Sarah Arthur (Ronayne) Email & Phone Number

Saint Paul, Mn, Us

Saint Paul, Mn

Write a monthly feature article for parent e-letter designed to help parents navigate the college experience for eight years. Also equip parents for the changes and challenges that come with young adults, specifically college students, through speaking engagements. Create and present content for Parent Orientation on parent/student success strategies. Began partnering with Parent and Alumni Relations as a Parent Council Volunteer in 2013.

Saint Paul, Minnesota

Lead 14 professionals serving the academic support needs of pre- and post-traditional students in the College of Graduate, Online & Adult Learning including graduate and certificate programs, adult degree completion, and dual enrollment through PSEO and Early College programs. Collaboration with campus partners to provide an outstanding student experience and seamless transitions for students from pre-trad to trad to grad programs. Provide staff development and support for a collaborative team of professional advisors and skilled registration staff pursuing the goal of legendary customer service. Partner closely with Career Development in staff training and professional development initiatives for students. Promoted from Director of Student Services and Retention.

International And Transfer Undergraduate Admissions

Assessed international applicants for undergraduate work in one of seven colleges at UMN. Collaborate with a team to process approximately 40,000 applications (5,000-7,000 internationals) within deadlines. Gained experience in a diverse range of countries with specialty in the Middle East, Africa and gap-year internationals.

Maple Grove, Mn

Recruited to envision, design, and build a new middle school/high school program. Served on the Executive Team. Invited by Board to manage Secondary School staff and families as Principal in 2005. Demonstrated flexibility in navigating dramatic program growth and large-scale event management. Enjoyed building a robust student experience offering academic challenges, social enrichment, spiritual growth, global awareness, and service opportunities, resulting in extraordinary retention and 98% of our graduates headed directly to college. Hired, trained, supported and encouraged a dynamic staff team including up to 40 administrators, faculty, and support staff through both exponential growth and deep economic/enrollment challenges. Intentionally initiated and built a supportive community through ambassador and parent partner programs. Celebrated the 14th graduating class in ’14 and the culmination of original goals.

New Hope, Mn

Recruited, trained and supported leadership for a dozen or more need-based small groups on topics rooted in life concerns of all kinds for families and individuals. Collaborated with Assessment and Referral Counselors, Disabilities Ministries and the Director of Care Ministries. Networked with area service providers to maximize resources.

Successfully co-managed operations of a full-service career center as a member of the Student Affairs leadership team. Created and taught full-semester course in Self Assessment and Career Development. Consistently received superior teaching evaluations. Collaborated with Admissions, Student Activities, Residence Life, Campus Ministries, the Counseling Center and the Dean’s Office on Campus-wide program building. Counseled students and alums in individual appointments.

Master Of Arts In Counseling, Family Systems Focus

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Psychological Sciences, Minors In Interpersonal Relations And Studio Art

Honors College, Whitinger Scholars Program, graduated summa cum laude

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