Claudia Rodriguez Wright
Eagle Pass,USA
Summary
Demonstrated ability to secure large donations for marginalized communities, including a $50,000 contribution for flood victims in Quemado/Normandy. Instrumental in obtaining a $1.6 million award for victims of domestic violence through collaboration with Manos Unidas. Raised over $45,000 for higher education scholarships and established endowments at Sul Ross State University. Committed to supporting students at all levels, contributing to the graduation of over 10,000 individuals and providing guidance on simplifying financial assistance applications.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Academic Affairs
Sul Ross State University
Eagle Pass, Texas
01.2018 - 01.2020
- As Director of Academic Affairs responsible for providing an on-site contact and resource (research based) to facilitate and positively propel the work of the College of Graduate Studies, the Office of Sponsored (grants) Research, and the Office of International (abroad) Studies on the MRGC campuses.
- Created and produced numerous helpful (efficacy) official academic and enrollment data reports for Academic Department Heads and Dean.
- Assisted with appropriate and elucidating information to forecast and project the direction and planning of the MRGC campuses.
Director of Admissions/Records & Student Services
Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College
Eagle Pass, Texas
03.2010 - 01.2018
- Design and implement student development and leadership programs; advise student government organizations; manage student service budgets of state and local funds; established and awarded over $45,000.00 in scholarships via private sponsors; coordinate student service fee allocation process; provide input into all SRSU Rio Grande College's policies and procedures that impact students; serve on the RGC Vice President's Administrative Council; serve as Title IX and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator; hearing officer or sexual harassment and other grievances involving students.
- Assist new students in accessing registration and advising services and supervise student services specialists as they advise students transferring to SRSU Rio Grande College, coordinate student tutor program; develop resources for students, staff, and faculty for various academic improvement programs; develop and implement career services, develop counseling referral services, maintain printed and internet based resources for students exploring careers, graduate school options and professional job searches.
- Recruitment travel within the service region; information presentations to prospective students, high schools, and community colleges; campus visit programs; supervise student services specialists and recruiters as they recruit in the area. Travelled throughout our service region about 50% of the time.
- Successfully contributed to awarding approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate degrees with various college specializations.
- Serve as safety coordinator for site.
- As department head responsible for content and maintenance of departments web pages.
- Prepare student handbook; act as liaison with Student Life Department in Alpine.
- I was assigned to develop community among students, faculty and staff, to advocate for students; to provide student services.
- Moderated, recorded, and presented at local, state, regional, and national levels on topics such as: communication techniques, management skills, SEVIS, anxiety and stress awareness, 1st generation college students, financial assistance, non-traditional students, professional development, transfer students, nontraditional students, leadership vision, confidence building, team concepts, motivational ideas, resiliency, and time management.
Director of Admissions/Records
Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College
Eagle Pass, Texas
06.1995 - 02.2010
- Manage the admission files for students and insure that students meet appropriate criteria; establish registration procedures and conduct registration; prepare enrollment reports as required; maintain the official records of students; supervise staff assigned to the Office of Admissions and Records; oversee recruitment operations; maintain and manage the curriculum inventory of the Center; make decisions on residency status; manage veterans affairs official files; prepare THECB Reports and Curriculum Report to Board of Regents; maintain Course Master File; review admissions sections on catalog and schedule; prepare Admissions and Records budget; manage coordination of registration; class rosters; excessive absences; verification of TASP compliance; advisor assistance; Class Master Schedule; grade rosters and processing; international students; appeals of suspension processing; credit by examination.
- Manage admissions information requests; enrollment/student loan verifications; created foundations to award scholarships for students; catalog requests; address changes; name changes; student assistant supervision; undergraduate admissions; grade changes; drop/withdrawal notification; application status and processing; transcript requests; incomplete grade processing; drop processing; TASP score data entry; veteran enrollment certification; graduate admissions; undergraduate transcript evaluation; and graduation evaluation.
- In addition, I am responsible for managing admissions, recruitment, registration, and records for students.
- Responsible for admissions and records functions for undergraduate, graduate, and international students and to serve the undergraduate, graduate, and international students attending Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College in Del Rio, Eagle Pass, and Uvalde, Texas.
Adjunct Faculty
Southwest Texas Junior College
Eagle Pass, Texas
08.1996 - 08.2000
- Expected to teach Criminal Justice classes under the umbrella encompassing the entire spectrum from Criminology and Corrections to Law Enforcement and Police Science.
- Served as co-advisor to undergraduate and international students and participated in appropriate meetings.
- Provided service through outreach activities.
- Provided leadership in student recruitment and retention.
Academic Counselor
St. Edward's University
Austin, Texas
10.1994 - 06.1995
- Facilitated didactic educational presentations, provided initial personal counseling/screening services and will refer students to appropriate agency as services may be warranted; design ongoing orientation program, design, give, and assess strengths and weaknesses in learning and attitudes of students.
- Provided study skills workshops for students and classes; reviewed computer programs that might assist with retention; supervised and trained tutors; counseled students on academic skills; participated in orientation; advised undecided majors; worked with new students to insure that degree plans are understood and requested; designed transfer orientation programs; recruitment and travel and prospect management within region; informational presentations to prospective students, high schools, and community colleges; campus visit programs.
- As well, as assist with the review of undergraduate applications for appropriate admissions criteria.
- Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
- I was also responsible for other duties as assigned.
- Provided one on one counseling and advising services for undecided, probationary, and at-risk students.
- Recruitment travel and prospect management within assigned territories, informational presentations to prospective students, high schools, and community colleges; knowledge of programs and organizations.
- Work on office projects to include recruiting publications, coordination of campus visits/tours, and community college orientation seminars.
- Responsible for safety measures for students.
- Worked with team to provide student services.
- Moderated, recorded, and presented at state, regional, and national levels on topics such as: 1st generation college students, financial assistance, team concepts, and communication.
Management Auditor II
Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Community Justice Assistance Division
Austin, Texas
10.1993 - 10.1994
- Performed management audit work, examined administrative operating records and reports, investigated questionable reports, practices, or procedures.
- Latitude to exercise independent technical judgment, reviewed accuracy and conformance to overall scope of program audit sections' functions, assessed strengths and weaknesses in Residential Treatment Facilities, developed individualized strategies to improve Residential Treatment Programs.
- Provided technical assistance when necessary.
- Conducted research on substance abuse treatment programs.
- Worked with a multicultural population and traveled throughout Texas over 50% of the time.
- Moderated, recorded and presented at state and national levels on topics such as: communication techniques, positive thinking, and risks/needs of intensive supervision criminal offenders.
Intensive Supervision Probation Officer
Permian Basin Community Supervision and Corrections Department
Alpine, Texas
08.1992 - 08.1993
- Similar responsibilities as Court Services Probation Officer below.
Court Services Probation Officer
Walker County Community Supervision and Corrections Department
Huntsville, Texas
06.1990 - 12.1991
- Wrote Grant for Court Services Probation Officer Division, supervised the conditional release of convicted probationers by the courts for a specified period, assessed probationers strengths and weaknesses and compiled an individualized supervision plan, assisted in the rehabilitation process of the probationers, and maintained liaison with other law enforcement personnel and referral agencies.
- Interpreter for Spanish speaking probationers, advised clients on problem-solving skills and anxiety reduction, worked with a multi-cultural population, and referred probationers to appropriate resources when necessary.
- Advised the County and District Judges on sanctions available, and completed testing assessment, and psychosocial history of probationers.
Admissions Counselor/Transfer Orientation Coordinator
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas
01.1989 - 06.1990
- Counseled prospective students and their parents, traveled extensively to recruit across Texas visiting high schools and community colleges as a representative of SHSU, planned and conducted in-service training programs, and prepared and reviewed various reports as well as undergraduate applications for acceptance.
- Exercised considerable amounts of initiative and independent judgment, conducted daily tours to visitors, worked with a multi-cultural population, referred students to faculty and student life when necessary, coordinated orientation for transfer students, and assisted with registration for all students.
Education
Ed.D. - Educational Leadership
University of Texas at San Antonio
01.2013
M.Ed. - Counseling
Sul Ross State University
01.1992
B.S. - Criminology and Corrections
Sam Houston State University
01.1988
A.S. - Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas Junior College
01.1986
Skills
- Teaching excellence
- Accreditation compliance
- Educational research
- Collaborative decision-making
- Distance learning
- Assessment coordination
- Higher education administration
- Institutional effectiveness
- Budget administration
- Ethical leadership
- Academic leadership
- Organizational leadership
- Excellent communication
- Analytical thinking
- Crisis management
Professional Awards
- Awarded 1.6 million dollars via Manos Unidas as President of Organization for Disaster Relief, Inc. to assist domestic violence victims
- Named Hometown Hero 2017, Eagle Pass High School English Department
- Named Citizen of the Year 2008 for City of Eagle Pass, Texas
- Named Mistress of Ceremonies for EP Municipality, EP Chamber of Commerce, EP Business Journal Awards, EP International Rotary Club Installations, International Women Day, 2004-2020
- Selected Strathmore's Who's Who Professional Honors, 2008
- Selected National Association for Female Executives, 2003
- Named for Manchester Who's Who Professional Honors, 2003
- Selected for International Who's Who Historical Society of Professionals, 2002
- Awarded EPCC President's Award for the Beautification Committee, Member 2000 - Present
- Named Business Advocate of the Year 2008 & 2004 and Professional of the Year by Eagle Pass Business Journal Awards 1996, 1997 & 2009
- Selected Outstanding Young Woman of America, 1997
- Named Honorary Member of the Maverick County Development Corporation, 1996
Professional Organizations
- Maverick County Hospital District Foundation, Member, 2025 - Present
- Manos Unidas, Core Partner, 2024 - Present
- Jorge Maldonado Foundation, Participant, 2025
- Border Federal Credit Union Supervisory Committee, Chair & Board Member, 2022 - Present
- City of Eagle Pass Water Works System, Chair & Board Member, 2014 - 2022
- Our Lady of Refuge School Board, Secretary & Board Member, 2015 - 2021
- International Rotary Club of EP, Centennial President, 2004
- International Rotary Club of EP, President-elect, 2003
- International Rotary Club of EP, Secretary/Treasurer, 2007 - 2009 & 1999
- International Rotary Club of EP, Vocational Service, 2010
- International Rotary Club of EP, Paul Harris Member, 1997 - 2021
- Eagle Pass Chamber of Commerce, President, 2005 & 2004
- Eagle Pass Chamber of Commerce, Treasurer, 2000 & 2010
- Eagle Pass Chamber of Commerce, 1st Vice-President, 2011 - 2013, 2008 - 2009 & 1998
- Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, Member, 2009 - 2020
- EPISD Health Organization, Member, 2008 - Present
- EP Citizens Review Committee, Member, 2012 - 2020
- Border Infrastructure Coalition, Member, 2008
- Organization for Disaster Relief, President, 2012 - Present
- EPISD N.M. Glass Elementary Site Base Management Team, Member, 2007
- EPISD N.M. Glass Elementary PTO, Member, 2007 - 2017
- Ride of the Roses Matrix Tour, Participant, 2007
- Livestrong Challenge Centennial Tour, Participant, 2006
- Eagle Pass Economic Development Alliance Committee, Member, 2007
- Eagle Pass Workforce Education Committee, Member, 2007
- N.M. Glass Elementary School, Head/Asst. Football, Basketball, Baseball boys Division I - III Coach & Soccer Coach, 2005 - 2013
- HEB MS 150 Bike to the Beach Tour, Participant, 2005
- EPISD C.C. Winn High School Site Base Management Team, Member, 2005
- Middle Rio Grande Futuro Empowerment Zone Committee, Member, 2005
- Southwest Regional Baseball Tournament, Member, 2005
- Maverick County Rural Rail and Transportation District, Member, 2005
- TX Rural Eagle Pass Leadership Program, Board Member, 2007 - 2012
- EPISD Robert E. Lee's Site Base Management Team, Member, 2003
- Middle Rio Grande Toyota Task Force, Member, 2002
- EPCC, Co-Chair of Governmental/Economic Development Committees, 2001 - Present
- EP Public Library Foundation Board, Parliamentarian, 2000 - 2020
- EPCC Education Committee, Chair, 1999 - Present
- EP Public Library Board, Lay Representative, 1999 - 2020
- Eagle Pass Ethics Commission, Co-Chair, 1997 - 2017
- Eagle Pass Clean-up Commission, Co-Chair, 1997 - 2017
- Southwest Texas Junior College, Adjunct Faculty, 1996 - 2000
- American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, Member, 1995 - 2020
- Southern Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, Committee Member, Presenter & Editor, 1995 - 2020
- Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, Committee Member and Presenter, 1995 - 2020
University Service
- Member, Academic Council Committee, 2013
- Chair, Student Service Fee Committee, 2010 - 2020
- Data Owner, SRSU RGC BANNER SIS, 2005 - 2020
- Chair, Undergraduate Admissions and Retention Committee, 1995 - 2020
- Chair/Member, Access and Equity Committee, 1995 - 2020
- Chair/Member, Registration Committee, 1995 - 2020
- Member, Financial Assistance Committee, 1995 - 2011
- Chair/Member, Graduation Committee, 1995 - 2011
- Member, Southern Association of Colleges and Universities Strategic Planning Committees, 2001 & 2011
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Academic Affairs
Sul Ross State University
01.2018 - 01.2020
Director of Admissions/Records & Student Services
Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College
03.2010 - 01.2018
Adjunct Faculty
Southwest Texas Junior College
08.1996 - 08.2000
Director of Admissions/Records
Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College
06.1995 - 02.2010
Academic Counselor
St. Edward's University
10.1994 - 06.1995
Management Auditor II
Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Community Justice Assistance Division
10.1993 - 10.1994
Intensive Supervision Probation Officer
Permian Basin Community Supervision and Corrections Department
08.1992 - 08.1993
Court Services Probation Officer
Walker County Community Supervision and Corrections Department
06.1990 - 12.1991
Admissions Counselor/Transfer Orientation Coordinator
Sam Houston State University
01.1989 - 06.1990
Ed.D. - Educational Leadership
University of Texas at San Antonio
M.Ed. - Counseling
Sul Ross State University
B.S. - Criminology and Corrections
Sam Houston State University
A.S. - Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas Junior College