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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Summary
Experienced International Education professional seeking a position in a collaborative environment that is informed by a background program management, and makes use of strong organizational, analytical and leadership skills.
Experience
Clark University Worcester, MA Associate Director 07/2015 to Current
  • Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) in the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) at Clark University.
  • Advise international students and scholars on immigration related matters as well as academic and cultural concerns, and insure University compliance with immigration regulations and reporting requirements.
  • International population includes approximately 1,000 students and 50 scholars from 90 countries.
  • Liaise with academic departments and other campus offices to provide appropriate information and advice on matters relating to international students and scholars.
  • Collaborate with ISSO Director on orientation programs.
  • Advocate for Clark University students and scholars with representatives of various U.S.
  • government agencies regarding immigration and international education issues.
  • Sit on various task forces and committees dealing with issues related to international students, immigration and campus internationalization.
Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Program Manager 12/2010 to 07/2015
  • Recruited to Vanderbilt to serve as the primary administrator for the newly created Vanderbilt International Scholar Program - a program designed to recruit and support outstanding international students into Vanderbilt's Biomedical Sciences PhD programs.
  • Responsible for design and implementation of all programs under the VISP umbrella in collaboration with Program Director and Steering Committee, including website creation and ongoing maintenance, program marketing and logistics, budget and financial management, travel arrangements for incoming students and faculty traveling abroad, and assessment of program outcomes.
  • Coordinate the student experience for 8 - 10 incoming PhD students and 12 - 18 undergraduate research interns each year, including reviewing Graduate School applications, conducting Skype interviews and arranging on-campus interviews, coordinating offer letters and visa documentation, making travel arrangements, assisting with housing and cultural adjustment, creating and implementing student programming, documentation for payroll and student accounts, and collaborating with departments and programs throughout the University and Medical Center.    
  • Maintain complete and accurate financial documentation for monthly financial reconciliation.Provide input into and monitoring of program budget based on expenditures and anticipated spending needs.
Clemson Univesity Clemson, SC International Services Advisor 09/2008 to 11/2010
  • Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for Clemson University.
  • Responsible for maintaining student/scholar files, issued immigration documents, advised students of requirements to maintain immigration status and participate in immigration benefits, and ensured University compliance with immigration regulations and reporting requirements. International population included 1,100 students and approximately 200 scholars from 84 countries.
  • Served as a point-of-contact for international students and scholars before and after arrival regarding US immigration procedures, University policies and resources, and cultural adjustment issues.
  • Coordinated with academic departments for invitation of international scholars, issuance of immigration documents, and maintenance of status for internationals. Ensured that departments have necessary knowledge to support international students and scholars.
  • Co-Advisor for the International Student Association, a student organization for both domestic and international students designed to increase international participation and awareness
Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions Greenville/Charlotte, SC/NC Center Manager/Associate Center Manager 06/2004 to 09/2008
  • Progressively responsible positions within Kaplan Test Prep managing all business and operations within two Kaplan Centers.
  • As Center Manager, responsible for complete operations of the Center including scheduling, marketing and relationship development at local universities and high schools, and staff and budget management.The Greenville center served 1800 students annually with a staff of 45 part-time and 2 full-time employees. Served as a Designated School Official (DSO).
  • Coordinated all facets of the student experience for enrolled and prospective Kaplan students, including marketing of events and classes, conducting presentations, and maintaining the delivery of Kaplan products throughout Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina.
  • As Associate Center Manager, responsible for day-to-day operations of a Kaplan Center serving 1000 students annually; duties included student service, accounting and human resources functions.
  • Coached and mentored new Associate Managers throughout the Southeast region on the assignment of teachers to classes, including participation on a region-wide task force to improve the process.
Education
Masters of Public Administration Clark University, Worcester, MA, 01610 In progress, anticipated 2018
Bachelor of Arts: Arts and Philosophy May 2004 University of North Carolina, Charlotte Art History and Applied Philosophy concentrations, Magna Cum Laude with Honors in Philosophy
Professional Association Service
  • Member: NAFSA - The Association of International Educators
  • NAFSA Region XI Representative for the Knowledge Community on International Student and Scholar Services (2016 - present)
  • NAFSA's Advocacy Day - 2015, 2016, 2017 (participant)
  • Selected for NAFSA's Trainer Corps (induction in May 2017)
Volunteer Experience
  • Cleveland Park Neighborhood Association - treasurer (2011 - 2013)
  • East Nashville Community Action Network (East C.A.N.) - volunteer/voting member (2012 - 2014)
  • Tennessee Performing Arts Center - volunteer (2011 - 2015)
Awards and Honors
  • Kaplan Test Prep President's Circle Award for superior performance in 2007  
  • Golden Key International Honor Society
  • Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
  • Phi Sigma Tau Philosophy Honor Society
  • Philosophy Prize, 2004 (endowed award, not conferred every year)
  • Art History Area Award, 2003
  • National Dean's List, 2002 and 2004
  • Student Marshall, December 2002 Commencement
  • Chancellor's List - 5 Semesters
  • Dean's List - 1 Semester
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Clark University
  • Vanderbilt University
  • Clemson Univesity
  • Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions

School Attended

  • Clark University
  • University of North Carolina

Job Titles Held:

  • Associate Director
  • Program Manager
  • International Services Advisor
  • Center Manager/Associate Center Manager

Degrees

  • Masters of Public Administration
    Bachelor of Arts : Arts and Philosophy May 2004

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