Nicholas Friend Roll
New York
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in Higher Education, specializing in strategic planning and program development. Achievements include significant improvements in student engagement and retention through innovative initiatives. Expertise in budget management and crisis resolution, promoting collaboration among diverse stakeholders to foster an inclusive campus environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Director of SLE
Trinity College
Hartford
07.2025 - Current
- Provided strategic leadership for Student Leadership & Engagement office to enhance student development and campus involvement.
- Supervised professional staff, graduate assistants, and student leaders, promoting collaboration and accountability.
- Directed large-scale programs such as orientation and leadership training to boost student retention.
- Partnered with faculty and external stakeholders to expand co-curricular learning opportunities.
- Led assessments and implemented data-driven improvements to align programs with College’s mission.
Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Engagement
Trinity College
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Directed strategic programming initiatives to enhance student engagement through leadership development and community-building events.
- Managed daily operations of Student Leadership & Engagement office, supervising staff and advising student organizations.
- Spearheaded retention initiatives, collaborating with faculty and administrators to enhance campus life satisfaction.
Interim Director of Student Leadership and Engagement
Trinity College
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Directed campus-wide engagement strategy, enhancing student involvement through leadership development and programming.
- Managed departmental budget to ensure effective operations aligned with institutional priorities.
- Mentored staff and student leaders, bolstering office capacity and continuity.
- Represented division in senior leadership meetings, contributing to strategic planning initiatives.
- Championed inclusion efforts to create an equitable campus environment.
- Served as chief administrator during organizational transition, providing vision and leadership.
- Oversaw student organizations and orientation activities to foster community engagement.
Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Engagement
Trinity College
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Served as the chief administrator of the Student Leadership & Engagement office, providing vision and leadership during a period of organizational transition.
- Directed campus-wide engagement strategy, overseeing student organizations, leadership development, orientation, and large-scale programming for the undergraduate community.
- Managed departmental budget and resource allocation, ensuring effective operations and alignment with institutional priorities.
- Supervised and mentored professional staff, graduate assistants, and student leaders, strengthening office capacity and continuity.
- Represented the division in senior leadership meetings and cross-campus committees, contributing to strategic planning and student success initiatives.
- Championed diversity, inclusion, and community-building efforts to foster an engaging and equitable campus environment.
Graduate Assistant
Trinity College
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Facilitated student leadership development initiatives, mentoring in communication and conflict resolution.
- Coordinated major campus events, including orientation and community service programs.
- Supported leadership programs through training workshops and program evaluation.
- Enhanced organizational strategy for student organizations through targeted training workshops.
Marketing and Branding Summer Intern
Touchpoint Growth
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Conducted market research and competitor analysis to support client brand strategy and positioning.
- Developed digital content and marketing collateral to enhance client visibility across channels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess brand effectiveness and recommend strategic improvements.
Communications Director
Vesta Rowing Club
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Developed digital communications strategy for senior men’s team, enhancing social media engagement and visibility.
- Implemented structured content calendar to increase audience reach and ensure messaging consistency.
- Collaborated with coaches and athletes to disseminate updates, promote events, and showcase achievements.
Assistant Coach
Pelham Community Rowing Association
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Designed and implemented training sessions to enhance athlete technique, endurance, and teamwork.
- Mentored novice and varsity rowers, promoting skill development and sportsmanship.
- Coordinated regattas and team logistics to ensure seamless operations during competitions.
Education
Master's in the Arts of English -
Trinity College
Hartford, CT05.2023
Bachelor of Arts -
Trinity College
Hartford, CT05.2021
Skills
- Strategic Planning and Program Development
- Budget Management and Data Analysis
- Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement
- Event Coordination
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
- Crisis and Project Management
- Coaching and Mentoring Skills
- Public Speaking
- Relationship Building
- Negotiation Strategies
Certification
- Introduction to Project Management, IBM, 2025
- Artificial Intelligence in Marketing, Darden School of Business, 2022
- Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content, Wharton, 2022
- Mediation Training, Social Justice Mediation Institute, 2020
- The Science of Well-Being, Yale University, 2020
Volunteer Experience
- Do-It Day, Hartford, Connecticut, 2016 - Present
- Coastal Clean-up, Davis Park, Fire Island, 2011 - Present
- Meals on Wheels, Pelham Chapter, 2007 - 2017
- Westchester Community County Harvest, 2010 - 2013
Competitive Sports
- Trinity College-Hartford, Varsity Men's Rowing Team, 2016 - 2023
- Vesta Rowing Club (VRC), Senior Men's Race Team, 2017 - 2018
- Pelham Community Rowing Association (PCRA), Varsity Men's Team, 2013 - 2016
Hobbies and Interests
- Rowing
- Creative Writing
- Photography
- Design
- Music
Timeline
Associate Director of SLE
Trinity College
07.2025 - Current
Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Engagement
Trinity College
01.2024 - 07.2025
Interim Director of Student Leadership and Engagement
Trinity College
01.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Engagement
Trinity College
01.2022 - 01.2023
Graduate Assistant
Trinity College
01.2021 - 01.2022
Marketing and Branding Summer Intern
Touchpoint Growth
01.2020 - 12.2020
Communications Director
Vesta Rowing Club
01.2017 - 12.2018
Assistant Coach
Pelham Community Rowing Association
01.2017 - 12.2017
Master's in the Arts of English -
Trinity College
Bachelor of Arts -
Trinity College