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Alison K. Hoff
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Education Doctor of Philosophy, Educational Leadership, Administration, and Foundations Major: Leadership in Higher Education Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN, 2011 Coursework completion: May 2010 Master of Arts, Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education Ball State University, Muncie, IN, 1998 Research: “The Relationship between Career Maturity and Gender” Graduate Research Award, 1998 Bachelor of Science in Education, Secondary Education, English Minor: Speech Communication and Theatre Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, 1995 Higher Education Experience Academic Advisor/ National Student Exchange (NSE) Coordinator Academic Counseling and Career Services (ACCS) / Mastodon Advising Center (MAC), Indiana University- Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW), Fort Wayne, IN, 2001-Present Academic Advising Conduct and document academic advising sessions with a diverse student population Advise students via numerous formats, including walk-in, orientation, and hour-long sessions Taught six semesters of a freshmen seminar, including topics such as adjustment to college, communicating for success, time management, diversity on campus, campus resources, choosing a major, and study and test-taking skills Co-taught one semester of “Career Beginnings” Created and published the online guide, “Family FAQ: An Academic Advising Guide for Families of New Students” Successfully chaired and participated in numerous search committees Created publications addressing various student concerns, such as “Your Journey to a Healthcare Career: A Change in Direction” and “IPFW Beginning Math Tracks” Maintain FERPA regulations in all contacts with students and parents IPFW Academic Advisor of the Year nominee, 2007-2008 National Student Exchange Direct the IPFW National Student Exchange program and increased student participation to its highest numbers since its inception in 1970 Developed, implemented, and supervise assistant coordinator position and duties Assist in-coming exchange students in their adjustment to life in Indiana Monitor the course articulation process for out-going exchange students Counsel potential exchange students regarding host school choice and placement process Mentor new NSE coordinators from other universities, including Ball State University, IUPUI, Louisiana Tech, Eastern Illinois University, Kansas State University, and Bowling Green State University, 2005-Present Serve as an NSE national conference computer placement coach, 2006-Present Programming Coordinated the “IPFW 411” academic seminar series, consisting of 12-15 topics to assist students in successfully adjusting to college life Created, coordinated, and facilitated “Back on Track” online and live group workshops for freshmen probation students Present numerous orientation topics to incoming traditional freshmen, including How to Choose a Major, How to Be Successful in College, and How to Register for Classes Coordinate and train advisors on the MAC readmission application process
Assist with the promotion of career fairs and majors fairs Assistant Supervisor, Testing Services, IPFW, Fort Wayne, IN, 2003-Present Proctor national Praxis, LSAT, and SAT testing on a monthly basis Maintain strict test security standards and report any tester misconduct to the testing services director Maintain consistent and accurate testing material records Doctoral Intern, Dean of Students, General Studies, Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Success, IPFW, Fort Wayne, IN, Fall 2008 Doctoral Intern, Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs, IPFW, Fort Wayne, IN, Spring 2009 Academic Advisor/ Coordinator of Academic Review and Orientation Programs Student Academic Affairs, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS), University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), Chicago, IL, 1998-2001 Academic Advising Conducted and documented academic advising sessions, discussing student progress toward degree completion and other concerns Presented student orientation sessions on college and university requirements, academic policies, and procedures Trained new and veteran academic advisors on the use of computer degree audits and the course evaluation process Evaluated transfer credit and student records for degree completion Mastered the DARS degree audit system and trained advising staff and deans Prepared and interpreted audits of academic curricula for current and transfer students for the purposes of orientation advising, graduation evaluation, and advising appointments Evaluated up to 200 student records each term for potential graduates Represented department in recruiting activities, including receptions and preview days Program Coordination Planned and implemented the grade review process, which is the college evaluation of student academic status at the end of each term Prepared orientation, grade review, and probation workshop reports Led orientation training sessions for deans, directors, advisors, and student group leaders Supervised three student workers, the orientation reservation process, and the organization of student records for over 3,000 incoming freshmen and transfer students Planned all office orientation activities and probation workshops, including the scheduling of advisors, students, and resources Graduate Assistant, Career Services, Ball State University, Muncie, IN, 1997-1998 Presented various career-related topics to student groups, including How to Write a Resume, Choosing a Major, and Preparing for Interviews Represented department at college fairs and fairs for students with undecided majors; participated in the planning and execution of the annual job fair for educators Held career advising appointments with students and alumni to discuss career options and internship resources Participated in research regarding student use of resources and its relationship to career maturity Conducted individualized resume critique and student employment sessions with students and community members Academic Advisor Practicum Student, University College Academic Advising Center, Ball State University, Muncie, IN, Summer 1998 Advised incoming freshmen on course/ major selection, course scheduling, and career path opportunities Provided information regarding University College, academic policies, and procedures
Committee Work Chair, Homecoming Decorating Committee member, 2002-2007 Orientation Committee member, 2001, 2006-Present Enrollment Management Sub-committee member on „Prior to Matriculation‟ Activities, 2006-2007 Chair, Freshman Seminar Committee, 2006 Summerfest Committee member (faculty/staff annual celebration), 2004, 2006 Three Rivers Festival Parade Committee member, 2003-2005 Career Fair Planning Committee member, 2002-2004 Academic Advising Council member, 2001-2003 Transfer Course Articulation Committee member, 2000-2001 First Year Council Committee on Community member, 2008 Professional Affiliations • Member, National Academic Advising Association (NACADA), 1998-Present • Member, Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana, 2005-2008 • Chair, NACADA Member Career Services Committee, 2008-Present • NACADA Region V Representative to the Member Career Services committee, 2006Present • Chosen to attend the 2005 NACADA Summer Institute to identify, develop, and implement an IPFW-specific program of need Professional Publications Co-author: “What Hiring Committees Want to Hear” in NACADA‟s Academic Advising Today newsletter, December 2009 Author: “Tips for Creating a Successful Resume,” in Academic Advising Today, June 2009 Co-author: “Faux Pas to Avoid in an Advisor Job Search,” in Academic Advising Today, March 2009 Co-author: “When and How to Ask for a Raise,” in Academic Advising Today, December 2008 Author: “Career Corner: Catch 22,” in Academic Advising Today, September 2008 Author: “Creating an Academic Advising Guide for Families of New Students” in Academic Advising Today, December 2006 Co-author: “Enhancing Career Development through the Career Success Club” with Professor Roger Wessel, published in the Journal of Career Development, Vol. 29, No.4, Summer 2003 Professional Presentations NACADA national conference co-presenter: “How to Conduct an Academic Advising Job Search,” 2008, 2009 NACADA national conference presenter: “Creating an Academic Advising Guide for Families of New Students,” 2006 Indiana Academic Advising Network (IAAN) member, conference presenter: “Creating an Academic Advising Guide for Families of New Students,” 2006 NACADA national conference co-presenter: “New Advisor Roundtable,” 2000 Additional Education Experience High School Speech/English Teacher and Speech Team Head Coach, Carroll High School, Northwest Allen County School District, Fort Wayne, IN, 1995-1997 • Taught English and Speech Communications to students in grades 9-12 • Worked individually with students to help develop their talents in impromptu speaking, extemporaneous speaking, current issue discussions, and interpretive competitions • Judged numerous National Forensic League competitions in various categories, including impromptu, interpretive, and extemporaneous speaking, offering suggestions and feedback
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Applied a lesson plan model based on learning theory, geared toward students of all learning styles Created, planned, and presented lessons for students of varied ability levels
Game Day Staff/ Gift Shop Attendant, Fort Wayne Wizards Baseball, Fort Wayne, IN, 2002-2005 • Provided part-time customer service as needed on game days for the local Single A affiliate of the San Diego Padres • Managed sales and cash register in the Wizards Ware Gift Shop; sold merchandise and activity opportunities to event attendees • Greeted fans, disseminated media material, and assisted with locating seats Volunteer Experience Board President and Board Member, Springfield Glen Community Association, Fort Wayne, IN, 2007- Present Chairperson, Worship and Music Committee, St. Mark‟s Lutheran Church, Auburn, IN, 2005-2008 Vacation Bible School Co-coordinator and Teacher, St. Mark‟s Lutheran Church, Auburn, IN, 2001-Present Committee Member, Christian Education Committee, St. Mark‟s Lutheran Church, Auburn, IN, 1996-Present Board Secretary and Member, St. Mark‟s Lutheran Church, Auburn, IN, 2004-2006 Writer and Director, Sunday School Annual Christmas Program, St. Mark‟s Lutheran Church, Auburn, IN, 2002-2006 Computer Skills Skilled in: Banner Student Information System Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Publisher Microsoft Word
Functional with: Advisor Trac Appointment Software CAPP and DARS Degree Audit Systems Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel
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Education Doctor of Philosophy, Educational Leadership, Administration, and Foundations Major: Leadership in Higher Education Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN, 2011 Coursework completion: May 2010 Master of Arts, Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education Ball State University, Muncie, IN, 1998 Research: “The Relationship between Career Maturity and Gender” Graduate Research Award, 1998 Bachelor of Science in Education, Secondary Education, English Minor: Speech Communication and Theatre Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, 1995 Higher Education Experience Academic Advisor/ National Student Exchange (NSE) Coordinator Academic Counseling and Career Services (ACCS) / Mastodon Advising Center (MAC), Indiana University- Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW), Fort Wayne, IN, 2001-Present Academic Advising Conduct and document academic advising sessions with a diverse student population Advise students via numerous formats, including walk-in, orientation, and hour-long sessions Taught six semesters of a freshmen seminar, including topics such as adjustment to college, communicating for success, time management, diversity on campus, campus resources, choosing a major, and study and test-taking skills Co-taught one semester of “Career Beginnings” Created and published the online guide, “Family FAQ: An Academic Advising Guide for Families of New Students” Successfully chaired and participated in numerous search committees Created publications addressing various student concerns, such as “Your Journey to a Healthcare Career: A Change in Direction” and “IPFW Beginning Math Tracks” Maintain FERPA regulations in all contacts with students and parents IPFW Academic Advisor of the Year nominee, 2007-2008 National Student Exchange Direct the IPFW National Student Exchange program and increased student participation to its highest numbers since its inception in 1970 Developed, implemented, and supervise assistant coordinator position and duties Assist in-coming exchange students in their adjustment to life in Indiana Monitor the course articulation process for out-going exchange students Counsel potential exchange students regarding host school choice and placement process Mentor new NSE coordinators from other universities, including Ball State University, IUPUI, Louisiana Tech, Eastern Illinois University, Kansas State University, and Bowling Green State University, 2005-Present Serve as an NSE national conference computer placement coach, 2006-Present Programming Coordinated the “IPFW 411” academic seminar series, consisting of 12-15 topics to assist students in successfully adjusting to college life Created, coordinated, and facilitated “Back on Track” online and live group workshops for freshmen probation students Present numerous orientation topics to incoming traditional freshmen, including How to Choose a Major, How to Be Successful in College, and How to Register for Classes Coordinate and train advisors on the MAC readmission application process
Assist with the promotion of career fairs and majors fairs Assistant Supervisor, Testing Services, IPFW, Fort Wayne, IN, 2003-Present Proctor national Praxis, LSAT, and SAT testing on a monthly basis Maintain strict test security standards and report any tester misconduct to the testing services director Maintain consistent and accurate testing material records Doctoral Intern, Dean of Students, General Studies, Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Success, IPFW, Fort Wayne, IN, Fall 2008 Doctoral Intern, Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs, IPFW, Fort Wayne, IN, Spring 2009 Academic Advisor/ Coordinator of Academic Review and Orientation Programs Student Academic Affairs, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS), University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), Chicago, IL, 1998-2001 Academic Advising Conducted and documented academic advising sessions, discussing student progress toward degree completion and other concerns Presented student orientation sessions on college and university requirements, academic policies, and procedures Trained new and veteran academic advisors on the use of computer degree audits and the course evaluation process Evaluated transfer credit and student records for degree completion Mastered the DARS degree audit system and trained advising staff and deans Prepared and interpreted audits of academic curricula for current and transfer students for the purposes of orientation advising, graduation evaluation, and advising appointments Evaluated up to 200 student records each term for potential graduates Represented department in recruiting activities, including receptions and preview days Program Coordination Planned and implemented the grade review process, which is the college evaluation of student academic status at the end of each term Prepared orientation, grade review, and probation workshop reports Led orientation training sessions for deans, directors, advisors, and student group leaders Supervised three student workers, the orientation reservation process, and the organization of student records for over 3,000 incoming freshmen and transfer students Planned all office orientation activities and probation workshops, including the scheduling of advisors, students, and resources Graduate Assistant, Career Services, Ball State University, Muncie, IN, 1997-1998 Presented various career-related topics to student groups, including How to Write a Resume, Choosing a Major, and Preparing for Interviews Represented department at college fairs and fairs for students with undecided majors; participated in the planning and execution of the annual job fair for educators Held career advising appointments with students and alumni to discuss career options and internship resources Participated in research regarding student use of resources and its relationship to career maturity Conducted individualized resume critique and student employment sessions with students and community members Academic Advisor Practicum Student, University College Academic Advising Center, Ball State University, Muncie, IN, Summer 1998 Advised incoming freshmen on course/ major selection, course scheduling, and career path opportunities Provided information regarding University College, academic policies, and procedures
Committee Work Chair, Homecoming Decorating Committee member, 2002-2007 Orientation Committee member, 2001, 2006-Present Enrollment Management Sub-committee member on „Prior to Matriculation‟ Activities, 2006-2007 Chair, Freshman Seminar Committee, 2006 Summerfest Committee member (faculty/staff annual celebration), 2004, 2006 Three Rivers Festival Parade Committee member, 2003-2005 Career Fair Planning Committee member, 2002-2004 Academic Advising Council member, 2001-2003 Transfer Course Articulation Committee member, 2000-2001 First Year Council Committee on Community member, 2008 Professional Affiliations • Member, National Academic Advising Association (NACADA), 1998-Present • Member, Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana, 2005-2008 • Chair, NACADA Member Career Services Committee, 2008-Present • NACADA Region V Representative to the Member Career Services committee, 2006Present • Chosen to attend the 2005 NACADA Summer Institute to identify, develop, and implement an IPFW-specific program of need Professional Publications Co-author: “What Hiring Committees Want to Hear” in NACADA‟s Academic Advising Today newsletter, December 2009 Author: “Tips for Creating a Successful Resume,” in Academic Advising Today, June 2009 Co-author: “Faux Pas to Avoid in an Advisor Job Search,” in Academic Advising Today, March 2009 Co-author: “When and How to Ask for a Raise,” in Academic Advising Today, December 2008 Author: “Career Corner: Catch 22,” in Academic Advising Today, September 2008 Author: “Creating an Academic Advising Guide for Families of New Students” in Academic Advising Today, December 2006 Co-author: “Enhancing Career Development through the Career Success Club” with Professor Roger Wessel, published in the Journal of Career Development, Vol. 29, No.4, Summer 2003 Professional Presentations NACADA national conference co-presenter: “How to Conduct an Academic Advising Job Search,” 2008, 2009 NACADA national conference presenter: “Creating an Academic Advising Guide for Families of New Students,” 2006 Indiana Academic Advising Network (IAAN) member, conference presenter: “Creating an Academic Advising Guide for Families of New Students,” 2006 NACADA national conference co-presenter: “New Advisor Roundtable,” 2000 Additional Education Experience High School Speech/English Teacher and Speech Team Head Coach, Carroll High School, Northwest Allen County School District, Fort Wayne, IN, 1995-1997 • Taught English and Speech Communications to students in grades 9-12 • Worked individually with students to help develop their talents in impromptu speaking, extemporaneous speaking, current issue discussions, and interpretive competitions • Judged numerous National Forensic League competitions in various categories, including impromptu, interpretive, and extemporaneous speaking, offering suggestions and feedback
• • Other Experience
Applied a lesson plan model based on learning theory, geared toward students of all learning styles Created, planned, and presented lessons for students of varied ability levels
Game Day Staff/ Gift Shop Attendant, Fort Wayne Wizards Baseball, Fort Wayne, IN, 2002-2005 • Provided part-time customer service as needed on game days for the local Single A affiliate of the San Diego Padres • Managed sales and cash register in the Wizards Ware Gift Shop; sold merchandise and activity opportunities to event attendees • Greeted fans, disseminated media material, and assisted with locating seats Volunteer Experience Board President and Board Member, Springfield Glen Community Association, Fort Wayne, IN, 2007- Present Chairperson, Worship and Music Committee, St. Mark‟s Lutheran Church, Auburn, IN, 2005-2008 Vacation Bible School Co-coordinator and Teacher, St. Mark‟s Lutheran Church, Auburn, IN, 2001-Present Committee Member, Christian Education Committee, St. Mark‟s Lutheran Church, Auburn, IN, 1996-Present Board Secretary and Member, St. Mark‟s Lutheran Church, Auburn, IN, 2004-2006 Writer and Director, Sunday School Annual Christmas Program, St. Mark‟s Lutheran Church, Auburn, IN, 2002-2006 Computer Skills Skilled in: Banner Student Information System Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Publisher Microsoft Word
Functional with: Advisor Trac Appointment Software CAPP and DARS Degree Audit Systems Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel
