Christie Fox, PhD
Senior Higher Education Leader
Salt Lake City,Utah
Summary
Successful educational leader dedicated to strengthening initiatives and implementing high-impact practices, with an emphasis on college access and under-served populations. Solid relationship-builder with ability to communication effectively with state legislators, college presidents, administrators, faculty, staff, and students.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Provost, Student Success and Retention
Westminster University
11.2015 - Current
- Provide leadership on campus-wide retention initiatives, particularly focusing on students who are under-represented, low-income, and first-generation.
- Lead campus-wide initiatives to improve student success and increase retention through targeted advising practices and comprehensive support services tailored to individual needs.
- Provided campus leadership around transition to fully online learning during COVID-19 shutdown, including authoring Online Learning Resources for Students
- Provide ongoing guidance for faculty teaching in online or hybrid environments and for students still dealing with impact of COVID-19.
- Created partnerships to provide one-on-one peer mentoring for first-generation and poverty-impacted students.
- Implemented data-driven assessment strategies for continuous improvement of academic programs and student outcomes.
- Promoted interdisciplinary initiatives to create innovative learning experiences for students across various disciplines in Learning Communities.
- Managed budgetary resources effectively to support program development and growth.
Portfolio Coach, School of Education (remote)
The Johns Hopkins University
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Coached and mentored cohorts of Teach for America master's degree students on their digital portfolios as part of the Master of Education degree.
Interim Assistant Commissioner of Higher Education
Utah System of Higher Education
01.2012 - 11.2015
- Cultivated strong relationships with community, public education, and higher education stakeholders, ensuring open lines of communication for ongoing collaboration and student support.
- Used data to target outreach efforts and to identify areas for additional growth, resulting in doubling of student outreach programs across the state, while expanding corporate volunteer program.
- Reviewed legislation and advised on higher education strategy.
- Secured $1 million in ongoing money from Utah legislature.
- Collaborated with outside partners Complete College America, Council on Adult and Experiential Education, International Baccalaureate, & Southern Regional Education Board to improve opportunities for Utah students.
- Managed budgets up to $11m, including federal grants & state appropriations.
- Enhanced department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new strategies.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, making recommendations for enhancements based on data-driven insights.
Director, University Honors Program
Utah State University
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Crafted specialized curriculum for high-ability students, including an overhauling of capstone project for all graduates.
- Collaborated and provided professional development for faculty and staff across the university to build bridges and design solutions for high-ability students.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Visiting Assistant Professor of English
Sam Houston State University
01.2001 - 01.2004
Education
Ph.D. - Folklore and English Literature
Indiana University
Bloomington, INM.Phil. - Women's Studies
Trinity College, University of Dublin
Dublin, IrelandB.A. - Communication
Loyola University
New Orleans, LASkills
Academic Leadership
Assessment and continuous improvement
Organizational Skills
Active Listening
Institutional Assessment
Collaborative decision-making
Diversity and Inclusion
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Disability Services
Government relations
Student retention
Excellent Communication
Problem-Solving
Academic Leadership
Hobbies and interests
Cycling, hiking, climbing, foodie
Timeline
Assistant Provost, Student Success and Retention
Westminster University
11.2015 - Current
Portfolio Coach, School of Education (remote)
The Johns Hopkins University
01.2015 - 01.2016
Interim Assistant Commissioner of Higher Education
Utah System of Higher Education
01.2012 - 11.2015
Director, University Honors Program
Utah State University
01.2004 - 01.2012
Visiting Assistant Professor of English
Sam Houston State University
01.2001 - 01.2004
Ph.D. - Folklore and English Literature
Indiana University
M.Phil. - Women's Studies
Trinity College, University of Dublin
B.A. - Communication
Loyola University
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