Kevin McClain, Ph.D.

Experience

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  Western Carolina University

  Jul 2014 - May 2015

  Graduate Community Coordinator

  Oversaw student development, administration and programming efforts for Greek Life residential housing at Western Carolina University.

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  University of New Orleans

  Jul 2015 - Jan 2017

  - Advised first year students on course selection and academic plans;- Assisted with planning, organizing, and implementing Drop-In Advising, Study-A-Thon, First Year Advising on Wheels, and other programs/events; and- Conducted limited research on short-term studies and best practices. - Advised first year students on course selection and academic plans;- Assisted with planning, organizing, and implementing Drop-In Advising, Study-A-Thon, First Year Advising on Wheels, and other programs/events; and- Conducted limited research on short-term studies and best practices.

  • First Year Advisor

    Apr 2016 - Jan 2017

  • Graduate Assistant- First Year Advising

    Jul 2015 - Apr 2016
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  Xavier University of Louisiana

  Jan 2017 - Oct 2020

  Academic Advisor

  - Advised students who were placed on strict probation;- Developed Academic Success Plans to meet the individual needs and educational goals of students who were placed on strict probation;- Conducted Keys to Success Workshops; and- Monitored student academic performance and progress via the early alert warning system.

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  Wayne State College

  Nov 2020 - Jul 2021

  Director of Student Diversity and Inclusion

  - Managed the International Programs Office by supporting students, engaging the community, and developing and managing agreements- Managed Disability Services and provided guidance in supporting students, educating the campus, and ensuring compliance with the American Disabilities Act- Developed and managed agreements and pathway programs with Little Priest Tribal College and Nebraska Indian Community College• Advised student groups associated with underrepresented communities (i.e. Black Student Association, PRIDE, Native American Student Alliance); and- Served as the university’s NCAA Athletic Diversity and Inclusion Designee. Show less

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  Improve Your Tomorrow

  Jul 2021 - Jul 2023

  Director of Research And Evaluation

  - Designed studies using quantitative and qualitative methods to collect new data, including new programming areas and with partners;- Shared IYT’s research agenda through events, presentations, written pieces such as blogs and research briefs, while building relationships within the relevant academic, practitioner, and donor communities.- Ensured publication of research results in various formats, including academic journals, reports, and research and policy briefs;- Collaborated with the program and communications team to identify the best methods and opportunities to use IYT data and external advocacy and engagement results;- Provided clear and helpful reports for staff and other stakeholders as needed to improve IYT’s strategies and programs;- Oversaw Salesforce database system and worked with the Salesforce Administrator to manage and refine the monitoring database; and- Developed data collection and security policies and practices and ensure compliance and quality across the organization. Show less

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  Woodland Community College

  Jul 2023 - now

  Director of Academic Excellence

  - Plan, organize, and manage the activities of the colleges Teaching and Learning Center and Tutoring Centers.- Coordinate professional development and Convocation activities for faculty, staff, and students.- Provide individual support for faculty or staff through technical support, classroom observations, etc.- Oversee recruitment, selection, and evaluation of student employees (tutors, Embedded tutors, SI leaders, and clerks). -Deliver academic success and/or professional development workshops.- Monitor, evaluate, provide accountability, report requirements, and manage the programs budget. - Coordinate, collaborate with, and support Student Services, including TRIO, EOPS, MESA, and similar programs.- Work with college and tutoring staff to ensure the promotion of the Teaching and LearningCenter activities, Professional Development, and the tutoring centers. Show less