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Caleb Kamplain

Palestine,IL

Summary

Passionate, flexible, and results-driven community psychology graduate student and Trio SSS academic advisor with a strong track record of driving positive change in higher education settings. Experienced in using advanced data analysis techniques. Proven ability to inspire and encourage learning to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment for diverse student populations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Trio Student Support Services Academic Advisor

Illinois Eastern Community College- Lincoln Trail College
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, providing mentorship and fostering personal and academic growth.
  • Provided first-generation, low-income, and disabled students with career guidance, transfer information, financial aid information, and assistance with study skills development.
  • Conducted academic advisement services for underserved students on a recurring basis to maintain educational progression.
  • Collaborated with faculty, staff and administration to develop targeted interventions for academically at-risk students.
  • Assisted in student recruitment by following targeted outreach strategies such as classroom visits and participation in campus activities.
  • Planned orientation events for new students, ensuring a smooth transition into Higher Education.
  • Developed personalized academic plans, ensuring alignment with career goals and institutional requirements.
  • Promoted campus resources such as tutoring and disability services to help underserved students overcome barriers to success.
  • Organized workshops and seminars to further enhance student skills and knowledge in financial literacy and time management.
  • Participated in professional development and networking activities to stay current on best practices in higher education.
  • Utilized advising software such as Blumen and Excel to track student progress and maintain accurate records of interactions.

Graduate Research Assistant

National Louis University
05.2023 - 09.2024
  • Facilitated and organized a round table talk at Midwest Eco 2023.
  • Contributed to positive team dynamics by listening and providing constructive feedback during group discussions and project planning sessions.
  • Coordinated and assisted in manuscript preparation, contributing to the publication of influential articles in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Collected and handled confidential and sensitive research data.
  • Reviewed and analyzed community psychology grant proposals.
  • Investigated and surveyed social science academic conference presentations.
  • Calculated and computed quantitative data using statistical software.
  • Organized and coded Qualitative Interview data.
  • Assisted in manuscript preparation, contributing to the publication of influential articles in peer-reviewed journals.

Licensed Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional

South Eastern Special Education
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Assisted and advised in teaching K-12 students in special education environments, prioritizing neurodiversity, primarily autism and neurodevelopmental disorders.
  • Mentored and coached students in learning career and community-based life skills for transition into life after primary education.
  • Supported and supervised students with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Education

Ph.D. - Community Psychology

National Louis University
Chicago, IL
09-2027

Master of Arts - Community Psychology

National Louis University
Chicago, IL
09.2024

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN
12.2021

Skills

  • Proficient with professional networking platforms
  • Proficient in statistical software such as SPSS
  • Proficient in Word, Excel,and PowerPoint
  • Proficient in active listening techniques
  • Proficient in Banner database systems
  • Proficient with Adaptive leadership

Timeline

Trio Student Support Services Academic Advisor

Illinois Eastern Community College- Lincoln Trail College
08.2024 - Current

Graduate Research Assistant

National Louis University
05.2023 - 09.2024

Licensed Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional

South Eastern Special Education
01.2022 - 01.2024

Ph.D. - Community Psychology

National Louis University

Master of Arts - Community Psychology

National Louis University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Southern Indiana

publications

Olson, B. D., Chávez, N. R., Kamplain, C. J., & Russell, J. T. (2025). Leveraging community psychology to counter harmful policies and foster well-being in migrant children. American journal of community psychology, 75(3-4), 398–408. https://doi.org/10.1002/ajcp.12787

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