RESUME

VITA



Dr. Frank R. Lamas

2304 Lancelot Dr.

Mansfield, Texas 76063

(817) 272-6080 (Office)

(817) 807-5431 (Cell)

Email: lamas@uta.edu





SUMMARY



Over thirty years of progressively responsible administrative experience in higher education; have held four

senior level positions since 1980.



Comprehensive knowledge of student development, student success and retention theory. Work cooperatively,

collegially and collaboratively with students, faculty, staff and administrators across university divisions to ensure the

coordination, effectiveness, efficiency and integration of programs and services that enhance academic/career

success, connection and personal development of students. Visionary, energetic, positive, accessible, creative,

student- centered and decisive leadership style. Sensitive, effective and visible advocate for the needs of majority as

well as underrepresented student populations. Demonstrated leadership, managerial, strategic planning, and budgeting

record. Excellent educational qualifications, interpersonal and communication skills, also bilingual (English and

Spanish). Successful faculty member, presenter and consultant. Active leadership and involvement in community

boards, leadership programs and professional organizations.



EDUCATION



State University of New York at Albany, Albany, New York 12222

Degree: Doctor of Education, Ph.D. August 1995

Program: Educational Administration and Policy Studies

Concentration: Higher Education Administration

Awarded University Fellowships: 1989-1990 and 1994-1995 G.P.A. 3.75

Dissertation Topic: Hispanics in Higher Education - Social and Academic Determinants of Retention Among

Cuban-Americans (comparison to White, African American and other Latinos) in Higher Education



State University of New York at Albany, Albany, New York 12222

Degree: Master of Science in Education, 1980

Program: Educational Administration and Policy Studies

Concentration: Higher Education Administration



State University of New York at Potsdam, Potsdam, New York 13676

Degree: Bachelor of Arts, May 1977; Majors: Economics and Education



PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE



VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS, THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON,

Summer 2005 – Present





Responsible for the Student Affairs Division of a large university within The University of Texas System with an

undergraduate and graduate population of approximately 33,000 with 4,500 residential students. Responsible for

supervision of the departments and staff within the following areas:









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 Campus Activities and Community Programs  Student Governance and Organizations

(University Events, Student Leadership Center, (Student Organizations, Ambassadors, UTA

Greek Life, Volunteer and Community Service HOSTS, Freshman Leaders on Campus,

Center, and Student Activities) Student Congress, Graduate Student Senate,

 Campus Recreation (Intramural Sports, Wellness, and Constituency Councils)

Aquatics, Sport Clubs, Maverick Activities Center  Office for Students with Disabilities

(MAC), Fitness, Recreational Programs, Fields  Movin’ Mavs Wheelchair Basketball Team

Complex, Spirit Programs)  ADA Office

 Student Legal Services  Parent and Family Center

 Student Conduct  Apartment and Residence Life

 Multicultural Affairs  Relationship Violence and Sexual Assault

 New Student Orientation Prevention Program

 Transfer Orientation  Assessment for Division

 Student Publications (The Shorthorn)  Development for Division

 Behavioral Intervention Team  Off Campus Mavericks Office



Administer a budget of approximately $8.5 million and a division which employs approximately 80 staff members.



Student Affairs employs more than 380 UT Arlington students throughout the year and has approximately 60

scholarship recipients including Movin’ Mavs Wheelchair basketball players, cheerleaders and other student

leadership positions. In addition, there are 190 non-paid students that hold leadership positions across the Division.

Annually approximately $1.4 million is spent on scholarships and employment of students.



Divisional Accomplishments

2010-2011

 Established the Off Campus Mavericks department to serve our commuter students, fall 2010.

 In 2006 the Division created a new mission, vision statement and core values to promote unity of purpose and

establish a transformational culture for the Division. This document was revised in December 2010.



2009-2010

 The Division of Student Affairs raised more than $120,000 in gifts from various sources including alumni,

parents, staff and external organizations.

 The Division generated $728,000 in revenue from programs and services.

 In 2009-10 more than 1,900 students, faculty and staff volunteered their time for charitable and philanthropic

causes raising more than $58,000 and clocking 20,000 hours of service through Student Affairs programs.

 The Behavior Intervention Team assisted almost 100 students in the 2009-10 academic year.

 The largest MavsMeet Convocation was held in August 2010 with approximately 2,400 attendees.



2008-2009

 The Division of Student Affairs started Transfer Orientation Program, summer 2009.

 The Division of Student Affairs received a national award, the Ted K. Miller Achievement of Excellence Award

from the Council for the Advancement of Standards for conducting outstanding work assessing student learning

and development, 2009.

 The Division of Student Affairs completed the division-wide self-assessment initiative using the Council for The

Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) in spring 2009. Fourteen departments were evaluated by

campus teams using the CAS standards, 2009.

 The Division generated $1.1 million in revenue from programs and services.

 More than 1,200 students, faculty and staff volunteered their time for charitable and philanthropic causes raising

more than $13,000 and clocking 17,000 hours of service through Student Affairs programs.

 Freshman Leaders on Campus won the Program Excellence Award from the National Association of Student

Personnel Administrators.

 The Student Life Fund received $85,000 in donations in 2008-09.

 The Division of Student Affairs received a two year grant from Outside the Classroom worth $60,000 to launch

AlcoholEdu, an online alcohol prevention program. This program was implemented in fall 2008 and fall 2009 to

all freshman students.





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 Enhanced MavsMeet Convocation Program with largest attendance, 1,600, in 2008-09.

 The Maverick Activities Center (The MAC) won the 2008-09 Athletic Business Facilities of Merit Award.

 Diversified Division staff, hiring 17 diverse staff members 2006-09.

 Developed a yearly video on co-curricular life at the University, 2006 - present.

 Created new positions to meet student needs in Division, 2005-present.



2007-2008

 Established the Behavior Intervention Team in September 2007. This network of professionals from across

campus provides support and intervention to students in need. During the 2007-09 academic years the team

reviewed approximately 142 cases.

 Completed $34.5 million addition and renovation project, Maverick Activities Center (MAC); Campus

Recreation facility opened Phase I, September 2007 and Phase II March 2008.

 Successfully completed SACS Review of Division of Student Affairs, 2005 - 2007.

 Coordinated Beginning College Survey of Student Engagement (BCSSE), beginning in 2007 - present.

 Established a Student Affairs Assessment Team, spring 2007. The Team launched a division-wide self-

assessment initiative using the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS).

 Selected new University mascot, Blaze, fall 2007, in partnership with Student Congress and University Public

Affairs.



2006-2007

 The Division of Student Affairs welcomed five new departments.

o New Maverick Orientation, spring 2007 (transferred from Admissions).

o Established Relationship Violence & Sexual Assault program, spring 2007.

o Established a Parent and Family Center, summer 2007.

o Developed a Mediation Center, fall 2007.

o Established a Leadership Center, spring 2006.

 Significantly enhanced Maverick Stampede activities (a.k.a. Welcome Week events), fall 2006-present.

 In partnership with Student Congress, Student Life Initiative II was passed in fall 2006 to increase funds used for

campus programs by $200,000.

 The Marketing & Communications Committee launched a new Student Affairs web site (fall 2006), established

an electronic newsletter (fall 2006) and created a divisional brochure (spring 2007). Redesigned MAV Dates and

Data Student Handbook/Publications, 2006.



2005-2006

 The Division of Student Affairs reorganized in June 2006 for the purpose of serving UT Arlington students and

the co-curricular needs of the university community more effectively.

 The Division created a new mission, vision statement and core values to promote unity of purpose and establish a

transformational culture for the Division.

 Five cross divisional committees were established in fall 2005 to focus the Division’s efforts in the areas of

Professional Development, Benchmarking, Space Allocation, Marketing and Communications and External

Funding. Since fall 2005, new committees have been formed including Assessment Team and Athletic

Promotions Committee.

 Partnered with Student Congress to bring Mobile Campus to the University, 2006.

 Established Spirit and Pride Fridays, fall 2005 - present.



Department Accomplishments

Apartment and Residence Life

 Residence Halls maintained an overall occupancy of 99% and Apartments maintained an overall occupancy of

96% for the fall semester 2009.

 The Residence Hall Association won Best Delegation Award at the SWACURH Conference.

 All apartments on campus became non-smoking communities effective August 1, 2008.

 Apartment and Residence Life staff presented more than 300 educational programs within their communities,

2008-09.

 Reorganized Residence Hall Association (RHA), 2007-08.

 Co-hosted the SWACUHO Regional Conference and hosted the North Texas LIST (Live-In Staff Training)

Conference, 2007-08.





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 Participated in Recyclemania, a nationwide effort to increase recycling on college campuses, 2007-08.

Campus Activities & Community Programs

Greek Life & University Events

 The Fall Concert Series featured Maroon 5 with a sold out performance and friend raising event prior to the

concert, 2009-2010.

 During the fall semester, the Greek community raised $43,673.64 and contributed 6,440.7 hours of community

service to local organizations, 2009-10.

 Increased minimum eligibility to join a Greek organization to a 2.5 GPA and completion of 9 credit hours from

UTA or a transfer student. In addition, students must maintain a 2.5 GPA to be active and participate in

leadership positions and all Greek activities, 2009-10.

 A record setting 100 teams participated in the 27 th Annual Bed Races co-sponsored by Campus Recreation raising

funds for scholarships.

 The Maverick Speakers Series was co-sponsored with the President’s Office; speakers included Thomas

Friedman, Juan Williams, and Doris Kearns Goodwin, 2008-09.

 Panhellenic Council (PHC), Interfraternity Council (IFC), Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) and National Pan-

Hellenic Council (NPHC) had a 40% increase in recruitment, 2008-09.

 Greek membership increased 10%, 2008-09.

 The Greek community raised over $66,000 and completed almost 14,000 service hours with charitable

organizations, 2007-2008.

 Two Greek chapters were chartered, Delta Phi Omega and Phi Delta Theta, increasing the total number to 32

national organizations represented on campus, 2007-2008.

 The education series “Greek 101” continued with over 850 participants attending lectures with topics including

hazing, alcohol and sexual assault awareness, 2007-2008.

 University Events collaborated with the Office of the President, College of Liberal Arts and others to sponsor the

Maverick Speakers Series featuring Ben Stein, Bill Bradley, and Spike Lee, 2007-2008.

 Approximately 6,500 students, faculty, staff and alumni participated in Homecoming activities, 2007-2008.

 The “Fall Concert Series” featured Ludacris and Rihanna performed to a sold out crowd, 2006-2007.

 The Springfest 2008 concert featured bands The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, OK Go, The Feds, Joe Nichols and

Switchfoot 2006-2008.

 University Events sponsored the Graduation Celebration Afterparty featuring the Eli Young Band following a

commencement address by Bob Schieffer, 2008.

 Greek Life conducted the EBI (Educational Benchmarking Inc.), a national benchmarking study to improve

fraternity/sorority life at UT Arlington, 2006.

Leadership Center

 Center partnered with the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies to offer a 15 hour minor in

Leadership Studies beginning fall 2010.

 The Leadership Center committee awarded 32 Wells Fargo-Student Affairs Scholarships of up to $250 for

students to attend leadership related conferences, 2009-10.

 The Fall Leadership Retreat was attended by over 200 students. The theme “Changing the World Brick by

Brick” featured Mark & Ginger Whitacre, Sam Nix and Stephanie Gillespie, 2009-10.

 The Center hosted the Inaugural Spring Leadership Institute for 40 Youth Leadership Arlington students

representing seven high schools, 2007.

 The Center co-sponsored several outstanding programs: The Oxfam Hunger Banquet, The Networking Reception

Etiquette Program, and the Susan G. Komen for The Cure Presentation, to introduce students to the meaningful

work of non-profit organizations, 2007-08.

Student Activities

 EXCEL Campus Activities presented over 26 events attracting more than 15,000 participants to programs such

as, Friday Night Movies, One Mic Stand Comedy Series, Post Secret creator Frank Warren, Bed Races, Kenya

Safari Acrobats, 2009-2010.

 The Big Event had 800 students, faculty, staff and community members volunteer at 54 sites throughout the

metroplex coming together to serve the local community, 2009-2010.

 47% of EXCEL’s 51 members achieved a 3.0 GPA or higher during the fall semester, including 3 students

achieving a 4.0 GPA, 2008-2009.

 A record setting 100 teams participated in the 27 th Annual Bed Races co-sponsored by Campus Recreation

raising funds for student scholarships, 2008-2009.







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 UTA Volunteers’ 2009 “The Big Event” increased participation to 640 students, faculty, staff and community

members at 30 project locations, spring 2008.

 UTA Volunteers worked with over 20 community service agencies to offer 50 different volunteer opportunities

throughout the year, 2007-08.

 The EXCEL Movie Series served over 6,000 individuals, 2007-08.

 EXCEL had numerous sell out performances over the past three years featuring artists Max Brooks, Lorraine

Warren, Black Tie Dynasty, Gabriel Iglesias, and comedian Carlos Mencia, 2005-07.

 The UTA Volunteers sponsored Alternative Spring Break programs to Catalina Island, California (environmental

program), to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (Habitat for Humanity), and Tahlequah, Oklahoma (the capital of the

Cherokee Nation), 2006.

 EXCEL brought speaker Maya Angelou to campus in February 2006.

Campus Recreation

Facility

 Close to 65% of UT Arlington students use the MAC; approximately 4000 students per day, 2010-11.

 The Maverick Activities Center won the Outstanding Sports Facilities Award for 2010.

 43.2% of the Campus Recreation student staff achieved between a 3.0 and 4.0 GPA, 2009-2010.

 Construction began on the $34.5 million Maverick Activities Center (MAC) in September 2006 and the

Groundbreaking Ceremony for the MAC was held on October 10, 2006. Phase I of the MAC opened on

September 18, 2007 with Phase II completion March 2008.

 Conducted 35th Annual Metro Golf Tournament with 96 golfers and established the Campus Recreation

Scholarship Fund, 2008.

Intramural Sports

 There were 564 intramural sport teams in 2009-10, which is an increase of 14.4% from 2008-09.

 Increased intramural sports teams by 11% (411 teams) during the 06-07 academic year.

QUEST University Wellness

 Expanded Group Exercise program to 50 classes every week 2009-present.

 Collaborated with the Health Center to host the Great American Smoke-Out on campus, 2007.

 The Trinity Wellness Zone was implemented in Trinity House Residence Hall in fall 2006. The Wellness Zone

served approximately one-third of Trinity House residents, 2006-08.

Spirit Groups

 Cheerleaders placed first winning the national championship at the NCA Collegiate National Cheerleading

Championships, 2009-10.

 Cheerleaders placed 2nd in the Division I Small Co-ed Division at the NCA Collegiate National Cheerleading

Championships, April 2009.

 Cheerleading Team ranked 3rd in Universal Cheerleaders Association/Universal Dance Association National

Cheerleading competition, 2005-06.

Sport Clubs

 Increased the number of sport clubs to 23 (up from 13 in Spring 2006), 2007-08.

Movin’ Mavs

 Started an Adaptive Recreation program by hosting a 4-on-4 wheelchair football, badminton and table tennis

tournaments and an up/down tennis tournament. 2009-10.

 Movin’ Mavs players graduation rates are above 80%.

 Qualified for the National Intercollegiate Wheelchair Basketball Tournament for the 17th consecutive year and

finished third in the nation, 2008.

 The Movin’ Mavs were hosted by the Governor of Texas and honored in Austin by the UT Board of Regents, the

Texas House of Representatives, and by Texas Senator, Chris Harris for wining 2006 National Championship.

 The Movin’ Mavs completed the regular season with a 23-1 record and won their 7th National Championship

over Wisconsin, 2006.

Student Legal Services

 Provided advice, counsel, and legal assistance to over 1,470 students in 2008-09.

Multicultural Affairs

 The Diversity Lecture Series hosted legendary civil rights attorney, Morris Dees, spoke to a sold out crowd in

Texas Hall and Social Justice educator Dr. Maura Cullen, 2009-10.

 Maverick Speaker Series included Dr. Ronald Takiki and Lani Guinier, 2008-09.

 The magazine, “Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education,” selected UT Arlington as one of the Top 100 four year

colleges for Hispanics in 2008.





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 Recognized in 2007-08 by the American Association of State Colleges & Universities (AASCU) for “closing the

gap” between Hispanic and non-Hispanic student graduation rates for 2002-2005.

 Received the Academic Institution Award from INROADS Dallas-Fort Worth for largest number of INROADS

participants in the metroplex. UT Arlington has won this award five consecutive years.

 Hosted first Diversity Lecture Series in fall 2007, with Janet Bennett conducting workshops on intercultural

competence and a theatrical production “Soy Latina: Dancing in the Mirror”, 2008.

 Established Multicultural Mavericks (2007) a student initiated programming group for heritage celebrations

(Hispanic Heritage, Black History, Women’s History months and Asian Awareness). Over 60 events completed

in 2007-08.

Parent and Family Center

 Increased membership to the Parent & Family Center from 148 to nearly 600 families in just its second year,

raising more than $15,000, 2009-10.

 Created a scholarship fund for students, 2 students will awarded a $500 scholarship each semester, 2009-10.

 Hosted the most successful Parent & Family Weekend, more than 600 parents and family members registered for

the weekend, 2009-10.

 The Division of Student Affairs coordinated Parent & Family Weekend beginning in 2006. More than 330

students, parents and family members participated each fall, 2006-08.

 Created a new summer orientation program for parents of incoming students, summer 2007.

 Launched new websites for Parent & Family Center and Parent & Family Weekend, 2006.

Student Governance and Organizations

Student Congress

 Student Life Initiative III, (University Center addition and parking garage) passed in the Student Congress

Elections with 86% approval rate, 2008.

 Coordinated City Council Day at UTA with members of the Arlington City Council and Mayor giving students a

chance to voice their concerns and opinions to city officials, 2008.

 Established the Class Ring Program, updating the design of our university ring and recommending the creation

of a ceremony whereby class rings are given to students, 2008.

 Enhanced Student Congress Maverick Discount Program with over 250 companies participating in the Program,

2007-08.

Student Organizations

 Over 280 student organizations registered with a reported 8,000 student members, 2009-10. Over 80 new

organizations established in last five years.

 The Office instituted the Risk Management training program for organization officers and advisors, in

compliance with recent state legislation, 2008-09.

UTA Ambassadors

 Created the Ambassador Endowed Scholarship, a $500 award given annually to the Outstanding Ambassador of

the Year, 2007-08.

UTA-HOSTS! (Helping Other Students To Succeed)

 The UTA-HOSTS! mentoring program continued the tradition of students helping students. During 2008-09,

almost 1,000 students participated.

 Enrolled over 1,000 students annually from 2005-2008 to participate as mentors.

FLOC

 The Freshmen Leaders on Campus’ Tent of Hope was selected to be placed on the National Mall in Washington,

D.C. in November. The tent was then sent to Darfur, Sudan, 2008-09.

 Freshmen Leaders on Campus won the Program Excellence Award from the National Association of Student

Personnel Administrators. They received the Bronze Award in the Enrollment Management, Orientation,

Parents, First-Year, Other-Year and Related category, 2008-09.

New Maverick Orientation

 Partnered with Veteran Affairs to establish a veteran’s orientation program that was launched in summer.

 The first Transfer Orientation was held serving almost 300 students, 2008-09.

 Hosted the NODA Region IV Conference in Arlington in February 2008.

Office for Students with Disabilities

 Provided service to over 450 students which resulted in 905 direct contact hours for disability counseling,

advocacy and guidance. This was a 10% increase from last year, 2009-10.

 Launched with Career Services Entry Point program for students with disabilities in Science, Engineering,

Mathematics, Computer Science, and Business, 2008.





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 Constructed an accessible facility with “state of the art” assistive technology lab and testing center, fall 2005.



Student Conduct

 Coordinated Hazing Prevention Week including the Trail of Haze Campaign, Academic Integrity programming,

Mavericks Use their Own Minds and ongoing monthly programming in the Residence Halls 2009-10.

 The Behavior Intervention Team served almost 100 students during the academic year, 2009-10.

 AlcoholEdu program served 64% of the incoming first-time, full-time freshman in completion of the 2 hour

module which provided them important alcohol education, 2009-10.

 Trained 14 mediators for mediation services during a 40 hour training session in December. Mediation services

transferred to Office of Student Conduct in fall 2008.

 Conducted “Promoting Positive Traditions” National Hazing Prevention Week 2007 with author Josh Goldman

as featured speaker “Tell Me Something I Don’t Know”.

 Conducted the 4th annual “Mavericks Use Their Own Minds” Academic Integrity Week in October, 2007.

 Revised Student Code of Conduct, 2007-08.

Relationship Violence & Sexual Assault Prevention

 Created online training seminars for faculty/staff designed to increase their knowledge and awareness of sexual

assault, dating violence and stalking, 2007-08.

 Created communitywide collaborations with the Women’s Center of Tarrant County, Safe Haven of Tarrant

County, Arlington Police Department and Victim Witness Assistance, 2007-08.

 Created the Relationship Violence and Sexual Assault Prevention Program to educate and assist students, staff

and faculty members with matters surrounding sexual assault, dating violence and stalking on college campuses,

2007.

 Created a Sexual Assault Response Network comprised of University faculty and staff members who are

available to assist students impacted by violence, 2007-08.

Student Publications

 The Shorthorn was named Best College Newspaper in its division and theshorthorn.com named Best Affiliated

Website by the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association. In all, Student Publications received more than 50 state,

regional and national awards, 2009-2010.

 Student Publications awarded 41 scholarships totaling approximately $27,700, 2009-10.

 The Shorthorn revenue from ad sales increased by 21% in spring 2010.

 The Shorthorn Online named the best-designed college newspaper web site in the nation by College Media

Advisers and was a finalist for a Pacemaker award for overall excellence, the highest national award for college

media, 2008-2009.

 Increased Shorthorn advertising sales 24% over fall 2007.

 Increased Shorthorn readership 10% from fall 2007-08.

 The Shorthorn was named the Best Daily College Newspaper in Texas for the sixth consecutive year by Texas

Associated Press Managing Editors, 2007-08.

 The Shorthorn named the best college newspaper web site in Texas by the Texas Intercollegiate Press

Association in 2008.



Committees

University

University College Advisory Board, Co-Chair, Fall 2010 - present.

University Center Upgrade Committee, Co-Chair, Fall 2010 - present.

Mavs Meet Convocation Committee, Chairperson, 2005-2010.

Committee on Student Technology, Co-Chair, Spring 2010.

Search Committee for Alumni Executive Director, Member, 2010.

Tobacco Free Campus Committee, Member, 2009.

Leadership Center Planning Committee, Chair, 2005-2007. Member 2007-Present.

Advisory Committee on Student Affairs, Chair, 2005-Present.

President’s Roundtable Committee, Co-Chair, 2005-Present.

Student Service Allocation Advisory Committee, Advisor, 2005-Present.

Tuition Review Committee, Member, 2005-Present.

Student Fee Oversight Committee, Member, 2005-Present.

Centennial Court Apartments Management Committee, Member, 2005-Present.

Mavs Meet Long Range Planning Committee, Executive committee Member, 2005-2008.





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Activities Building Expansion/Renovation Ad Hoc Committee, Member, 2005-2008.

Campus Master Planning Subcommittee, Member, 2005-2007.

Athletics, Physical Education, Recreational Sports Committee, Member, 2005-2008.

Diversity and International Understanding Committee, Chair, 2006-2007.

NCAA Recertification Team, Member, 2006-2007.

Brand Initiative Group, Member, 2005-2007.

Deans Council, Member, 2005-2006.

Hurricane Katrina Committee, Member, 2005-2006.



ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS, September 1999 – Summer 2005

INTERIM VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS, January 2001- December 2001

PROMOTED TO ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS, September 1999

ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS, December 1995-September 1999



ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ROCHESTER, NEW YORK





ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS,

ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Second in charge of the Division of Student Affairs of a highly selective, private comprehensive university with an

undergraduate student body of 15,000 and a graduate population of 5,000 with approximately 8,000 residential

students. Responsible for supervision of the departments and staff within following areas:





 Center for Campus Life (Greek Affairs,  Center for Residence Life

Student Alumni Union, Student Government,  Margaret’s House (Childcare Center)

College Activities Board, Student Clubs and  Summer Camp Programs

Organizations, Volunteer Center, Performing  Director of Student Affairs Development

Artists Series and Cultural Spotlight Series)  Liaison to National Technical Institute for the

 Leadership Institute and Volunteer Center Deaf

 Center for Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation  Liaison to North Star Academic & Cultural

(Intercollegiate Athletics, Recreation, Wellness, Center (Latino, African and Native American

Student Life Center, Intramurals, and Gordon Field programs)

House and Activities Center)

 Center for Religious Life



Administered a budget of approximately $8 million, 58 full-time staff members, many part-time staff and hundreds of

student employees.



Assisted Vice President in overall leadership, professional staff hiring/development, supervision and management of

the Division of Student Affairs ($15 million budget with 175 employees). Participated in developing budget

proposals, resource allocation and setting final allocation of capital budget funds. Coordinated Division

external/restricted funding initiatives (1995-2004). Supervised divisional efforts in research and assessment areas

(1995-2004). Coordinated, advised, and provided training and direction for Institute Appeals Board. Served as

Judicial Appeals Hearing Officer. Undertook various university projects. Media spokesperson for division. Provided

leadership for division’s networks and task forces (1995-2001). Served and chaired a number of University and

Divisional Committees including committees on strategic planning, diversity, student life, building projects (field

house and activities center, senior housing project, student union), campus celebrations, campus safety, grants and

contracts, campus climate, capital campaign, search teams, advisory boards and community boards. Responded to

faculty concerns, student problems, and crisis situations.



ACCOMPLISHMENTS:



University

 Served on University Strategic Planning Committee, Community Task Force, 2003-2004. Appointed to Agenda

for Action Strategic Planning Team, 2004-2005.

 United Way Loaned Executive, major accounts division representative, spring 2003. Raised over one million





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dollars in contributions.



 Developed Building Cultural Competency Workshop pilot program with Worksmart Learning Systems Inc. and

Human Resources department, fall 2002.

 Teamed with Dean of College of Science on Partners in Pluralism program, 2003-2005.

 Selected by President to serve on Campus Climate study group, providing recommendations for action plan,

2003-2005.



Vice President’s Office

 Developed SA Capital Campaign fundraising strategy and implementation, with 55% individual giving rate,

center projects raising $11K and save a seat program in new Gordon Field House/Activities Center $30K, 2003-

2005.

 Conducted a study (2004) of Hispanic student needs at RIT including focus groups. Responsible for addressing

issues with partners across Institute. Partnered with Student Government to establish organization (LaVoz) with

senator’s seat within Student Government. Implemented new program for incoming Hispanic students to meet

with student peers, upper class leaders, faculty and administrators during 2004 orientation program.

 SBCT (Student Behavior Consultation Team), Member 1995-1996, Chairperson, 1996-2001. Efforts of our post

crisis response team assisted 275 (85%) students to stay in school making progress toward their degrees.

 Acting Director of Office of Student Conduct (September-December 1997) and served as Interim Director of

Residence Life (May-October 1998) in addition to role as Associate Vice President.

 Assisted in writing new Alcohol Policy, Diversity Plan of Work, and Institute Values Statement: Expectations

for Community Behavior, and Retention Plan of Work, 1995-2000.

 Established and implemented Student Justice position for Institute Appeals Board, 1996.



Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation

 Provided divisional leadership and vision on $30 million Field House/Activity Center (160,000 sq. ft., two pools,

arena and fitness center) and turf field projects completed Spring 2004. Partnered with Development Office on

$14 million fundraising activity prior to completion.

 Student athlete average GPA 3.13 highest in RIT history. Conducted a study of student athlete graduation rates

with results indicating a 76% graduation rate for athletes enrolling as freshmen and 84% for transfer students

surpassing university graduation rates by 18% and 26%. Eleven teams participated in post season

championships. Overall Intercollegiate Athletic Team success across 24 Men’s and Women’s teams second

highest (62%) in university history 2003-04.

 Intramural participants 7,400 (2% increase) and total students served by wellness education courses 15,238 (13%

increase). Developed certificate of excellence program and Fit and Well campaign. Recreational users 372,230

(11% increase) 2003-2004.

 Merged various departments into Center for Human Performance, January 2000. Reorganized Student Life

Center staffing and created new full-time positions, 1998-2004.

 Proposed with Director of Intercollegiate Athletics RIT’s participation in new Empire 8 Athletic Conference,

1999. Presently studying new conference affiliation and division issues.

 Participated in designing and building $1 million RIT Boathouse, 1999.

 Completed Capital Projects: new practice and intramural fields; upgraded Ritter Ice Arena; Clark Gym; Student

Life Center; two phases of stadium project; trainer’s room renovation, 1995- 2001.

 Provided support and advocacy for implementation of Women’s Cross Country Team, 2001.



Campus Life

 New “Late Night” programming initiatives launched with $100,000 allocated for this project to bring community

together.

 Lead newly formed Greek Life Team and conducted a study of Greek Life at RIT, 2003-2004.

 Developed Volunteer Center with Director of Campus Life. Advocated and received FTE for Coordinator of

Center in 2003-04. Center had approximately 8,700 student volunteers, 211 special events and 214 agency

connections during 2003-04 academic year.

 Oversee $1.7 million in mandatory student fees.

 Oversee approximately 150 Clubs and 28 Greek Letter organizations with 3800 students involved. These groups

fundraised $74,000 in 2002-03 academic year.









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Childcare Center

 Established a Summer Camp program at Margaret's House, 1996.

 Established Margaret’s House as a United Way donor institution, received $12,400 in 2003.

 Responsible for Margaret’s House construction project team with budget of approximately $700,000. Completed

building on time and within established budget, June, 1995.



INTERIM VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS,

ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY



Administered a budget of approximately $15 million and division which included approximately 175 staff members.

Responsible for supervision of all Centers within Student Affairs Division including:



 Student Transition and Support (Orientation, First Year  Learning Development (Disability Services,

Experience, International Student Services, Women’s Academic Accommodations, Higher Education

Center) Opportunity Program, Special Services Program)

 Campus Life  Religious Life

 Residence Life  English Language

 Margaret’s House  Student Health

 Human Performance  Student Conduct and Mediation Services

 Counseling



Accomplishments

 Created new vision/direction for Student Affairs Division. Established nine major goals.

 Encouraged and supported collaborative and cooperative relationships with other divisions of the

university. Partnered with key Institute players (Academic Affairs, Finance and Administration,

Enrollment Management and Development) to achieve the following:



- Revision of First Year Experience Course, 2001.

- Implemented New Fall Orientation and Week of Welcome Program, fall 2002.

- Completed final phase of $65 million residence hall renovation, 2001.

- Established Center for Academic Success and Cultural Affairs (Northstar), 2001.

- Completed six new free-standing Greek houses, fall 2001.

- Awarded $600,000 Schmidt Foundation Grant to endow the Director of Religious Life position,

summer 2001.

- Completed $500,000 project in first phase of re-modeling of Student Alumni Union, 2001.

- Established 12 Corners Coffeehouse on campus, 2001.

- Awarded Ben & Jerry’s franchise placed in Student Alumni Union, 2001.

- Consolidated Residence Life and Business Services areas, fall 2001.

 Advocated for resources for fiscal year 2001-2002. Provided leadership in justifying budgetary request.

Results of budget hearings included approximately $500,000 in new funds, including new positions,

capital funds as well as appropriate fee requests.

 Appointed task force to scan customer service initiatives within the division and developed a plan for future

Division/Center improvements.

 Developed Assessment Plan for the division.

 Retained duties and responsibilities of Associate Vice President for Student Affairs.



Committees

Health Challenge Mentor, 2005.

Coast to Coast Run, Planning Team, Chairperson, 2004.

Agenda for Action Strategic Planning and Fundraising Team, Member, 2004-2005.

Strategic Planning Committee, Community Task Force, Member and Sub-committee Chairperson, 2003-2004.

Partners in Pluralism Committee, Member, teamed with Dean of College of Science, 2003-2005.

Alpha Sigma Lambda Honorary Society Selection Committee, Chairperson, 1995-2005.

Greek Life Study Strategic Implementation, Co-Chair, 2003-2005.

Reporter Advisory Board (University Student Newspaper), Member, 1995-2001, Chairperson, 2001-2005.





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Rivers Run Senior Housing Committee, Member, 2003-2005.

RIT Ethnic Faculty/Staff Committee, Member, 1996-2005.

United Way Steering Committee Member, Co-Chairperson of Student Giving, 2003-2004.

Advisory Committee on Campus Safety – LaValle Act, Division Representative, 1995-2005.

Environmental Health and Management Executive Team, 2003-2005.

Student Affairs Committee of Academic Senate, Member, 2004.

Senior Research Administrator for Grants/Contracts Search Committee, Member, 2004.

President’s Task Force Studying Campus Climate, Member, 2003-2005.

Latin American Student Association (LASA) Advisory Board, 1995-2005.

Delta Phi Epsilon, Advisory Board, Member, 2003-2005.

Campus Ombudsperson Advisory Board, Chairperson, 2003-2005.

Margaret’s House Program Advisory Board, Member, 1997-2005.

Institute Capital Campaign, Faculty/Staff Committee, and Athletic Fundraising Committees, 2002-2005.

NTID Dean’s Advisory Board, Member, 2002-2005.

Director of Residence Life Search Committee, Chairperson, Spring 2003.

RIT 175th Anniversary Planning Committee, Member, 2002-2005.

New York Campus Compact, Campus Representative, 2001-2005.

New Student Orientation Committee, Co-Chairperson with Provost, 2001-2002.

Student Affairs Committee of Academic Senate, Member, 2001.

Institute Assessment Committee, Member, 2001-2004.

Student Life Committee of Board of Trustees, Member and Chairperson, 1995-2005.

Academic Senate, Member, 2001.

Calendar Committee, Member, 2001.

Institute Council, Member, 2001.

Hopkins Committee, Division Representative, evaluating Institute calendar change options, 2000.

Diversity Committee, Member, Innovative Recruitment Strategies subcommittee, Member, 2000-2005.

Assistant Provost for Diversity Search Committee, Division Representative, 1998-1999.

Student Affairs Staff Awards Committee, Member, 1997-2001.

Student Affairs Leadership Retreat committee, Member, 1996-2001, Chairperson, 2001-2005.

K-12 Advisory Board, involved in outreach activities in the Rochester community, 1995-2001.

Institute Space Allocation Committee, Division Representative, 1995-2001.

Middle States Accreditation, Division Representative, 1997.

Payroll and Human Resources Committee, Member, 1997.

Women's Basketball Coach Search Committee, Member, Summer 1996.

Harassment and Discrimination Committee, Division Representative, 1995-1997.



ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, COLLEGE STUDENT PERSONNEL/HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRAM,

CANISIUS COLLEGE, BUFFALO, NEW YORK, 1997-2001



Taught Introduction to College Student Personnel Administration. Advised students in program regarding

educational and professional development issues. Established assistantship/internship pipeline at RIT in 1996-2005.



ASSOCIATE DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS, WESTERN MARYLAND COLLEGE, WESTMINSTER,

MARYLAND, July 1990-July 1994 (now McDaniel College)



Second in charge of the Division of Student Affairs with undergraduate residential student body of 2500.

Responsible for supervision of the departments and staff within the areas of:



 Residence Life  Campus Safety

 Judicial Administration (Honor Code)  New Student Orientation

 College Judicial Board  Alcohol Education



Administered budget of approximately $1 million and supervised 20 staff members.



Assisted the Vice President for Student Affairs with the supervision of other Student Affairs departments including

the Counseling Center, Career Planning and Placement, Health Center, International Student Services, Campus







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Activities, Minority Student Services, Greek Affairs and Religious Life. Assisted the Vice President for Student

Affairs with staff recruitment and development, program design and administration, policy development and

publications. Worked closely with Academic Deans and other Administrative Divisions in areas related to enhancing

student academic success and out of the classroom learning experiences. Provided leadership and assistance in the

resolution of student, parent, and faculty concerns.



 Instituted and conducted Dean’s Chats program to obtain feedback from students regarding matters of interest

and student concern.

 Reorganized, restructured, initiated staffing changes to redirect the efforts of the Residence Life and Campus

Safety Departments.

 Established strong working relationships with community agencies, Westminster Police Department, States

Attorney’s Office, and Emergency and Medical Agencies.

 Developed a comprehensive five-year capital projects plan for campus residence halls and campus safety related

projects.

 Conducted a comprehensive student satisfaction survey in spring semesters 1991-1994.

 Developed a comprehensive training program and provided joint training opportunities for Residence Life,

Campus Safety, and Orientation staff.



Committees



Board of Trustees Committee on Student Affairs, Member, 1990-1994.

President’s Administrative Council, Member, 1990-1994.

Enrollment Planning Committee, Member, 1990-1994.

Board of Trustees Day Care Advisory Task Force, Member, 1990-1991.

Orientation Committee, Chairperson, 1990-1994.

First Year Experience program, developed and implemented, 1994.

President’s Residential College’s Task Force, Member, 1993-1994.

College Retention Committee, Member, 1993-1994.

College Food Services Advisory Task Force, Co-Chairperson, 1993-1994.

Affinity (Special Interest) and Honor’s Housing Selection Committee, Member, 1992-1994.

Greek Housing Issues Committee, Chairperson, 1992-1993.

College Bookstore Advisory Task Force, Member, 1991-1992.

College Parking Committee, Chairperson, 1991-1992, Member, 1990-1991.

Director of Campus Safety Search Committee, Chairperson, Summer, 1991.

Personnel Employee Classification Appeals Committee, Member, 1990-1994.

Staff Development Committee, Chairperson and Member, 1990-1994.

Parent and Student Guidance Day Committee, Member, 1990-1994.

College Safety Management Committee, Member, 1990-1992.

Sexual Assault Policy Committee, Member, 1990-1991.



FELLOWSHIP, DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND POLICY STUDIES,

August 1989-May 1990



Assigned to administrative responsibilities assisting chair of department.



GRADUATE ASSISTANT, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT

AFFAIRS, STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT ALBANY, ALBANY, NEW YORK,

August 1988-May 1989



Major responsibilities included staff support for the Vice President for Student Affairs.



Committees



Student Affairs Cabinet, Member, 1988-1989.

Planning and Budget Development Advisory Committee, Member, 1988-1989.

Committee on Racial Concerns Across the Campus, Member, 1988-1989.







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Student Development Center Task Force, Member, 1988-1989.

Academic Support Programs and Services and University Facts and Information Publications, Editor, 1988-1989.

Student Handbook Committee, Member, 1988-89.



EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS AND DIRECTOR OF

JUDICIAL ADMINISTRATION, ITHACA COLLEGE, ITHACA, NEW YORK, August 1981-August 1988



Second in charge of the Division of Student Affairs of a selective private college with undergraduate student body of

5,800 mostly residential. Responsible for supervision of departments and staff within following areas in absence of

the Vice President:



 Residential Life  Judicial Administration

 Campus Ministries  College Safety and Security

 Counseling Center  Career Planning and Placement

 Health Center  Financial Aid

 Educational Opportunity Program  Orientation

 Campus Activities  Campus Center

Assisted Vice President for Student Affairs administering budget of approximately $5.5 million and supervising 100

staff members.



Coordinated college leave of absence, withdrawal, and readmissions process. Responsible for administration,

evaluation and revision of the Campus Judicial System and Student Conduct Code. Selected, trained and supervised

hearing officers and approximately 40 student, faculty and staff justices. Implemented computerized judicial

reporting and analysis system. Served as Acting Director of Residence Life Department, May-September, 1985.



Committees



Presidential Task Force on the “Minority Experience” at Ithaca College, Member, 1987-1988.

Common Intellectual Experience Committee, Core Curriculum Sub Committee on “Values and Ethics Across the

Curriculum”, Member, 1987-1988.

Middle States Institutional Steering Committee, Student Affairs Division Representative, 1985- 1987.

Student Affairs/School of Humanities and Sciences Task Force, Co-Chairperson, 1987-1988.

Enhancing Student Development In and Out of the Classroom, Presenter, Spring 1986 and 1987.

Campus Affirmative Action Committee, Member, 1982-1988.

Role of the Chaplaincy Committee, Chairperson, 1982-1983.

Student Leadership Workshop Planning Committee, Member and Presenter, fall 1982.

Commencement Committee, Member, 1981-1987.

Campus Life Committee, Chairperson, 1981-1985.

Housing Room Assignment Task Force, Member, 1981-1982.

MASH Week Programming Committee, Member, 1981-1982.

Staff Development, Committee, Chairperson, 1982-1988 and Member, 1981-1982

Fall Orientation Program Committee, Member, 1986-1988.

Student and Parent Orientation Committee, Member, 1982-1988.

Helping Resources Program, Presenter, Summer, 1981-1988.

“Ithaca-Our Home Away From Home”, Executive Producer, 16-minute video production, 1985.

Orientation Leader Training, Summer, 1981-1988.

Alcohol/Drug Education Seminar, Developer and Coordinator, December, 1981-1988.

Alcohol/Drug Education Committee, Member, 1981-1988.

New Alcohol Beverage Control Law Committee, Chairperson, 1985-1986 and 1983.



DIRECTOR OF HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE, YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY,

YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO, July 1980 - August 1981



Responsible for program serving approximately 2,500 students at University of 17,000 undergraduates.

Administered budget of $500,000 and supervised seven staff members. Directed, evaluated, restructured and

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supervision and evaluation of residence life staff. Responsible for budget analysis, preparation and budget

management. Coordinated residence hall operations, room assignments, damage billing, renovations, and facilities

management. Supervised food and cleaning service contractors. Developed and implemented a $1.8 million plan to

renovate and reallocate the use of space in residence hall complex.



Committees



Residence Hall Association, Advisor, 1980-1981.

Marketing Student Services Committee, Member, 1980-1981.

Counseling Center Advisory Committee, Member, 1980-1981.

City of Youngstown Consumer Advisory Council, Member, 1980-1981.

Northside Citizens Coalition, Member, 1980-1981.



ASSISTANT TO THE DEAN OF STUDENT AFFAIRS/RESIDENCE HALL DIRECTOR, STATE

UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT ONEONTA, ONEONTA, NEW YORK, August 1977 - June 1980



Responsible for selection, training, supervision and evaluation of resident assistants and student residence hall staff.

Coordinated general academic advisement of all undeclared majors, career counseling, and personal counseling of

individuals and groups within residence hall. Facilitated educational programming of freshmen and transfer student

orientation. Performed all administrative duties within the residence hall. Conducted administrative judicial

hearings. Responsible for rotating evening on-call responsibilities for the entire campus. Coordinated summer

conference and student housing program.



Committees



Residence Hall Government, Advisor, 1977-1980.

Resident Assistant Selection Committee, Chairperson, 1978-1980.

Professional Development Committee, Member, 1978-1980.

Staff Hiring Committee for Assistant Dean of Student Affairs/Residence Hall Director, Member,

1977-1980.

Campus Spring Weekend, Co-Coordinator, 1978-1979.

College Senate, Member, 1978-1979. Represented the Student Affairs Division.



ACTING RESIDENCE HALL DIRECTOR, STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT POTSDAM,

POTSDAM, NEW YORK, August 1976 - May 1977

RESIDENT ASSISTANT, STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT POTSDAM,

POTSDAM, NEW YORK, August 1975 - May 1977



PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS

 National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) Board of Directors, Member-at-Large,

2011-2013.

 Council of Student Services Vice Presidents, COSSVP, Chair Elect, 2009-2012, and member since 2005.

 Association for the Study of Transfer Students (ASTS), Charter Member, 2009.

 NASPA Pre-Conference Workshops Program Proposal Reviewer, 2008.

 NASPA State Public Policy Committee, Member, 2007-2008.

 American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education, Inc., 2006-present.

 UT System Vice Presidents, Member 2005-present.

 National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), Member, since 1980.

 Texas Association of College and University Student Personnel Administrators, Member, since 2005.

 Association of Student Judicial Administrators, Charter Member, since 1988.

 Metroplex Vice Presidents Council, Founder 2006 and Member since 2006.

 NASPA New Vice Presidents for Student Affairs Institute, 2006.

 NASPA Institute for Aspiring Senior Student Affairs Officers, January 2005.

 NASPA Region II Advisory Board, Latino Knowledge Community, Chair, 2003-2005.

 NASPA National Network on Educational Equity and Ethnic Diversity Collective, Chairperson for Latino issues,

1999-2001.





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 NASPA Region II Conference Committee, Member, 1996-1997.

 National Orientation Directors Association, Member, 1990-1994.

 Campus Crime Prevention Center, Member, 1990-1994.

 ACUHO, Member, 1990-1994 and 1980-1981.

 NASPA Region II Conference, Program Chairperson, August 1986 - June 1987.

 Region II Outstanding Young Professional Award Selection Committee, Chairperson, 1986.

 NASPA Region II Advisory Board, Member, June 1983-1987.

 NASPA Region II Communication Services Committee, Chairperson, June 1983 - June 1986.

 NASPA National Communication Services Division, Member, June 1983 - June 1986.

 NASPA Region II Newsletter, Copy, Layout and Advertising Editor, June 1983 - June 1986.

 William Paterson College, Consultant, Spring 1984.

 Ohio College Personnel Association (OCPA), Member, 1980-81.



ACADEMIC HONORS AND AWARDS

 Inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa, 2010.

 Ted K. Miller Achievement of Excellence Award from the Council for the Advancement of Standards, 2009.

 The Maverick Activities Center (The MAC) won the 2008-09 Athletic Business Facilities of Merit Award.

 Who’s Who in Administration Higher Education, 2007.

 Phi Kappa Phi, Honor Society, founding Member, 2007.

 UT Arlington Campus Kahuna Award, September 2005.

 Golden Key International Honor Society Inductee, fall 2005.

 RIT Student Government Extra Mile Award, April 2005.

 RIT Commission for Promoting Pluralism Diversity Trailblazer Award, April 2005.

 Certificate of Appreciation, Brothers of Beta chapter, Lambda Upsilon, 2005.

 Inducted into Order of Omega, 2005 and 2008.

 Selected for United Way Hispanic Leadership Development Program, 2003.

 RIT Coaches Appreciation Award, 2002.

 RIT Student Government Distinguished Administrator Award, 1999, 2001.

 Delta Phi Epsilon Leadership Award, 2001.

 Phi Kappa Tau Certificate of Appreciation Award, 2001.

 Office of Special Services Distinguished Service Award, 2001.

 Selected for “Tribute Display” by the RIT Hispanic Heritage Month Committee, 2000, 2004.

 Assistant Provost for Diversity Certificate of Appreciation, 2001.

 NASPA National Exemplary Program Award, 2000.

 NASPA Educational Exchange program participant in France. Selected by NASPA as one of five college

administrators nationwide to participate in exchange program, 1997.

 Western Maryland College Distinguished Service Award, 1990-1994.

 State University of New York at Albany, Fellowship Recipient, 1989-1990 and 1994-1995.

 Division of Student Affairs "Outstanding Student Achievement Award", State University of New York at

Potsdam, May 1977. Presented to four graduating seniors "on the basis of citizenship and leadership qualities,

academic and co-curricular achievement."



GRANTS

 Prevention Research Center Grant with AlcoholEdu, $60,000. Study to address population level effects of

AlcoholEdu on alcohol misuse and its negative consequences among college freshmen.



TEACHING EXPERIENCE

 Assistant Professor, Student Personnel/Higher Education Program, Canisius College, 1997-2001.

 Instructor and Performance Coach, First Year Experience class, RIT, 2000-2001.

 Coordinator and Instructor of three-credit Peer Group Communications course,

State University of New York at Oneonta, August 1977 - June 1980.

 Permanent New York State Teaching Certification Grades 7- 12 in Social Studies, 1977.

 Student Teaching, Canton High School, Canton, New York. Social Studies Grades 9 and 10.









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SPEECHES/PRESENTATIONS--selected presentations over career:

Conferences

 Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas, Keynote Speaker, fall 2009.

 “Panel on Current Issues in Field of Student Affairs”, Texas Christian University, 2008.

 “Student Success, the Path to College”, Arlington Independent School District AVID Program Speaker, May

2008.

 Student Engagement: Co-curricular Connections that Make a Difference, Presenter UT Arlington Academic

Advising Conference, February 2006.

 “Working Within Our Educational System”, Latino Political Campaign Academy, Latino Alliance Conference,

March 2005.

 “Greek Affairs for the Future: Developing a Community-Based Strategic Plan” NASPA Conference, Presenter,

Spring 2005.

 “Paving the Way for Student Success: Special Focus on Hispanic Students”, Expressions of Diversity

Conference, 2004.

 “SBCT Post Crisis Response Team”, Presenter, NASPA 2001 National Conference.

 “Mentoring of Underrepresented Staff”, Panel Presenter, NASPA 2001 National Conference.

 “Finding Your College/Making the Most of It”, Panelist, Seminar at SUNY Brockport, 2001.

 Hispanic Youth Leadership Conference, Welcome Address, March 2000.

 “The Student Behavior Consultation Team: A Model for Collaboration Regarding Student Mental Health

Issues”, NASPA Region II Conference, 1999.

 “Climbing the Ladder in Student Affairs Field”, NASPA New Professionals Conference and the NASPA

Regional Conference, 1997.

 “Is Affirmative Action Now Negated for Student Affairs?” Region II Conference, 1997.

 “Developing Strategies for Career Advancement”, NASPA Region II New Professionals Conference, 1996.



Campus

 Student Leadership Fall Retreat, Closing Speaker and Presenter, 2010.

 911 Speaker, UT Arlington, 2009.

 Special Olympics of Texas, Speaker, UT Arlington, May 2009.

 International Week, Grand Opening Speaker, UT Arlington, April 2009.

 Tarrant County Challenge, “Those Who Host, Lose the Most”, Press Conference Speaker, UT Arlington,

March 2009.

 Special Olympics of Texas, Speaker, UT Arlington, May 2005 and May 2008.

 UT Arlington Advising Association, Conference Speaker 2006 and 2007.

 Conference Presenter: Student Engagement: Connecting the Pieces, 2006.

 UT Arlington Faculty Senate, Establishing Behavior Intervention Team, August 2007.

 Convocation Speaker, 2005-Present.

 Who’s Who Awards Ceremony, 2006-2007.

 Intercollegiate Athletics Banquet, Keynote Speaker, May 2006.

 Student Governance and Organizations Banquet, “Making a Difference and Making Memories”, Keynote

Speaker, May 2006.

 Leadership Academy Induction Ceremony, “What is Leadership”, Speaker, April 2006.

 Greek Affairs Strategic Plan, Presenter, January 2005.

 Student Government Association Training, Speaker, September 2004.

 Gordon Field House/Activities Center Dedication Ceremony, Speaker, September 2004.

 ALANA Orientation Welcome Program, Speaker, September 2004.

 Graduate Assistant Training “Role of Student Affairs Division”, Speaker, August 2004.

 Resident Assistant College Commencement Address, Speaker, August 2004.

 “Greek Life at RIT: A Foundation for Future Direction of the Greek Community” Presentation to the Student Life

Committee of the Board of Trustee, Presenter, July 2004.

 NTID, “Hispanics Today National Context”, January 2004.

 Future of Athletics: Discussion of Conference Affiliation, Division Status and New Sport of Football, Student

Life Committee of Board of Trustees, Presenter, spring 2004.





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 United Nations Day; Flag Raising Speaker, October 2003.

 Student Affairs Capital Campaign Presentations, 2003-2005.

 Greek Retreat, “Greek Life Study at RIT, Recommendations for the Future”, April 2004.

 Martin Luther King Celebration, Luncheon Speaker, 2004.

 “Live on Campus”, Nathaniel Rochester Society, Presenter, January 2003.

 Field House/Activities Center Groundbreaking Ceremony, Presenter, September 2002.

 New Student and Parent Orientation Program, Welcome and Parent’s Address, Fall 2002.

 Future of Orientation, Institute Council, March 2002.

 “Achieving a Diverse Faculty at RIT”, Panel Member, Diversity Conference, March 2002.

 New Greek Housing Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Speaker, October 2001.

 Student Affairs Division Convocation, Address, September 2001.

 Inaugural Interview, Student Government Television, September 2001.

 Margaret’s House 5th Anniversary Celebration, Speaker and Master of Ceremony, 2001.

 New Student Convocation, VP Welcome, September 2001.

 Welcome Address to New Students and to International Students, September 2001.

 All-Governance Retreat, Welcome Address, August 2001.

 Residence Life Staff Celebration, Keynote Address, May 2001.

 Field House/Campus Events Center Presentation, RIT Board of Trustees, April 2001.

 Diversity Panel, member, RIT Director’s Retreat, June 2001.

 Greek Awards Banquet, Speaker, Kathleen M. Keyes Memorial Scholarship Award, 2001.

 LEAD Program year End Celebration, Keynote Address, 2001.

 “Who Are Our Students?” RIT College of Liberal Arts, 1999.

 “Students of Color on a Predominately White Campus”, Presenter, BACC, 1999.

 “Addressing the Issue of Diversity as Leaders”, RIT Student Leadership Seminar, 1998, 1999.

 Welcome Address Naturalization Ceremony, spring 1996, 2000, 2001.

 Welcome Address for Parents/Student Orientation programs, 1996-2000.



COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

 The BIG Event, UT Arlington Community Service Day in Metroplex, Executive Committee, 2005-Present.

 Arlington Alliance for Youth, Board Member, 2009 - 2010.

 Academy of Performing and Visual Arts, Board Member, 2008 - 2010.

 United Way, Co-Chair for Hispanic Leadership Development Program, October 2004-2005.

 IBERO Action League, Board Member, 2003-2005.

 RIT United Way Loaned Executive, March-May 2003.

 Rochester Latino Alliance, Member, 2003-2005.

 Northeast Neighborhood Alliance, 2001-2003. Partnership with College of Liberal Arts and Urban Development

Association establishing service learning curriculum.

 United Way Steering Committee and Leadership sub-committee, Member, 2000-2001.

 RIT United Way Annual Fund Kickoff Campaign, Faculty/Staff representative, 1996-2005.

 Brighton Baseball League, Co-Commissioner, 1997-99, Board Member, Coach, 1996-2005.

Led capital campaign and raised approximately $30,000 in donations/grants for program.

 Bethlehem Little League, Baseball Coach, Summer 1995.

 Hanover YMCA, Baseball Coach, Summer 1993.

 United Way of Tompkins County, Campus Representative, 1984-1985 and 1986-1987.

 Cystic Fibrosis Organization, Member, 1981-1988.

 Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach (voluntary), Ithaca College, 1983-1984.

 Assistant J.V. Basketball Coach (voluntary), S.U.C. at Oneonta, 1979-1980.

 Oneonta Boys Club, Basketball Coach, 1978-1979.









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UNDERGRADUATE ACTIVITIES 1973-1977

 Varsity Basketball

 Student Government

 Intramurals

 Economic Development Group

 Residence Hall Association

 Resident Assistant

 Orientation Leader









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