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Nissia Uwase

Nissia Uwase

Houston,TX

Summary

I am a skilled student support team member enthusiastic about promoting services to freshmen, transfer students and international students alike visiting college for first time. Well-versed in organizing resources, coordinating registration processes and resolving problems independently. Team-oriented, insightful and industrious with well-coordinated and results-driven mindset. Furthermore, I aim to connect with parents and students while providing them an experience that makes them feel like the University of Houston is home.

Overview

Work History

Orientation Leader

University of Houston
Houston , TX
2024.05 - 2024.08
  • Provided orientation to new students and their families, explaining the university policies and procedures.
  • Attended professional development seminars focused on best practices in higher education orientation processes.
  • Served on a student led panel answering questions, comments, or concerns regarding college life to parents and students.
  • Assisted in the development of orientation materials for new students.
  • Collaborated with other staff members in organizing large-scale orientations for first-year students.

Peer Mentor

AmplifyHer
Houston , TX
2024.02 - 2024.04
  • Assisted in the development of individualized learning plans for each student.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
  • Assisted with the development of individualized plans for in order to ensure student success.
  • Provided academic support, feedback and guidance to students in need of assistance.
  • Worked with students and parents in order to curate a learning plan that would be conducive to student succes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Houston
Houston, TX
2026-05

High School Diploma -

North Crowley High School
Fort Worth, TX
2022-05

Skills

  • Student Support
  • Student Assistance
  • College life integration support
  • Public speaking
  • Team integration

Languages

Kinyarwanda
Native/ Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Swahili
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Orientation Leader

University of Houston
2024.05 - 2024.08

Peer Mentor

AmplifyHer
2024.02 - 2024.04

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Houston

High School Diploma -

North Crowley High School
Nissia Uwase