Experience

University of Central Florida – Rosen College of Hospitality Management

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Academic Advisor

  • Sep 2018 - Present



University of Central Florida

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Admissions Counselor

  • Oct 2014 - Sep 2018

  Advise potential graduate students through the admissions process and matriculation into the University of Central Florida.  Communicate with faculty and program directors in order to stay abreast of curriculum changes that may affect prospective students.  Report monthly updates on interaction with student issues and ways to improve enrollment goals.  Review college coursework to determine whether university admission requirements are met.  Refer students to appropriate resources to support their academic success (i.e. financial aid, student services, writing/tutoring center and student development programs, etc.).  Independently assist Education cohort for Active teachers across the State of Florida in obtaining further certification in their profession.  Organize University Colleges, vendors, and students for annual University of Central Florida Graduate Fair.  Organize Education Cohort each semester, coordinating receiving funds, processing and data entering in each applicant into University of Central Florida student database via PeopleSoft.  Organize and distribute Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities decision forms to proper Admissions Counselors of UCF Graduate Studies. Prepare and conduct admissions presentations on behalf of College in various activities, such as Graduate Fairs, Career Fairs, and in-class presentations.  Assist in training new staff in admissions processes in a manner that ensures information is conveyed in proper context.  Provide recruiting support for the College of Graduate Studies both on the UCF Main campus and at other Universities and Colleges. Show less



Keiser University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Admissions Counselor

  • Feb 2013 - Oct 2014

  Guided students through the admission process and enrollment into the university, assisting prospective students by assessing their skills and interests.  Advised on program requirements and policies for our major offerings and ensured that students had a clear understanding of financial and academic considerations, as well as benefits of obtaining a degree.  Assisted in Open House activities such as, registration, financial aid, course planning, and other academic functions.  Counseled students in individual and group settings, including discussions of life and educational goals, educational planning, review of entry assessment and course selection.  Remained connected with students following admission to increase student retention and success.  Collaborated with faculty and program directors in order to stay abreast of curriculum changes that may affect prospective students.  Served as a liaison between students, deans, and faculty throughout the admissions process and matriculation.  Facilitated development of educational plans for reentry of academically disqualified students in a manner that adheres to college policy.  Reviewed college transfer coursework to determine initial educational plan. Show less