* Provided applicants, parents and school administrators with an understanding of the early college mission and the admissions process for Bard High School Early College Queens. * Managed all Admissions Office events such as open houses, assessments, New Student Orientation, and Summer Bridge Program, as well as supervised staff, interns, faculty and student volunteers at meetings and events. * Organized and reviewed student files, and updated applicant database; scored entrance exams; and conducted applicant interviews, as well as coordinated faculty to score written assessments and conduct applicant interviews. * Communicated with incoming students, parents and school administrators regarding the status of applications and matriculation materials. * Provided assistance with Spanish translation and communications with monolingual Spanish speakers.

* Managed campus-wide events, communications, and advocacy efforts to connect UCLA’s faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends through programs designed to build long-term relationships and support for the university. * Researched, developed and marketed programs taking into consideration goals, themes, audiences and university priorities. * Managed all aspects of programs including developing proposals, formats, participants, budgets, logistics, printed materials production schedules, and staff assignments. * Developed advertising and promotional strategies for events, and identified vendors and negotiated contracts. * Coordinated security efforts with campus units, State Department, Secret Service, UCPD and local police for dignitary and high profile visitors. * Researched and implemented correct protocol practices including dais party, order of precedence, forms of address and seating. * Acted as day-of-event manager troubleshooting concerns and answering questions at events. * Conducted post event analysis and evaluated the success of programs including goals and objectives.

Managed all phases of community outreach campaigns for the leading public television station in Southern California with a mission to provide content that educates, informs and inspires, and establishes an interactive medium for transformation. Collaborated with key constituents and leading organizations to deliver outreach objectives and collateral materials based on televised programs with the goal to impact Los Angeles communities and foster cooperative relationships and alliances in order to expand access to information, resources and services. Coordinated internal communications and prepared reports on community outreach campaign outcomes for review and discussion by the station’s advisory committees, board members, sponsors, and members.

Promoted academic study abroad programs in Latin America and Spain to faculty and students through classroom visits and participation in fairs and open houses leading to record high UCLA involvement in international study programs in Spanish-speaking countries. Processed student applications to determine academic and language eligibility, and academic feasibility of students’ study plans with host institution curricula, policies and procedures. Created and led annual cross-cultural orientations to prepare students for their study abroad experience in their host country with a focus on acculturation strategies and cross-cultural communication skills with an emphasis on communicating effectively and diplomatically. Coordinated housing, academic enrollment, and campus orientations for international students as part of UCLA’s reciprocal agreements with international universities, and throughout the year supported students through counseling and referrals to other university offices and resources. Show less

* Conceptualized and developed bilingual web content and marketing materials for startup specializing in customized travel experiences in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico with an emphasis on stimulating creativity, exploration of local traditions and promoting cultural awareness. * Strengthened cross-cultural communications and collaboration with teachers, schools, and institutions that promoted learning by engaging participants with local artists and artisans. * Managed workshops and retreats that enabled participants to experience the local culture and immersion in the creative community of San Miguel de Allende. * Traveled throughout Mexico and internationally to experience, learn and form partnerships instrumental in forming a platform to connect people, ideas and resources. Show less