Jennifer Peterman
College and University Advisor at Selwyn House School- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Leveraging Your Transferable Skills to Drive Your Career
LinkedInSep, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Workplace Mental Health Leadership Certificate Program
Morneau ShepellJun, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health Commission of CanadaNov, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Enrollment Leadership Academy
The College BoardJun, 2017- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Selwyn House School
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Education Management
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100 - 200 Employee
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College and University Advisor
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Feb 2023 - Present
Joined SHS Pre-U team, bringing grade 12 to an established K-11 preparatory school and working with students to explore university options in Canada, the USA, and abroad. Looking forward to hosting university recruitment and admissions officers on campus and expanding the network of school and university representatives. Will also be working with middle school and senior school students for post-secondary education and career planning with a major focus on building character and soft skills. Joined SHS Pre-U team, bringing grade 12 to an established K-11 preparatory school and working with students to explore university options in Canada, the USA, and abroad. Looking forward to hosting university recruitment and admissions officers on campus and expanding the network of school and university representatives. Will also be working with middle school and senior school students for post-secondary education and career planning with a major focus on building character and soft skills.
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McGill University
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Canada
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate Director, Future Students (Recruitment and Communications)
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Oct 2020 - Sep 2021
Led 11 Recruitment and Communications team members and supports virtual recruitment and yield activities, implementation of CRM, and creation of communications pieces, such as Newly Admitted Student Essential Guides. Established team mission and operational guidelines for 2021-2022. Collaborated with Admissions on file review process and curriculum assessments. Performed admissions review for overseas high school applicants. Managed successful virtual yield cycle with fairs, webinars, podcasts, student meetings, and collaborative sessions with scholarships & Student Aid, Campus Life & Engagement, International Student Services, and Alumni Relations. Inaugurated and chaired new campus committees. Supports access and EDI initiatives. Joined Intl ACAC as a pre-conference faculty member; delivered sessions for new professionals and presented at Yale Young Scholars Program on university funding options and study in Canada. Show less
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Director, McGill Summer Academy
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Oct 2017 - Sep 2021
Supervised Summer Academy Project Manager and Team Leaders. Supported the development of academic and social content, and worked with officials on the Code of Conduct and data privacy. Inaugurated Virtual McGill Summer Academy (July 2020). Created new virtual activities and workshops to increase student engagement. Doubled in-person program (2019), instituted holistic admissions review, the direction of 40 staff members, scholarships for high-need students, and developed a series of workshops on university transition and mental health. Built a scholarship program for indigenous students. Serves as liaison to SHAD Summer Program. Show less
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Senior Manager, Global Undergraduate Recruitment and Communications
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Sep 2013 - Oct 2020
Managed strategic direction of Canadian & International High School recruitment initiatives, events, and finances, Uses market research and enrolment data to develop a recruitment plan and measure the impact of visits, events, and yield activities, Served as collaborator and keynote speaker and McGill representative at various Canadian government events, school sessions, and higher education committees, Built high school counsellor tours and admissions workshops in collaboration with recruitment and admissions team members, Created partnerships with leading institutions around the world, Spearheaded working group on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with the Associate Director, Outreach. Worked directly with University Advancement and obtained support for recruitment initiatives. Provided recommendations and evaluations of admission criteria. Directed McGill Welcome Centre and supported Welcome Centre Supervisor and 24 Tour Guides, orchestrated new branding and group tour revenue generation, (2014-2019) Show less
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Manager, North American Liaison / Recruitment & Admissions Officer
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Sep 2001 - Aug 2013
Pioneered Yield Program, Deans Messages, and Welcome Videos. Built CRM and virtual content. Oversaw recruitment plan and strategy for Canadian and US High School students. Served as liaison with Alumni relations, recruiting and training alumni volunteers for recruitment activities. Enhanced recruitment program across USA and Canada by expanding regions and building lead database. Supervised McGill's annual Open House with 100+ staff and volunteers, Completed file review for US and Canadian High School applicants. Participated in NACAC Conferences and regional higher-education events. Show less
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Council of International Schools
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chair, Asia Regional Service Committee (Volunteer Role)
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Jun 2018 - Jan 2021
CIS members who volunteer to serve on our Regional Service Committees play an essential role in international student outreach. They are experienced professionals from the field of university admission and student recruitment at CIS higher education member institutions worldwide. These volunteers plan and lead student recruitment tours to expand access for students to higher education opportunities at fully-accredited universities and colleges.
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Canadian Higher Education Regional Service Committee Member (Volunteer Role)
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Jun 2014 - Jun 2018
CIS members who volunteer to serve on our Regional Service Committees play an essential role in international student outreach. They are experienced professionals from the field of university admission and student recruitment at CIS higher education member institutions worldwide. This volunteer position involved organisation and delivery of Canadian University delegation tours to the Middle East.
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Education
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1997 - 2000
McGill University
Master of Urban Planning (MUP), Urban Development -
2022 - 2022
Independent Study
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1994 - 1997
McGill University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A), Geography and International Development Studies
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