Dr. Josué (Sway) Rosario-Calíz

Results-driven Administrator and Educator with extensive experience in higher education, specializing in strategic planning and assessment for inclusive environments. Demonstrated success in designing data-informed initiatives that significantly boost student engagement and program effectiveness. Proficient in fostering collaboration among stakeholders, including Provosts and Vice Presidents, to align institutional goals. Leadership roles encompass Dean of Students, Professor, Advisor, and Mentor, with a strong focus on Student Conduct and Title IX compliance.

he/him/él

• ACPA - College Student Educators International
• Association of Student Conduct Administrators (ASCA)
• College Student Personnel Association - New York State (CSPA-NYS)
• Erie County Restorative Justice Institute
• National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA)

• Quality Matters Teaching Online, 01/01/24
• Title IX Investigations, 12/01/22
• Equity and Equal Employment Opportunity, 11/01/22

• Cultivating Cultural Sensitivity and Humility, 2024, Workshop presented at KIPP Capital Region Public Schools
• Cultural Appreciation vs. Appropriation, 2023, Workshop presented at KIPP Capital Region Public Schools
• Engagement During Orientation: Integrating Student Belonging in New and Transfer Students' Orientation, 2022, Presentation at Sewanee: The University of the South

• Communion of Evangelical Episcopal Churches, Priest and Canon to the Bishop, Dates Not Specified, Present, Preside over eucharistic services following the Book of Common Prayer (1979)., Serve as Chair of the Commission on Ministry, vetting individuals for holy orders.
• Kingston Food Co-Op, Treasurer & Council Member, 01/01/23, Present, Oversee financial matters and operational activities., Manage HR-related tasks and contribute to policy development.
• Alpha Nu Omega, Incorporated, TriState Region, Regional Assistant for Ministry and Administration, 11/01/20, Present, Train, educate, and develop staff for recruitment, engagement, and prospect direction.

• Director of Educational Initiatives, THRIVE ON! Network Consulting, 09/01/21, 12/01/22, Designed and implemented data-driven policies for educational initiatives focused on community/economic development., Conducted research on educational programs for marginalized communities, analyzing impact to inform strategy.
• Consulting Director of Advisement and Educational Policies, THRIVE ON! Network Consulting, 03/01/21, 08/01/21, Developed policy/structural frameworks for an educational initiative aligned with Title IX/NYS 129-b principles., Facilitated one-on-one coaching supporting participants' online portfolio creation.

Educational Leadership & Administration:

• Strategic Initiative Development: Designed and launched Buffalo State University's Inaugural Student Leadership Conference.
  Developed and implemented an assessment framework for the Student Leadership and Engagement (SLE) office, serving as a pilot for the Dean of Students division, aligning with Middle States Accreditation and CAS guidelines.
  Created sustainable foundational structures for policies and processes to enhance student engagement.
  
• Student Success & Retention: Led the Student Success Taskforce at Buffalo State University to assess and redefine student success, aiming to enhance student support services.
  Collaborated with campus partners to align SLE initiatives with the university's mission, focusing on student success and retention.
  Developed leadership programs that enhanced student growth, achievement, and campus involvement.
  
• Revenue & Engagement Growth: Increased revenue for the Campbell Student Union by 10% through strategic programming and partnerships.
  Revitalized Greek Life, aiming to increase organization participation by 5%.
  Increased student participation in engagement initiatives by 25% following the implementation of the “Involvio” engagement app at Bard College.
  
• Equity & Inclusion: Designed and implemented assessment tools to evaluate organizational culture and DEI practices at KIPP Capital Region Public Schools.
  Created and facilitated data-driven equity workshops across all organizational levels.
  Established and supported employee affinity groups, improving inclusivity.
  Achieved a 25% reduction in repeat discrimination and bias-related incidents at Sewanee: The University of the South, through data-informed policy updates.
  Elevated organizational understanding of equity and inclusion through data-driven workshops and initiatives.
  Enhanced DEI initiatives within the department at Bard College, resulting in a 20% rise in student satisfaction with campus inclusivity efforts.
  
• Accreditation & Curriculum Development: Contributed to Notre Dame of Maryland University’s Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program achieving 5-year Provisional Accreditation.
  Rewrote the program curriculum to align with ACOTE standards.
  Strengthened institutional knowledge of ACOTE accreditation processes and standards.
  
• Student Conduct & Policy Management:Implemented an assessment-driven overhaul of the student conduct system at Sewanee: The University of the South, resulting in a 25% increase in resolution efficiency and improved student satisfaction.
  Established a new Code of Conduct that increased policy clarity by 30%.
  Improved efficiency in student conduct resolution by 15% through process refinements at Bard College.
  Ensured 100% compliance with federal and state regulations at Sewanee: The University of the South.
  
• Training & Crisis Management: Facilitated campus-wide training on Title IX and DEI initiatives, increasing engagement.
  Created data-informed educational programming that reduced AOD-related incidents by 15% over two academic years at Sewanee: The University of the South.
  Improved cross-departmental collaboration and crisis response effectiveness, reducing average response time by 10% in critical incidents at Sewanee: The University of the South.
  
• First Year Experience: Developed assessment-driven programming that increased first-year student satisfaction by 20% at Bard College.
  
• Student Support: Advocated for and established Bard’s first student-safe space (Gilson Place) for students of color, leading to a 30% increase in the utilization of support services.
  

Consulting & Community Service:

• Educational Initiative Development: Contributed to innovative educational models addressing systemic inequities at THRIVE ON! Network.
  Established a compliant, student-centered policy framework supporting educational and professional development goals.
  
• Financial & Operational Oversight: Oversaw financial matters and operational activities as Treasurer and Council Member of the Kingston Food Co-Op.
  Served as the official financial officer for Visible Church.
  Oversaw and distributed a budget of $120,000 for the use of student-led activities at SUNY Erie.
  Oversaw and distributed a budget of $8,000 for the use of Residential Programming at SUNY Buffalo State.
  
• Community Engagement: Facilitated Christian programming and seminars for members and guests, managed financial accounts, organized and led discipleship training for new members, and supervised chapter functions to ensure success with Chi Chapter: Alpha Nu Omega, Inc.