Marjorie Fontalvo
Tampa
Summary
An innovative leader committed to advancing higher education access, retention, and graduation success. Proficient in diverse functional areas and cutting-edge technologies, including institutional software, application development, and agile methodologies. Expert in developing impactful programs and policies that foster effective stakeholder communication. Adept at evaluating and providing actionable feedback on assessments to ensure compliance with institutional policies and accreditation standards at all levels. Dedicated mentor with a proven track record of empowering others.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Academic Advisor Computer Science and Engineering
University of South Florida
01.2018 - Current
- Advising and coaching undergraduate students majoring in technology fields such as Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Information Technology (IT) on academic decisions and career goals
- This includes helping students identify their interests and strengths to guide them toward potential careers and industries
- Instructor and Mentor at Osher Learning Institute (Olli-USF) using technology to further enrich the lives of students of all ages
- Courses include inclusive Artificial Intelligence (AI) software and hardware instruction and use
- The programs for beginners and advanced uses incorporate theoretical analysis to engage users
- Serving as a student advocate for matters related to grievances, grading issues, tuition appeals, and special financial assistance and scholarships
- Coordinating special outreach programs, including Broadening Participation in Computing (BPC) and other National Science Foundation grant initiatives, to promote the field of computer science and engineering to underrepresented groups
- Organizing faculty, alumni, and graduate student panel discussions on topics such as Computer Science history, diversity, and employment
- Collaborating with Deans, Chairs, and faculty members on academic advising issues and discussing how policies impact student admissions, success, and retention
- Recommending graduate programs, providing design-oriented presentations, and offering academic support
- This also involves providing information on industry certifications, including CompTIA exams, monitoring enrollment statistics for the unit, analyzing data, and preparing reports
- Participating in strategic management meetings with network officials to analyze enrollment data, leading to new departmental initiatives
- Examining enrollment data on various metrics and undergraduate students' outcomes
- This includes leading instructional rounds to identify best practices for increasing student diversity and collaborating to develop a new college mission and common instructional framework
- Delivering presentations at NACADA regional and state conferences on STEM Programs, focusing on advising underrepresented students and providing tools to expand access and promote inclusion in higher education settings
Immigration Adviser (F-1 Visa) Office of International
University of South Florida
- Providing expert guidance and unwavering support to international students on campus, offering invaluable cultural adjustment advice to students, staff, and faculty
- Serving as a Designated School Official (DSO) for SEVIS under the Department of Homeland Security, ensuring compliance with immigration reporting for international students
- This includes reviewing financial documents necessary for visa applications and status renewals, and expertly facilitating the transfer process by connecting students with appropriate contacts at other institutions
- Managing the onboarding process for new undergraduate and graduate students
- Coordinating and organizing impactful programs for the annual Florida International Student Leadership Conference (FILC)
- Additionally, playing a pivotal role in mentoring new advisers and actively participating in training sessions and networking activities within the field
Practicum
Brewster Technical Center
Tampa
- Collaborated with the Assistant Principal at a public post-secondary technical college to annual catalog and communication material improve brochures
- Experience in budget management and expense control
- Gained valuable insight into hands-on teaching approaches, equipping new learners with the job skills demanded by business and industry
- Explored policies concerning adult basic education, including GED, English language acquisition, and Applied Academics for Adult Education
Test Center Manager
Hillsborough Community College
Dale Mabry Campus
- Supervised and mentored staff and part-time employees, guiding them on best practices and ethical standards in the testing environment
- Trained staff on security protocols, ensuring personal responsibility for understanding and delivering testing in accordance with updates and changes to client requirements, as well as handling testing incidents when they occur
- Created staffing schedules and collected test center time-keeping records for communication to regional stakeholders
- Managed budgets and forecasting processes, including expense control, capital planning, and ensuring profitability
- Served as the local contact point for operations, building management, site security, deliveries, vendors, etc., and escalated issues to the campus Deans
- Implemented a wide range of changes to improve the efficiency and security of exams
- Proctored numerous exams for faculty, including those for students with accommodations
- Coordinated the licensing and proctoring of standardized and college assessment exams such as LOEB, PERT, ACCUPLACER, CLEP, CPE, and Pearson Vue Tester
Immigration & Programs Assistant/ Center for Global Engagement
Florida State University
- Honored with the 2003 Division of Student Affairs Employee of the Year Award at Florida State University
- Provided essential guidance to international students, exchange faculty, and scholars on immigration regulations for F-1, J-1, and H-1B visas
- Initiated impactful cultural adjustment programs, such as English Conversation and Coffee Hours, to promote diversity and campus immersion
- Successfully led the Cultural Exchange program, enabling students to experience diverse cultures in Germany, Costa Rica, Jamaica, and Spain through the Beyond Borders initiative
- Collaborated to enhance and promote domestic and international student programs, including Coffee Hour, international lunches and dinners, and the Engaged International Speakers Series
Education
Doctorate - Higher Educat Policy And Administration
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FloridaMasters - Interdisciplinary Social Science College Student and the Law
Nova Southeastern University
Ft. Lauderdale, FloridaBachelor - Geography (GIS) and International Affairs
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FloridaSkills
- Research and investigations
- Networking and creating community goals
- Empowering future leaders
- Career programming
- Global initiatives
- Improvement science
- Inclusive networking
- Advising and advocacy
- Community building
- Staff retention
- Cultural exchange
- Diversity promotion
- Networking skills
- Student advocacy
- Academic advising
- Compliance management
- Program coordination
- Data analysis
- Student performance evaluations
- School programs development
- Collaborative teamwork
Administrative And University Service
- University of South Florida Multicultural Affairs Council on Academic Advising (MCAAC)
- University Presidential Advisory Committee, Status of Latinos (SOL)
- University Presidential Advisory Committee, Accessibility
- USF Administrative Advisory Council (AAC)
- Hillsborough Community College, Placement Test Advisory Council
- International Student Admissions and Retention Committee
- Association of Florida College (AFC) Dale Mabry Campus Representative
- Veteran Task Force Committee / GIBILL Welcome back Initiatives / Vocational rehabilitation
Teaching And Mentoring Experience
- First-Year Engineering Orientations & Seminars, University of South Florida
- International Students Workshops & Seminars, University of South Florida
- College Success Student and Support Services, Hillsborough Community College (Dale Mabry Campus)
- Introduction to University Life, Florida State University
Professional Affiliations And Involvement
- National Academic Advising Association (NACADA), Region IV & VII New Orleans Conference Presenter
- Florida Academic Advising Association (FLACADA), State Conference Presenter
- Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education (NASPA)
- National Association of Foreign Advisers (NAFSA)
- Florida Association of International Educators (FAIE)
- American Educational Research Association (AERA)
- Florida Educational Research Association (FERA)
Community Service
- American Association of University Women (AAUW), Florida AAUW, Director of Membership
- Southshore TechTrek Scholarship Committee
- Florida Parent Teacher Association, STEM Co-Chair Committee
- Riverview High School PTSA, President
Other Education And Certification
- University of South Florida, Leadership Program for Managers
- University of South Florida, Online Instructor Certification
- University of South Florida, Title IX Responsible Employee
- University of Central Florida, Coaching Fundamental Certificate
- University of South Florida, Critical & Creative Design Thinking
- Florida State University, Program Evaluation Graduate Certificate
- University of South Florida, Managing @ USF Training and Certificate
- Hillsborough Community College, Leadership Styles and Management Skills
Strengths And Expertise
- Research and investigations
- Networking and creating community goals
- Empowering future leaders
- Career programming
- Global initiatives
- Improvement science
- Inclusive networking
- Advising and advocacy
- Community building
- Staff retention
Timeline
Senior Academic Advisor Computer Science and Engineering
University of South Florida
01.2018 - Current
Immigration Adviser (F-1 Visa) Office of International
University of South Florida
Practicum
Brewster Technical Center
Test Center Manager
Hillsborough Community College
Immigration & Programs Assistant/ Center for Global Engagement
Florida State University
Doctorate - Higher Educat Policy And Administration
Florida State University
Masters - Interdisciplinary Social Science College Student and the Law
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor - Geography (GIS) and International Affairs
Florida State University
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