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Lillie Acoff

Stoughton,Massachusetts

Summary

Accomplished relationship builder and mentor with a proven track record in overseeing student-led initiatives, advising student organizations, and coordinating programs to enhance awareness of diversity and inclusion. Diligent in driving changes, organizational improvement initiatives, and student support.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Council Member

Wentworth Institute of Technology
Boston, MA
05.2023 - Current
  • Endorsing and promoting community building programs and activities to support closer working and collaborations between and among organizational areas and employees at Wentworth
  • Attend regular council meetings to discuss local issues and proposed legislatio
  • Endorsed and promoted community-building programs, fostering closer collaboration between organizational areas and employees.
  • Prepared research materials for council members and assisted in developing strategies for community improvement.

College Success Coordinator

Wentworth Institute of Technology
Boston, MA
05.2023 - Current
  • Developed and oversaw a six-week summer bridge program for 60 students, emphasizing leadership development and mentorship.
  • Provided individualized academic advising, helping students with course selection, degree planning, and academic progress tracking.
  • Coordinated various student support services to ensure comprehensive support systems.
  • Mentored and guided students on professional development topics such as communication skills and goal setting.

Industry Corps Mentor

Wentworth Institute of Technology
Boston, MA
11.2022 - Current
  • Support the personal growth of the mentee by discussing interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and effective communication
  • Monitor and evaluated mentees' progress, providing feedback and guidance to ensure success
  • Developed a comprehensive mentoring program supporting new students in their transition into the two-year program.
  • Mentored individuals on professional development topics, including communication skills and goal setting.

Early College Coordinator

Wentworth Institute of Technology
Boston, MA
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Organized college events such as orientations, and other special occasions
  • Provided administrative support to faculty members in the planning and implementation of academic projects
  • Created and maintained a database of students' records for tracking purposes
  • Coordinated meetings between faculty members, staff members and external stakeholders to ensure successful collaborations
  • Provided guidance to students regarding course selection, career options and university policies

Interim Director of Community Standards

Merrimack College
North Andover, MA
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Led and managed the Community Standards department during a transitional phase, overseeing a team of 10 staff members and handling day-to-day operations
  • Oversaw daily operations of the organization, providing guidance and direction to staff members
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Provided leadership and direction in developing new processes and procedures to improve efficiency
  • Facilitated training sessions for staff members involved in implementing temporary programs

Graduate Fellow of Community Standards

Merrimack College
North Andover, MA
07.2021 - 05.2022
  • Conducted administrative hearings and participate on student conduct board
  • Assisted in the development of creative sanctioning, Manage police reports through Advocate
  • Facilitated alcohol prevention programs for 100 students who violated alcohol policy
  • Attended conferences and seminars relevant to Fellow job roles and responsibilities
  • Upheld the values and mission of the educational institution

Collaborative Partner

Boston Public Health Commission
Boston, MA
03.2015 - 11.2019
  • Recommended coping mechanisms and offered guidance to individuals dealing with intense problems
  • Facilitated workshops on preventing unhealthy relationships to 200+ Boston residents,
  • Facilitated group discussion sessions on topics such as study skills, college preparation and career exploration
  • Assisted with the development of individualized plans for student success
  • Conducted one-on-one meetings to discuss student progress and provide feedback

Education

Master of Higher Education -

Merrimack College
05.2022

Bachelor of Arts -

Curry College
05.2021

Skills

  • Program Development and Oversight
  • Student Advising and Support
  • Team Leadership
  • Committee Leadership
  • Cultural Competency

Timeline

Staff Council Member

Wentworth Institute of Technology
05.2023 - Current

College Success Coordinator

Wentworth Institute of Technology
05.2023 - Current

Industry Corps Mentor

Wentworth Institute of Technology
11.2022 - Current

Early College Coordinator

Wentworth Institute of Technology
06.2022 - 05.2023

Interim Director of Community Standards

Merrimack College
08.2021 - 05.2022

Graduate Fellow of Community Standards

Merrimack College
07.2021 - 05.2022

Collaborative Partner

Boston Public Health Commission
03.2015 - 11.2019

Master of Higher Education -

Merrimack College

Bachelor of Arts -

Curry College
Lillie Acoff