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KEVIN L. WILLIAMS

Denver

Summary

Experienced in the field of Higher education with a strong background in student counseling, enrollment management leadership, college admissions, and student success. Engaged with various stakeholders, including families and educational institutions, to promote effective college admissions strategies and career guidance. Demonstrated success in developing resources such as guidebooks for students, aimed at simplifying the college application process. Actively participated in conferences to share knowledge on current trends in education policy and practice.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Educational Consultant

KLW Educational Consultant Services
Denver
05.2023 - Current
  • Attended conferences related to current trends in education policy and practice.
  • Counseled students on career paths, job opportunities, internships and other post-secondary planning activities.

· Consultant with Research Triangle Institute and the Department of Education assisting in the promotion of the US Department of Education’s College Scorecard

· Attended and presented at Conferences about the College Scorecard

· Private educational consultant for families and students on the college admissions process

· Program Manager for the NIH/HBCU Path to Excellence and Innovation Grant Program

College and Career Specialist

Denver Public Schools (DPS)
Denver
08.2020 - Current
  • Support and consult with school leaders in High Schools, Middle Schools, and Elementary school in the Far Northeast Region of DPS in providing access to post-secondary opportunities to students.
  • Increase participation, pass rates, and equity in College and Career Success programs (i.e., CLEP, Concurrent Enrollment, ASCENT, AP, and Dual-Enrollment
  • Develop partnerships with HBCUs to provide dual-enrollment opportunities for students in the far Northeast Region and DPS as a whole.
  • Developed MOU with 2 HBCU's to provide scholarships to DPS Students
  • Work with schools within District to increase FAFSA/CASFA rates
  • Developed partnership with Common Black College Application that allow DPS students to apply to 60 HBCUs with one application for free.
  • Analyze pertinent data such as on track to graduate, Concurrent Enrollment, CLEP, and other post-secondary programming to advise school leaders on how to improve outcomes increase equity and develop new opportunities for DPS students.
  • Developed a guidebook entitled, "So You Want To Go To College" for students and counselors

Vice President for Enrollment Administration and Student Success

Community College of Denver
Denver
01.2018 - 04.2020
  • Chief Enrollment and Student Affairs Officer for the College responsible for the recruitment, admissions, enrollment, persistence, retention, and graduation of undergraduate students in traditional and non-traditional degree and certificate programs
  • Member of the President's Executive Cabinet
  • Lead a team of over 125 members and 12 Departments.
  • Increased overall enrollment by 6% from fall 2018 to 2019 which was first enrollment increase in 7 years.
  • Increased overall FTE by 4% from fall 2018 to 2019.
  • Increased overall enrollment of minority students by 25% from fall 2018 to 2019.
  • Decreased summer melt rate by 6.4% from fall 2018 to 2019.

Vice Provost for Access and Enrollment

University of the Virgin Islands
St. Thomas
11.2016 - 12.2017
  • Provide leadership for the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Student Records/Registrar, and Office of Financial Aid
  • Chief Enrollment Officer for the College responsible for the recruitment, admissions, enrollment, persistence, retention, and graduation of undergraduate students in traditional and non-traditional degree programs
  • Member of the President's Executive Cabinet
  • Lead the Enrollment Management Committee and Scholarship Committee
  • Developed a strategic marketing plan and program to better brand and promote the University
  • Led the efforts in the development and implementation of UVI Online

Vice President for Enrollment Management and Retention

Talladega College
Talladega
08.2014 - 10.2016
  • Provided leadership for the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Student Records/Registrar, and Office of Retention
  • Chief Enrollment Officer for the College responsible for the recruitment, admissions, enrollment, persistence, retention and graduation of undergraduate students in traditional and non-traditional degree programs
  • Developed and administer the Dual Enrollment Program
  • Member of the President's Executive Cabinet
  • Led the Enrollment Management Committee, Retention Committee, and Scholarship Committee
  • Adjunct Professor in the Fast Track Program for non-traditional students returning to complete degree
  • Increased first-time freshmen enrollment by 40% from Fall 2014 to Fall 2015
  • Increased overall enrollment 21% from Spring 2015 to Fall 2015

Dean of Enrollment and Diversity

Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena
11.2013 - 07.2014
  • Provided leadership for the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Student Records/Registrar, and Office of Financial Aid
  • Responsible for the Recruitment, admissions, enrollment, persistence, retention, and graduation of undergraduate and graduate students
  • Managed a combined staff of 20+ professionals.
  • Chief Diversity Officer for the University
  • Led the team to a 4% increase in enrollment for Fall 2014

Dean of Admissions & Recruitment

Morehouse College
Atlanta
10.2011 - 06.2013
  • Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of undergraduate and joint enrollment students
  • Managed all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Office of Admissions, which includes a staff of 15 full-time employees.
  • Represented Morehouse College at college fairs and high schools throughout the country and internationally.
  • Developed training methods and policy and procedures manual for the Admissions and Recruitment Department
  • Generated and analyze undergraduate admissions data to develop and execute a strategic recruitment and admissions plan.
  • Managed and monitor an administrative and operational annual budget of $1.5M
  • Increased application counts 20% for Fall 2012 and Fall 2013
  • Increased enrollment of first time students 15% for Fall 2012

Director of Recruitment/Enrollment

National Louis University
Chicago
11.2010 - 08.2011
  • Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of undergraduate and graduate students for the College of Management and Business and the College of Arts and Sciences
  • Managed an Enrollment team and the day-to-day recruitment and enrollment activities of a staff of 16 individuals.
  • Established strategic partnerships with local businesses and institutions to increase enrollment.
  • Developed training methods and policy and procedures manual for the Enrollment division.

Director of Admissions

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta
02.2006 - 12.2009
  • Managed all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Office of Admissions for the recruitment and admission of undergraduate, joint enrollment and graduate students, which included a staff of 14 fulltime employees.
  • Developed and executed a strategic recruitment plan which resulted in a 15% increase in first time freshman enrollment from the Fall of 2005 to 2006 and a 34% increase in overall first year enrollment from the Fall of 2005 to 2006, a 12% increase in first time freshman from Fall 2006 to Fall 2007, and a 69% increase of overall first year enrollment from Spring 2007 to Spring 2008
  • Established the Clark Atlanta University (CAU) Student Ambassador Program and manual to enhance recruitment activities and campus tours
  • Generated and analyzed undergraduate and graduate admissions report to develop and execute a strategic recruitment and admissions plan.

Associate Director of Admissions

Ross University
Edison
08.2004 - 01.2006
  • Managed all recruitment and admissions activities for prospective Veterinary and Medical School students for Ross University in the Southern region which resulted in a 40% increase in applications, a 180% increase in targeted school visits, and a reduction in the cost per student lead budget for the territory.
  • Actively participated in Graduate and Professional School Fairs at various colleges and universities throughout the South
  • Collaborated with Pre-Med and Pre-Vet advisors to conduct presentations to Pre-medicine clubs and Pre-veterinary clubs throughout the Southern region.
  • Increased applicant diversity by establishing new contacts and recruitment initiatives at HBCU's
  • Generated and analyzed Recruitment reports to determine recruitment activity effectiveness
  • Analyzed student credentials to assess prospective student's admissibility.

Assistant Director of Admissions

Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago
10.2003 - 03.2004
  • Company Overview: Stuart Graduate School of Business
  • Recruited at Graduate and Professional School Fairs at various colleges and universities throughout the Mid-West
  • Developed a strategic recruitment plans which increased domestic and minority enrollment by 25%
  • Analyzed student credentials and reviewed business school applications
  • Generated and analyzed Graduate Recruitment reports to determine recruitment efficiency
  • Stuart Graduate School of Business

Admissions Representative

Morehouse College
Atlanta
07.2002 - 09.2003
  • Conducted admissions presentations for parents, counselors, teachers, and students that convey the benefits of an education at Morehouse College.
  • Recruited in numerous geographic regions of the country that requires excellent territory management, organization, and the ability to work effectively with little supervision.
  • Consistently exceeded application and enrollment quotas by accounting for 37% of the incoming Fall of 2002 Freshmen Class.
  • Represented Morehouse College at college fairs and high schools throughout the country.

Education

Ph.D. - Urban Higher Education

JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY
Jackson, MS
08.2007

Master of Business Administration - Global Management

AMERICAN INTERCONTINENTAL UNIVERSITY
Atlanta, GA
11.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

MOREHOUSE COLLEGE
Atlanta, GA
05.1987

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • College admissions
  • Student counseling
  • Enrollment management
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Career and college guidance
  • Partnership development

Affiliations

  • College Board
  • AACRAO-SEM (American Association of College Registrars and Admissions Officers-Strategic Enrollment Management)
  • NACAC (National Association of College Admissions Counselors)
  • NASFAA (National Association for Student Financial Aid Administrators)
  • HACU (Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities)

Publications Presentations

  • Ask Admissions Panel, College Board Southern Regional Forum, 02/08
  • Radio Interview-Radio Sandy Springs Education Forum, 03/12/08
  • Interview- Black Enterprise Magazine website, 09/08, http://www.blackenterprise.com/top-colleges/2008/08/13/clark-atlanta-university/
  • California Community College System Signs Transfer Deal with Nine HBCUs, 03/17/15, https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2015/03/17/california-community-college-system-signstransfer-deal-nine-hbcus

Professional Development Affiliations

  • VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY, Nashville, TN, 2013 Summer Fellow, 06/13
  • HARVARD UNIVERSITY, Cambridge, MA, Summer Institute on College Admissions, 06/10
  • HAMPTON UNIVERSITY, Hampton, VA, Executive Leadership Certificate, 11/05

Timeline

Educational Consultant

KLW Educational Consultant Services
05.2023 - Current

College and Career Specialist

Denver Public Schools (DPS)
08.2020 - Current

Vice President for Enrollment Administration and Student Success

Community College of Denver
01.2018 - 04.2020

Vice Provost for Access and Enrollment

University of the Virgin Islands
11.2016 - 12.2017

Vice President for Enrollment Management and Retention

Talladega College
08.2014 - 10.2016

Dean of Enrollment and Diversity

Mississippi Valley State University
11.2013 - 07.2014

Dean of Admissions & Recruitment

Morehouse College
10.2011 - 06.2013

Director of Recruitment/Enrollment

National Louis University
11.2010 - 08.2011

Director of Admissions

Clark Atlanta University
02.2006 - 12.2009

Associate Director of Admissions

Ross University
08.2004 - 01.2006

Assistant Director of Admissions

Illinois Institute of Technology
10.2003 - 03.2004

Admissions Representative

Morehouse College
07.2002 - 09.2003

Ph.D. - Urban Higher Education

JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY

Master of Business Administration - Global Management

AMERICAN INTERCONTINENTAL UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

MOREHOUSE COLLEGE
KEVIN L. WILLIAMS