Nora Dock
Chester,VT
Summary
Professional admissions leader skilled in driving enrollment growth and enhancing student recruitment strategies. Known for fostering collaborative environments, delivering impactful results, and adapting to evolving institutional needs. Expertise in data analysis, strategic planning, and relationship-building, paired with results-driven approach and commitment to excellence. Proficient in managing teams, streamlining processes, and ensuring seamless admissions experience. Extensive international travel history with advanced French language skills and intermediate Spanish skills. Skilled cross-cultural communicator with a record of serving multiple diverse constituencies. Proud advocate for the value of a historically women's college educational experience.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Admissions and Enrollment
Vermont Academy
07.2021 - Current
- Conducted regular evaluation of admission policies and procedures, making necessary adjustments to maintain alignment with institutional objectives.
- Served as primary contact for coordination of application screening and tracking, visit and interview arrangement and marketing communications.
- Increased enrollment rates by 30% by developing and implementing strategic recruitment initiatives.
- Served as a liaison between prospective students, families, faculty, and administration throughout the admissions process, facilitating seamless communication among all parties involved.
- Mentored and provided professional development opportunities for admission staff, leading to enhanced performance and personal growth within the team.
- Organized successful campus events such as open houses and information sessions to showcase what the institution has to offer its students academically and socially.
- Managed a diverse team of admissions professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on achieving departmental goals.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create compelling promotional materials that showcased the unique qualities of the institution.
- Improved student retention through proactive communication and targeted support programs.
- Oversaw budget management for the admissions department, utilizing resources effectively while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
- Enhanced partnerships with feeder schools through regular outreach activities designed to strengthen connections between institutions while promoting mutual benefits for both parties involved.
- Planned and managed an extensive domestic and international travel recruitment schedule.
International Programs Coordinator
Headwaters School
01.2013 - 05.2021
- Increased international student admissions, yield and retention
- Initiated and managed relationships with international student placing agencies, consultants and recruiters
- Developed and implemented international student admissions process
- Created and updated outward facing content for international admissions landing pages on website
- Trained faculty on working with international students, differences in academic culture and cross cultural adjustment
- Designed and delivered dynamic International Student Orientation program
- Served as PDSO
- Provided advising and programmatic support to international students, international families, local host families and domestic students seeking international experiences
- Developed outbound faculty-led international exchanges through outreach to peer schools and organizations in Latin America and Asia
- Active member of local and regional international education professional organizations
Admissions Reader
University of Texas at Austin
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Conducted thorough evaluations of applicants' credentials, ensuring a fair and accurate selection process.
- Improved response times for application decisions by effectively managing resources and prioritizing tasks during peak periods.
- Provided support during peak admissions periods by participating in application review committees alongside other leaders.
International Advisor
St. Edward's University
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Advised 200+ university students annually on study abroad program selection, university procedures and program application processes
- Advised incoming international students on immigration and visa related matters, as well as provided counsel in areas regarding educational, financial and personal concerns
- Assisted international students in preparation of immigration documents, processing in SEVIS, coordination with USCIS and approving work authorization
- Served as Designated School Official (DSO) registered with USCIS
- Developed office marketing materials, including maintaining and improving web presence
- Coordinated campus study abroad outreach program through the scheduling and delivery of class visits, specialized presentations and workshops, and response to faculty requests
- Represented the Office of International education at national and regional conferences as needed
University Relations Manager
SIT Study Abroad
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Served as primary contact person for students, faculty and international education staff at over 70 colleges and universities in the western half of the United States
- Maintained existing relationships with sending schools and identified new sending school partners
- Worked closely with several different offices on constituent campuses including admissions offices, study abroad offices, student affairs offices, registrar's offices, and financial aid offices
- Managed individual travel budget and travel planning for the academic year
- Communicated detailed program information to students, parents, faculty and study abroad offices
- Designed and delivered classroom presentations and predeparture orientation sessions at sending schools
- Reviewed and evaluated student applications for admission to study abroad programs
- Served on Marketing Committee, Diversity Committee and Summer Program Review Committee at SIT Study Abroad
Education
Certificate in College Counseling -
Teacher's College-Columbia University
New York01.2020
MS - International Education coursework
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA01.2012
BA - French Studies major, Economics minor
Mills College
Oakland, CA01.1999
College Semester Abroad - Cultural Anthropology
SIT Study Abroad
Antananarivo, Madagascar12.1998
Skills
- Enrollment forecasting
- Student recruitment
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Budget administration
- Integrity and trustworthiness
- Diversity advocacy
- Admissions management
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Enrollment management
- Event planning
Languages
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Director of Admissions and Enrollment
Vermont Academy
07.2021 - Current
Admissions Reader
University of Texas at Austin
09.2020 - 04.2021
International Programs Coordinator
Headwaters School
01.2013 - 05.2021
International Advisor
St. Edward's University
01.2007 - 01.2012
University Relations Manager
SIT Study Abroad
01.2001 - 01.2007
Certificate in College Counseling -
Teacher's College-Columbia University
MS - International Education coursework
Drexel University
BA - French Studies major, Economics minor
Mills College
College Semester Abroad - Cultural Anthropology
SIT Study Abroad
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