GLORIA F MAZULA
HOUSTON,TX
Summary
Accomplished professional with over 30 years of leadership and management experience in national and international fast-paced environments, demonstrating reliability and efficiency. Bilingual and technology-savvy, with a strong ability to effectively multi-task while remaining motivated to achieve goals and deadlines. Educator dedicated to guiding students in their academic and career decisions, resulting in a 50% increase in team performance. Expertise in Office and Power BI, combined with exceptional empathy and interpersonal communication skills, enhances the ability to foster collaborative relationships and drive success.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
ACADEMIC ADVISOR TRIO/SSS
Lone Star Community College
10.2020 - Current
- Support low-income , 1st-generation and disability students by providing guidance to maximize use of college
experience and use of resources. - Develop and implement advising strategies to improve student retention by 75% and completion/transfer rate by
50%. - Track data of about 200 student.
- Prepare reports as required by the Grant.
- Participate in TRiO/SSS Grant training.
- Implement the business plan for TRiO aligned with policies, procedures from the United States Department of Education.
- Provide information about career, FAFSA, scholarships, degree programs, college admissions, workforce and
apprenticeship programs. - Advise students on personal issues as they can interfere in academic goals and well-being.
- Facilitate workshops on time management, study skills, and test-taking strategies.
- Refer students to adequate services when needed.
- Organize and safe keep student files.
PASS ADV.(PROVIDING ACAD. SUPPORT TO STU)
Lone Star College - University Park
02.2018 - 09.2020
- Assisted over 300 students with bad academic standing.
- Worked with services on campus to guide students to resources needed to recover from low academic performance.
- Planned and facilitated workshops.
Director of Operations
UNIVENDAS, SA
06.2013 - 04.2017
- Executive Board Member of UNIVENDAS, existing since 1958 specialized in processing timber and manufacturing hardwood furniture and cabinetry.
- Prepared the strategic plan to assure a smooth transition after a takeover by the new shareholders. Negotiate with the laborers and other stakeholders.
- Increased the company revenues by regain past customers and bringing new ones.
- Liaised between customers and manufacturing to design new product.
- Directed and coordinated the production, processing, distribution and marketing activities of furniture doors and cabinetry.
Adjunct Math Instructor
Universidade Politecnica
01.2000 - 12.2014
- Taught introductory and upper level courses (Linear Algebra and Analytic Geometry, Algebra, Pre-calculus).
- Wrote course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts within the guidelines of the Department.
- Wrote, administered and graded midterm and final examinations and submitted final grades and attendance records for all students on the class roster.
- Worked creatively to discourage student withdrawal and maintain satisfactory retention.
- Attended faculty meetings, in-service meetings, graduation and other college events as required by the College and performed other job-related duties as assigned.
Campus Director
Universidade Politecnica - Tete Campus ISUTE
01.2011 - 07.2013
- Managed the Installation Committee of this branch of the University, located in Tete Province.
- Supervised administrative and academic activities. Compiled monthly reports detailing activities.
- Increased student enrollment and retention by 60% in three years.
- Advised and mentored undergraduate students.
- Coordinated recruiting and hiring of staff and faculty evaluate their activities, organize the training as well as other support.
- Served on University Board of Directors and the Provincial Board of Education in representation of the University
Director of Academic Affairs
Universidade Wutivi, BOANE ,Mozambique
11.2009 - 01.2012
- Set up academic services with new technologies (Academic software) and improved of customer service.
- Provided quality student service which reflected excellence and connection to the community, in the area of registration, tuition assessment and academic records, and to ensure the confidentiality and accuracy of student records.
- Participated in making of policies for student recruitment, selection, admission, making recommendations when required to do so.
- Produced semester calendars, class and examination schedules, insured that the condition of the classrooms met the needs of quality instruction.
- Assisted the faculty in its teaching, making available the teaching tools and through the administration of the teacher evaluation process.
- Supervised advisement of students on issues such as course selection, progress toward graduation, and career decisions.
- Participate in the Board of Directors and Academic Board.
Dean of Academic Afairs
Universidade Politecnica,
06.1999 - 10.2009
- Led team of 15 staff members distributed in 5 campuses, introduces innovations in service delivered thru new technologies (Academic software) and improvement of customer service.
- Provided quality student service which reflected " Humanism, Rigor and Professionalism" in the area of registration, tuition assessment and academic records, and to ensure the confidentiality and accuracy of student records.
- Participated in making of policies for student recruitment, selection, admission, making recommendations when required to do so.
- Produced semester calendars, class and examination schedules, insured that the condition of the classrooms met the needs of quality instruction. Assisted the faculty in its teaching, making available the teaching tools and through the administration of the teacher evaluation process.
- Supervised advisement of students on issues such as course selection, progress toward graduation, and career decisions.
- Participate in the Board of Directors and Academic Board.
LVN
Camelot Care Center
04.1987 - 04.1999
- Performed Licensed Vocational Nurse duties in Rehabilitation, Convalescent and Hospice Units thru out the 12 years of work.
LVN
Village Green
05.1983 - 04.1987
Assistent Project Manager
National Directory for Adult Eduction
02.1977 - 01.1981
- Designing Mathematics programs for adult education.
- Organize and orient national seminars in the area of adult education.
- Participated in international seminars (V International Math Seminar in Brazil, 1978).
Mathematic Teacher Assistant
Francisco Manyanga Secondary School
09.1975 - 02.1977
- Design daily school program; test and evaluate students;support students to reduce drop out;provide end of year results.
Education
Master of Arts - HIGHER ED. ADMIN, W/ CERT IN ADV & INST RESEARCH
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12-2021
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Universidade Politecnica
Maputo, MozambiqueBachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
Arizona State University
Tempe, ArizonaSkills
- Excellent computer skills, proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and academic software Organized and detail-oriented
- Experience in diagnostics and data analysis
- Team player, yet self-managing; culturally sensitive
- Positive attitude, personable, and approachable
- Fluent in Portuguese and knowledge of Spanish
Additional Information
SISTER CITY INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION
Advocate - June 2024 - Present
Promote Sisterhoods between USA and Mozambican Cities
MOZAMBICAN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION - MCA
PRESIDENT-ELECT (VOLUNTEER) - April 2021 - Present
- Lead and manage organization with over 300 members.
- Maintain knowledge of relevant national and international current events.
- Monitor and report fundraising metrics and outcomes to stakeholders and leadership.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge about relevant laws governing non-profit organizations' operations.
- Promote relationship with Mozambican Embassy in Washington DC to foster linkages and network with deferent institution in Mozambique.
- Develop partnerships to support initiatives to attract investments. Notably, organized the reSURGEnce International Business Conference in Maputo, Mozambique, with over 100 participants, including Mozambican Government official, religion and academic leaders, USA Embassy representative, and special guest speakers from the USA, that included a NY Senator. MCA also represented Mozambican businesses in the NY Summer food Festival in 2024.
- Promoted inter-cultural initiatives.
- The endorsement obtained from the Mozambican Embassy in DC, and the Government of Mozambique through INACE, facilitates collaboration with local institutions and communities.
SHAPE COMMUNITY CENTER - Houston,TX
Volunteer- 2016 - Present
Mentorship and tutoring youth
Timeline
ACADEMIC ADVISOR TRIO/SSS
Lone Star Community College
10.2020 - Current
PASS ADV.(PROVIDING ACAD. SUPPORT TO STU)
Lone Star College - University Park
02.2018 - 09.2020
Director of Operations
UNIVENDAS, SA
06.2013 - 04.2017
Campus Director
Universidade Politecnica - Tete Campus ISUTE
01.2011 - 07.2013
Director of Academic Affairs
Universidade Wutivi, BOANE ,Mozambique
11.2009 - 01.2012
Adjunct Math Instructor
Universidade Politecnica
01.2000 - 12.2014
Dean of Academic Afairs
Universidade Politecnica,
06.1999 - 10.2009
LVN
Camelot Care Center
04.1987 - 04.1999
LVN
Village Green
05.1983 - 04.1987
Assistent Project Manager
National Directory for Adult Eduction
02.1977 - 01.1981
Mathematic Teacher Assistant
Francisco Manyanga Secondary School
09.1975 - 02.1977
Master of Arts - HIGHER ED. ADMIN, W/ CERT IN ADV & INST RESEARCH
Sam Houston State University
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Universidade Politecnica
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
Arizona State University
Personal Information
Driver's License Class C - Standard Driver's License
Impeccable driving record.
Languages
Portuguese - Excellent ( Read Write Speak ) English - Excellent ( Read Write Speak )
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