Leah Evans

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Education
Master of Science in Student Affairs in Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Higher Education, Certificate in College University of Northern Iowa (Cedar Falls,
Teaching IA)
Miami University (Oxford, OH) Graduation with Distinction in Peer Education
(Expected May 2024) May 2022

Related Experience
Miami University, Oxford, OH
Graduate Assistant - College of Education, Health and Society Aug 2022-Present
● Advise EHS Ambassadors student organization to provide recruitment and programming
opportunities for the college
● Developed a training manual for student workers at the Success Center
● Plan and implement monthly Snack Attack event
● Collaborate with the Urban Cohort (student teaching in urban schools) Cleveland Winter
Immersion Program (CWIP) team on recruitment efforts, course syllabus, and calendar
● Organize logistical aspects of CWIP program, including program application, packing
lists, student contact information, catering, transportation and housing
University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA
Program Assistant - Office of Academic Advising May 2022-July 2022
● Advised first year psychology and social work majors during summer orientation
● Navigated online Orientation Portal, Advising Portal, and Campus Solutions systems to
check student records and registration
● Communicated clear and concise information regarding coursework and university life
with students, families and other stakeholders
● Achieved competency in UNI’s General Education program and transfer credit
equivalencies
Undergraduate Intern - Office of Student Involvement Jan 2022-May 2022
● Evaluated and revised Greek Member Achievement Program for academics
● Facilitated Red Watch Band Training for alcohol and bystander intervention training
● Oversaw breakout sessions and registration during annual Greek Leaders Retreat
● Collaborated with Panhellenic Vice President of Public Relations to update website
content
● Attended and hosted roundtables, executive council meetings, and open council meetings
Success Coach - Office of Academic Advising Jan 2021-May 2022
● Oversaw a caseload of 30-50 students on academic alert, probation, or suspension each
semester
● Met weekly or biweekly with students on a volunteer basis
● Evaluate current student study routines and make improvement plans
● Provided referrals to other campus resources, most commonly tutoring and the Dean of
Students
● Created biweekly newsletters containing study tips, campus events, and resources
Tutor - The Learning Center Jan 2020-Dec 2021
● Tutored students in first year English courses, communication major course, and basic
writing skills
● Greeted and directed students at the welcome desk
● Completed training on student success, study strategies, and academic skills
● Provided outreach presentations to classes, campus partners, and student groups
Peer Mentor - Office of Undergraduate Studies Aug 2019-May 2020
● Guide first year students in developing personal skills and academic strategies during
their transition to college
● Create and presented information on campus resources to groups of 20-25 students
● Attend class meeting times and assist instructor day to day
● Met 1:1 with students as needed to help with class assignments

Certifications (Selected)
Adult Mental Health First Aid (Oct 2022)
Certified Tutor - Master Level III, College Reading and Learning Association (May 2022)
Validate, Appreciate, Refer (VAR) Training, Active Minds (April 2022)
Mental Health Ally (April 2022)

Presentations (Selected)
“Supporting students with academic challenges through 1:1 mentoring”
College Reading and Learning Association Heartland Conference, St Joseph, MO (April 2022)

Professional Organizations and Leadership (Selected)

● ACPA Ambassador, American College Personnel Association (Sept 2022-Present)
● Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Standing Committee Member Alpha Sigma Tau
National Sorority (Sept 2022-Present)
● Alpha Sigma Tau - Alpha Psi Chapter (University of Northern Iowa)
○ Budget Committee (Sept 2019-May 2022); Vice President of Operations (Nov
2020-Nov 2021); Secretary (Jan 2020-Nov 2020); Director of Academic
Success (Nov 2019-Nov 2020)