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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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