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Dallas, TX, US

Dallas, TX, US

Dallas, TX, US

Manage the enterprise-wide learning and employee development strategy, and its execution, for key programs and initiatives in collaboration with a variety of organizational stakeholders.

Austin, TX, US

Develop and drive strategic initiatives related to DEI within all MBA, MS and MPA programs with a focus on the entirety of the McCombs graduate student life cycle.

Austin, TX, US

Directed the McCombs Leadership Program (LP). LP is a two year program for BBA students focused on developing socially responsible and identity conscious business leaders.Co-chaired the BBA staff wide Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee.Recruited, trained and supervised over 15 staff members, including full-time, graduate assistant and student.

Austin, TX, US

Coordinated special events and programs for various populations and stakeholders.Advised and supported over 20 student organizations on policy and programming development.Evaluated student programs, organizations and leadership effectiveness.

Austin, TX, US

McCombs Success Scholars (MSS), a two-year academic and community based program designed to support students traditionally underrepresented within the field of business.Served as lead coordinator for the MSS peer mentor program including training and supervision.

Austin, TX, US

Explored issues related to enrollment management, assessment and student successAssisted the executive director in conducting assessment of student success strategiesAnalyzed and identified common metrics for success and determining key drivers and best practicesEnhanced interview qualitative data analysis skills through conducting focus groups for new.

Austin, TX, US

• Assisted in the assessment and sustainability of the GEAR UP program by: Assisting the Project Manager and other Texas GEAR UP staff in identifying, collecting and interpreting key progress and outcome variables to.
• Collaborated with district GEAR UP coordinator and principals to supervise program services between campuses, agency partners, college and university representatives and central staff.
• Provided significant and substantive one-on-one advising to students in choosing a post-secondary path appropriate to their personal goals and strengths and assist students to gain entrance into academically.
• Monitored GEAR UP awareness and support to all cohort students, teachers, support staff and parents. Monitor and modify program implementation of activities, as needed, to meet program goals and objectives.
• Planned and coordinate with designated campus contacts, campus administration, cohort teachers and support staff to schedule and recruit for program activities. Identify and provide appropriate resources for project.
• Provided small group training and activities for cohort students to develop skills necessary for success in college and the workplace, including but not limited to: Visits to classrooms, colleges, and workplaces to.

New York, US

• Developed and implemented strategies for recruitment and raising awareness of the Posse Foundation’s scholarship program at community based organizations and local high schools
• Evaluated and selected students as Posse Scholars through the Dynamic Assessment Process (DAP) by conducting unique large group and individual interviews
• Planned and facilitated workshops and summer retreats for Posse Scholars to prepare them for success by encouraging leadership, team building, academic excellence, cross cultural communication and career development
• Collaborated with representatives of partner colleges and universities to enhance the persistence rates and experience of Posse Scholars once on campus
• Organized and participated in recruitment, assessment and selection activities in collaboration with college partners
• Fosteree and maintained strong relationships with Posse Scholars at three partner colleges and universities through regular campus visits and communication

• Created and developed curriculum.
• Facilitated class sessions, which explored identity and social justice.
• Led small and large group discussions.
• Read and responded to weekly journal assignments and had one-on-one meetings with students.
• Assessed and graded student academic and personal growth in topics of social justice and identity.

Madison, WI, US

• Coordinated, developed and facilitated social justice and identity workshops for over 700 University Housing residents.
• Supported underrepresented student populations in their adjustment to college life and academics.
• Connected underrepresented students to resources, to help them with their transition to college.
• Managed a $2,500 budget for the implementation of workshops.
• Chose which projects will best support the mission of the Chadbourne Residential College and it’s core values of creating an inclusive, educational and diverse environment.
• Trained staff members on social justice and identity based topics as well as how to best create a welcoming environment for all residents.

Washington, D.C., US

• ONE is an international non-profit organization, which works to fight extreme poverty and preventable disease.
• Volunteer Opportunities have included non partisan political advocacy work, via the ' Get out the Vote Campaign", which encourages local, state and national government representatives to support or continue to support.

• A Wisconsin-based, nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to ensuring health care access for children and families, particularly those with special needs or who are at risk.
• Managed Client Cases and intakes which concerned federal and state health coverage programs.
• Served as liaison between Clients and the ABC for Health Lawyers and Professional Staff, Hospitals, State and Federal Health Coverage Agencies and Insurance companies.

• Assisted in creating an academic year program for high school seniors and juniors (especially those at risk for academic failure) which aimed to provide active mentorship and help with the college application process.
• Facilitated monthly sessions for students which aimed to accomplish the above mentioned goals.

Master Of Education - M.Ed, Educational Leadership And Policy

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Double Major Of : International Studies/Relations And German

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