LaSheon Strozier
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dynamic professional with proven success in program development and student engagement. Skilled in conflict resolution and customer service, dedicated to fostering inclusive community environments that enhance student participation and personal growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Community Director
Clemson University
Clemson, SC
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Operated a residential area (approximately 600-1000 students) and worked with the specific needs of assigned population through a residential curriculum model.
- Supervised undergraduate paraprofessional staff in the creation of a residential community environment.
- Partnered with Finance and Operations, Student Affairs, and Academic Affairs to address student needs and concerns.
- Coordinated community events to enhance student engagement and participation.
Assistant Coordinator Summer Internship
The University of Texas at Dallas
Dallas, TX
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Served as point of contact for assigned camps and conference groups.
- Managed administrative duties for assigned camps and conference groups such as, room assignments, card access ,record keeping, and check-in/check-out facilitation.
- Maintained on-call duty hours.
- Developed strong interactions and communication skills as result of participating in staff meetings and collaborating with families and guardians regarding special events.
- Assisted with a residential hall holding atleast 400-600 students.
- Supervised 8-10 conference assistants.
Assistant Community Hall Director
Louisburg College
Louisburg, NC
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Oversaw the implementation and execution of the residential curriculum to support and attain departmental, divisional, and University goals.
- Assessed needs and interests of students.
- Supported staff in the development of a wide range of programming initiatives including: educational, social, recreational, and cultural programs.
- Conducted housing violation meetings suggesting housing correctives according to violation guidelines.
- Advised and counseled students on personal development, interpersonal relationships, behavior concerns, and other issues that impede academic success.
- Participated in on-call duty rotation to respond to emergency situations or urgent requests from residents.
- Facilitated communication between RAs and their supervisors about individual performance issues.
- Coordinated student programs to promote leadership and personal development opportunities.
Athletic Internship and Academic Mentor
NC A&T
Greensboro, NC
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Provided skilled instructions for over 300+ student-athletes.
- Preformed duties as assigned by Head and Assistant coaches.
- Helped students in developing job search strategies and conducted job vacancies.
- Conducted one-on-one mentoring sessions for academic support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Fitness Management (Kinesiology)
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
Greensboro, NCSkills
- Program Development
- Student Engagement
- Team Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Recruitment/Outreach & Retention
- Curriculum Development
- Programming Skilled at executing intellectual and diverse programming that promotes academic, social, emotional, and personal growth and encourages students to be life-long learners
- Engagement Experienced in engaging with divers’ groups of students on various academic, social, and emotional levels using a holistic and student-centered approach
- Planning Expert in analyzing departmental performance and stakeholder feedback to understand business impact and propose changes Using data collected to figure out more efficient and effective modes of operations
- Counseling Skillful at troubleshooting and providing fast resolution to escalated students’ academic, behavior, social and emotional concerns Conscious in investigating, formulating a comprehensive plan, and connecting students to appropriate internal or external resources
Professional References
- Tempest, Vance, Associate Head Track and Field coach, tempestvance@yahoo.com, (864) 940-2802, North Carolina A&T State University
- Pam, McElrath, Associate Director - RCCS, Pam.mcelrath@utdallas.edu, C+1(972) 883-7419, The University of Texas at Dallas
- Brandon, Moyer, Dean of Student, Moyer.b15@gmail.com, C+1(919) 264-2145, Louisburg College
AWARDS AND HONORS
2019 | Nominee | North Carolina Schools Heroes/ NC Education Lottery, 2018 | Educator of the Year | Dapper Distinguished Men Society
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC
- NCAA Division I Men’s Track and Field Team | August 2015 – July 2019
- Selected as a representative on the StudentAthlete Advisory Committee.
- Black Student Alliance (BSA) Executive Board Member | August 2016 – May 2019.
- Helped to promote change throughout our campus.
- Gear Up Mentoring Program | August 2017– May 2019
- Offering mentorship equipping adolescent groups with integrity, responsibility, and drive for excellence.
Timeline
Assistant Community Director
Clemson University
08.2022 - 05.2024
Assistant Coordinator Summer Internship
The University of Texas at Dallas
05.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant Community Hall Director
Louisburg College
08.2021 - 03.2022
Athletic Internship and Academic Mentor
NC A&T
08.2016 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Sports Fitness Management (Kinesiology)
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University