Margaret Savidge
Kimberton,PA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Drexel University, adept in analytical problem-solving and effective leadership. Excelled in enhancing student success, orchestrating faculty collaboration, and driving program improvements. Skilled in verbal and written communication, demonstrated through innovative student service policies and successful recruitment strategies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
07.2003 - Current
- Helped students overcome challenges to achieve academic goals.
- Worked with faculty members to achieve successful program outcomes for students.
- Academic advisors to 338 undergraduate students.
- Work with undergraduate students on scheduling, declaring, and exploring major options.
- Aided students in organizing their academic paths and exploring abroad programs.
- Teach UNIV B101 freshman University seminar course.
- Assisted in the development of policies related to student services with the Director of Student Services.
- Advisor for inbound exchange students who study at Drexel; review applications for acceptance to LeBow College, and register the students for each term they attend at Drexel.
- Contributed to recruiting and retention strategies.
- Advised students on college processes, procedures and regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of student activities, progress and achievements.
- Evaluated existing programs and proposed new strategies for improvement.
- Created and distributed information regarding student services resources.
- Monitored course progression and sequencing for student majors.
- Provided support to students by responding promptly to inquiries.
- Conducted outreach initiatives to promote student success and engagement.
- Provided guidance to students on academic and career-related decisions.
- Answered student, family and visitor questions with friendly and knowledgeable support.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Assistance Director
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
01.2001 - 06.2003
- Created an articulation agreement with a community college in collaboration with Admissions.
- Managed a student caseload of over 300, along with the duties of Assistant Director.
- Executed recruitment and retention initiatives along with admission.
- Responsible for clearing seniors graduating with a manual tracking system.
- Conducted comprehensive annual evaluation for advising staff.
- Contributed to the successful execution of the commencement ceremony within the collegiate team.
- Reviewed incoming students’ credit transfers and coordinated class schedules.
- Directed freshman orientation at Lebow College, ensuring all incoming students were met and registered.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Immaculata University
Immaculata, PA05-1979
Skills
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Effective Issue Resolution
- Effective Leadership
- Effective Decision Making
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication
- Supportive Team Member
Affiliations
- Enjoy spending time with my family, traveling and time at the beach.
Timeline
Associate Director
Drexel University
07.2003 - Current
Assistance Director
Drexel University
01.2001 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - History
Immaculata University
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