TERRIE TRAN

Experience

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  UCLA School of Nursing

  Jun 2002 - Jun 2005

  Administrative Assistant

  Provided administrative support to staff and faculty: processed reimbursements for purchases and travel expenses from conferences, processed invoices and paid bills, posted faculty position openings in major nursing magazines and newspapers, purchased lab supplies and classroom equipment for faculty and nurses and order maintenance service agreements.

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  UCLA

  Aug 2002 - Jun 2004

  Resident Assistant

  Student leader position: served as mentor, advisor, and program coordinator for 50-80 residents. Enforced policies and promoted responsible behavior.

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  UCLA Office of Residential Life

  Aug 2004 - Jun 2005

  Assistant Resident Director

  Shared responsibility in managing university residence halls and served as supervisor, mentor, and support staff for 800+ residents and 9+ student staff. Advised hall councils and theme communities. Collaborated with various colleagues on events, trainings, and initiatives to promote leadership, professional and personal development, holistic wellness, and academic success.

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  Willamette University

  Jul 2005 - Jul 2008

  Area Coordinator

  Managed multiple university residence halls and served as supervisor, mentor, and support staff for 400+ residents and 10+ student staff. Served on after-hours on-call rotation to respond to crises and emergencies on the university housing area. Advised hall councils and living learning communities. Collaborated with various colleagues on events, trainings, and initiatives to promote leadership, professional and personal development, holistic wellness, and academic success.

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  The Light at the End of the Tunnel Project

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2008

  Advisor
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  UCLA Office of Residence Life

  Oct 2008 - Jul 2009

  Assistant Resident Director

  Shared responsibility in managing university residence halls and served as supervisor, mentor, and support staff for 1000+ residents and 18+ student staff. Served on after-hours on-call rotation to respond to crises and emergencies on the university housing area. Advised hall councils and theme communities. Collaborated with various colleagues on events, trainings, and initiatives to promote leadership, professional and personal development, holistic wellness, and academic success.

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  UCLA

  Oct 2008 - Jul 2009

  Assistant Resident Director
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  California State University, Fullerton-Housing & Residence Life

  Aug 2009 - Aug 2013

  Residential Community Coordinator

  Managed multiple university apartment complexes and residence halls and served as supervisor, mentor, and support staff for 400+ residents and 21+ student staff. Served on after-hours on-call rotation to respond to crises and emergencies on the university housing area. Collaborated with various colleagues on events, trainings, and initiatives to promote leadership, professional and personal development, holistic wellness, and academic success.

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  Semester At Sea / ISE

  Jan 2012 - May 2012

  Resident Director

  Sailed the world with students, colleagues, and life-long learners. Supported students with their social and mental health needs. Led groups on field trips. Bahamas-Brazil-Ghana-South Africa-Mauritius-India-China-Hong Kong-Vietnam-Japan-Singapore

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  UC Santa Barbara

  Aug 2013 - now

  Assistant Director

  Member of the management team. Supervise 5-10 full-time professional staff who oversee the day-to-day student life operations of apartment complexes and residence halls. Responsible for hiring, training, and evaluation of full-time staff. Coordinate with mental health coordinators and clinicians to ensure holistic support for students who experience mental health crises. Contribute to departmental decisions and long-term strategic planning efforts.

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  Self-employed

  May 2022 - now

  Life & Wellness Coach

  I am honored to serve as a guide and champion for clients as they design the life they want. In 30-60 minute 1:1 sessions, I implement evidence and theory-based techniques to facilitate my clients' exploration of strengths, values, mindsets, and other internal resources that enhance their capacity to work through obstacles, achieve goals, and tap into their greatest potential.