Adeline Barron
San Francisco,CA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Director
University of San Francisco
07.2024 - Current
- Directed residential operations for 350 students, supervising 2 Graduate Assistant Residence Directors and 16 Resident Advisors, fostering leadership, team development, and community accountability.
- Chair, Department End-of-Year Ceremony: Led a team of 7 RAs and 3 professional staff, managed budget, and executed event for 120 participants.
- Co-Chair, University Annual Black History Month Celebration: Oversaw planning and execution for 1,000+ faculty, staff, and students.
- Co-Chair, Professional Staff Development Committee: Designed and implemented training initiatives to enhance professional growth and staff engagement.
- Developed and implemented residential curriculum, orientation programs, and academic support initiatives, improving student engagement, retention, and success.
- Facilitated restorative justice circles and coordinated wellness programs addressing health, multicultural education, and social justice, promoting an inclusive residential community.
- Collaborated with living-learning communities and campus departments to enhance programming and overall student experience.
Resident Director
University of California, Berkeley
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed 600 student residents in traditional residence halls, ensuring a safe and engaging living environment.
- Supervised and mentored 11 Resident Advisors, improving team communication and cultural awareness by 75%.
- Led recruitment and screening of 500 candidates for housing staff positions and implemented organizational improvements, boosting staff welfare by 80%.
- Advised hall council and supported large-scale event planning, enhancing student engagement and program success.
- Managed hall budgets for two accounts and served on university diversity committees, contributing to initiatives supporting equity and inclusion
Assistant Hall Coordinator
University of Iowa Housing and Dining
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Supervised 24 Resident Assistants across a 1,000-bed residence hall and two Living-Learning Communities, fostering leadership, accountability, and professional development.
- Mentored RAs in implementing residential curriculum with social programming and intentional conversations, enhancing student engagement.
- Advised Hall Association and coordinated retention programs supporting marginalized student populations, promoting leadership development and inclusion.
- Served as conduct officer and partnered with campus organizations to maintain community standards and a welcoming, inclusive residential environment.
TRIO Success Mentor
University of Iowa - Center for Inclusion and Academic Excellence
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed daily operations for 70 Upward Bound high school students, ensuring smooth program execution and student engagement.
- Collaborated with faculty to resolve academic challenges, improving TRIO program success rates.
- Provided individual and group advising on academic performance, career planning, and personal development, fostering student growth.
- Led workshops on study strategies, time management, and career exploration, enhancing students’ readiness for higher education.
Certified Peer Educator
University of Iowa - Women’s Resource and Action Center
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Facilitated bystander intervention and violence prevention workshops on key topics such as healthy relationships, consent, and supporting survivors of sexual assault.
- Collaborated with campus partners to deliver tailored workshops for student organizations, resulting in a 95% increase in student awareness of sexual violence prevention strategies.
- Designed interactive workshop materials, incorporating real-life scenarios and role-playing exercises to enhance engagement and knowledge retention.
- Led discussions on gender equity, power dynamics, and fostering inclusive communities for marginalized groups.
- Provided one-on-one peer advising on relationship dynamics, conflict resolution, and personal safety.
Center Program Assistant
University of Iowa - African American Cultural Center
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Designed and implemented programs that increased retention and academic success for Black and African American students by 20%, emphasizing community-building, academic support, and mentorship.
- Spearheaded the Black Excellence Leadership Series, featuring prominent African American speakers to promote professional development and empowerment.
- Led critical discussions on systemic racism, identity development, and the role of cultural centers in fostering student belonging.
- Enhanced cross-campus DEIB initiatives and strengthened relationships among diverse cultural groups, fostering a more inclusive campus environment.
- Collaborated with the director on large-scale events, including cultural heritage celebrations and social justice forums, connecting students with alumni and community leaders.
- Facilitated leadership workshops that boosted student organization engagement by 25%, focusing on event planning, fundraising, and advocacy skills.
Education
M.A. - Higher Education and Leadership Policy
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IAB.A. - Communications
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IACertification
- PACURH Regional Advisor | 2024
- Adult Mental Health First Aid USA Instructor | National Council for Mental Wellbeing, 2023
- B.U.I.L.D. (Building University of Iowa Leadership for Diversity) Certificate | 2023
- CTRL Certificate of Teaching Achievement | University of Iowa, 2023
- Certified Peer Educator | NASPA
- Agent of Change Award | University of Iowa, 2021
- Diversity and Enrichment Student Leadership Award | University of Iowa, 2021
- Black Excellence Award | African American Cultural Center, University of Iowa, 2021
LANGUAGES
English (Native)
French (Advanced)
Spanish (Intermediate)
Liberian Pidgin (Native)
Timeline
Resident Director
University of San Francisco
07.2024 - Current
Resident Director
University of California, Berkeley
08.2023 - 08.2024
TRIO Success Mentor
University of Iowa - Center for Inclusion and Academic Excellence
05.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant Hall Coordinator
University of Iowa Housing and Dining
07.2021 - 05.2023
Certified Peer Educator
University of Iowa - Women’s Resource and Action Center
01.2020 - 05.2021
Center Program Assistant
University of Iowa - African American Cultural Center
02.2019 - 05.2021
M.A. - Higher Education and Leadership Policy
University of Iowa
B.A. - Communications
University of Iowa