Roxana Aguirre

Four-year, private institution with campus enrollment of 12,273 students

• Design and implement over 20 tailored services and programs annually for the Community Scholars Program, supporting the academic and personal success of 200 scholars from diverse backgrounds.
• Advise and monitor four Community Scholars cohorts, ensuring 95% of students meet scholarship requirements each semester, contributing to increased program retention and graduation rates.
• Collaborate with OSIE staff to organize and execute over ten campus-wide diversity and inclusiveness programs per academic year, enhancing cultural awareness for a campus community 10,000+.
• Co-lead experiential learning trips, including the Civil Rights Tour, which engages over 100 students annually in transformative, immersive learning experiences.
• Develop and execute risk management plans for OSIE events and student trips, ensuring compliance with university policies and maintaining an incident-free record for the past three years.
• Oversee a $500,000 annual operating budget for multiple program areas, achieving consistent on-target spending by tracking and reconciling expenditures monthly through SAP Concur and Jaggaer.
• Collect, analyze, and report on program data through assessment databases, surveys, and evaluations, contributing to annual reports that inform department improvements and strategic planning.

Four-year, private institution with a campus enrollment of 12,273 students

• Represented Texas Christian University at over 50 recruitment events, including college fairs and high school visits, reaching over 5,000 prospective students and families to present admissions requirements, financial aid options, and academic offerings.
• Spearheaded strategic regional travel, managing an individual recruitment budget of $6,000, successfully optimizing travel expenses through SAP Concur, and achieving a 100% on-budget record for the fall season.
• Developed and implemented targeted recruitment programs, such as Shades of Purple, LIP, and Visita TCU, which increased applications from underrepresented groups by over 15%.
• Reviewed and evaluated 1,200+ applications for admission using CRM (Slate) and contributed to admission decisions, upholding high standards for academic and diversity initiatives.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including Financial Aid and Student Identity and Engagement, to streamline student support and ensure a holistic admissions experience for prospective students.
• Played a key role on admissions committees, including the Community Scholars and Chancellors Scholars Programs, helping to select 20+ scholarship recipients based on academic and leadership criteria.
• Conducted presentations for large groups of prospective students and parents during Mondays @ TCU and Experience TCU, enhancing community engagement and driving a 10% increase in campus tour participation.

• Led a comprehensive review and update of the Student Code of Conduct, ensuring alignment with institutional values and compliance with current policies and legal standards.
• Facilitated the onboarding and training of the new Director of Community Education and Standards, supporting a seamless transition over a 4-month contract.
• Collaborated cross-departmentally with Residence Life, On-Call Staff, and Counseling to strengthen policies and enhance support structures within the Student Code of Conduct.
• Engaged in policy discussions and training sessions to ensure cohesive practices across departments, promoting a holistic approach to student conduct and community standards.

Four-year; a public institution with campus enrollment of 669 students

• Oversaw judicial affairs and compliance with city, state, and federal regulations, managing over 100 student conduct cases annually, including investigations, hearings, and Title IX adjudications, ensuring a fair and legally compliant campus environment.
• Developed and revised the Student Code of Conduct and other key policies (Anti-Hazing, Civil Discourse) approved by the Board of Trustees, maintaining 100% compliance and transparency for stakeholders.
• Strengthened relationships with students, faculty, and Sarasota community members, improving retention rates and student satisfaction through collaborative initiatives and consistent communication.
• Led crisis response alongside on-call staff, coordinating emergency protocols for over 600 students during critical incidents like hurricane evacuations, delivering timely support and resources to students and families.
• Supervised, onboarded, and evaluated a team of two Housing Area Coordinators, creating and refining role descriptions, resulting in a 25% increase in team efficiency and alignment with institutional goals.
• Enhanced student conduct processes by updating the Maxient system, optimizing incident reporting and response protocols, and reducing processing times by 30%.
• Chaired three successful hiring committees for full-time student affairs roles, resulting in a 100% fill rate with high retention of selected candidates.

Four-year; a public institution with campus enrollment of 8.817 students

• Led diversity and inclusion initiatives for historically underserved and underrepresented populations, designing, implementing, and assessing over 30 campus programs, including History and Heritage Months and cultural graduation celebrations, impacting 2,500+ students annually.
• Managed the Transgender Locker program, overseeing donation drives, inventory, outreach events, and a binder donation project, ensuring 300+ individuals received necessary support materials.
• Created and distributed DEI communications using Canva, Constant Contact, social media, and Zoom, reaching 5,000+ campus and national community members to promote development opportunities.
• Designed and delivered diversity, inclusion, and social justice training for 1,000+ students, faculty, and staff, covering anti-racism, intersectionality, and unconscious bias, enhancing campus awareness and cultural competency.
• Coordinated and supported 60+ student organizations, advising the Center for Student Diversity President's Council and facilitating campus-wide events such as PRIDE Week and cultural banquets, engaging 1,200+ participants.
• Managed a $25,000 programmatic budget, processing funding requests, managing vendor relationships, and tracking expenses to ensure efficient resource allocation and event execution.
• Provided crisis and emergency support as part of the Dean of Students On-Call rotation, collaborating with Housing, Residence Life, and external partners to resolve student crises, maintaining a supportive campus environment during COVID-19.

Four-year, private institution with campus enrollment of 10,918 students

• Designed and executed campus-wide programs promoting diversity and cultural awareness, including History and Heritage Month, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and UnityCommencement, impacting over 5,000 students and faculty annually.
• Managed a departmental budget of $6,000, prepared proposals, and submitted monthly financial reports to department supervisors to ensure fiscal accountability.
• Collaborated with 10+ university departments and student organizations to create inclusive environments, leading to a 15% increase in participation in multicultural programming.
• Coordinated and advised 25 student organizations, including the Black Student Association and Student Veterans Alliance, fostering leadership and community engagement.
• Led diversity and inclusion workshops (e.g., Safe Zone, Unconscious Bias) for over 500 students, faculty, and staff, improving campus-wide cultural competencies.
• Supervised and mentored three paraprofessionals, providing leadership development and performance evaluations to ensure high-quality program delivery.
• Managed departmental calendars, events, and social media, using Microsoft Outlook, Google Calendar, and WordPress to keep stakeholders informed of upcoming programs and opportunities.

Nonprofit, pre-professional organization with a membership base of 300,000+ students

• Spearheaded the planning and execution of the 2014 and 2016 National Biennial Conventions, successfully recruiting and registering exhibitors, keynote speakers, sponsors, and 1,000+ participants.
• Collaborated with the Office Coordinator and Director of Communications to produce The Scalpel and other society publications, utilizing Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop for layout and editorial duties.
• Re-designed and managed the society’s website and social media presence using Adobe Dreamweaver, improving member engagement and communication across chapters.
• Processed and inputted demographic and financial data for 200,000+ members, managing chapter dues, membership forms, and deposits while maintaining accuracy in Excel and Access databases.
• Assisted in creating, chartering, and installing 12 new society chapters, contributing to a membership growth of over 200,000.
• Managed office inventory of materials and supplies, ensuring efficient operations and meeting the organization’s logistical needs.

Four-year, private institution with campus enrollment of 10,918 students

• Collaborated with the Residence Hall Director and staff to collect preferences and create event proposals, leading to tailored programs for diverse student needs.
• Participated in Peer Discipline Board meetings, gaining expertise in the student conduct process, Maxient software, and advising student organizations.
• Oversaw academic progress for Residence Hall students with three unsatisfactory grades, offering guidance and support to improve performance.
• Informed students about campus resources to enhance academic success, resulting in increased utilization of available support services.
• Planned, implemented, and evaluated small- and large-scale programs focused on alcohol awareness, community building, and academic preparation.
• Led staff meetings to enhance facilitation and presentation skills, contributing to team development and program effectiveness.
• Co-planned TPE (The Professional Experience) at TCU for undergraduate students interested in pursuing post-graduate careers in Student Affairs, engaging over 150 participants.

Four-year, private institution with campus enrollment of 10,918 students

• Managed the collection, organization, and distribution of 60+ psychology graduate student applications, ensuring timely processing and communication.
• Planned, implemented, and evaluated large-scale departmental events for 50-700 attendees, including meet-and-greets, faculty meetings, and a high-profile visiting scholar event.
• Facilitated departmental staff meetings, serving as recording secretary, documenting discussions, and tracking action items to ensure follow-up.
• Translated informed consent research forms into Spanish, expanding the research participation pool by increasing accessibility for Spanish-speaking participants.
• Organized and facilitated group advising sessions for 350-400 psychology, neuroscience, and child development majors/minors, helping students navigate academic requirements.
• Advised 40-50 students per semester on course selection for timely graduation, utilizing PeopleSoft to pull transcripts, calculate GPA, and schedule meetings with faculty using Microsoft Outlook.
• Created a one-page advising resource sheet that streamlined class selection by providing course offerings, schedules, and requirement fulfillment details.