Janaee' N. Sykes
Arcata,California
Summary
Determined Academic Advisor accomplished at ensuring students meet educational requirements and talented at advising students on degree-specific programs. A superior grasp of academic advising principles. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities with a flexible schedule.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Advisor
Cal Poly Humboldt
Arcata, CA
04.2023 - Current
- Provide academic advisement to students on degree requirements, course selection, and university policies
- Create individualized academic plans for each student to help them reach their academic goals
- Monitor student performance and provide guidance for improvement where needed
- Collaborate with faculty members to ensure students are meeting prerequisites for courses
- Participate in weekly office hours to provide one-one-one support for students who needed additional assistance
- Attend bi-weekly meetings with Lead Advisors to discuss challenges or upcoming changes to degree audits, academic policies, and future workshop development
Early Outreach Event Specialist
Cal Poly Humboldt
Arcata, California
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with Visit Experience Coordinator to finalize event calendar to include annual events such as Preview Days and Early Outreach events
- Ensured compliance with all applicable campus polices and regulations to event planning
- Developed and communicated event timelines and operation responsibilities to campus partners for precise event execution
- Implemented comprehensive early outreach strategies to engage prospective students
- Managed allocated budgets for each event with Budget Analyst
- Enhanced effectiveness of events program through close monitoring of successes, areas of improvement, and overall trends
- As requested by Director of Admissions, support other sponsored events such as the CSU Counselors Conference, Out of State Receptions, and Guest Speaker appearances
Directors Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, Admissions
Arcata, CA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted Director in development of long-term sustainable strategies and goals for the organization
- Compiled reports such as Procard reconciliations, survery reports, and other documents as requested
- Maintained confidential records and files related to Admissions department
- Managed calendar, travel arrangements, and other administrative tasks
- Ensured compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations with Accounts Payable and Risk Management
- Tackled and addressed top-level, high-priority issues with professional administrative discretion
Racial Equity Intern
City Of Arcata
Arcata, CA
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Supported the equity arcata collective impact network
- Produced key project deliverables such as working group reports, research, grant requests, and data collection
- Assisted inn public scoping and engagement with local community and Cal Poly Humboldt
- Prepared and facilitated presentations to City Council, local businesses, and academic departments
- Provided support in preparation for monthly equity arcata meetings, goal-setting, reporting, and implementation of projects
Student Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, ODEI
Arcata, CA
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Facilitated technical assistance for community training, Foundations: The Four Dimensions of Race
- Attended weekly staff meetings to discuss assignments such as the Monthly ODEI newsletter
- Prepared and Co-Facilitated for weekly Backbone Support Team meetings and monthly equity arcata Design Team Meetings
- Served at the student representative of ODEI for campus committees
- Conducted survey assessments and research on Racial Equity work and Social Justice issues
- Attended Professional Development workshops or seminars such as PEN America
Instructional Student Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, English Department
Arcata, CA
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Co-instructed Upper Division English course ENGL360/560: Black Lives Matter with Dr. Christina Hsu-Accomando
- Assisted faculty in creating and editing course materials such as syllabi, weekly lectures and assignments
- Facilitated discussions about course materials
- Created presentations for lecture utilizing software applications such as Google Slides and Powerpoint
- Maintained detailed records of student assignments and attendance
- Educated and maximized learning capabilities through effective instructional techniques by compiling articles, texts, and videos to reinforce lesson outcomes
Lead Student Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, Umoja Center
Arcata, CA
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed student-centered services and programs for students who identify within the African Diaspora
- Provided leadership to student team by delegating tasks, monitoring progress, and providing feedback
- Developed the "Student Leader Binder" (SLB) to serve as an individual resource to team members to track assignment progress, timesheets, meeting agendas/minutes, along with employee progress report
- Organized events to promote awareness of student services resources among campus community
- Assisted Center Coordinator in developing budgets for student initiatives and student employment
- Facilitated weekly team meetings to discuss projects and address concerns, along with team building opportunities
- Appointed as Head Coordinator for the annual Black Heritage Graduation Ceremony
Student Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, Admissions Call Unit
Arcata, CA
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Experienced in Nolij and Peoplesoft software
- Maintained records of student data, including SAT/ACT scores, Transcripts, and Admission status
- Provided administrative support such as filing, photocopying, scanning, faxing, and sorting mail
- Responded promptly to emails from prospective students regarding status of admissions, receiving of transcripts, or other general questions
- Assisted with general inquires and provided guidance to navigate university resources
- Developed efficient working relationships with closely related departments
Administrative & Operations Specialist
Cal Poly Humboldt, Umoja Center
Arcata, CA
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided customer service support via phone or email
- Maintained detailed administrative and procedural processes to improve accuracy and efficiency
- Supported student needs by providing resources regarding housing, food Insecurity, and academic support
- Hosted daily study hall hours and drop in hours with Faculty
- Lead special projects and events such as Financial Aid workshops, tabling opportunities, and Black Heritage Graduation.
Student Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, Economics Department
Arcata, CA
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Assisted with clerical needs such as answering phones, emails, managing Economics Department databases, and drafting student to staff/faculty correspondence
- Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials, and individual portfolios to support faculty curriculum plans
- Proctored student make-up exams/quizzes
- Organized class materials and graded assignments
- Assisted with filing Major and Minor contracts to be submitted to the Office of Registrar
- As requested by Department, complete a wide range of simultaneous tasks to support research, and operational needs
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA05.2021
Skills
- Collaborative
- Student Mentorship
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
Academic Achievements
Term Honor for Spring Semester 2021 - Presidential Scholar (3.8 GPA)
2021 Nominee and Recipient of the Al Elpsuan Award for Student Activism
Term Honor for Fall Semester 2020 - Dean's List (3.6 GPA)
Recipient of Professional Achievement in Free Speech Advocacy, July 2020
Graduate of PEN America's 2020 Free Speech Advocacy Institute, July 2020
Community Engagement & Professional Opportunities
- Councilor for Cal Poly Humboldt Staff Council, current
- Attended CSU Inaugural Juneteenth Symposium, June 2022
- Attended CSU Professional Development Conference, August 2022
- ODEI Student representative in Student Leader Dialogue with former CSU Chancellor Joseph I. Castro, April 2021
- Introduced Dr. Shaun Harper of USC for the Presidential Speaker Series, February 2021
- Presenter and Co-facilitator for The State of Arcata Presentation, representing equity arcata, February 2021
- Student representative of ODEI on the Associated Students Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, 2020-2021
- Student representative of ODEI on the Search Committee for HSU Dean of Students, January 2020-April 2021
- Collaborated and Co-facilitated Campus Session to Dialogue Racism, White Supremacy, and Anti-Racism, October 2021
- Collaborated with the AACAE to host and introduce; Ilyasah Shabazz & Modi, February 2020
- Served on the Black Liberation Month Planning Committee, February 2021
- Nominated and voted as President of The Legacy, April 2019-February 2020
- Representative in Student Leader Dialogue with former CSU Chancellor, Timothy P. White, 2019
- Student representative for the equity arcata's Police & Student Safety Working Group, 2018-2022
- Served for the CCAE Search Committee for the AACAE Coordinator Position, 2017 and 2019
- Nominated and voted as Secretary of The Legacy, April 2017-April 2019
- Member of The Legacy, November 2016-February 2020
Timeline
Academic Advisor
Cal Poly Humboldt
04.2023 - Current
Early Outreach Event Specialist
Cal Poly Humboldt
06.2022 - 04.2023
Directors Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, Admissions
08.2021 - 06.2022
Racial Equity Intern
City Of Arcata
08.2021 - 11.2021
Instructional Student Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, English Department
01.2020 - 05.2021
Student Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, ODEI
08.2019 - 07.2021
Lead Student Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, Umoja Center
08.2018 - 05.2019
Student Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, Admissions Call Unit
02.2018 - 08.2018
Administrative & Operations Specialist
Cal Poly Humboldt, Umoja Center
08.2017 - 05.2018
Student Assistant
Cal Poly Humboldt, Economics Department
01.2017 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Humboldt State University
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