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Susan Huggins

Atco,NJ

Summary

A dedicated student services professional with strong background in providing impactful support to students and the TUSPM community. Known for fostering positive and collaborative atmosphere, ensuring seamless operations within student services. Reliable team player with ability to adapt to dynamic environments and prioritize tasks effectively. Skilled in recruitment, advising, and program development.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Services Specialist

Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
09.2006 - Current

Recruitment

  • Recruit students locally and nationally at graduate and professional school fairs, student organization meetings and classroom presentations (in-person and virtually)
  • Establish relationship with key stakeholders who drive prospective student interest in podiatric medicine
  • Foster relationships with TUSPM alumni who assist in the exposure and growth of the profession
  • Assist in the planning and day-of preparation of major TUSPM events
  • Provide guidance and support to prospective students through advising, interview day activities and pre-matriculation
  • Inform prospective students, advisors and parents through various presentation platforms
  • Coordinate weeklong Summer Internship Program which exposes participants to the field of podiatric medicine

Marketing

  • Create and update marketing materials
  • Utilize and maintenance of social media platforms to inform, enhance and engage the TUSPM experience
  • Advise TUSPM students in the editing of the yearbook and maintenance of the student Instagram page

Professional

  • Collaborate with TUSPM faculty on evaluating and restructuring the strategic plan for faculty development and represent the Department of Student Affairs on various school committees
  • Represent TUSPM at regional and national conferences

Residence Hall Director

Stony Brook University
10.2002 - 06.2006
  • Supervised residential living area of 225 residents, office assistants and 6 Resident Assistants
  • Facilitated social and educational programming for small and large events
  • Participated in University Opening of Semester Events and Open Houses
  • Collaborated with university peers on the following committees: Student Success, Major Programs, Professional Staff Selection and the Recruitment, Training and Development Committees

Residence Coordinator

University of Dayton
08.2000 - 05.2002
  • Managed a community of 3000 university students in a non-traditional living environment consisting of approximately 450 university owned houses
  • Advised and supported 5-8 student Neighborhood Fellows, which built community, administered programs and supported students in a non-traditional upper-class living environment

Residence Coordinator

University of Dayton
08.1999 - 05.2000
  • Supervised 4 Resident Assistants in a traditional first year facility that housed 200 students
  • Fostered community development, administered educational and developmental programming and medicated conflict situations

Education

Bachelor of Arts - American Studies

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH

Master of Arts - Communications: Interpersonal and Organizational Communication

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH

Master of Public Administration - International Affairs and Public Policy

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH
01-2002

Skills

  • Networking and Relationship Management
  • Expertise in Efficient Organization
  • Detail-Oriented Mindset
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Excellent communication
  • Marketing Strategy Development
  • Event Planning Expertise
  • Engaging Presentation Skills
  • Effective Written Communication
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Student advocacy

Certification

Microsoft 365 Champions

Temple Safe Zone Certified

Timeline

Student Services Specialist

Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
09.2006 - Current

Residence Hall Director

Stony Brook University
10.2002 - 06.2006

Residence Coordinator

University of Dayton
08.2000 - 05.2002

Residence Coordinator

University of Dayton
08.1999 - 05.2000

Microsoft 365 Champions

Temple Safe Zone Certified

Bachelor of Arts - American Studies

University of Dayton

Master of Arts - Communications: Interpersonal and Organizational Communication

University of Dayton

Master of Public Administration - International Affairs and Public Policy

University of Dayton
Susan Huggins