Skilled leader and coordinator applying effective organizational and communication strategies to promote student success across higher education institutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)
University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TX
05.2014 - 06.2024
Directed comprehensive QEP initiatives for a multi-year, institution-wide project.
Aligned QEP with institutional strategic planning, mission, goals, and priorities.
Chaired the QEP Leadership Team with diverse stakeholders including administrators and educators.
Ensured QEP compliance with guidelines from Southern Association of Colleges and Schools - Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC).
Prepared documentation for the accreditation review process including goals, instructional design, budget and assessment.
Promoted the QEP throughout the institution to enhance awareness.
Report progress to internal stakeholders.
Work with Data Specialist to collect, analyze, and apply quantitative and qualitative data.
Dovetailed QEP responsibilities with my role as Director of Interprofessional Education.
Director of Interprofessional Education
University of Texas Medical Branch- Galveston
Galveston, TX
05.2014 - 05.2024
Led strategic initiatives to enhance medical education programs at a major academic health institution.
Collaborated with faculty to develop innovative curriculum for diverse health professions.
Led team of three staff members to create and execute interprofessional educational opportunities.
Managed all interprofessional activities including marketing, event planning, attendance registration , data collection and analysis.
Managed department website and social media.
Managed interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care practices and educational outcomes.
Oversaw accreditation processes ensuring compliance with regulatory standards in healthcare education.
Facilitated workshops and training sessions for faculty on teaching methodologies and assessment tools.
Developed and implemented Interprofessional Scholars program to promote teamwork among the institution.
Facilitated meetings to ensure stakeholder communication and project updates occurred regularly.
Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX
08-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
05-1983
Skills
Collaborative and inclusive leadership
Strategic planning and project management
Budget management
Team collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork
Stakeholder engagement
Innovative thinking
Strong written and oral communication
Curriculum development, instructional design, and assessment
MS office
Timeline
Director of the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP)
University of Texas Medical Branch
05.2014 - 06.2024
Director of Interprofessional Education
University of Texas Medical Branch- Galveston
05.2014 - 05.2024
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management