Brenda Akin
Rochester,MN
Summary
Motivated Academic Advisor with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Successful at guiding students through course registration steps, course selection and academic planning. Expertise in goal setting and active listening.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
PSEO Academic Advisor
Rochester Community And Technical College
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted academic advisement services for over 450 students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
- Assisted students in selecting courses to align with interests and abilities.
- Advised students on initial adjustment to college academic life and interpreted institutions policies and requirements.
- Increased enrollment of Rochester Public Schools students from 323 in Fall 2022 to 485 in Fall 2023.
College and Career Specialist
Rochester Public Schools
08.2017 - 01.2022
- Assisted students with PSEO applications, college applications, FAFSA applications.
- Working with students, developed career and education plans based on individual needs.
- Facilitated and led college visits.
- Presented and led FAFSA events for students and families.
- Hosted John Marshall College Fair with over 30 colleges in attendance.
Education
Bachelor of Elective Studies - Emphasis in Communication & Psychology
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MN12-2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN07-2021
Skills
- Academic majors mastery
- Academic counseling & coaching
- Course planning and organization
- Higher education practices knowledge
- Student records management
- Post-Secondary Career Exploration
Affiliations
NACADA - The Global Community for Academic Advising
Timeline
PSEO Academic Advisor
Rochester Community And Technical College
01.2022 - Current
College and Career Specialist
Rochester Public Schools
08.2017 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Elective Studies - Emphasis in Communication & Psychology
St. Cloud State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Rochester Community And Technical College
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