Jamie Gonzales (she/her)
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Carolina Jimenez, Ph.D.
Jamie is a dynamic, intelligent, compassionate, highly skilled professional; I had the pleasure to work with her at the University of Houston collaborating in diversity and inclusion matters. One of the best memories I have is watching Jamie discuss (during an orientation session at the University of Houston) the services that her department offers University students. Jamie offers her best in any capacity and I know the university community is a better space because of her passion and commitment.
Liz Elsen
Jamie and I worked together with the Texas Exes Pride Alumni Network, and she was an excellent communicator, a great event planner, and a wonderful colleague. I had the pleasure of meeting Jamie at The Creating Change Conference, and she's been an invaluable professional contact. We are now both working full time at LGBTQ Centers and work together on the Higher Education Pride Professional of Texas Org, as well as with the Consortium of LGBTQ Centers. She has been an amazing sounding board for me in the last few years and well as someone I turn to if I need help strategizing about fundraising, creating new programs or policies, or thinking about ways my University could improve its inclusiveness (University of Houston's Gender Inclusive Housing and Living and Learning Community is an inspiration!)
Carolina Jimenez, Ph.D.
Jamie is a dynamic, intelligent, compassionate, highly skilled professional; I had the pleasure to work with her at the University of Houston collaborating in diversity and inclusion matters. One of the best memories I have is watching Jamie discuss (during an orientation session at the University of Houston) the services that her department offers University students. Jamie offers her best in any capacity and I know the university community is a better space because of her passion and commitment.
Liz Elsen
Jamie and I worked together with the Texas Exes Pride Alumni Network, and she was an excellent communicator, a great event planner, and a wonderful colleague. I had the pleasure of meeting Jamie at The Creating Change Conference, and she's been an invaluable professional contact. We are now both working full time at LGBTQ Centers and work together on the Higher Education Pride Professional of Texas Org, as well as with the Consortium of LGBTQ Centers. She has been an amazing sounding board for me in the last few years and well as someone I turn to if I need help strategizing about fundraising, creating new programs or policies, or thinking about ways my University could improve its inclusiveness (University of Houston's Gender Inclusive Housing and Living and Learning Community is an inspiration!)
Carolina Jimenez, Ph.D.
Jamie is a dynamic, intelligent, compassionate, highly skilled professional; I had the pleasure to work with her at the University of Houston collaborating in diversity and inclusion matters. One of the best memories I have is watching Jamie discuss (during an orientation session at the University of Houston) the services that her department offers University students. Jamie offers her best in any capacity and I know the university community is a better space because of her passion and commitment.
Liz Elsen
Jamie and I worked together with the Texas Exes Pride Alumni Network, and she was an excellent communicator, a great event planner, and a wonderful colleague. I had the pleasure of meeting Jamie at The Creating Change Conference, and she's been an invaluable professional contact. We are now both working full time at LGBTQ Centers and work together on the Higher Education Pride Professional of Texas Org, as well as with the Consortium of LGBTQ Centers. She has been an amazing sounding board for me in the last few years and well as someone I turn to if I need help strategizing about fundraising, creating new programs or policies, or thinking about ways my University could improve its inclusiveness (University of Houston's Gender Inclusive Housing and Living and Learning Community is an inspiration!)
Carolina Jimenez, Ph.D.
Jamie is a dynamic, intelligent, compassionate, highly skilled professional; I had the pleasure to work with her at the University of Houston collaborating in diversity and inclusion matters. One of the best memories I have is watching Jamie discuss (during an orientation session at the University of Houston) the services that her department offers University students. Jamie offers her best in any capacity and I know the university community is a better space because of her passion and commitment.
Liz Elsen
Jamie and I worked together with the Texas Exes Pride Alumni Network, and she was an excellent communicator, a great event planner, and a wonderful colleague. I had the pleasure of meeting Jamie at The Creating Change Conference, and she's been an invaluable professional contact. We are now both working full time at LGBTQ Centers and work together on the Higher Education Pride Professional of Texas Org, as well as with the Consortium of LGBTQ Centers. She has been an amazing sounding board for me in the last few years and well as someone I turn to if I need help strategizing about fundraising, creating new programs or policies, or thinking about ways my University could improve its inclusiveness (University of Houston's Gender Inclusive Housing and Living and Learning Community is an inspiration!)
Credentials
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IDI Qualified Administrator
IDI, LLCOct, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Strong Interest Inventory Certification
GS Consultants, Inc.Aug, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Mental Health First Aid
National Council for Behavioral HealthOct, 2016- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Out in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (oSTEM)
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Community Relations and Events
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Aug 2022 - Present
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University of Houston
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Career Counselor & Pre-Law Advisor, University Career Services
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Feb 2020 - Jul 2022
• Support College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences & students preparing for law school• Co-host Women in Economics panels with Economics Society & Department of Economics• Facilitate workshops on resumes, interviews, and career exploration, and career fair prep with a focus on first-generation college students• Partner with UH Law Center to host UH Pre-Law Forum annually• Assist in planning of Black Women in Leadership panel
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Interim Co-Director, UH LGBTQ Resource Center
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Jan 2022 - Jun 2022
• Partnered with GLOBAL (LGBTQ social student organization) to host in-person event• Collaborated with MECA Houston to host LGBTQ+ themed lotería night for 150+ attendees• Supported UH Special Collections to recover artifacts and information for LGBTQ+ history archives• Partnered with Alumni Association & Governmental Relations on coordination of UH in Houston Pride Parade with contingent of students, faculty, staff, and community members• Advised oSTEM UH Chapter and Gamma Rho Lambda Kappa Chapter (sorority)
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Instructor, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
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Aug 2020 - May 2022
Liberal Arts Career Planning course• Design & adapt curriculum for up to 35 undergraduate students virtually, hybrid, and in-person
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Instructor, Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies
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Jan 2021 - May 2021
Introduction to LGBTQ Studies course
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Diversity Education Coordinator, LGBTQ Resource Center
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Jun 2016 - Feb 2020
• Designed and implemented educational workshops, programs, large-scale events including a student-led educational conference with an emphasis on intersectionality• Collaborated with over 20 campus and community partners• Supervised 3 undergraduates and 1 graduate student• Raised $10,000+ in funds through grant writing and fundraising initiatives• Oversaw $15,000 programming and marketing budget• Advised international student organizations and Gamma Rho Lambda (LGBTQ+ sorority)• Assessed and evaluated learning outcomes and satisfaction of small and large-scale events• Oversaw all department-wide print and digital marketing materials and content• Managed leadership development program of 5-8 undergraduate students
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Graduate Assistant, Center for Diversity and Inclusion
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Oct 2014 - Jun 2016
• Created and facilitated custom workshops related to diversity and inclusion topics• Collaborated with academic and student life departments to host student-centered events• Coordinated a campus-wide diversity calendar with over 60 events and programs• Co-advised team of 17 student volunteers focused on marketing and outreach initiatives• Maintained CDI website and social media outlets including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram• Established the department’s assessment plan and progress card with planning team
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Graduate Intern, Cub Camp
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May 2015 - Aug 2015
• Advised a team of 5 undergraduate volunteers responsible for overseeing set-up and logistics• Developed and administered assessment tools including surveys based on learning outcomes• Benchmarked assessment tools and results from peer institutions for the inaugural summer camp
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National Realty Consultants
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Scheduling Coordinator
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Jan 2011 - Dec 2014
•Coordinated scheduling of 5 appraisers for hearings in over 200+ counties •Entered, processed, and tracked incoming correspondence and notices for over 1,000 clients •Reviewed and processed client documentation to ensure accuracy •Generated and distributed weekly reports related to application deadline tracking •Coordinated scheduling of 5 appraisers for hearings in over 200+ counties •Entered, processed, and tracked incoming correspondence and notices for over 1,000 clients •Reviewed and processed client documentation to ensure accuracy •Generated and distributed weekly reports related to application deadline tracking
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Popp Hutcheson PLLC
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United States
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Protest Coordinator
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Dec 2009 - Jan 2011
•Generated and distributed weekly and monthly status reports for application deadline tracking•Produced and filed protests and lawsuits in Texas, California, Louisiana and more•Created, notarized, and tracked over 1,000 affidavits to various counties
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Administrative Assistant/Runner
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Feb 2008 - Dec 2009
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Texas Senate
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United States
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Legislative Offices
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senate Messenger
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Aug 2006 - May 2007
•Distributed bills and amendments to Texas Senators on the Senate floor •Provided administrative assistance to staff and constituents during committee hearings •Supported the Secretary of Senate, Journal Clerk, Calendar Clerk, Sergeant-at-Arms during the 80th Legislative session •Distributed bills and amendments to Texas Senators on the Senate floor •Provided administrative assistance to staff and constituents during committee hearings •Supported the Secretary of Senate, Journal Clerk, Calendar Clerk, Sergeant-at-Arms during the 80th Legislative session
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Education
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2014 - 2016
University of Houston
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Higher Education - Administration and Supervision -
2006 - 2009
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor's Degree, Government, Minor: American Sign Language
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