Adeline Barron
San Francisco,CA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Director
University of San Francisco
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
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
Iowa City
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
Iowa City
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
Iowa City
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
Iowa City
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