Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Award
Committee Involvement
Affiliations
Timeline
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Unique Isom

The Bronx

Summary

Student affairs professional with hands-on experience in student engagement, transition programs, leadership development, and residential life.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Academic Peer Mentor

Student Success Center
Alfred, NY
01.2025 - 12.2025
  • Mentored residential students in academic, social, and personal development to improve retention and student success.
  • Conducted workshops, one-on-one meetings, and weekly office hours focused on study strategies, time management, and first-year transitions.
  • Collaborated with Residence Life and Student Success staff to monitor progress and address academic or personal challenges.

Student Senate President

Alfred State College
Alfred, NY
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Led the Student Senate as Chief Executive Officer, presiding over Executive Board and General Assembly meetings.
  • Managed Student Activities Fee allocations to fund campus clubs, organizations, and engagement programming.
  • Served as liaison to administration, SUNY governance groups, and local community partners.

Coordinator of Student Engagement / Intern

The Office of Student Engagement
Alfred, NY
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Planned and executed large-scale campus programs including New Student Orientation, Week of Welcome, Homecoming & Family Weekend, Open House, and First-Year Carnival.
  • Supported first-year student and family transition initiatives, coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and connecting participants with campus resources.
  • Supervised student staff during evening and weekend programming, providing mentorship, training, and operational oversight.
  • Developed assessment strategies and promotional materials, including social media campaigns and PioneerLink updates, to track program effectiveness and guide future initiatives.

Student Senate Executive Vice President

Alfred State College
Alfred, NY
03.2024 - 01.2025
  • Oversaw daily operations of the Student Senate, acting as Chief Operating Officer and assuming presidential responsibilities when needed.
  • Chaired Constitution & Rules Committee, managing policy review, amendments, and governance compliance.
  • Represented student interests to College Council and Faculty Senate.

Assistant Resident Director

Office of Residence Life
Alfred, NY
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Provided professional-level leadership and operational support, including office coverage, collateral assignments, and oversight of building operations.
  • Served as primary on-call responder, managing student conduct issues, emergencies, and crisis situations in accordance with university policies.
  • Supervised and mentored Resident Assistants, providing coaching, training, and performance feedback.
  • Collaborated with Student Engagement and campus partners to enhance residential programming and student transition initiatives.

Vice President of Student Engagement

Alfred State College
Alfred, NY
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Planned, coordinated, and promoted campus-wide student engagement initiatives.
  • Managed Student Activities Fee allocations to ensure equitable and impactful programming.
  • Directed communication and promotional efforts across social media and campus platforms.
  • Oversaw annual recognition programs celebrating student achievement and contributions.

Head Resident Assistant

Office of Residential Life
Alfred, NY
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Oversaw residential engagement and student support, planning and implementing community programs to enhance first-year transitions and retention.
  • Assisted with conduct hearings, crisis response, and duty coverage to ensure student safety and policy compliance.
  • Mentored Resident Assistants and supported staff training and development.

Campus Activities Board Programmer

The Office Of Student Engagement
Alfred, NY
01.2023 - 12.2025

Event Programmer / Campus Activities Board
Office of Student Engagement, Alfred State College, SUNY | Jan 2023 – Dec 2025

  • Planned and executed student programs including first-year events, concerts, and student activities.
  • Assisted with budget management, vendor contracts, and event logistics to ensure compliance with institutional policies.
  • Tracked program attendance and engagement data to evaluate effectiveness.
  • Supported promotion, on-site execution, and post-event evaluation

Resident Assistant

Office Of Residential Life
Alfred, NY
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Enforced college policies and supported residential safety as a Campus Security Authority under the Clery Act.
  • Engaged students through intentional conversations and programming to foster inclusive and supportive communities.
  • Conducted duty shifts, building rounds, and incident documentation to ensure timely response to student concerns.
  • Served as liaison between residents and professional staff to communicate needs, feedback, and engagement opportunities.

Student Caller/Student Ambassador

The Office of Admissons
Alfred, NY
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Engaged prospective students and families through phone calls, campus tours, and recruitment events.
  • Coordinated logistics for Open Houses, Mini-Visits, and overnight programs.
  • Maintained accurate visitor records in Slate, ensuring confidentiality and FERPA compliance.
  • Assisted Admissions staff with administrative duties and visitor follow-ups.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Alfred State College
Alfred, NY
12-2025

Skills

  • Student Engagement & Retention
  • Orientation & Transition Program Coordination
  • Leadership Development & Advising
  • Student Staff Supervision & Mentorship
  • Event & Program Planning
  • Budget Management & Administrative Operations

Award

  • CAB Employee of the Month | 2023 – 2025
  • Dean’s List | 2023 – 2025
  • Neil Benedict Award for Outstanding Leadership | 2025
  • RA of the Month | 2022 – 2024
  • James Koller Scholarship for Academic Excellence | 2025

Committee Involvement

  • Assistant Director of Student Unions Search Committee | 2024
  • College Council | 2024 – 2025
  • Faculty Senate | 2024 – 2025
  • Homecoming & Family Weekend – Innovation & Logistics | 2024 – 2025
  • Residential Life Conduct, Recognition, & Training Committees | 2022 – 2024

Affiliations

  • National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) | 2023 – Present
  • SUNY Student Assembly | 2023 – 2025

Timeline

Academic Peer Mentor

Student Success Center
01.2025 - 12.2025

Student Senate President

Alfred State College
01.2025 - 07.2025

Coordinator of Student Engagement / Intern

The Office of Student Engagement
08.2024 - 05.2025

Assistant Resident Director

Office of Residence Life
08.2024 - 12.2024

Student Senate Executive Vice President

Alfred State College
03.2024 - 01.2025

Vice President of Student Engagement

Alfred State College
03.2024 - 05.2024

Head Resident Assistant

Office of Residential Life
08.2023 - 05.2024

Campus Activities Board Programmer

The Office Of Student Engagement
01.2023 - 12.2025

Resident Assistant

Office Of Residential Life
08.2022 - 05.2023

Student Caller/Student Ambassador

The Office of Admissons
08.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Business Administration -

Alfred State College