Ashley Reid
Wooster,OH
Summary
Experienced student affairs professional with strong leadership and strategic planning skills. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and driving impactful student engagement initiatives. Adept at navigating changing needs and consistently achieving results. Skilled in conflict resolution, program development, and student support services.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Vice President of Student Affairs
The College of Wooster
10.2023 - Current
- Supervise 14 direct reports including 8 departments and 40+ staff members within Division of Student Affairs during leadership transitions, supporting their departmental initiatives, and professional development opportunities
- Manage budgets and resources effectively to ensure optimal allocation for student support programs and initiatives
- Key role in Higher Learning Commission accreditation process by collaborating with stakeholders to meet accreditation standards
- Led Division of Student Affairs through an administrative review, developed strategic goals aligned with institutional mission
- Collaborate with senior administration to design and implement 'Framing the Future', the College's three-year strategic plan
- Oversee assessment and evaluation processes for all student affairs functions, driving continuous improvement efforts
- Develop and execute strategies to enhance student experience and retention
Associate Vice President Student Affairs and Senior Associate Dean of Students
The College of Wooster
06.2022 - Current
- Streamline processes within the Dean of Students Office to optimize the referral and response system, increasing overall efficiency and effectiveness
- Supervise 5 Dean of Students staff members responsible for supporting and outreaching to enhance student success and well-being
- Advise Scot Council, the campus student government council, fostering student leadership
- Key member of the College's community health committee overseeing student support, educational resources, and promoting campus well-being
- Chair the Care Team/BIT, addressing a variety of student issues
- Serve in an on-call capacity to provide immediate support and resources for students
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students to address student concerns and implement appropriate intervention strategies
Associate Athletics Director/Interim Associate Dean of Students/Posse Mentor
The College of Wooster
01.2006 - 06.2022
- Administrative oversight of 13 varsity athletic programs
- Liaison between athletics and other offices to positively affect the student-athlete experience and overall culture climate of the college
- Assisted with administrative duties associated with the Dean of Students Office, including offering support to the 425+ senior class members on campus policies and procedures, on-call rotation, accessing campus resources, guidance, and advocacy regarding personal and academics
- Provide support for 11 first year Posse Scholars through facilitated meetings while motivating them towards success in academics and connecting them to campus resources
- Oversaw compliance with NCAA regulations, reducing the risk of sanctions or penalties on the institution
- Enhanced student-athlete experience by implementing comprehensive development programs and services
- Served as a liaison between university administration and athletics department, promoting effective communication across all levels of the institution
Associate Athletics Director/Senior Woman Administrator
The College of Wooster
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Administrative oversight of 12 varsity athletic programs
- Liaison between athletics and other campus offices on matters of diversity, equity and inclusion, compliance, and internal management
- Served as SAAC advisor to 40+ student-athletes
- Revitalized student-athlete celebration, 'The Scotties', to honor and highlight the accomplishments of student-athletes
- Worked closely with athletic director for department oversight and strategic planning initiatives
Physical Education Department Chair/Faculty Status
The College of Wooster
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Served as Department Chair for Physical Education minor which offers 100+ courses and 40+ instructors
Teaching Responsibilities
The College of Wooster
01.2010 - 01.2021
- Taught within Physical Education Department
- Taught or co-taught 3 full credit courses each semester (fall and spring): Elementary Physical Education, Administration of Physical Education, and Coaching Practicum
- Served as co-advisor for Independent Student capstone
Assistant Athletic Director/Senior Woman Administrator
The College of Wooster
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Influential in creation of departmental mission statement, non-discrimination and athletic department transgender policies
- Division III Diversity Spotlight Initiative – NCAA Diversity Spotlight Initiative recipient
- Key contributor for institution strategic planning on DEI Strategic Planning Group
- Serves as first responder and case manager in retention efforts
- Serves as department Title IX officer
- Effectively implemented It's on Us campaign
- Lead and facilitated student bystander intervention training – Step Up program and OneLove program
- Member of Martin Luther King Jr Day of Celebration Planning committee
- Chairperson of service component of campus-wide MLK Day of Celebration
- Collaborated with United Way of Wayne and Holmes Counties that created 1200+ volunteer opportunities from 28 community partners for 2016, 2017, 2018 MLK Day of Service
Head Women's Basketball Coach
The College of Wooster
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Led all aspects of women's basketball program including recruiting, retention, and student experience.
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
The College of Wooster
08.2006 - 01.2010
- Assisted the head coach during 4 seasons in developing student-athletes academically and athletically while enhancing student-athlete experience.
Education
Master of Art - Education
Walsh University
Canton, OH01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education Licensure
Walsh University
Canton, OH01.2004
Professionaldevelopmentandcommittees
- NASPA, Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education
- NCAA Division III Athletics Direct Report Institute
- NCAA Convention
- NCAA Inclusion Forum
- NCAA Pathway Program, Graduate (2020)
- NCAA Senior Woman Administrator Program
- NCAA Division III Regional Rules Seminar
- NCAA Division III Institute for Administrative Advancement
- NCAA Inclusion Forum, Speaker (2015)
- North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) Hunsinger & Smith Award
- NCAC Branch Rickey Mentor Program
- Minority Opportunities Athletic Association
- Women's Sports Foundation
- Women Leaders in College Sports
- Women Leaders in College Sports, Speaker (2018)
- College of Wooster Manager Toolkit, Graduate (2019)
Institutionalcommittees
- W-Association Alumni Board Member
- Working Group on Sexual Violence Prevention and Response
- Internal Advisory Board for the Department of Education
- First Watch Committee/Care Team/Bit Team - Chairperson (2022-present)
- Inclusion and Diversity Committee – Chairperson
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Strategic Planning Committee
- Retention Working Group, 01/01/14, Present
- MLK Day Planning Committee – Chair of Service Committee (2014-2018)
- Member of Senior-Level Search Committees
Timeline
Interim Vice President of Student Affairs
The College of Wooster
10.2023 - Current
Associate Vice President Student Affairs and Senior Associate Dean of Students
The College of Wooster
06.2022 - Current
Associate Athletics Director/Senior Woman Administrator
The College of Wooster
01.2019 - 01.2021
Physical Education Department Chair/Faculty Status
The College of Wooster
01.2019 - 01.2021
Assistant Athletic Director/Senior Woman Administrator
The College of Wooster
01.2015 - 01.2019
Teaching Responsibilities
The College of Wooster
01.2010 - 01.2021
Head Women's Basketball Coach
The College of Wooster
01.2010 - 01.2015
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach
The College of Wooster
08.2006 - 01.2010
Associate Athletics Director/Interim Associate Dean of Students/Posse Mentor
The College of Wooster
01.2006 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education Licensure
Walsh University
Master of Art - Education
Walsh University
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