April Thompson
Associate Director, Graduate Recruitment and Engagement at New York University- Claim this Profile
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April generously hosted a visit for our college members during a career exploration conference in New York City. She always communicated in a timely manner and made sure our visit was a pleasant experience. Most importantly, the students loved visiting the NYU campus and learning about the many opportunities for graduate students at NYU. -- Troy D. White
April generously hosted a visit for our college members during a career exploration conference in New York City. She always communicated in a timely manner and made sure our visit was a pleasant experience. Most importantly, the students loved visiting the NYU campus and learning about the many opportunities for graduate students at NYU. -- Troy D. White
April generously hosted a visit for our college members during a career exploration conference in New York City. She always communicated in a timely manner and made sure our visit was a pleasant experience. Most importantly, the students loved visiting the NYU campus and learning about the many opportunities for graduate students at NYU. -- Troy D. White
April generously hosted a visit for our college members during a career exploration conference in New York City. She always communicated in a timely manner and made sure our visit was a pleasant experience. Most importantly, the students loved visiting the NYU campus and learning about the many opportunities for graduate students at NYU. -- Troy D. White
Credentials
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate
USF Corporate Training and Professional EducationMay, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Financial Accounting Part 1
LinkedInSep, 2020- Sep, 2024
Experience
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New York University
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate Director, Graduate Recruitment and Engagement
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Sep 2019 - Present
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Graduate Admissions Service Specialist
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Jul 2015 - Sep 2019
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The University of Texas at Austin
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Out-of-State Recruitment Coordinator
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Nov 2013 - Jun 2015
Served as primary contact for out of state students and provided information concerning the university's application and enrollment processes to prospective students and their families.Collaborated with Director of Recruitment to create a recruitment plan for all territories outside of Texas. Used data to determine regional priorities, personal school assignments, and other colleagues' out-of-state assignments.Recruited highly qualified prospective students from assigned territories that included the Northeast (i.e. New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Massachusetts), California, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Atlanta. Represented the university at college fairs, college nights and receptions, high school day visits, community college day visits, and other events. Organized and hosted various recruitment events and receptions.Participated in the application file review process.
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Student Development Specialist III
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Jan 2008 - Nov 2013
Developed and facilitated services, events, and programs that promoted a sense of community and provided support for students and their families.Worked with a primarily graduate, international, and non-traditional student populations as they adjusted to university life. Interpreted student needs and acted as a intermediary between student and university staff. Meet with students/student groups for problem solving, counseling, information giving, and program development.Authored and oversaw the implementation of the area-wide assessment plan. Created monthly newsletters for residents, managed social media accounts, designed event announcements, and composed various other professional correspondences.
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Education
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2020 - 2022
New York University
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Executive MPA, Public Service Leaders -
2010 - 2011
The University of Texas at Austin
Master's degree, Social Work -
2006 - 2010
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science (BS), Social Work
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