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Years in Higher Ed
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Misti Mahon
Academic & Career Pathway Advisor
Portage,MI
Overview
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Professional Award
13
13
Professional Certifications
10
10
Years Working With Students
18
18
Years of Management Experience
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Academic & Career Pathway Advisor
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI
04.2018 - Current
- Increased three-year graduation rate to 55% through focused retention strategies, outperforming the national benchmark by 33%.
- Developed comprehensive strategies for the new program's operations.
- Created a Sustainable Brewing course plan that was successfully adopted.
- Spearheaded the Alumni network program, organizing an annual gala celebrating post-graduation achievements.
- Conducted sessions to educate staff and faculty about the Use of New Name Policy procedures.
- Guided students through personal consultations to formulate strategies.
- Assisted students in applying the Strong Interest Inventory and CliftonStrengths assessment findings to their goals.
- Facilitated seminars covering topics such as resume building, time management, and study skills.
- Advocated for students' needs during their college journey.
- Participated in regular professional development activities to stay up to date on changes in the field of higher education.
- Supervised department-employed student staff.
- Served as Club Advisor for student-led LGBTQ+ Diversity Club.
Program Manager
Foreign Links Around the Globe
Portage, MI
06.2015 - 04.2018
- Oversaw daily activities and performance of office assistants.
- Achieved successful outcomes for Department of Homeland Security audits through meticulous file preparation.
- Mediated between different stakeholders, including international partners and local contacts.
- Worked alongside international partners from China, Vietnam, Spain, India, South Korea, and Thailand.
- Performed virtual evaluations for international candidates.
- Oversaw database operations utilizing FileMaker Pro.
- Handled invoicing for program payments, academic fees, and student support funds.
- Collaborated on development of student's I-20.
- Understood regulations set by the Department of State and CSIET.
- Facilitated placement of students into appropriate insurance coverage.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH02-2028
Skills
- Academic advising principles
- CSIET and SEVIS Regulations
- Fair Housing Regulations
- Problem-solving
- Career planning
- Client engagement
- Presentations and public speaking
- Relationship building
- Group facilitation
- Academic counseling
- Written communication
- Active listening
Certification
- Ordained Minister
- Professional Spiritual Coach
- Master & Professional Life Coach
- Successful Strengths Coaching
- Strong Interest Inventory
- Advising Undecided & Exploratory Students
- Tips for More Inclusive Language
- Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
Accomplishments
- Staff & Administrator Excellence Award: August 2025, Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSoftware
Google Suite
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Zoom
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WorkZone
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DegreeWorks
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Canvas LMS
Canva
References
- Louis Thomas, Assistant Dean of Student Development Services and Special Programs, lthomas@kvcc.edu
- Ana Abendschein, Academic and Career Pathway Advisor, aabendschei@kvcc.edu
- Jeanne Doonan, PT KVAAP Counselor, jdoonan@kvcc.edu
CliftonStrengths
EMPATHY | ADAPTABILITY | CONNECTEDNESS | DEVELOPER | ACTIVATOR
Volunteerism
- Kalamazoo Country Day School Parent Association Member September 2025 - Present
- Boy Scouts of America Parent Volunteer August 2025 - Present
- Kalamazoo Valley Community College LGBTQ+ Diversity Club Advisor June 2023 - Present
- RJN Comedy Marketing Director / Graphic Designer November 2023 - Present
- OutFront Kalamazoo Youth Pride Steering Committee Oct 2024 - Jul 2025
- Angling Road Elementary PTO Fundraiser Dinners Chair Aug 2024 - Jun 2025
- ZooBOTix Lead Coach Nov 2024 - Apr 2025
- Portage United Church of Christ Children & Family Ministry Oct 2015 - Oct 2017
- Cultural Homestay International Host Parent August 2014 - June 2015
- Veterans of Foreign Wars Volunteer June 2012 - May 2023
- Paw Paw Village Players Board of Directors June 2006 - Aug 2013
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