Holly Kiser

Holly kiser

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Higher Education, Student Services Professional of 20+ years

  • Education

    • Baylor university

      1989 - 1993
      Bed english, secondary education

      BUGWB, Baylor University Golden Wave Band, French Horn Player, 4 yearsCircle KStudent Teaching

    • University of north texas

      1998 - 2001
      Med student services, higher education
  • Experience

    • Texas woman's university

      Jan 2000 - Jan 2004
      Coordinator of graduate recruitment

      Coordinator of Graduate Recruitment Responsibilities included developing and implementing plans for the recruitment of students for all 85+ graduate programs; assisting with new student orientation programs, visitation programs and tours; representing TWU at more than 70 recruiting events annually at universities, businesses, healthcare organizations, and governmental agencies; counseling, interviewing, and advising prospective students; assisting in the development and implementation of efforts to achieve overall enrollment goals; and resolving complex admissions situations. Show less

    • University of texas at arlington

      Jan 2004 - Jan 2005
      Assistant director of recruitment & professional programs

      Assistant Director of Recruitment & Professional ProgramsResponsibilities include planning and organizing recruiting activities for joint Bachelor’s degree program at Tarrant County College and UTA/Fort Worth; recruiting for five graduate programs, including Engineering Management, MBA, Healthcare Administration, Educational Leadership, and Social Work; assisting with New Student Orientation; preparing and presenting at prospective student Forums; working with area business and community leaders to provide information on educational and non-credit programming; developing marketing and advertising budget; working with agencies to create ads and monitor progress; represent UTA/Fort Worth to various civic and community groups; assist with graduation ceremonies. Show less

    • Texas wesleyan university

      Nov 2005 - Oct 2013
      Director of admissions

      Responsibilities include supervising, hiring, and training 17 staff members, including 1 assistant director, 11 recruiters and 5 support staff; preparing SACS assessment and goals; plan strategic recruitment plan, including travel and marketing initiatives; prepare and maintain office budget of $950,000+; evaluate and review admission applications; serve on various university committees, including the Admission and Financial Aid Committee and Retention Committee; work with Noel Levitz to strategize and created enrollment goals; provide reports on a regular basis to the President and Board of Trustees; work with various faculty and staff departments regarding recruitment, including performing arts and athletics; work to establish new initiatives and increase enrollment. Key Achievements:• Applications and enrollment has steadily increased since 2005• Expanded recruitment efforts, including efforts to expand community college collaborations• Increased scholarships for new students • Improved university’s marketing strategies to include online efforts and integrated Datatel processes Show less

    • Fort worth academy

      May 2015 - Mar 2019
      Director of admissions and marketing

      The Director of Admission & Marketing assists with all of the responsibilities of attracting students and getting them enrolled. I am responsible for developing marketing and strategic plans that will position the Academy as the independent school of choice of prospective students and their families. I implement marketing outreach strategies to increase awareness of the Academy and its mission, manages the school’s image both internally and externally and develops long-term strategies and implementation plans in accordance with enrollment priorities. This position reports to the Head of School, serves as a member of the school’s senior administrative team and works cooperatively with the senior leadership, Board of Trustees, faculty and staff. I have the opportunity to work with a highly collaborative team with a wide array of responsibilities in a busy, academic environment. Show less

    • Texas a&m university school of law

      Aug 2021 - Nov 2022
      Executive assistant to the associate dean of academic affairs

      Provides executive-level administrative assistance to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. Supervises the management of the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs’ calendar. Sets appointments and helps to manage the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs’ time with faculty, staff and students.Drafts correspondence and coordinates tasks and projects for the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. Oversees the maintenance of the central files for correspondence and other critical and confidential records. Assures the confidentiality of sensitive correspondence, reports and conversations. Coordinates travel arrangements. Reconciles travel expenses and payment card reports. Prepares academic affairs budget and tracks expenses.Assists the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs with planning, coordination, and execution of academic events. Reviews faculty course syllabi to ensure compliance. Serves as liaison for adjunct faculty. Annually updates the student handbook, student orientation notebook and adjunct faculty orientation handbook. Works with web administrator to ensure that academic program pages are up to date.Sets and maintains student appointments with the Academic Dean in confidential student matters. Serves as case manager for violations of academic standards, student code of conduct and honor code.Collects student field trip applications, coordinates students travel arrangements including visas, airfare, hotels, and ground transportation. Keeps up to date on University education abroad procedures and requirements. Assists the Director of Global Programs with projects as assigned.Provides executive-level administrative assistance to the Senior Associate Dean. Supervises the management of the Senior Associate Dean’s calendar. Sets appointments and helps to manage the Senior Associate Dean’s time with faculty, staff and students. Drafts correspondence and coordinates tasks and projects for the Senior Associate Dean. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Secondary teacher's certification

      State of texas
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Holly Kiser
      Phi Kappa Phi University of North Texas Honor Society
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Deacon

      Issued by University Baptist Church
      University Baptist ChurchAssociated with Holly Kiser
    • Board Member

      Issued by Fort Worth Youth Orchestra on Aug 2020
      Fort Worth Youth OrchestraAssociated with Holly Kiser