Experience

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  Western Michigan University

  • United States
  • Higher Education
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Interim International Admissions Counselor

    • Apr 2022 - Present

  • Coordinator of Immigration Records

    • Sep 2019 - Apr 2022

  • CELCIS (Center for English Language & Culture for International Students) Program Assistant

    • Jan 2019 - Sep 2019

    • Maintaining communication with students, faculty, and international partners during the development and implementation of short-term programming.• Collaborating with faculty and staff to develop student activities both in and out of the classroom.• Assisting in the research, interpretation and implementation of policies compliant with relevant regulations.• Leading language and cultural exchange between international students and members of the community.• Developing organizational tools and assisting in budgeting and program planning for short-term program development (visiting international groups)

  • Outreach & Recruitment Graduate Assistant

    • Aug 2017 - Jul 2019

    •Collaborating with faculty, campus, and community partners to develop and implement effective outreach and recruitment events for prospective students and visiting groups (500+ individuals each semester), resulting in an increased enrollment for the college.•Effectively conveying knowledge to multiple audiences (students, parents, faculty, staff) while working in a diverse environment that utilizes salesforce to track relevant information.•Successfully supervising and supporting a staff of approximately twenty student employees.•Developing tools used to assess student staff development and position satisfaction- resulting in targeted trainings and revised procedures that better serve student staff and others.

  • Study Abroad Intern

    • Jun 2018 - Feb 2019

    •Tracking student application and registration materials, as well as responding to student inquiries regarding study abroad processes. •Editing programs and monitoring student’s online submissions within Terra Dotta. •Observing and participating in initial study abroad advising sessions.•Assisting with faculty-led program development- including program planning, budgeting, recruitment, and collaboration with faculty and staff. •Creating and implementing essential communication and pre-departure materials for students and staff.•Demonstrating familiarity with international higher education systems and different program models.

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  Kalamazoo College

  • Kalamazoo, Michigan

  • Center for International Programs Intern

    • Sep 2018 - May 2019
    • Kalamazoo, Michigan

    •Developing materials that will aid students in integrating study abroad into their academic plan.•Increasing my knowledge of study abroad requirements, procedures, and culture as it applies to a small, liberal arts institution.

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  Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp

  • Twin Lake, Michigan

  • International Program Assistant

    • May 2017 - Aug 2017
    • Twin Lake, Michigan

    •Used organizational skills to assist in the coordination of travel, accommodations, and activities for over 80 visiting international students under the age of 18.•Promoted the camp’s international programs, contributing to the recruitment of over 150 new students.•Aided in the training, preparation, and coordination of six student groups (over 250 students and staff) participating in international programs while working with global partners to facilitate more than ten international tours in five countries. •Created materials for future employee on-boarding purposes through the creative use of office software.

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  TalkTalk

  • Czech Republic & Slovakia

  • ESL Teacher

    • Apr 2016 - Feb 2017
    • Czech Republic & Slovakia

    •Developed and implemented curriculum and programming specific to the interests and developmental needs of more than 450 students within a fast-paced environment.•Maximized student’s confidence and interest in learning through effective cross-cultural interpersonal and group communication. •Strengthened the professional relationships with clients by consistently delivering high-quality service, resulting in client retention and business growth.•Increased my knowledge and use of Czech language.