Kinna Perry
Union,New Jersey
Summary
Goal-oriented Associate Dean dedicated to strengthening administrative operations to streamline costs and enhance procedures. Cultivate long-lasting relationships with faculty, students and staff to strengthen institutional success. Motivational leader with top-notch communication, organizational and strategic planning abilities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASSOCIATE DEAN, GRADUATE SCHOOL-NEWARK
Rutgers University-Newark
01.2015 - Current
- Coordinate enrollment management, and experiential learning activities and initiatives for Graduate School-Newark students enrolled in master’s and Ph.D Programs
- Championed diversity initiatives within GS-N to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Served on various university committees as a representative of the department''s interests and strategic objectives.
- Advocated for the equitable allocation of resources within the institution, prioritizing the needs of the department and its students.
- Collaborated with community partners to establish internships, research projects, and other experiential learning opportunities for students.
- Facilitated productive dialogue between faculty members regarding best practices in teaching methods, curriculum design, assessment techniques.
- Increased student retention rates by addressing academic support needs through targeted interventions and proactive outreach efforts.
- Contributed to strategic planning initiatives that aligned with institutional goals while addressing the unique needs and aspirations of the department.
- Supervised admissions programs, student recruitment and retention.
- Recruited, hired and trained academic faculty and staff members.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency in course scheduling, student advising, and budget management.
- Responsible for recruitment and retention initiatives for all academic programs (five-year accelerated dual degree programs, M.A., M.S., Ph.D.) in the Graduate School-Newark and provide training for faculty recruiting for their respective programs
- Provide advice and guidance to Graduate Program Directors on enrollment management issues including but not limited to admissions goals, recruitment strategies, and policy implementation
- Developed and coordinate Rutgers University-Newark Summer Research Institute for undergraduate students
- Oversee Graduate School-Newark day-to-day operations and supervise administrative staff
- Work with Graduate Program Directors to develop and revise as needed policies and procedures that govern the GS-N programs and students
- Organize new student orientation and training programs for all GS-N students including programs for teaching assistants and doctoral fellows
- Revise and update student related policies and procedures
- Adjudicate violations of academic integrity and coordinate the grade appeals process
- Serve as the principal resource for graduate students for IIE Programs (Fulbright and Boren), and other competitive fellowships
- Developed and supervise the coordination fellowship programs funded through the Graduate School-Newark
- Coordinate staff professional development mid-year and annual retreats and activities
- Supervise graduate student assistants working on GS-N projects
- Coordinate and organize campus-wide Research Week for graduate and students
- Coordinate the TA/GA Professional Development Fund selection process
- Coordinate Graduate Program Director meetings and retreats
- Oversee the GRE Prep program for undergraduate students
- Coordinate and organize various local outreach initiatives with Newark Public Schools and other non-profit organizations.
DIRECTOR, HONORS COLLEGE
Faculty of Arts & Sciences Newark, Rutgers University-Newark
08.2007 - 12.2015
- Worked closely with Undergraduate Admissions team to recruit high achieving high school and community college students
- Oversaw academic advisement of all first year, second year, and new transfer students including advisement of seniors preparing to fulfill senior thesis requirements, and approving internships and research assistantships with faculty
- Responsible for the general administration and daily operations of the Honors College including preparation of marketing materials and website management, and the evaluation and supervision of staff
- Responsible for the solicitation, evaluation, and adoption of course proposals from faculty for all courses within the Honors College curriculum
- Coordinated extra and co-curricular programming and events for Honors College students
- Assisted students with identifying and securing research assistantships with faculty on the Newark campuses (Rutgers University-Newark and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences) of the University
- Collaborated and negotiated with Deans from four the other academic units on campus to include honors courses in their curriculum to enhance courses offerings and opportunities for Honors College students
- Served as the principle resource to Honors College and general student population for national merit scholarships
- Collaborated with internal and external programs and organizations to engage Honors College students in community service in the City of Newark surrounding areas
- Collaborated with the Faculty of Arts & Sciences Newark Development Office to seek funding opportunities for the Honors College for scholarships and programmatic initiatives
- Revitalized and coordinated the campus’ Undergraduate Research Day in conjunction with the Office of the Chancellor
- Developed an assessment plan and mechanisms to evaluate co-curricular programs and learning outcomes for program enhancement
- Audited student records for honors distinction classification for degree conferral
- Evaluated and approved Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate Exam scores for academic course credit for all undergraduate programs on the Newark campus
- Co-Supervised the Bonner Leader and Policy Options AmeriCorps Programs on the Newark Campus.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
ASSOCIATE DEAN FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS
College of Nursing, Rutgers University-Newark
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Directed and coordinated all aspects of student affairs in the College of Nursing, including coordination of all student related activities, and organizing special events including but not limited to Orientation, Commencement and Senior Awards Reception
- Served as the Collegiate Officer responsible for recommending, interpreting and implementing policies and procedures that govern student life
- Served as the disciplinary officer for the College of Nursing
- Coordinated the undergraduate Academic and Professional Development Seminar for all new first year students and taught one section of the course
- Monitored students with special needs to ensure faculty and staff compliance with meeting student academic, personal and social needs as mandated by ADA requirements
- Directed the College of Nursing scholarship activities and administered the scholarship accounts
- Supervised recruitment and the admissions process for three degree programs; baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs
- Collected and maintained statistical data related to all students in the College of Nursing
- Distributed and collected exit surveys for three degree programs; collected all one year follow-up surveys for all programs; collected all data for analysis and distributed the reports to all appropriate administrators
- Monitored student records for compliance with health requirements, professional liability insurance and criminal background checks
- Audited academic records for Bachelors and Masters students for degree conferral
- Cleared graduating baccalaureate students to the New Jersey Board of Nursing for the N-CLEX-RN examination and certified master's students for specialty certification examinations
- Served as the advisor to the College of Nursing Student Senate.
- Contributed to strategic planning initiatives that aligned with institutional goals while addressing the unique needs and aspirations of the department.
- Secured additional funding for research projects and infrastructure improvements by actively pursuing grants and other external resources.
- Increased student retention rates by addressing academic support needs through targeted interventions and proactive outreach efforts.
- Supervised admissions programs, student recruitment and retention.
- Communicated with university administrators and school officials.
- Oversaw student services and student retention.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
DIRECTOR, Center for Student Leadership & Engagement
Bloomfield College
02.2005 - 08.2007
- Developed campus wide student leadership programs that encourage first year students to become engaged in student activities
- Coordinated Student Training Empowerment Program (STEP) Leadership Programs for Bloomfield College and the program planning of retreats the STEP Leadership Program at Rutherford High School
- Coordinated the Diversity Education & Empowerment Program (DEEP) which included an annual off campus retreat and programming for Bloomfield College student leaders and the general student population
- Coordinated and collaborated with student cultural organizations, academic departments, and student affairs departments to formalize Hispanic Heritage, Black History, and Women’s History Month Calendars for the campus community, in addition to other annual cultural events on campus
- Provided leadership training workshops for Residential Education & Housing Resident Advisor and Equal Opportunity Fund Summer Counselor staffs
- Supervised and hired professional, support, and student staff
- Developed educational, professional development, cultural, and social activities and events for the entire Bloomfield College student population
- Supervised Bloomfield College Student Government and all recognized student organizations including Greek Council
- Collaborated with Student Affairs and Academic Affairs departments to develop meaningful and engaging student programs and activities
- Developed department student learning outcomes assessment plan
- Served as a peer coach to other Student Affairs department directors to develop their student learning outcomes assessment plans
- Managed the Faculty Co-Curricular Grant Program
- Restructured Greek Council Pledge Workshop Program
- Coordinated day-to-day activities for the department including facilities management and departmental budget
- Developed and coordinated Commuter Student Focus Group Study.
DIRECTOR/INSTRUCTOR
WomenRising
02.2004 - 02.2005
DIRECTOR, The Learning Communities Program (TRIO SSS)
New Jersey City University
09.2002 - 01.2004
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, Center for Teacher Preparation & Partnerships
New Jersey City University
08.1997 - 09.2002
FEDERAL GRANT COORDINATOR, Department of Special Education
New Jersey City University
10.1995 - 08.1997
Education
Ph.D. Higher Education Administration -
Seton Hall University
South Orange, New Jersey01.2004
Master of Business Administration -
Delta State University
Cleveland, Mississippi01.1995
Bachelor of Arts -
Rowan University
Glassboro, New Jersey01.1993
Skills
- Collaborative Leadership
- Enrollment Management
- Student Recruitment & Retention
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Academic administration knowledge
- Academic administration
- Student Mentoring
- Professionalism
Professionalorganizationmemberships
- Council on Graduate Schools, 2016, Present
- Association for the Study of Higher Education, 2000, Present
- National Association of Student Affairs Professionals, 2010, Present
Certification
TRUE COLORS, Certified Facilitator, Level II, 2005, Present
Conferencesseminarsattended
- Council of Graduate Schools Annual Meetings, December 2015, 2016, 2017
- Communities of Resilience Conference, Cape Town, South Africa, July 2016
- 7th Annual Living Knowledge Conference, Dublin, Ireland, June 2016
- Council of Graduate Schools, New Deans Institute & Summer Meeting, July 2015
- National Collegiate Honors Council, Denver, CO, November 2014
- National Collegiate Honors Council, New Orleans, LA, November 2013
- Northeast Region Honors Council Conference, Philadelphia, PA, April 2013
- ACPA Assessment Seminar, Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA, June 2006
- NASPA, National Convention, Washington, D.C., March 2006
- TRIO National Convention, Washington, D.C., September 2002
Workshopsdevelopedpresented
- Panel: Preparing a New Generation of the Professoriate, Preparing Graduate Students for Diverse Careers, Chancellor’s Conference on The New Professoriate: Tenure, Diversity, and Engagement, Rutgers University-Newark, Newark, New Jersey, November 2016
- No Silver Bullet: How big issues such as educational attainment require consensus building and an organizing framework with multiple sectors and agencies, 7th Annual Living Knowledge Conference, Dublin, Ireland, June 2016
- Preparing for Graduate School, South Louisiana and Northshore Technical Community Colleges, Louisiana, October 2017
- Preparing for Graduate School Panel, McNair Conference, University of Delaware, October 2015
- Getting Ready for College, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Central Jersey Alumnae Chapter Scholarship Committee Workshop Series, October 2015, 2016, 2017
- Facilitator, Community Open Forum, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Central Jersey Alumnae Chapter, Education Committee, October 2015, April 2016
- Panelist, Developing in Honors: Doing More with Less, Stretching Your Budget, National Collegiate Honors Council National Conference, Denver, CO, November 2014
- RA Diversity Training, Rutgers University-Newark Resident Assistant Training, August 2013
- Identifying Your True Colors, Rutgers University School of Nursing EOF Summer Program, August 2015
- St. Peter’s University Resident Assistant Training, August 2013
- Rutgers University-Newark Resident Assistant Training, August 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
- Bloomfield College, Resident Assistant Training, August 2008, August 2011
- Union County College EOF Summer Orientation, Summer 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
- Imagery of Hip Hop, Centenary College, Hackettstown, New Jersey, February 2008
- Leadership 101, STEP Leadership Retreat, October 2006, October 2005
- Rutherford High School STEP Leadership Retreat, March 2007, March 2006
- Scholarship Search Workshop, College of Nursing EOF Program, November 2007
- Student Outcomes Assessment: An Introduction, Student Affairs Staff Retreat, August 2006
Otherprofessionalexperiences
External Reviewer, Delaware State University Honors Program Review, Spring 2014
Communityserviceactivities
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Central Jersey Alumnae Chapter, Current
- New Horizons College Club, Incorporated, Plainfield, New Jersey, May 2006, May 2016
Committeeinvolvement
- Rutgers University (System), Committee on Graduate Education, Fall 2016, Strategic Enrollment Planning Group, Fall 2016, GAIA International Advisory Committee, Subcommittee on Institutional Support for International Research, Spring 2015
- Rutgers University-Newark, Women’s History Month Celebration Planning Committee, 2018, Program Subcommittee Co-Chair, Current, P3 Collaboratory (Pedagogy, Professional Development, and Publicly Engaged Scholarship) Advisory Committee, Current, RU-N Teaching and Evaluation Council, Current, Graduate Enrollment Committee, Subcommittee Chair, Current, Global Initiatives Committee, Current, Honors Living Learning Community Curriculum Committee, Current, Paul Robeson Campus Center Associate Dean’s Advisory Council, 2016, 2015, Strategic Planning Study Group on Staff, 2015, Strategic Planning Charette Group Leader, Spring 2014, Paul Robeson Campus Center Student Life & Leadership Awards Selection Committee, Spring 2014, Rutgers University-Newark Residence Life Resident Advisor Selection Committee, Spring 2015, 2014, 2013, Newark Retention Committee, Spring 2012, Faculty/ Arts & Sciences Website Planning Committee, 2010, 2011, NCAA Self Study Committee, Fall 2011
- Bloomfield College, Faculty Committee on Student Affairs, Spring 2005, Spring 2006, Spring 2007, Commencement Planning Committee, Spring 2005, Spring 2006, Spring 2007, Orientation Planning Committee, 2005, 2006, 2007
Timeline
ASSOCIATE DEAN, GRADUATE SCHOOL-NEWARK
Rutgers University-Newark
01.2015 - Current
DIRECTOR, HONORS COLLEGE
Faculty of Arts & Sciences Newark, Rutgers University-Newark
08.2007 - 12.2015
ASSOCIATE DEAN FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS
College of Nursing, Rutgers University-Newark
08.2007 - 08.2008
DIRECTOR, Center for Student Leadership & Engagement
Bloomfield College
02.2005 - 08.2007
DIRECTOR/INSTRUCTOR
WomenRising
02.2004 - 02.2005
DIRECTOR, The Learning Communities Program (TRIO SSS)
New Jersey City University
09.2002 - 01.2004
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, Center for Teacher Preparation & Partnerships
New Jersey City University
08.1997 - 09.2002
FEDERAL GRANT COORDINATOR, Department of Special Education
New Jersey City University
10.1995 - 08.1997
Ph.D. Higher Education Administration -
Seton Hall University
Master of Business Administration -
Delta State University
Bachelor of Arts -
Rowan University