Cordara Newson, M.Ed.
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Julie Taufa’asau, Ed.D.
It is my pleasure to write a brief recommendation for Cordara Newson as a student affairs professional working in higher education. I hired Cordara to work in the Re-Enrollment Office at Centenary College of Louisiana as a specialist who was the primary person interfacing with the public—students, faculty, staff, and parents/guardians. He quickly learned the intricacies of the position and his work was invaluable to our office. He came up with innovative ways to communicate information from our office to the greater college community and greatly contributed to an office that became more collaborative and engaged within the community. Within a year, he was promoted into the counselor position in our office, which focused student success and retention. Cordara identified at-risk students and developed relationships with them as well as programs to better support them. Cordara is a natural in working with and supporting students. He does so in a meaningful, authentic, caring, and enthusiastically fun manner that draws students to him and allows him to best serve them.
Leslie Nobles, M.Ed.
Cordara is a phenomenal, student-centered professional who is committed to student success. I've worked with Cordara on several campus projects centered around diversity, student retention, and student success. Cordara does any job duty with enthusiasm and positive energy. I've also witnessed Cordara serve as an exemplary mentor and example to students of color on Centenary's campus. Often times, students would stop by Cordara's office just to speak or seek out additional guidance. Cordara had the support and trust of students at Centenary, and I admired that greatly.
Julie Taufa’asau, Ed.D.
It is my pleasure to write a brief recommendation for Cordara Newson as a student affairs professional working in higher education. I hired Cordara to work in the Re-Enrollment Office at Centenary College of Louisiana as a specialist who was the primary person interfacing with the public—students, faculty, staff, and parents/guardians. He quickly learned the intricacies of the position and his work was invaluable to our office. He came up with innovative ways to communicate information from our office to the greater college community and greatly contributed to an office that became more collaborative and engaged within the community. Within a year, he was promoted into the counselor position in our office, which focused student success and retention. Cordara identified at-risk students and developed relationships with them as well as programs to better support them. Cordara is a natural in working with and supporting students. He does so in a meaningful, authentic, caring, and enthusiastically fun manner that draws students to him and allows him to best serve them.
Leslie Nobles, M.Ed.
Cordara is a phenomenal, student-centered professional who is committed to student success. I've worked with Cordara on several campus projects centered around diversity, student retention, and student success. Cordara does any job duty with enthusiasm and positive energy. I've also witnessed Cordara serve as an exemplary mentor and example to students of color on Centenary's campus. Often times, students would stop by Cordara's office just to speak or seek out additional guidance. Cordara had the support and trust of students at Centenary, and I admired that greatly.
Julie Taufa’asau, Ed.D.
It is my pleasure to write a brief recommendation for Cordara Newson as a student affairs professional working in higher education. I hired Cordara to work in the Re-Enrollment Office at Centenary College of Louisiana as a specialist who was the primary person interfacing with the public—students, faculty, staff, and parents/guardians. He quickly learned the intricacies of the position and his work was invaluable to our office. He came up with innovative ways to communicate information from our office to the greater college community and greatly contributed to an office that became more collaborative and engaged within the community. Within a year, he was promoted into the counselor position in our office, which focused student success and retention. Cordara identified at-risk students and developed relationships with them as well as programs to better support them. Cordara is a natural in working with and supporting students. He does so in a meaningful, authentic, caring, and enthusiastically fun manner that draws students to him and allows him to best serve them.
Leslie Nobles, M.Ed.
Cordara is a phenomenal, student-centered professional who is committed to student success. I've worked with Cordara on several campus projects centered around diversity, student retention, and student success. Cordara does any job duty with enthusiasm and positive energy. I've also witnessed Cordara serve as an exemplary mentor and example to students of color on Centenary's campus. Often times, students would stop by Cordara's office just to speak or seek out additional guidance. Cordara had the support and trust of students at Centenary, and I admired that greatly.
Julie Taufa’asau, Ed.D.
It is my pleasure to write a brief recommendation for Cordara Newson as a student affairs professional working in higher education. I hired Cordara to work in the Re-Enrollment Office at Centenary College of Louisiana as a specialist who was the primary person interfacing with the public—students, faculty, staff, and parents/guardians. He quickly learned the intricacies of the position and his work was invaluable to our office. He came up with innovative ways to communicate information from our office to the greater college community and greatly contributed to an office that became more collaborative and engaged within the community. Within a year, he was promoted into the counselor position in our office, which focused student success and retention. Cordara identified at-risk students and developed relationships with them as well as programs to better support them. Cordara is a natural in working with and supporting students. He does so in a meaningful, authentic, caring, and enthusiastically fun manner that draws students to him and allows him to best serve them.
Leslie Nobles, M.Ed.
Cordara is a phenomenal, student-centered professional who is committed to student success. I've worked with Cordara on several campus projects centered around diversity, student retention, and student success. Cordara does any job duty with enthusiasm and positive energy. I've also witnessed Cordara serve as an exemplary mentor and example to students of color on Centenary's campus. Often times, students would stop by Cordara's office just to speak or seek out additional guidance. Cordara had the support and trust of students at Centenary, and I admired that greatly.
Credentials
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Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
LinkedInJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Talent Accelerator HR Talent Development
SHRM Foundation | CoLabLNov, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Diversity Recruiting
LinkedInSep, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
HR Hiring Guide: Recruiting Tips, Trends, and Best Practices
BerniePortalSep, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Evergreen Life Services
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Talent Acquisition Manager
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Sep 2021 - Present
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Manhattan Theatre Club
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United States
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Performing Arts
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100 - 200 Employee
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Front Desk Staff
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Jul 2019 - Present
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John Jay College (CUNY)
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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ACE Academic Advisor
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Feb 2020 - Sep 2021
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Marymount Manhattan College
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United States
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Academic Advisor
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Oct 2017 - Jul 2019
• Advise and assist new and continuing students with course selection and registration, as well as advise them on all degree requirements, academic policies, and procedures. • Conduct transcript evaluations for transfer students and assist them with their transition into the institution • Provide advisement support and training for faculty advisors, as needed or requested • Work collaboratively with various offices, including the Registrar, Admission, Student Accounts, Financial Aid and Student Affairs, to further the objectives of academic advisement • Work collaboratively with the Dean of Advisement and Student Retention to create effective student outreach strategies • Produce and disseminate appropriate advisement literature related to academic planning, curriculum requirements and other academic policies and procedures • Perform periodic degree audits for individual students to assess and evaluate their current progress towards degree requirements • Prepare customized reports for the Dean, faculty advisors, divisional chairs and other academic administrators, as needed or requested • Conduct exit interviews with students seeking to withdraw permanently from the college • Provide periodic consultation with students as they finalize courses for various study abroad programs • Office social media coordinator • Software used: Microsoft Office and Colleague
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Centenary College of Louisiana
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Re-Enrollment Counselor
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Apr 2015 - Jul 2017
• Developed a comprehensive strategic plan for first-year and sophomore students to improve student retention and graduation rates.• Implemented target objectives and initiatives to improve re-enrollment and registrar functions. • Conducted meetings with first-year and sophomore students to identify efficient practices of support.• Corresponded with current students who are on a leave of absence and are eligible to return the following year.• Provided bi-monthly assessment of the department's progress toward identified objectives and goals.• Assisted the Registrar's Office with scheduling and performing records and registration responsibilities.• National Student Clearinghouse coordinator for the institution.• On-site support staff for the Centenary in Paris immersive courses. • Diversity Committee Member• Title IX Committee Member (Investigative member to prohibit student sexual harassment and sexual violence)• Student Support Team • Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) Topic Selection Committee • Economic Policy Committee• Software used: Microsoft Office and Banner
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Re Enrollment Specialist
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Aug 2014 - Apr 2015
• Implemented programs to engage student activity • Reconciled office budget • Maintained student academic records• Assisted college and off- campus persons with inquires• Performed clerical and administrative duties • Developed communication plans to reach students, faculty and staff• Assisted with pre- registration, registration, and graduation activities • Performed student data entry• National Student Clearinghouse coordinator for the institution.• Special events coordinator for the Registrar's Office. • Software used: Microsoft Office and Banner
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A Good Home Health Care
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Office Administrator/Supervisor
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Dec 2013 - Aug 2014
• Oversaw submission of weekly patient service logs • Certified CPR instructor for company employees • Provided quality home supervision for clients • Point of contact for Medicaid inquiries • Outreach coordinator for all company policies • Conducted clerical duties, including filing, answering phone calls, responding to emails and preparing documents. • Supervised administrative staff and divided responsibilities to ensure performance • Oversaw submission of weekly patient service logs • Certified CPR instructor for company employees • Provided quality home supervision for clients • Point of contact for Medicaid inquiries • Outreach coordinator for all company policies • Conducted clerical duties, including filing, answering phone calls, responding to emails and preparing documents. • Supervised administrative staff and divided responsibilities to ensure performance
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Education
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2013 - 2017
Southern Arkansas University
Master’s Degree, Student Affairs and College Counseling -
2006 - 2010
Southern Arkansas University
Bachelor’s Degree, Mass Communication- Print Journalism -
2003 - 2006
Captain Shreve High School
High School Diploma
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