Juwan Vega
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Highly qualified Senior Admissions Advisor with experience supporting students' transition from high school to higher education. Excels at guiding students to make and meet academic goals. Takes pride in creating supportive environments and encouraging positive interactions. Proven professional and self-starter with excellent communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Advisor/Designated School Official
International American University
2023.03 - Current
- Serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) and updates and maintains the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) records of non-immigrant students in F visa category. Works with international F-1 students to and file various SEVIS-related processes, i.e. initial I-20, register, transfer, change of status and reinstatement.
- Generated Acceptance letter, Program Completion Plan (PCP), Pre-Enrollment Disclosure, Enrollment Agreement, and Transfer Credit Evaluation with accurate details.
- Enhanced overall student satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and guidance throughout the admissions process.
- Increased visibility of program offerings by representing our institution at various education conferences and events.
- Served as a positive ambassador for our institution by maintaining a professional demeanor and demonstrating genuine enthusiasm for the programs and services offered.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Streamlined the application process for prospective students, resulting in increased enrollment numbers.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
- Assessed student's abilities and recommended degree programs to highlight strengths.
- Worked with International students to change their status from a visitors Visa to an F-1 Visa.
- Issued I-20's for International students applying from outside the US and for those changing their status.
Office Manager
Gutshall Vega Studio
2013.06 - Current
- Demonstrated proficiencies in telephone and front-desk reception within a professional environment.
- Calmed upset customers by analyzing and rapidly solving issues to maintain client trust.
- Cultivated and sustained positive working relationships with customers.
- Conducted daily estimates, pricing, delivery appointments, and all other inquiries.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to owner.
- Managed office and created a positive work environment with employees and clients.
CESJ Peer Mentor
Santa Barbara City College
2019.08 - 2020.04
- Supervised center for Equity and Social Justice.
- Organized and orchestrated social justice events on campus pertaining to current social justice issues.
- Created a positive and welcoming environment for students of all different backgrounds, genders, races, ethnicities, etc.
- Helped elevate and motivate students on campus by providing them with guidance with their personal and school life.
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and program-related guidelines related to Cal-Fresh.
- Assisted students with Cal-Fresh applications and served as an advocate on applicants' behalf with DSS.
- Used Canva to create flyers and promoted the CESJ events on their Instagram page.
College Representative
Santa Barbara City College
2016.08 - 2019.05
- Represented enrollment services for Santa Barbara City College, providing exceptional customer service to enrolled students in all phases of their experience.
- .Demonstrated public speaking skills in the tours and student Q&A panels about the college which included but were not limited to academics, campus life and general inquiries about Santa Barbara City College
- Was the key spokesperson for the SBCC Foundation, which provided local students two years of free tuition at Santa Barbara City College.
- Spoke at the SBCC Foundation banquet which had a crowd of over 500+ people which demonstrated my superior public speaking and interpersonal skills.
- Traveled to local high schools to talk about the SBCC promise and the enrollment process at Santa Barbara City College.
- Welcomed prospective students and parents to Santa Barbara City College under Office of Undergraduate Admissions guidelines.
- Successfully mentored, developed, and provided guidance, motivating high school students to enroll into Santa Barbara City College continuously after graduation.
- Helped students navigate pipeline in-person and over the phone.
EOPS Peer Mentor
Santa Barbara City College
2018.05 - 2018.08
- Implemented school roadmaps for each student to ensure a successful academic route.
- Provided direction and support for student learning, character development and academic success.
- Led team building exercises in a safe environment which resulted in long term relationships between the students.
- Counseled students individually, assisted them in overcoming obstacles of their first year in college, adjusting to life, and making proper choices to stay focused.
- Assisted students with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, also educated them on creating school profiles and email accounts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
California State University - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05.2023
Associate of Science in Business Administration -
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA05.2020
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Client Relations Management
- Public Speaking
- Solutions Development
- Microsoft office
- Google Applications
- Bilingual- Spanish and English
- Student Recruiting
- Admissions
- Registration Processes
- Enrollment Management
- Student Support
References
- Silvia Cortez, cortez@sbcc.edu, (805) 451-6553
- Carina Gillis, carinavgillis@gmail.com, (916) 880-8194
- Alejandra Martinez, abmartinez@sbcc.edu, (805) 289-6372
- Alondra Lazaro Gonzales, alondralazaro@yahoo.com, (805) 696-8505
- Olivia Clark, oclark@antioch.edu, (909) 273-5898
Affiliations
- The National Society of Leadership and Success
Timeline
Admissions Advisor/Designated School Official
International American University
2023.03 - Current
CESJ Peer Mentor
Santa Barbara City College
2019.08 - 2020.04
EOPS Peer Mentor
Santa Barbara City College
2018.05 - 2018.08
College Representative
Santa Barbara City College
2016.08 - 2019.05
Office Manager
Gutshall Vega Studio
2013.06 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
California State University - Los Angeles
Associate of Science in Business Administration -
Santa Barbara City College
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