Adeline Barron
San Francisco,CA
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Director
University of San Francisco
07.2024 - Current
- Manage residential operations for 350 student residents in traditional residence halls.
- Supervise 2 Graduate Assistant Residence Directors (ARDs) and 6–16 Resident Advisors (RAs), fostering leadership and team development.
- Design, implement, and evaluate a robust residential curriculum focused on student engagement and success.
- Lead restorative justice circles to resolve policy violations and promote community accountability.
- Provide training in leadership, team dynamics, and professional growth for student staff.
- Collaborate with living-learning communities and various campus departments to enhance residential experiences.
- Oversee orientation programs that support students' smooth transition into campus life.
- Develop academic support initiatives aimed at improving student retention and performance.
- Coordinate wellness programs covering health, multicultural education, and social justice themes.
Resident Director
University of California, Berkeley
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed600 student residents in traditional residence halls
- Supervised and mentored11 Resident Advisors (RAs)
- Advised hall council and supported large-scale event planning
- Served in on-call duty rotation for emergencies and crises management
- Facilitated restorative justice circles for student conduct cases
- Conducted coaching seminars on cultural awareness, improving team diversity and communication by75%
- Led recruitment and screening of500 candidates for housing staff positions
- Improved staff welfare by80% through implementing organizational changes based on feedback
- Managed hall budgets for two separate accounts
- Served on university diversity committees
Assistant Hall Coordinator
University of Iowa Housing and Dining
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Supervised 24 Resident Assistants (RAs) across a 1,000-bed traditional residence hall and two Living-Learning Communities.
- Mentored RAs in implementing residential curriculum with a focus on social programming and intentional conversations.
- Advised Hall Association, promoting leadership development and diversity advocacy.
- Coordinated retention programs aimed at supporting marginalized student populations.
- Served as a conduct officer, fostering inclusive behavior and community standards among residents.
- Partnered with campus organizations to create a welcoming and 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.
- Collaborated with faculty to resolve academic challenges, resulting in improved TRIO program success rates.
- Provided individual and group advising on academic performance, career planning, and personal development.
- 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.
- Participated in national peer education conferences to stay updated on best practices, driving continuous improvement in campus programming.
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
B.A. - Communications
University of Iowa
Certification
- 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
B.A. - Communications
University of Iowa
M.A. - Higher Education and Leadership Policy
University of Iowa