Brigid Arace
Bexley
Summary
Experienced professional with 10 years in secondary and higher education, specializing in community relations, recruitment and program management. Strong problem-solving skills and effective interpersonal communication contribute to impactful outreach initiatives. Successfully implemented engagement strategies that improve community health.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Outreach Representative
Ohio State University, College of Nursing
Columbus
11.2024 - Current
- Promoted health education initiatives through active engagement with community members.
- Coordinated and staffed outreach events to enhance awareness of nursing programs.
- Conducted surveys to collect feedback on community health needs, interests and volunteer activities.
- Maintained accurate records of outreach activities and participant engagement.
- Recruited, hired and supervised student assistants.
- Researched and engaged with community organizations to facilitate the clinical placement of student nurses.
- Provided education, enrichment and funding to College of Nursing staff, students and faculty regularly throughout the semester.
Executive Assistant to the President
Cristo Rey Columbus High School
Columbus
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Managed daily scheduling and calendar for the school president.
- Assisted in planning school events and special programs.
- Greeted visitors to the office of the President and provided assistance as needed.
- Provided administrative support such as filing documents, photocopying, ordering supplies.
- Handled confidential correspondence on behalf of the President.
- Assisted with the Board of Trustees meetings and served as a liaison to support Board and faculty/staff relations.
Assistant to the Director of Enrollment Management
Columbus School for Girls
Bexley
10.2016 - 01.2022
- Acted as primary contact for prospective students and families during admission process.
- Provided informational materials, answered inquiries, and guided contacts through multi-month admissions.
- Scheduled and conducted class visits, family tours, and interviews to enhance engagement.
- Processed over 800 contacts annually in admissions database, delivering timely updates to colleagues and director.
- Planned and staffed admission events, including open house and new family social gatherings.
- Cultivated relationships with new and current students to boost retention rates.
Campus Experience Coordinator
Columbus College of Art & Design
Columbus
04.2013 - 10.2016
- Served as first point of contact for prospective students and families interested in CCAD.
- Answered inquiries, scheduled portfolio reviews with counselors, processed admission documents.
- Trained and supervised student tour guides and scheduled daily tours.
- Organized high school visits and larger programs, including Admission Open House and Admitted Students Day.
- Researched potential new territories to grow enrollment.
- Coordinated CCAD participation in Scholastic Art Exhibition on campus.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT05-1986
Skills
- Recruiting and enrollment management
- Administrative support
- Event planning
- Budget management
- Relationship building
- Community relations development
- Data tracking and reporting
- Interpersonal communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Volunteer recruitment
- Writing and editing
Timeline
Community Outreach Representative
Ohio State University, College of Nursing
11.2024 - Current
Executive Assistant to the President
Cristo Rey Columbus High School
01.2022 - 10.2024
Assistant to the Director of Enrollment Management
Columbus School for Girls
10.2016 - 01.2022
Campus Experience Coordinator
Columbus College of Art & Design
04.2013 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
Central Connecticut State University