Deanna Snchez-Mulcahy

505.292.7223 dmulcahy@unm.edu

EDUCATION MA Education
8/1989 12/1992 University of New Mexico Albuquerque, NM

Concentration in Organizational Learning and Instructional Technology with an emphasis on Adult Learning and Training Graduated with departmental honors/distinction.

BA Communication
8/1984 5/1989 University of New Mexico Albuquerque, NM

Major in Organizational Communication Minor in Business

Global Career Development Facilitator

8/2003 National Career Development Association Certificate Number: GCDF 03581

WORK EXPERIENCE
Director, Student Success & Academic Advisement 8/2009 to present UNM College of Fine Arts

Albuquerque, NM

Manage and supervise student success and advisement center for pre-major and declared majors in the fine arts; ensure compliance with the university's and other regulatory bodies' academic eligibility and admission requirements including probation, suspension, and Deans List; develop policies and procedures for smooth functioning of advisement center Administer and supervise an academic educational advisement program; oversee the process of student recruitment, admission, student advisement, tutorial programs, recordkeeping, and candidacy for graduation, as appropriate to the individual position. Develop methods for analysis and presentation of data concerning recruitment, student admissions, ongoing progress towards a degree, and graduation; analyze trends and incorporate conclusions into long-range program planning. Review and oversee the review of special admission applications; supervise students petitions regarding suspension. Oversee the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, promotion and enforcement of internal procedures and controls, and problem resolution; evaluate performance and make recommendations for personnel actions; motivate employees to achieve peak productivity and performance by providing professional development opportunities for staff. Participate in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-and longrange planning; develop and implement projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals; serve on faculty curriculum committee. Represent the organization at various community and/or business meetings, committees, and task forces; promote existing and new programs and/or policies.

Oversee and prepare/edit admission, recruitment, and orientation brochures and other materials. Oversee and develop/present orientation programs for incoming freshmen, transfer students, and/or parents of students. This was a promotion due to an organizational restructure and job analysis.

Advisement Specialist 8/2004 to 8/2009 UNM College of Fine Arts Albuquerque, NM

Administer and supervise an academic advisement program; oversee the process of student recruitment, admission, student advisement, recordkeeping, and candidacy for graduation. Develop methods for analysis and presentation of data concerning recruitment, student admissions, ongoing progress towards a degree, and graduation; analyze trends and incorporate conclusions into long-range program planning. Oversee the review of special admission applications; review and determine probation and suspension status. Oversee the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, promotion and enforcement of internal procedures and controls, and problem resolution; evaluate performance and make recommendations for personnel actions. Participate in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-and longrange planning; develop/implement projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals. Represents the organization at various community and/or business meetings, committees, and task forces; promotes existing and new programs and/or policies. Prepare and edit admission, recruitment, and orientation brochures and other materials. Develop and present orientation programs for incoming freshmen, transfer students, and/or parents of students.

Athletic Admissions Specialist 3/2004 8/2004 UNM Office of the Registrar Albuquerque, NM

Determined admissibility, transferability of credit, and residency for all student athletes. Certification of athlete eligibility in accordance with NCAA, Mountain West Conference, and UNM regulations. Advised students and families about educational opportunities, admission, transfer of credit, financial assistance, UNM and NCAA policies and requirements. Maintained communication with NCAA faculty representative, athletic advisors, & compliance officers. Participated in school visitations and college programs for prospective students in compliance with NCAA policy; represent UNM in special outreach services. Assisted with the formulation, development, and implementation of admissions related and eligibility related policies and procedures.

Student Services Consultant 10/1993 3/2004 UNM Non-Degree Credit Program Albuquerque, NM

Managed and supervised overall operations of the Non-Degree Student Services Office for approximately 3,000+ prospective, current, and former students per semester. Administered and coordinated student enrollment activities, including admission, registration, acceptance/receipt of fees, and unofficial evaluations of transfer credit for undergraduate and graduate students in Non-Degree. Coordinated and provided academic and career advisement functions.

Provided program development, strategic planning and responsibility for office including developing, evaluating, and analyzing policy and procedure for unit. Monitored compliance with university, state, and federal laws, policies, and regulations. Maintained records; monitored academic standing; coordinated probation and suspension of students. Designed, compiled, wrote, and edited curricular publications. Developed and delivered presentation for career and educational fairs and student orientations. Trained and supervised unit personnel. Was promoted from position of Manager, Enrollment Services and Academic Advisor III during tenure with Non-Degree Credit Program.

Admissions Representative/Clerical Specialist V 11/1989 10/1993 UNM Admissions Office Albuquerque, NM

Collected, reviewed and assessed applications and related documents for compliance with admission eligibility requirements. Recorded and monitored required data into an integrated student database. Managed, expedited, and maintained files, records and other documents to ensure accurate progression of files through the admissions process. Supervised and trained student employee. Resolved routine application processing problems. Provided routine advise, guidance, and assistance to prospective students, parents, and visitors.

AFFILIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS Elected to Staff Council (2013 2015) Staff Council Student Success Committee (2010 present) Provosts Committee for Advising (2010 present) College of Fine Arts Curriculum Committee (2004 present) College of Fine Arts Deans Policy Council (2004 present) Foundations of Excellence UNM Self-Study - Transitions Committee (2012-2013) o New Student Orientation Subcommittee o Learning Outcomes Subcommittee Educational Testing Services Planning Team (2013 present) Dean of Students Student Code of Conduct Committee (appointed by Staff Council August 2013) College Academic Reporting Group (2009 present) Freshmen Learning Communities - Living & Learning Committee: member since 2010 Provosts Honors College Task Force: member 2010 2011 National Academic Advising Association (NACADA): member since 1993; past member of the Professional Development Committee; and Region X Representative for the Adult Learner Commission New Mexico Academic Advising Association (NMAAA): Charter member since 1996 and PastPresident Association for Non-Traditional Students in Higher Education (ANTSHE): past member (1994 2004) of the Board of Directors and Scholarship Chairperson UNM Faculty Senate Admissions & Registration Committee (1994-2004) UNM Advising Council (charter member through 2002) Phi Kappa Phi (inducted1992) Provosts Committee for Staff (2005 2008)

COMPUTER SKILLS Knowledge of UNM systems: LoboWeb, Banner, Internet Native Banner, LoboAchieve, Hyperion, STARRS, Transfer Equivalency System Proficient in MS Office Suite: Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint

AWARDS & OTHER EXPERIENCE 2013 Presented Building Community & Improving Student Engagement through New Student Orientation at the Spring 2013 UNM Advising Summit 2012-2013 Team member for Scholarship office to review applicants for the Presidential Scholarships 2011 Presented Advising for NERDS (Navigating Educational Resources Despite Stereotypes) at the Spring 2011 UNM Advising Summit 2011-2012, 2010-2011 Team Leader for Scholarship Office to review applicants for the Presidential Scholarships Fall 2011-2012 part-time faculty taught UNIV 101/Introduction to UNM and the Research Institution as part of a Freshmen Learning Community 2009 present Staff Mediator 2011 NACADA Region X Conference Co-Chairperson held in Albuquerque, NM spring 2011 in charge of conference promotional materials, selection of presentations, and the printed Program Fall 2010 CFA Advisement Office is deemed a Safe Zone by the UNM LGBTQ Resource Center after entire staff completes training Fall 2009 taught FA 299/Exploring Careers in the Arts as part of a Freshmen Learning Community 2006-2010 working with the Interdisciplinary Film & Digital Media Faculty Council regarding recruitment, admission, advisement, registration, curriculum 2003 present UNM Alumni mentor for career development 1996 - 2003 charter member and state coordinator for the New Mexico Academic Advising Association: maintain budget and financial reports; coordinate annual state conferences including publications, conference speakers, budget, registration, and evaluation 2002 UNM Outstanding Academic Advisor Award 2002 2nd annual recognition by UNM Association for Non-Traditional Students (ANTS) for outstanding service to non-traditional students 2001 1st annual recognition by UNM Association for Non-Traditional Students (ANTS) for outstanding service to non-traditional students 1994 2003 Association for Non-Traditional Students in Higher Education (ANTSHE), Board of Directors and Scholarship chair responsible for three international scholarships annually 1996 97 Staff Council Rewards & Recognition Committee 1995 Book review of Self-Direction for Lifelong Learning published in the National Academic Advising Association Journal 1994 1996 Association of Non-Traditional Students of the Rockies (ANSR), Board Member from a 4 year public institution 1994 UNM Staff Council Career Development Committee, co-chair 1994 Committee Chair, National Academic Advising Association Region X conference: responsible for budget and hotel planning/contract 1994 Co-authored Evaluating the Effectiveness of Adult Education and Training Programs published in Developing Human Resources 1992 presented Evaluating the Effectiveness of Adult Education and Training Programs at the NM Adult and Continuing Education Association annual conference 1988-1989 Vice President of Administration for the American Society for Personnel Administration (ASPA) Student Chapter