Autumn Rust
Ann Arbor,MI
Summary
Energetically spearheaded student engagement initiatives at Montclair State University and Henry Ford, enhancing the admissions process through dynamic campus tours and event coordination. Leveraged office skills and a knack for student mentoring to foster a welcoming environment for new students. Demonstrated exceptional teamwork and planning abilities, contributing to successful orientation programs by being an Orientation Leader. Currently apart of Orientation here at Eastern Michigan as an Orientation group leader and orientation team member as a whole. Actively in the theatre department on campus also engaging in activities and performances.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Eastern Michigan Orientation
Orientations
Ypsilanti, MI
01.2025 - Current
- Helping to welcome the incoming freshmen and transfer students to campus.
- Leading students and guiding them through college life.
- Making students feel comfortable and safe at school.
- Giving them the support and reassurance that most seek.
Student Ambassador
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted campus tours for prospective students and their families.
- Gave school group tours alongside
- Responded to inquiries from potential applicants via email or telephone regarding admissions process
- Assisted in coordinating events such as Accepted Student Days and Open Houses
- Answered incoming calls from prospective students inquiring about admissions requirements and deadlines.
University Fellow
Montclair State University NJ
Montclair, NJ
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Attended conferences and seminars relevant to Fellow job roles and responsibilities.
- Developed my own teaching materials, methods, and approaches, with guidance.
- Directed full classrooms of freshman students to help guide them through college.
- Met with students privately for check-ins to see how they were doing.
Orientation Leader
Montclair State Office of Student Belonging
Montclair, NJ
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with other staff members in organizing large-scale orientations for first-year students.
- Welcomed new incoming students throughout the month of August
Student Ambassador
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Conducted campus tours for prospective students and their families.
- Gave school group tours.
- Helped set up for events at the school.
- Worked in the office
Education
Theatre Studies, Musical Theatre Minor
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJTheatre Arts
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI05-2026
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MISkills
- Student Engagement
- Registration support
- Student Mentoring
- Activity Planning
- Works well with others
- Office skills
Affiliations
Eastern Michigan: Theatre Department, Orientation Team Member/Group Leader
Montclair State: Team Rocky, Orientation Leader, University Fellow, Montclair State Players, Student Ambassador
Henry Ford: Student Ambassador, Henry Ford Chorus and Vocal Jazz Choir
Timeline
Eastern Michigan Orientation
Orientations
01.2025 - Current
University Fellow
Montclair State University NJ
08.2023 - 05.2024
Orientation Leader
Montclair State Office of Student Belonging
08.2023 - 08.2023
Student Ambassador
Montclair State University
01.2023 - 05.2024
Student Ambassador
Henry Ford College
01.2022 - 05.2022
Theatre Studies, Musical Theatre Minor
Montclair State University
Theatre Arts
Eastern Michigan University
Henry Ford College
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