Kaitlyn Lantz

• Analyzed student academic records on a caseload of approximately 400 to assess educational and career goals.
• Created email campaigns to engage students in scheduling advising meetings.
• Collaborated with the Colleges of Engineering, Agriculture, and Education to support their students in completing the Honors curriculum.

• Guided students through college application processes, ensuring clarity and understanding of requirements.
• Developed personalized academic and career plans to align with student goals and interests.
• Analyzed student data to track progress and inform counseling approaches for individual needs.

• Explained admissions processes, educational programs, financial assistance and student services to over 2000 potential students, parents, and high school counselors.
• Led the review team for the College of Health and Human Sciences, evaluating approximately 2500 applications for admission and using a holistic admissions review process.
• Created mentorship program in the Office of Admissions, managing incoming staff members and pairing them with a seasoned mentor.

• Supervised group of Commuter Ambassadors, student employees who served over 300 commuter freshman students, providing advising and assistance in event planning.
• Organized Interview Day for Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education master's program, collaborating with all student affairs offices across campus.
• Counseled students through withdrawal process, directing them to other campus offices as needed.

• Planned several events to encourage college-going culture, including financial aid workshops, Decision Day celebrations, and college fairs.
• Collaborated with teachers and counselors to create dynamic presentations for students, garnering interest and excitement about college.
• Advised over 80% of senior class at two high schools in making their college and career plans, specifically targeting low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented students.

• Coordinated with classroom teacher to engage students in variety of texts and activities; enriching student learning.
• Guided students through first large research project, setting measurable goals each week so students could complete parts of research in small steps.
• Facilitated individual and large class work to engage students.

• Engaged variety of students with differing ability levels in class material, emphasizing personal growth in the learning process.
• Collaborated with other teachers to create cross-curricular learning opportunities, creating connections between subjects.
• Developed brand-new curriculum with assistance from colleagues, using expertise of tenured teachers and education conferences.

• Coordinated creation of gender-affirming clothing supply in partnership with Stonewall Suites LLC and the Gender Center, providing a necessary service to LGBTQ+ students.
• Created an Esports program, resulting in 2 tournaments in its first semester.
• Restructured the Homecoming Court selection process, placing a strong emphasis on electing student leaders to serve the campus and community.

Certificate in Community College Leadership