Dana Pankowsky
Victoria,Canada
Summary
Results-driven leader with positive attitude and passion for providing high-quality advice and guidance to students and clients. Proven ability to identify needs, resolve conflicts, and build strong relationships in fast-paced environments. Possesses excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
International Student Experience Advisor (ISEA)
Camosun College
06.2023 - Current
- As first and immediate point of contact and support for international students, assists them to navigate their transitions within the college, medical enrollment, fee payments, and withdrawal requests.
- Facilitates the registration process of new international students in their first semester by creating schedules, providing registration information related to classes, myCamosun, fees and deadlines.
- Guides students to additional support services where needed.
- Organizes and maintains complete information on current and planned programs and courses, college policies, regulations and procedures.
- Supports and coordinates college events such as Orientation Sessions for new students and the Annual Cultural Showcase.
Qualitative Researcher
Freelancer
05.2003 - Current
- Moderated and analyzed over 200 focus groups, in-depth interviews, ethnographies and online communities, both in English and in Spanish, for clients around the world.
- Since 2019, additionally performed as Project Manager, monitoring recruitment, incentives, translation and facility rental.
- Delivered effective written and oral presentations to clients based upon qualitative data compiled from different research methodologies.
Education
Community, Family And Child Studies Diploma -
Camosun College
Victoria, BC06.2023
Master's Degree: Psychoanalytic Research -
Sigmund Freud Institute
Mexico City, MexicoBachelor's Degree: Psychology -
Universidad Iberoamericana
Mexico City, MexicoSkills
- Project Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Team building
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Strategic Planning
- Student Development
- Presentations and public speaking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Additional Information
CELPIP English Test: Average 12
Dana Pankowsky on LinkedIn
References available upon request
Timeline
International Student Experience Advisor (ISEA)
Camosun College
06.2023 - Current
Qualitative Researcher
Freelancer
05.2003 - Current
Community, Family And Child Studies Diploma -
Camosun College
Master's Degree: Psychoanalytic Research -
Sigmund Freud Institute
Bachelor's Degree: Psychology -
Universidad Iberoamericana
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