Academic Advisor to the Bachelors of Science in Emergency Medicine program

Academic Advisor in the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies program at Virginia Commonwealth University

L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs-Graduate Student Services and Advising

-Advised incoming first-year and continuing Undeclared students regarding:-general education and major requirements for VCU's 64 baccalaureate programs-major declaration procedure and departmental requirements -course planning and registration process -development of self management, academic, professional, and interpersonal skills -self assessments including: Strong, MBTI, and Values Inventories -academic and career exploration/research -referral to appropriate… Show more -Advised incoming first-year and continuing Undeclared students regarding:-general education and major requirements for VCU's 64 baccalaureate programs-major declaration procedure and departmental requirements -course planning and registration process -development of self management, academic, professional, and interpersonal skills -self assessments including: Strong, MBTI, and Values Inventories -academic and career exploration/research -referral to appropriate campus resources as needed -Taught undergraduate courses, including:-UNIV 101: Introduction to the University-UNIV 103: Education & Career Planning-Served on on various committees within Academic Advising and broader campus community Show less

College of Science and Engineering -Served as advisor and support resource for an assigned caseload of 500+ undergraduate students-Facilitated one-to-one or group student appointments to address topics related to: course planning and registration, connecting students with campus and community resources, academic probation, and academic success strategies -Conveyed relevant and rigorous academic program information to students, faculty, and staff through a variety of channels… Show more College of Science and Engineering -Served as advisor and support resource for an assigned caseload of 500+ undergraduate students-Facilitated one-to-one or group student appointments to address topics related to: course planning and registration, connecting students with campus and community resources, academic probation, and academic success strategies -Conveyed relevant and rigorous academic program information to students, faculty, and staff through a variety of channels, particularly: large/small group presentations, e-mail, and individual consultations -Navigated students through major and career exploration processes within STEM and non-STEM related fields-Taught CSE 1001, a First Year Experience course designed to promote a closer connection with College and University resources for all CSE students-Supported University and College outreach, recruitment, and retention efforts Show less

•Conducted individual and group counseling sessions with students to help them develop the skills necessary to accomplish their professional goals •Evaluated student abilities, interests, and personality characteristics using tests such as the FOCUS-2 and MBTI; also have experience with Strengths Quest and Strong Interest Inventory •Took initiative in developing and implementing long term Social Media marketing strategy delivered through such platforms as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest… Show more •Conducted individual and group counseling sessions with students to help them develop the skills necessary to accomplish their professional goals •Evaluated student abilities, interests, and personality characteristics using tests such as the FOCUS-2 and MBTI; also have experience with Strengths Quest and Strong Interest Inventory •Took initiative in developing and implementing long term Social Media marketing strategy delivered through such platforms as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and YouTube •Facilitated seminars, classroom and outreach presentations on a variety of career planning topics, consistently demonstrating strong public speaking skills Show less

•Advised students regarding: major exploration, course registration, and academic development •Supervised Honors Peer Mentor program for First Year Honors students enrolled in Freshmen Honors Seminar (HONS 100) •Utilized SharePoint and Degree Audit Reporting Systems to assist in advising students•Contributed to the planning, development and implementation of new academic standards for the University Honors Program launching fall 2014 •Taught Honors Seminar II (HONS 106) covering… Show more •Advised students regarding: major exploration, course registration, and academic development •Supervised Honors Peer Mentor program for First Year Honors students enrolled in Freshmen Honors Seminar (HONS 100) •Utilized SharePoint and Degree Audit Reporting Systems to assist in advising students•Contributed to the planning, development and implementation of new academic standards for the University Honors Program launching fall 2014 •Taught Honors Seminar II (HONS 106) covering topics in undergraduate research and professional presentation methodology Show less

•Coordinated incoming and outbound sales and service calls while providing excellent customer service to both high net worth clients and their financial advisers •Monitored daily loan pipeline reports and coordinated follow up phone calls with mortgage processors on loans reaching rate expiration deadlines •Reviewed mortgage applications for errors that would impede the mortgage review process •Provided administrative support for a team of eight mortgage lenders •Developed… Show more •Coordinated incoming and outbound sales and service calls while providing excellent customer service to both high net worth clients and their financial advisers •Monitored daily loan pipeline reports and coordinated follow up phone calls with mortgage processors on loans reaching rate expiration deadlines •Reviewed mortgage applications for errors that would impede the mortgage review process •Provided administrative support for a team of eight mortgage lenders •Developed strong interpersonal skills by resolving complex customer service issues pertaining to the mortgage application process Show less

•Independently worked processing confidential student paperwork and financial information•Collaborated with Financial Aid staff to resolve issues related to financial aid applications •Gained data entry experience

•Coordinated social events within the residence community of Tarawa House in Payne Hall•Resolved conflicts between student roommates when necessary•Collaborated with fellow staff members on projects to increase campus involvement amongst students and encourage use of campus resources •Maintained accurate records of incident resulting violations of University Code of Conduct•Conducted dorm check-out’s at the end of each semester to assess any damage incurred by the habitation of… Show more •Coordinated social events within the residence community of Tarawa House in Payne Hall•Resolved conflicts between student roommates when necessary•Collaborated with fellow staff members on projects to increase campus involvement amongst students and encourage use of campus resources •Maintained accurate records of incident resulting violations of University Code of Conduct•Conducted dorm check-out’s at the end of each semester to assess any damage incurred by the habitation of students during the course of their stay on campus •Developed time management skills by conducting weekly student meetings, attending to 16 credit hours of classes per semester, and completing other administrative tasks as assigned Show less