.J. (2001) Making the most of college. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press.NACADA core values: caring, commitment, empowerment, inclusivity, integrity, professionalism, and respect.

Prescott, Az Campus

Instructor for AS 380 - Pilot Career Planning and Interviewing Techniques course, a required course for fixed-wing and rotary students pursuing their Bachelor of Science, Aeronautical Science at ERAU Prescott campus.

Prescott, Arizona

"Come to the edge, he said, They said: We are afraid Come to the edge, he said. They came, He pushed them, and they flew."​ Guillaume Apollinaire From the words above by a French poet, this feels like what happens in Career Services! A College of Aviation Career Services professional at Embry-Riddle, Prescott campus, coaxes the fledgling pilots, aeronautics majors, meteorologists, air traffic controllers and students of aviation business to the edge of their consciousness and then we gently nudge them toward developing their resume, building their networking skills, polishing their professional image, and applying for co-operative education/internships. Before we know it… these very same students are doing it on their own! And in the aviation world the idea of “…and they flew” is very literal!

On-Line, Oxford University Press

Assisting a dynamic team putting together on-line educational content directed toward undergraduate, master level, and professional program students on the topic of "Research as a Transferable Skill". Due to be published in summer of 2018. [Update: product is now up and running on line! Published on September 3, 2018!)

Collegeamerica - Flagstaff, Arizona Campus

Advise students and graduates on career opportunities - provide support to individuals who face barriers to success. Go out and find the right job for the right student/graduate!As instructor and creator of material for PSY 299 curriculum, I planted professional "seeds" in hearts and minds of students to foster their continued growth - giving soon-to-be-graduates the tools to help them connect with employment of which they can be passionate! Develop externship opportunities for students - generate new leads for externship sites - build effective and meaningful relationships with businesses through out northern Arizona. Latest focus - internship opportunities for our computer technology students!Manage various programs/events associated with placement and career advisement - work with a dynamic professional team to meet goals - honor commitment to build a strong community through an educated workforce.

As a graduate of FLP Class of 2005, it was a privilege and honor to serve as a Board Member for this awesome leadership group - Flagstaff Leadership Program! Also worked on the committee level coordinating leadership education days focused on health and community service - chairing that committee twice. Participated in welcoming incoming classes and oversaw the monthly FLP Monthly Mingle (the on-line news bulletin). Still consider this one of northern Arizona's premiere leadership organizations!

Awesome Mission's Team was created in 2009 - exceeded expectations that year and fulfilled our 3-year CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) accreditation with flying colors (no recommendations on the part of Mission Services - a few in relation to HR). 2010 brought a year of success in a variety of elements: Mission Services was the ONLY department in the entire organization that had a zero percent (0%) employee turnover (three FTE; one PTE; two AmeriCorps) and mid-year calculations for performance management (per matrix) put the team on board for achieving the majority of measurable performance factors (with the exception of a few items affected by state budget issues and economical factors such as not seeing an increase in state contract income and not seeing a wage increase of employed individuals due to stagnate growth in economy - i.e. businesses were not increasing wages). The ultimate number, by year end 2010, showed that goals for number of persons employed was not only met but was exceeded by 27%. The credit goes to the entire Mission's Team for the success because everyone was committed to working together.Public outreach was at an all-time high in 2009 and in 2010, with Mission Services taking a leadership role in community events such as Project Connect, job fairs, and the creation of employer partnerships that resulted in increased training and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Fostering a happy, motivated, empowered, and educated workforce - focusing on teamwork - was key to the success of Mission Services in 2009 and 2010.

What do you do when you work with individuals of whom all others have lost faith in their capacity/ability to be employed? You commit to finding the individual strength of each person and match him or her with the right job and employer to create a win-win situation! Even in a down economy it was sheer beauty when an person with a TBI, mental illness, developmental disability or learning challenge was able to be hired, work hard and do a terrific job for their employer! This only strengthens the company and the community.

Fund development; special events; public relations and marketing for the arts, science and culture programs at the Coconino Center for the Arts.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd (Psychology), Industrial And Organizational Psychology, 3.97

Master Of Science (M.S.), Leadership Development, 4.0

Activities and Societies: Member, International Leadership Association (ILA)As part of ILA: **Attended an ILA webinar titled "The Changing.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Business, 3.89 Gpa