LaDonna Croffe
Bath
Summary
Experienced academic professional with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in Student Development, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, and Public Speaking. Strong education professional with a Master of Business Administration - MBA focused in Strategic Leadership.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Specialist - Advisor
Michigan State University, Honors College
10.2023 - Current
- Provide advice on course and curriculum selection as it relates to university requirements and the appropriate substitute offerings
- Monitor students' completion of university requirements, the eight required honors experiences, and GPA requirements.
- Liaison to RCAH, Lyman Briggs, CAL, CAS, University Advising with college specific needs
- Liaison to MSU enrichment programs, TRIO, FLI and Detroit Made providing program specific needs
- Refer students, when necessary, to other units in the University for assistance with educational, career, and personal concerns.
- Provide assistance and guidance to HC students reentering MSU
- Provide specialized assistance and support to students falling below the 3.2 HC GPA requirement
- Participate in the training and onboarding of new academic advisors in the HC. Also, meet with new advisors in liaison colleges to discuss the HC
- Represent Honors College and served as a resource in various capacities for HC/Admissions-related events, including Honors College Exploration events, Green & White Days, Alumni Distinguished Scholarship Competition, Honors College graduation events, First-year Picnic, and Family Resource Fair.
- Represent Honors College and serve as a resource in various capacities for HC student success initiatives
- Review incoming freshman HC Admission applications with HC Admissions team
- Review and score current student CA applications with HC colleagues
- Administrative work needed to properly maintain student records for last name alpha L-P (1009 Students) and liaison colleges (CAL, CAS, LB, RCAH)
Partnership Manager
Michigan College Access Network
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Coach and mentor coaches on a daily and ongoing basis
- This includes establishing and maintaining ongoing, effective communication, inclusive of but not limited to regular coaching meetings
- Assist coaches and site supervisors set outcome goals, track and assess these goals on an ongoing basis using real-time data, and implement strategies to ensure successful completion of college access goals, particularly for priority students
- Oversee ongoing data tracking by coaches
- Be present in the community and attend coach-planned and led activities at partner schools
- Provide performance feedback to coaches on an ongoing basis and formally, support a formal evaluation process on a biannual basis, in partnership with the on-site supervisor
- Manage AmeriCorps grant requirements for supervised advisers
- Establish and nourish collaborative relationships with partners and their administration/staff
- This includes ongoing and meaningful communication, site visits, proactive follow-up to issues that arise, and managing the partnership process for participation in the program
Academic Specialist-Asst. Director of Recruitment
Michigan State University, Arts & Letters
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Planned and implemented campus programs aimed at the recruitment of prospective students
- Managed recruitment budget in consultation with Associate Dean
- Worked with College units and the Office of Admission on recruitment of new students which includes significant travel
- Coordinated New Student Orientation efforts for the College in collaboration with the Director of Undergraduate Affairs, including College presentations
- Worked closely with the Marketing and Communications team on special projects, events, and the development and oversight of the futurespartans.cal.msu.edu website
- Realized increased enrollment by 22% due to recruitment efforts and innovative programming
Academic Specialist-Asst. Dir. Citizen Scholars
Michigan State University, Arts & Letters
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Contribute to the development and implementation of recruitment strategies to attract students from underrepresented populations, as well as support retention strategies for students in the program
- Provide guidance for students as they consider study abroad, study away, service learning, and internships opportunities related to the program
- Oversee Undergraduate Student Interns working on program promotion, program community building, social media presence, etc
- Work with the Director to define scheduling needs and assist in scheduling program courses
- Oversee enrollment management for the program including admission to the program, and monitoring class enrollments
- Tracking student progress through the program and certify completion of the program
- Develop and oversee peer mentoring program
- Assist director in developing relationships and opportunities for students in the community
- Develop and oversee experience objectives, reflection, and learning outcomes
- Contribute to program assessment in relation to student success
Academic Specialist-Advisor
Michigan State University, ComArtSci
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Manage a caseload of over 850 media and information students
- Work with department chairperson, faculty, and undergraduate coordinators to resolve conflicts, enhance program visibility, and effectively serve our students
- Assist in student planning to ensure completion of University & College requirements, as well as electives to support their personal goals
- Teach freshman seminar courses to aid in successful transition to University
- Presenter at orientation & preview days
- Coordinate and plan the College Welcome event to orientate incoming students
- Encourage and empower students to assume responsibility for their decisions
Academic Advisor III
University of Texas at Arlington
07.2012 - 06.2017
- Manage a caseload of 500 marketing majors
- Provide guidance for at-risk students through mentorship, referrals, and connection with University resources
- Conduct Business Success workshops for students newly transferred
- Teach First Year Experience courses for freshman students
- Develop presentations and present for new student orientations and prospective students visits
- Presenter at University of Texas Arlington Advising Association conferences
- Facilitate special programs for business students, i.e
- Sales Certificate, Fast Track {to graduate school}, and the College of Business in Barcelona study abroad
- Counsel students in planning course work by considering academic history, program demands, employment, and personal goals
Dean of Women/Faculty
Christ For The Nations
06.2006 - 07.2012
- Manage 600 female residents of various ages and backgrounds (race, ethnicity, economic)
- Recruit, mentor and train resident assistants to effectively serve the female residents while realizing personal growth
- Advise, mentor, and counsel students regarding academic, financial and vocational concerns, and disciplinary issues
- Managed crisis response for mental and health issues
- Create and implement the discipleship plans for students on probation
- Teach second year curriculum courses each semester
- Serve on the Student Affairs Committee, which handles student grievances, appeals, student conduct issues and student council selections
- Review and revise the Student Handbook/Policies and implement those policies throughout the student body
- Evaluate student applications and make appropriate decisions regarding admission
- Conduct workshops for new student retreats
Admissions Counselor
Christ For The Nations
11.2004 - 06.2006
- Coordinate and monitor student admission process
- Responsible for communication, oral and written, with prospective students
- Increase enrollment numbers from 60% to 92% in assigned region (North Texas)
- Implement training and supervise staff of advisors and receptionists
- Presenter at orientation & preview days
- Recruitment in churches and schools in the Dallas/Ft
- Worth area
- Coordinate Campus Days events for prospective students
Education
MBA - Strategic Leadership
Amberton University
08-2015
Bachelor - Business Administration
Baker College
05-2011
Associate - Practical Theology
Christ For The Nations Institute
06-2006
Skills
- Program Development
- Mentoring
- Leadership Training
- Instructional coaching
- Student engagement
- Teaching strategies
- Collaborative teamwork
Timeline
Academic Specialist - Advisor
Michigan State University, Honors College
10.2023 - Current
Partnership Manager
Michigan College Access Network
08.2022 - 09.2023
Academic Specialist-Asst. Director of Recruitment
Michigan State University, Arts & Letters
06.2019 - 08.2022
Academic Specialist-Asst. Dir. Citizen Scholars
Michigan State University, Arts & Letters
06.2019 - 08.2022
Academic Specialist-Advisor
Michigan State University, ComArtSci
07.2017 - 06.2019
Academic Advisor III
University of Texas at Arlington
07.2012 - 06.2017
Dean of Women/Faculty
Christ For The Nations
06.2006 - 07.2012
Admissions Counselor
Christ For The Nations
11.2004 - 06.2006
MBA - Strategic Leadership
Amberton University
Bachelor - Business Administration
Baker College
Associate - Practical Theology
Christ For The Nations Institute
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