Myrtle Brown

Scored SAT essays with accuracy, contributing to fair and consistent student assessment

• Collaborated with Pearson VUE on various projects, including the Tennessee Project for 8th Grade Middle School population, ensuring timely and accurate scoring

Directed the Upward Bound Program, achieving successful recruitment and selection of staff and students using strong leadership skills

• Oversaw and monitored coordination of academic and summer activities, increasing student participation in SAT and ACT Test Prep classes
• Provided postsecondary institution student visitations and off-campus cultural enrichment, enhancing college readiness
• Established, evaluated, and revised management information and reporting systems for target schools and the Division of Student Services, improving data accuracy
• Managed budget totaling over $1,500,000, ensuring compliance and optimal resource allocation

Reviewed applications to navigate applicants through each stage of admissions and enrollment process. Ensuring that application requirements, deadlines, and submission procedures are met in a timely manner. Communicate with applicants frequently via email, phone, and letters at different stages of the enrollment processes with continuous and personal outreach. Maintained accurate records of all student interactions to support effective communication and follow-up. Address prospective students questions and concerns for any potential barriers to enrollment and provide possible solutions by connecting them with available campus resources, such as Financial Aid, scholarship opportunities, tuition payment options, Academic Advising, Orientation Teams, and the availability of Success Coaches to ensure a successful transition into the college by providing continuous support from the initial inquiry to their successful enrollment and matriculation.

Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support student mental health and well-being.

Developed and implemented personalized action plans for students facing academic and personal challenges.

Collaborated with faculty to identify at-risk students and coordinate appropriate interventions.

Oversaw operational management of the College Assessment and Testing Center, serving 20,000+ students annually.

• Managed and coordinated college testing services, including on-campus and online exams such as ACT, COMPASS, SAT, Prometric, DAT, and NCLEX, ensuring smooth test administration
• Established collaborative relationships with technical teams, school districts, and educators across K-12, Secondary, and Higher Ed, enhancing communication and support for assessment initiatives
• Provided training and coaching in testing at district service area schools, elevating staff proficiency in test delivery processes

Acted as Veterans Certifying Official and Signer for the College, verifying compliance with all Veterans’ Affairs education requirements.

• Supported all veterans, including those receiving Voc-Rehab Services, by providing guidance and resources
• Scheduled and conducted counseling sessions with VA Voc. Rehab, facilitating access to educational benefits
• Conferred with veterans frequently and referred them to required services and resources outside the college, enhancing student support
• Reviewed academic records to monitor academic progress, ensuring students met program requirements