Sophia Higareda
San Diego,CA
Summary
UC San Diego graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology. The Eighth College Assistant Academic Advisor, who is committed to facilitating an academic advising space that is centered around care, and helping students achieve academic success. Also a Sephora Beauty Advisor, who consistently meets company goals and centers clients in order to provide exceptional customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Eighth College Assistant Academic Advisor
University Of California San Diego
2023.07 - Current
- Provides holistic academic advising to UC San Diego students by answering questions about Eighth College curriculum, policies, and academic pathways.
- Works directly with the Eighth College team and Dean of Academic Advising to build academic methods, advising services, and educational programs.
- Manages the Eighth College reception area and serves as the point of contact for academic advising by answering phone calls, emails, and providing information to individuals in the lobby.
- Communicates information to Eighth College students, families, and UC San Diego campus partners to ensure that students are set up for academic success.
Muir College Senior Peer Advisor
University Of California San Diego
2021.08 - 2023.06
- Worked directly with Muir College's Dean and Assistant Dean of academics on daily advising duties including but not limited to:
- Advise Muir College students on college and university requirements, policies, procedures, and academic questions.
- Supervised and managed the Muir academic advising office front desk which includes answering phone calls, emails, and taking in-person advising walk-ins.
- Trained peer advisors, coordinated meetings, and provided work directions between the Muir peer advisors on enrollment projects.
- Student outreach and social media advertising using social media platforms and various online programs.
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
2021.06 - Current
- Answers customer questions about products, services, and merchandise.
- Consistently meets sales goals, processes payments in register, and successfully builds customer loyalty.
- Provides exceptional customer service through personalized shopping experiences, and creates a welcoming space for everyone.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California - San Diego
La Jolla, CA06.2023
High School Diploma -
Sylmar Charter High School
Sylmar, CA06.2019
Skills
- Effective Written and Verbal Communication
- Virtual Advising Center advising experience
- In-person and remote academic advising experience
- Front desk managing experience
- Mental Health First Aid certified
- Efficient in Programs such as: Canva, Articulate, Google Suite, Teams, Microsoft Suite, Virtual Advising Center
Timeline
Eighth College Assistant Academic Advisor
University Of California San Diego
2023.07 - Current
Muir College Senior Peer Advisor
University Of California San Diego
2021.08 - 2023.06
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
2021.06 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California - San Diego
High School Diploma -
Sylmar Charter High School
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