SOPHIA HIGAREDA
SHE / HER / HERS
Summary
Dedicated Academic Advisor, adept at creating supportive educational environments that prioritize student mental health and personalized academic planning. Proficient in office management, processing student forms and communication, effectively builds collaborative relationships with all educational partners to advance student achievement and inclusivity at the university.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Eighth College Academic Advisor
UC San Diego
San Diego, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Assists in the development and implementation of academic orientation programs for new students.
- Provides students with information and resources to promote academic progress and overall student success.
- Counsel students on external factors that impact educational progress.
- Develops educational programs and resources for students to use when selecting majors or exploring career options.
- Collaborates with campus partners to execute interviews and hiring processes, as needed, within academic departments.
- Trains and collaborates with the Assistant Academic Advisor and student peer academic advisors.
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
San Diego, US
06.2021 - Current
- Provides expertise on store products, services, and merchandise.
- Consistently exceeds sales goals, processes payments, and successfully builds customer loyalty.
- Provides exceptional customer service through personalized shopping experiences and creates a welcoming space for all clientele.
Eighth College Assistant Academic Advisor
University Of California San Diego
San Diego, US
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Offered comprehensive academic advising to UC San Diego students, guiding them through the Eighth College curriculum and policies.
- Pioneered academic strategies and services in concert with the Eighth College advising team, and the Dean of Academic Advising.
- Oversaw the Eighth College reception area and served as the point of contact for academic advising.
- Engaged in proactive communication with students, families, and partners to ensure academic achievement.
Muir College Senior Peer Academic Advisor
University Of California San Diego
San Diego, US
08.2021 - 06.2023
- I worked alongside Muir College's dean on academic advising responsibilities.
- Counseled students on university policies and academic matters.
- Supervised the academic advising office's front desk operations.
- Coordinated peer advisors and facilitated meetings focused on student enrollment needs.
- Promoted student outreach through social media campaigning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Human Developmental Sciences
University of California - San Diego
La Jolla, CA06.2023
Skills
- Program Development
- Educational Counseling
- Advising Strategies
- Mental Health Counseling
- Empathy
- Resource identification
Volunteering And Certifications
- Mental Health First Aid Certification, Mental Health First Aid, 01/01/24
- Dobkins Heal Psychology Lab, UC San Diego, 04/01/20, 11/01/20
- Campus Wellness Ambassador, UC San Diego, Present
Timeline
Eighth College Academic Advisor
UC San Diego
08.2024 - Current
Eighth College Assistant Academic Advisor
University Of California San Diego
07.2023 - 08.2024
Muir College Senior Peer Academic Advisor
University Of California San Diego
08.2021 - 06.2023
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Human Developmental Sciences
University of California - San Diego
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