Dr. Saby Labor

Experience

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  California State University, Los Angeles

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2009

  Academic Site Coordinator, Project GEAR UP
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  University of Southern California

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2011

  Residence Coordinator
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  University of California, Riverside

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2010

  LGBT & Housing Concerns Intern

  http://out.ucr.edu/awards/Pages/SummerGraduateInternship.aspx

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  St. Cloud State University

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2012

  Academic Advisor, Access & Opportunity Program
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  Pasadena City College Counseling Services

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2011

  Educational Advisor
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  Metropolitan State University

  Aug 2012 - Dec 2018

  Design, instruct and evaluate Gender Studies courses for diverse community of traditional and post-traditional learners.Spring 2017 Course Includes:- Gender Studies 270: Gender, Race and Popular Culture (TRiO StartRight section)Fall 2016 Courses Include:- Gender Studies 367: Transgender Identities- Gender Studies 270: Gender, Race and Popular CultureSpring 2016 Course Includes:- Gender Studies 270: Gender, Race and Popular Culture (TRiO StartRight section)Fall 2015 Course Includes:- Gender Studies 367: Transgender IdentitiesSpring 2015 Course Includes:- Gender Studies 270: Gender, Race and Popular Culture (TRiO StartRight section)Fall 2014 Courses Include:- Gender Studies 201: Introduction to Gender and Women's Studies- Gender Studies 270: Gender, Race and Popular Culture Show less Plan, design, and implement evidence-based comprehensive educational opportunities, guide policy and practice to promote gender and sexuality inclusion, provide student advisement, as well as campus-wide initiatives with an emphasis on issues impacting women and LGBTQ communities of professionals and adult learners. Committee Involvement:- Title IX Committee, Leader for Campus SaVE Prevention and Awareness Education- Student Affairs Strategic Pillar, Leader for Diversity and Inclusion- Welcome Day, Co-Chair 2015 and Member 2013-2014- Preferred Name Task Force, Co-Chair- Women's Commission, Public Relations Chair- AQIP Category Two: Other Distinctive Objectives, Member- University Diversity Council, Union Representative- Gender Studies Advisory Council, Member- Transformational Leadership Retreat, Program Evaluation - Pan Asian Heritage and Awards Dinner, Student Leader Awards SubcommitteeInitiatives:- Established Campus Resource Center for Women's and LGBTQ Students- Hosted Safe Schools Summit with OutFront Minnesota- Campus SaVE Sexual Violence Prevention and Awareness Programming- Coordinated Women Powering Women Multicultural Leadership Series- Facilitated Numerous LGBTQ Workshops and Trainings- Cultivated Transgender-Inclusive Campus Climate - Coordinated Women's History Day Lecture and Community Resource Fair- Coordinated "Building Skills for Cultural Vibrancy" with Community Partner Show less

  • Community Faculty, Gender Studies Program

    Aug 2014 - Dec 2018

  • Women's and LGBTQ Student Services Coordinator and Retention Specialist

    Aug 2012 - Sept 2015
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  St. Cloud State University

  Sept 2015 - Apr 2016

  Graduate Assistant, Center for Doctoral Studies

  - Research and develop an international competency-based digital badges series- Assist faculty in Higher Education Administration master's and doctoral programs- Co-teach master's level practicum course with Dr. Christine Imbra- Assist with coordination of host events for University of Macerata graduate student delegation- Evaluate program competency alignment with that of national professional associations

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  Resilient Campus

  Jan 2016 - now

  Founder & CEO/Curriculum Developer & LGBTQ Inclusion Coach

  Resilient Campus is a coaching and consulting organization focused on issues of inclusion and leadership development. Services include one-on-one in-person and virtual coaching, equity and inclusion training for organizations, and designing curriculum and learning resources to meet your organization's needs.

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  University of Minnesota

  Aug 2018 - May 2021

  Director of the Gender and Sexuality Center for Queer and Trans Life

  Reporting to the Assistant Vice Provost for Equity and Diversity (OED), the Gender and Sexuality Center for Queer and Trans Life Director is committed to creating a strong and supportive campus environment for LGBTQ+ people and helping to foster a University community and campus climate that values and actively supports inclusiveness, equity, and diversity. The Director provides vision, leadership, and management oversight for Center programs and services on the Twin Cities campus. As a member of the OED leadership team, the Director works collaboratively with the OED leadership, including the directors of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, Disability Resource Center, the Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence, the Office for Business and Community Economic Development, the Office for Conflict Resolution, and the Women’s Center to further the vision and goals of OED and the University. The Director will also work collaboratively with collegiate and student affairs units and consultatively with other areas of the campus in addressing issues of climate for LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff, and visitors.The Director, with the Center staff, OED staff, and system-wide diversity professionals and allies, works to foster a supportive University community for LGBTQ+ people and others and helps educate and provide resources for all members of the University community about issues related to the experiences and perceptions of LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff, and guests. The Director communicates, educates, and consults with campus constituents about the needs and issues of LGBTQ+ people; supports those who experience harassment and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender expression; and directs individuals to additional resources available system-wide as appropriate. Show less

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  University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

  Aug 2019 - now

  Lecturer

  Teach the following graduate-level courses in hybrid in-person, blended online, and asynchronous online formats:Professional and Ethical Foundations of Student Affairs AdministrationSocial Justice and InclusionApplicable Terms:- Spring 2023- Fall 2022- Summer 2022- Spring 2022- Summer 2021- Fall 2019

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  Unpacking

  Apr 2021 - Jun 2021

  Lead LGBTQ Rights Curriculum Designer

  Lead the development of LGBTQ+ Rights curriculum through an intersectionality lens.

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  The Higher Ed Entrepreneur (Kayley Robsham Coaching)

  Jun 2021 - Dec 2021

  Mentor Coach

  I support the delivery of monthly group coaching sessions and direct client support for the SA Pro to CEO Program. Additionally, I co-lead a monthly BIPOC entrepreneur space with Diana Morris.

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  University of Minnesota Duluth

  Aug 2022 - Dec 2022

  Assistant Professor

  Develop and teach course, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies, in an online synchronous format for 20 undergraduate students.

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  California State University, Fullerton

  Mar 2023 - now

  - Lead, develop, implement, and assess university strategies geared toward career advancement programming for university staff and management; - Manage the Staff Development Center (SDC) facility, budget, and program portfolio- Oversee and implement management-specific training and development programs (i.e., Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Academy, Leadership Excellence and Development Program, Inclusive Leadership Symposium); - Develop and implement professional development opportunities, including leadership training, workshops, and seminars, to enhance university staff skills and competencies. - Design and facilitate peer support programs to support staff in their professional growth and development.- Evaluate the participation and effectiveness of staff learning and development programs. - Embed principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all content and initiatives for university staff within the programs overseen by this position Show less The Learning Program Manager develops, plans, promotes, implements, and evaluates learning programs, such as trainings, workshops, and other programming, that supports the University, Human Resources & Diversity and Inclusion, and the Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Programs' vision, mission, and strategic goals. The Manager serves in a leadership role, participates and works in collaboration with all units of the Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Programs in devising and implementing our learning strategy, under the guidance of the Assistant Vice President. The Manager's primary responsibility is to manage the DEI Learning Program and oversee content development and facilitation. Show less

  • Manager of Learning and Development

    May 2024 - now

  • Learning Program Manager

    Mar 2023 - Jul 2024