Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Publications
Awards
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Sylvia S. Wagonheim

Baltimore,Maryland

Summary

English instructor with extensive experience offering students a solid foundation in English literature and language based on a clear understanding of grammatical rules and communication techniques.

Experienced with legal research, case management, and client representation, delivering thorough and effective legal support. Utilizes strategic thinking to address and resolve complex legal issues efficiently. Track record of maintaining high ethical standards and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients in court, developing legal strategies and drafting and negotiating contracts. Well-versed in principles of family law, civil litigation and criminal law. Works independently and collaboratively as part of team.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

2013
2013
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Attorney

Ira J. Wagonheim, P.A.

Associate Attorney

Gordon, Feinblatt, LLC

Adjunct English Instructor

Anne Arundel Community College
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Taught basic principles of rhetoric, syntax, expository writing, and research
  • Assessed individual progress through regular quizzes, tests, essays, and oral presentations
  • Mentored struggling students during after school hours or outside of class time to provide additional support in mastering course content
  • Engaged students with classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Organized, prepared, and revised course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software.


Director, Division of Arts and Humanities

Stevenson University
01.2002 - 01.2004
  • Directed nine academic units including English, History, Philosophy, Religious Studies, and Theater
  • Worked with Department Chairs developing schedules and budgets for consideration
  • Recruited, interviewed, hired adjunct faculty as needed

Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
01.1997 - 01.2002
  • Conducted monthly faculty assemblies
  • Drafted and reviewed new program proposals, Articulation Agreements & Memoranda of Understanding with other institutions
  • Reviewed budget proposals submitted for consideration by Deans
  • Collaborated in the preparation of reports to be submitted to Central UMCP administration

Staff Attorney

Office of the Attorney General of Maryland
01.1987 - 01.1989

Assistant Provost, Division of Arts and Humanities

University of Maryland
01.1980 - 01.1983
  • Advised several hundred Division students each semester regarding course schedules, university standing & graduation requirements
  • Supervised the Division’s Orientation Program for new students and parents
  • Participated in and recorded meetings of Division Deans and Chairs

Assistant Provost, Division of Arts and Humanities

University of Maryland
01.1980 - 01.1983
  • Advised several hundred Division students each semester regarding course schedules, university standing & graduation requirements
  • Supervised the Division’s Orientation Program for new students and parents
  • Participated in and recorded meetings of Division Deans and Chairs

Assistant Provost, Division of Arts and Humanities

University of Maryland
01.1980 - 01.1983
  • Advised several hundred Division students each semester regarding course schedules, university standing & graduation requirements
  • Supervised the Division’s Orientation Program for new students and parents
  • Participated in and recorded meetings of Division Deans and Chairs

Education

J.D. -

University of Maryland School of Law, Baltimore, MD
01.1986
GPA: Received The William Cunningham Award For Exceptional Service and Achievement

Ph.D. - English Language and literature

University of Maryland College Park, College Park, Maryland
01.1980

M.A. - English Language and Literature

University of Maryland College Park, College Park, Maryland
01.1973
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

A.B. - English Language and Literature

Goucher College, Towson, Maryland
01.1971
  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • GPA: Summa Cum Laude, Class rank #1

Skills

  • Interpersonal communication
  • Classroom management
  • Time management
  • Data analysis
  • Attention to details
  • Proofreading
  • Editing
  • Curriculum Development
  • Writing across disciplines
  • Legal Research
  • Legal writing
  • Family law
  • Legal Compliance
  • Case interpretation
  • Evaluating contracts
  • Reviewing documents
  • Efficient researcher
  • Client Counseling
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking
  • Excellent Communication

Publications

  • Annals of English Drama, 975-1700, 3rd edition, Routledge, Chapman, and Hall, Ltd., London, UK, 1980
  • Print and Culture in the Renaissance: A Collection of Essays, Dr. Gerald P. Tyson, University of Delaware Press, Newark, DE, 1982
  • Representing Students in Public School Disciplinary Actions: A Manual for Lawyers, Maryland Institute for the Continuing Professional Education of Lawyers, Baltimore, MD, 1991

Awards

  • Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society - Goucher College
  • Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society - University of Maryland
  • Moot Court Board - University of Maryland School of Law

Publications

Projects


Publications

Timeline

Adjunct English Instructor - Anne Arundel Community College
01.2008 - 01.2013
Director, Division of Arts and Humanities - Stevenson University
01.2002 - 01.2004
Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs - University of Maryland Eastern Shore
01.1997 - 01.2002
Staff Attorney - Office of the Attorney General of Maryland
01.1987 - 01.1989
Assistant Provost, Division of Arts and Humanities - University of Maryland
01.1980 - 01.1983
Assistant Provost, Division of Arts and Humanities - University of Maryland
01.1980 - 01.1983
Assistant Provost, Division of Arts and Humanities - University of Maryland
01.1980 - 01.1983
University of Maryland College Park - Ph.D., English Language and literature
University of Maryland College Park - M.A., English Language and Literature
Goucher College - A.B., English Language and Literature
Associate Attorney - Ira J. Wagonheim, P.A.
Associate Attorney - Gordon, Feinblatt, LLC
University of Maryland School of Law - J.D.,

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