Matthew Phister
Associate Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life at University of Utah- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Mental Health First Aid Training
National Council for Mental WellbeingDec, 2020- Oct, 2024
Experience
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University of Utah
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate Director, Fraternity & Sorority Life
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Jan 2021 - Present
• Advise Interfraternity Council executive board through weekly council meetings, regular officer 1:1 meetings, council retreats, and leading professional & leadership trainings • Coach portfolio of fraternity & sorority chapter leaders through reoccurring meetings and correspondence in areas including personal & academic wellbeing, chapter management & operations, risk management, & campus & community resources & support • Supervise FSL Graduate Assistant through utilizing a coaching model centered on reflective questioning, theory to practice discussions, and collaborative mentorship • Indirectly advise Panhellenic Council, Greek Programming Board, and Order of Omega Honors Society • Oversee day-to-day operations of FSL Office including managing staffing of office front desk, greeting & answering questions of students, parents, alumni, campus partners, and community members, collecting organizational dues, & maintaining office upkeep • Collaborate with Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life on management and development of Chapter Accreditation Program • Oversee development, implementation and evaluation of FSL leadership and educational programming including new member development, risk management & harm reduction, diversity, equity and inclusion, chapter and council officer development and transition, and development of FSL Emerging Leader program for aspiring chapter and community leaders. • Support the Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life with member and organization conduct matters in collaboration with the Office of the Dean of Students, chapter and regional advisors and member organizations’ national headquarters. • Oversee Fraternity & Sorority programming and departmental evaluation and assessment strategies; serve as liaison to Office of Assessment & Analytics in Division of Student Affairs • Manage the student organization renewal process for FSL organizations as well as update and maintain CampusConnect. Show less
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Resident Director
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Jun 2018 - Jan 2021
• Develop 12-26 Resident Advisors through annual staff training, bi-weekly 1:1 meetings, weekly staff meetings, staff retreats, social justice training, professional development preparation, staff accountability & performance evaluations • Oversee day-to-day operations of first-year/upper-division residential communities including serving as liaison to facilities, custodial, dining, administrative services, occupancy management, front desk operations, department leadership & campus partners• Collaborate on building oversight, management and supporting resident experiences with academic and institutional partners • Support academic and institutional partner events and programming within residential communities through promotion to residents, supporting event operations and management, problem-solving, and ongoing student development through outreach and feedback • Serve as liaison for residential community to campus partners • Manage area budgets of $18,500-$23,300 & oversee staff expenditures• Lead adaptation, implementation and assessment of building-specific Residential Learning Model, guiding intentional interactions with 400-900 residents, pursuing learning outcomes focused on culture of belonging, academic success and personal development • Serve in 24/7 on-call rotation to maintain safety and security of residence halls through supporting Resident Advisor response to severe violations of university and residential policy, as well as crisis and emergency response situations • Operate as primary hearing officer for resident conduct cases • Serve on HRE Student of Concern Response Team & provide direct intervention, referrals, & support for residents experiencing relationship violence/sexual misconduct, challenges with identity development, mental health, or concerns with safety & wellbeing Show less
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Michigan State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Community Director, Case Hall
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Aug 2016 - May 2018
• Supervised staff of 7 Resident Assistants (RAs) through annual training, weekly one-on-one meetings, weekly staff meetings, leadership workshops, professional development preparation, staff discipline and performance evaluations • Supported development and implementation of building-specific Residential Curriculum, guiding intentional interactions, programming, outreach and engagement efforts, to create welcoming and inclusive environment for 850 residential students • Served as primary hearing officer using restorative justice approach in student conduct, seeking to engage students in educational conversations regarding the community impact of their actions & how the harm can be repaired • Maintained safety and security of residence hall through serving in on-call duty rotation throughout the academic year to respond to violations of university and residence hall policy, as well as crisis and emergency response situations • Educated students and maintained university and residence hall policies including relationship violence and sexual misconduct, instances of bias, threats of self or community harm, alcohol, drugs, and heightened roommate conflicts • Supported staff recruitment and selection through candidate outreach, interviews, and selection • Collaborated with building and campus partners including Honors Living Learning Community & James Madison Residential College, Athletics, Community and Administrative Staff, facilities management, and emergency services • Advised Hall Government through recruitment of officers, supporting meeting facilitation, ensuring effective & ethical use of resident funds, supporting Executive Board with planning, & implementation of community initiatives & implementing leadership development for Executive Board through regular trainings and leadership retreats Show less
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Graduate Intern, Office of Greek Affairs
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Sep 2017 - Feb 2018
• Designed & implemented curriculum for two-day retreat for chapter leadership members to address community stereotypes, develop effective leadership & communication skills & analyze strategies for implementing values-based decision-making• Served as reviewer and judge of chapter and individual member award submissions for Annual Greek Gala Awards including Recruitment Chair of the Year, New Member of the Year, and Individual Service • Analyzed survey results from potential new members who did not complete formal recruitment process in order to make recommendations for enhancement of current recruitment counselor education and training program• Attended and supported community events such as IFC New Member Orientation and Annual Greek Gala Awards ceremony • Supported Greek Affairs office administration including maintaining spreadsheets of member attendance at mandatory community events, updating community websites and supporting council officer transitions Show less
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The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Intern for Fraternity and Sorority Life & Leadership Programs, Office of Dean of Students
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Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
• Benchmarked peer and aspirant institutions for Fraternity & Sorority Life accreditation processes, new member education programs, academic standards, conduct reporting and community policies, procedures and expectations • Developed a Fraternity and Sorority Life conduct flow-chart and FAQ sheet for Student Conduct processes and met weekly to discuss conduct trends, follow-up on case investigations and review progress of implemented sanctions • Collaborated with Women’s Center to develop semester-long curriculum of programming, activities and workshops for fraternity members, centered on increasing understanding of and combatting toxic masculinity using Michael Kimmel’s Guyland • Led the development of Fraternal Standards of Excellence Program in collaboration with Associate and Assistant Dean of Students in Fraternity & Sorority Life as well as IFC and Panhellenic Executive Boards • Assisted in the development of curriculum for IFC Executive Board and Panhellenic Recruitment Counselor retreats • Confirmed 8 topic presenters and created student application for Moc LEAD, a cohort-model leadership program designed to develop individual and organizational leadership through workshops and trainings • Created outreach plan for Moc LEAD, to recruit student participation and engagement, leading to 55 initial applicants and first-semester graduating class of 29 student leaders Show less
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The Fund for American Studies
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Coordinator, Capital Semester & Legal Studies Institute
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Nov 2013 - Jul 2016
• Managed daily operations of semester & summer academic internship program for undergraduates and law students • Oversaw program budget of $5,500 and was responsible for tracking and documenting all program-related expenses • Expanded student internship and professional development opportunities through outreach and partnership with internship coordinators from non-profit organizations, policy groups, media outlets and federal agencies • Gained experience in event planning, student programming and assessment through coordination of service projects, site briefings, professional development seminars and guest lectures from experienced professionals • Provided career mentorship and guidance to undergraduate students and recent graduates through internship placement, resume and cover letter review and editing and individual career planning Show less
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American Red Cross
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Summer Intern
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Jun 2013 - Aug 2013
• Supported Trust & Estate section during employee transition with database maintenance, writing gift acknowledgment letters, and analyzing Will's & testaments. • Prepared, analyzed, fact-checked, and edited exhibits and coinciding documents for presentation. • Investigated state and federal legislation in relation to Red Cross activities. • Analyzed and reviewed contract language to answer client questions • Worked under intense time constraints due to submission deadlines. • Supported Trust & Estate section during employee transition with database maintenance, writing gift acknowledgment letters, and analyzing Will's & testaments. • Prepared, analyzed, fact-checked, and edited exhibits and coinciding documents for presentation. • Investigated state and federal legislation in relation to Red Cross activities. • Analyzed and reviewed contract language to answer client questions • Worked under intense time constraints due to submission deadlines.
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The University of Akron
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Desk Manager
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Aug 2012 - May 2013
• Supervised 22 Community Assistants that staff residence hall service desk 24/7. • Responsible for staff training & development• Served on-call 24/7 in case of desk emergencies.• Managed administrative tasks such as scheduling, hiring, sanctioning, and employee paperwork. • Guided Community Assistants towards developing atmosphere of customer service and ensured service desk served as campus resource for students and guests. • Served as senior staff member for Residence Hall staff of fourteen.• Assisted supervisor with staff administrative tasks such as duty scheduling, event preparation, and building liaison to other service desks.• Mentored and advised Resident Assistants on responsibilities, conflict management, program development, and on-call emergencies. Show less
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Chief Justice, Undergraduate Student Government
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May 2012 - May 2013
• Branch representative & leadership team member for organization of 50 members• Led 9 Justices to adjudicate student organization grievances & university parking appeals• Upheld governing documents, organizational integrity, and unbiased oversight of USG elections. • Advocate for needs and interests of undergraduates relating to USG & University policies.• Developed professional communication across organizational branches, among university staff & administration, & undergraduate student body. • Managed administrative responsibilities including hiring, scheduling, event planning, employment paperwork, member training, development & accountability • Restructured organizational responsibilities to ensure unbiased election system including redesigning & growing size and responsibilities of Judicial Branch. • Developed accountability system to ensure members were completing Constitutionally assigned responsibilities and advocating for needs and interests of undergraduates they represented. • Served as Student Representative on Search Committee for Director of Student Judicial Affairs• Strengthened relationship between Judicial Branch and university departments such as Student Judicial Affairs, Residence Life & Housing, & Greek Life. Show less
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Justice, Undergraduate Student Government
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Sep 2011 - May 2012
• Upheld governing documents, maintained organizational integrity, and developed unbiased oversight of USG elections. • Adjudicated undergraduate organization constitutional grievances, elections grievances, and university issued parking appeals. • Advocate for needs and interests of undergraduates relating to USG & University policies.
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Resident Assistant
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Aug 2011 - May 2012
• Guided and mentored undergraduate and graduate students living in residence halls. • Work to build a community setting in which academic achievement, community development, and diversity awareness could thrive.• Uphold University of Akron and Residence hall policies and attend university sponsored events.
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Ohio Attorney General's Office
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United States
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Law Practice
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700 & Above Employee
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Summer Intern, Health and Human Services Section
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Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
• Learned court filing procedures, prepared legal binders, and interacted with law firms. • Observed and participated in medical licensure hearings • Conducted investigative research on insurance companies actions and affiliations. • Reviewed and analyzed case evidence and documents • Gathered and prepared numerous sets of exhibit binders and evidentiary materials • Filed documents with federal and local courts and delivered discovery to opposing counsel • Performed administrative functions including inventorying documents from closed cases, scanning case materials, and assisting paralegals in their daily activities. • Served as Team Leader among 6 interns in developing solutions to AG’s struggle of providing legal services to active duty military personnel through Patriot Program. Show less
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Education
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2016 - 2018
Michigan State University
Master's degree, Student Affairs Administration -
2016 - 2018
Michigan State University
Graduate Certificate, Teaching and Learning in Postsecondary Education -
2013 - 2013
George Mason University
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2009 - 2013
The University of Akron
Bachelor of Arts with Honors, Political Science: Laws, Courts, & Politics
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