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KEVINA M. BROWN

San José

Summary

Experienced academic professional with proven track record in delivering engaging and insightful lectures. Adept at curriculum development, research, and fostering inclusive learning environment. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving academic excellence. Reliable and adaptable, with skills in critical thinking, communication, and classroom management.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Part-Time Lecturer

San José State University
08.2017 - Current
  • Cultivates critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
  • Developes strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
  • Evaluates student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Selects and designs lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Collaborates with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
  • Increases student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
  • Evaluates and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Develops and implements innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
  • Contributes to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by students and faculty members.
  • Enhances student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
  • Works collaboratively with other departments and resources on campus by sharing information with students

Community Relations Specialist

Housing Services, San José State University
06.2006 - Current
  • Responsible for managing and overseeing department marketing, public relations, recruitment, retention and outreach efforts, including the development and implementation of recruitment-related events
  • Enhances community engagement by organizing and executing various outreach events and initiatives.
  • Serves as public relations liaison between parents/students and Housing, informing and educating new students on all aspects of Residential Living
  • Established long-lasting connections with community leaders and influencers, aiding in the growth of organizational networks.
  • Serves as Housing Advisor and department liaison at all Orientation Events
  • Supports smooth program functioning by handling diverse organizational or administrative needs.
  • Leads Housing Presentation, Parent and Transfer Panel, and Orientation Resource Fair
  • Improves community perception by addressing concerns in a timely manner and implementing valuable feedback into future projects.
  • Lead Housing Advisor at all Student Outreach and Recruitment Events including 'Bridging the Bay,' a recruitment event targeting Bay Area African American high school students as well as 'From the Bay to LA,' a recruitment event targeting Southern California Latinx Chicanx students
  • Provides exceptional customer service when addressing inquiries from community members, fostering goodwill towards the organization.
  • Coordinates department recruitment and outreach efforts including annual Spartan Preview Day, Admitted Student Receptions and Returning Resident Process
  • Coordinates department's participation in all campus-wide events including Welcome Week Resource Fair and National Student Exchange orientation
  • Manages Marketing budget, including program activities and department special events
  • Oversees Annual/Summer License and Community Handbook review and updates
  • Creates and updates department-wide brochures, pamphlets and marketing pieces
  • Coordinates print ads for all media
  • Coordinates website layout and design and coordinates department efforts to maintain user-friendly UHS website

Education

Ed.D. - Educational Leadership with a focus in Social Justice

San José State University
San José, CA
12-2024

M.A. - Educational Counseling

San José State University
San José, CA
01.2012

B.A. - Design Studies

San José State University
San José, CA
01.1994

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Effective communicator
  • Collaborative
  • Relationship building expert
  • Academic writing
  • Course development
  • Student engagement
  • Student counseling
  • Public speaking
  • Student advisement
  • Student needs assessment

Professional Organizations

  • Association of College and University Housing Officers - International (ACUHO-I), 2006, Present
  • National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), 2011, Present
  • American Counseling Association (ACA), 2012, Present

Timeline

Part-Time Lecturer

San José State University
08.2017 - Current

Community Relations Specialist

Housing Services, San José State University
06.2006 - Current

Ed.D. - Educational Leadership with a focus in Social Justice

San José State University

M.A. - Educational Counseling

San José State University

B.A. - Design Studies

San José State University

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