Hi, my name is Amanda
and my pronouns are she/her.

― ABOUT ME

I am a higher education professional with a passion for student mentoring and advocacy. In addition to more than ten years of experience working in an academic library, I have extensive experience with the development and execution of educational programming and event planning, including marketing and social media. My primary focus is student success; helping students to achieve their educational (& personal) goals is by far the most rewarding aspect of working in higher ed.

Full disclosure:
While I spent several years doing so, I never set out to work in an academic library. I have loved books my entire life so for a long time it felt like a good. Ultimately, I could not ignore my desire to focus more on student development & affairs any longer.

― Enneagram, archetypes & other woo-woo things

I recognize that a lot of folks don't buy into personality typing, but I've found that my results typically align well with my traits and temperament. To each their own, believe what you will, but here is an overview of some of my strengths based on my personality typing.

My enneagram is 6w5, often known as the loyalist, supporter, and overthinker.

Strengths of a 6w5:

Solving problems practically and efficiently.
Analytical thinker; focuses on details.
Passion for pursuing knowledge.

My MBTI is INTJ, known as The Architect.

Strengths of an INTJ:

Independent and self-motivated.
Creative; able to devise inventive solutions.
Goal-oriented, but curious & openminded.

My CliftonStrengths are:

Deliberative: Anticipates obstacles; careful decision-making.
Strategic: Calculated thinker; finds creative solutions.
Relator: Builds collaborative working relationships with others.
Intellection: Introspective; appreciates intellectual discussion.
Achiever: Take satisfaction in being busy and productive.

I fall into the Everyperson archetype.

Strengths of an everyperson:

Believes that everyone matters equally and promotes a sense of belonging among all.
Is honest, loyal, and empathetic.

“When you educate one person you can change a life, when you educate many you can change the world.” - Shai Reshef

Skills, Experience, and Education

― SKILLS

Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of constituencies.
Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Active listener with the ability to utilize analytical thinking to solve complex problems.
Fast learner always looking to expand skill set; thrives on change.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Works well both independently and as part of a team.
Proactive; self-motivated.
Student outcomes driven; able to track & monitor student caseloads.
Service oriented with acute attention to detail.
Computer proficient in both MacOS & Windows, including iWork, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and more.

― experience

North Hall Library | Mansfield University

Stacks Supervisor | 2011-2022

Maintained organization of library materials.
Hired, trained, supervised, and evaluated student assistants.
Instructed students on using research technology.
Assisted and oversaw the planning and execution of library events, including marketing and social media.
Spearheaded inventory of more than 200,000 items while simultaneously managing multiple weeding and shifting projects.
Served on various university committees.

Reference Assistant | 2010-2011

Assisted patrons in locating reference and other library materials, both in physical and digital formats.
Maintained organization of reference materials and government documents.
Provided customer service at library service desks.

Limited Brands

Sales Associate/Sales Support | 2009-2011

Maintained store & backroom organization.
Provided excellent customer service.
Assisted in training new hires.

TRiO Support Services | Mansfield University

Intern | 2008

Assisted, advised, and mentored students.
Created peer mentor and policy manuals.
Created, promoted, and facilitated academic success workshops & educational programming.
Assisted in grant writing, applicant selection process, event planning, and bridge program.

― education

Master of Science in Higher Education Administration, concentrating in Student Development & Affairs

Drexel University | 2009-2011

Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration

Mansfield University | 2004-2008

Student Success | Commonwealth University at Mansfield

Success Specialist | 2022-Present

Assess student needs to create success plans.
Provide academic/life skills coaching and advocacy to students.
Act as a liaison to various offices and departments to connect students with appropriate support services.
Manage Attendance Alerts, issue Away from Campus notifications, and follow-up with Students of Concern.
Outreach to students to address low midterm grades and assist with barriers to course registration.
Attend recruitment programming and new student orientation.