Dedicated higher education professional with a passion for leveraging global perspectives and intercultural competencies. Seeks to utilize these skills to develop innovative and inclusive student affairs strategies that support diverse student populations and advance internationalization efforts in higher education institutions. Committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that promotes student success and engagement. Experienced in collaborating with diverse stakeholders and implementing programs that enhance the overall student experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Assistant
Boston College, Lynch School, Center for International Higher Education
08.2024 - Current
Company Overview: The Center for International Higher Education at Boston College enhances global higher education through research, publications, and programs, using strategic communications to enhance online presence and engagement
Developing and Implementing Social Media Strategy to enhance online presence and engagement
Overseeing multiple social media accounts, ensuring consistent branding and messaging across platforms
Producing diverse content formats, including photography, video editing, and graphic design for promotional materials
Working with team members to brainstorm and develop innovative content ideas that resonate with target audiences
Evaluating social media metrics to assess the effectiveness of campaigns and adjusting strategies accordingly
Serve on the organizing committee of the annual WES-CIHE Summer Institute, a conference for early career researchers
The Center for International Higher Education at Boston College enhances global higher education through research, publications, and programs, using strategic communications to enhance online presence and engagement
Graduate Intern
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Office of Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs
06.2023 - 08.2024
Company Overview: A summer residential STEM program that prepares global students (9-12th graders) for college through collaborative projects and innovative learning across diverse subjects
Led a team of 3 Graduate Assistants in the planning, organizing, and implementing of the pre-college summer program, ensuring smooth operations and a positive experience for all participants and student staff
Collaborated with various campus partners including Residential Services, Dining & Catering, Events, Facilities, Health Services, Student Activities, Admissions, Campus Police, and Athletics to ensure smooth operations
Assisted with administrative duties such as preparing program schedules, managing arrivals and departures from the program, and compiling program evaluations
Interact with students, provide guidance, answer questions, and facilitate activities to foster a supportive and inclusive community
Executed on-call responsibilities, delivering swift responses to after-hours incidents and emergencies, and ensuring timely support and resolution for students in need
A summer residential STEM program that prepares global students (9-12th graders) for college through collaborative projects and innovative learning across diverse subjects
Graduate Assistant
Boston College, Office of The Dean of Students, Off-Campus Student Living
08.2023 - 05.2024
Company Overview: This Office supports students, scholars, and alumni in finding, securing, and maintaining off-campus housing through comprehensive guidance and resources
Provided support services to over 7,200 students and Scholars who live off campus
Assisted in managing the university's off-campus housing database serving undergraduates, graduates, exchange students, visiting scholars, and alumni
Supported programs focused on building community among off-campus students and their neighbors, while also promoting civic engagement: Leading the BC Breakfast Club neighborhood cleanup program
Organizing and hosting individual and group Off-Campus housing informational sessions
Developing monthly social and educational programs for off-campus students
Maintaining the Off-Campus Student Living social media accounts
Meeting with off-campus students to discuss safety and remediate concerns with landlords, neighbors, or roommates, with attention paid to tenant rights
Observed and supported the facilitation of student conduct hearings, ensuring adherence to institutional policies and procedures
This Office supports students, scholars, and alumni in finding, securing, and maintaining off-campus housing through comprehensive guidance and resources
Graduate Assistant
Boston College, Lynch School, Center for International Higher Education
01.2023 - 07.2023
Company Overview: This center at Boston College advances global higher education through research, publications, educational programs, and advisory services that promote enlightened policies and practices worldwide
Support the Center's academic programs by acting as a liaison between the Center and its students, supporting recruitment, and helping to organize program activities
Coordinate the center's social media strategy and manage its accounts
Serve on the organizing committee of the annual WES-CIHE Summer Institute, a conference for early career researchers
This center at Boston College advances global higher education through research, publications, educational programs, and advisory services that promote enlightened policies and practices worldwide
Research Assistant
University of Cape Coast, Institute of Education
09.2020 - 08.2021
Company Overview: The Institute of Education is a center at the university that conducts educational research and publishes the Journal of Educational Development and Practice (JED-P), supporting students, scholars, and alumni with vital resources
Assisted in reviewing literature, collecting data, entering data, analyzing data, and organizing virtual and face-to-face workshops for professional teachers
The Institute of Education is a center at the university that conducts educational research and publishes the Journal of Educational Development and Practice (JED-P), supporting students, scholars, and alumni with vital resources
Education
MA - International Higher Education
Boston College
12.2024
Bachelor of Education - Social Studies
University of Cape Coast
Ghana
01.2020
Skills
Student Support and Engagement
Program Coordination and Management
Intercultural Competency
Leadership and Team Management
Administrative and Operational Skills
Strategic Communication
Research and Analytical Skills
Conflict Resolution and Mediation
Leadership Experience
University of Cape Coast, Atlantic Residence Hall, President, 09/01/19, 05/31/20, Responsible for the security and general welfare of over 600 students accommodated in the hall., Organized a week-long orientation program for freshman students affiliated and accommodated in the hall., Prepared and oversaw the hall budget for the academic year., Planned, executed, and supervised projects, programs, and activities (seminars, workshops, sports, and entertainment) during the academic year.
Certification
Certificate of Special Competency
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
Boston College, Lynch School, Center for International Higher Education
08.2024 - Current
Graduate Assistant
Boston College, Office of The Dean of Students, Off-Campus Student Living
08.2023 - 05.2024
Graduate Intern
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Office of Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs
06.2023 - 08.2024
Graduate Assistant
Boston College, Lynch School, Center for International Higher Education
01.2023 - 07.2023
Research Assistant
University of Cape Coast, Institute of Education
09.2020 - 08.2021
Certificate of Special Competency
MA - International Higher Education
Boston College
Bachelor of Education - Social Studies
University of Cape Coast
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