Timothy A. Alvarez, Ph.D.

Experience

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  Eastern Wyoming College

  Jun 1990 - May 1993

  Recruited minority students grades six through twelve from the local school district. Organized and facilitated advisory committee, developed and maintained working relationship with middle and high school administration, arranged mentor-ship program for Adopt-A-Scholar participants with EWC's athletic teams, student organizations, and faculty. Developed and organized three-day Summer Youth Conference for minority students, which included arranging regional and local minority speakers and presenters, scheduling workshops and activities, organizing meals, residence hall arrangements, extra-curricular activities, and transportation for students. Assisted with academic advising of Adopt-A-Scholar students in high school and college. Reviewed and tracked academic progress of Adopt-A-Scholar participants. Administered and reported, bi-annually, on the Wyoming Educational Trust Fund grant project. Researched additional foundations and other sources of funding. Wrote and submitted grant proposals to appropriate organizations. Show less Administered and scored vocational interest, ability, and work values instruments. Evaluated clients' needs, values, preferences, and personal traits with regard to career choice. Utilized the Guide for Occupational Exploration, Dictionary of Occupational Titles, Occupational Outlook Handbook and numerous other reference materials to write vocational evaluation reports based on clients' interests and aptitudes. Conducted post-staffing with clients to interpret the results and make appropriate recommendations concerning strategies to obtain gainful employment. Taught College Studies freshman orientation class. Assigned as academic advisor for "at risk" students. Serve on numerous committees and advisory groups within the college and community. Show less

  • Director, Adopt-A-Scholar Program (half-time) [Wyoming Educational Trust Fund grant program],

    Jun 1990 - May 1993

  • Vocational Evaluator (half-time)

    Jun 1990 - May 1993
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  University of Nebraska–Lincoln

  Jun 1993 - Jan 1995

  Assistant Director of Admissions

  Responsible for all aspects of admission including recruitment, correspondence, application processing and review of high school and college transcripts to determine admission status of applicants seeking admission. Additionally accountable for allowing students to be admitted on a conditional basis and to monitor their progress toward removing any academic deficiencies once enrolled. Initiated a computer database program to maintain and track conditionally admitted students. Also responsible for reviewing applications to determine residence classification from students seeking to gain residence status for tuition purposes. Conducted residency and admission information sessions for parents, students and other appropriate organizations. Interpreted and revised "new" residence policy application according to the Board of Regent's definition of State statutes. Represented the Office of Admission on various groups and committees. Show less

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  University of Nebraska-Lincoln

  Jun 1995 - May 1999

  Academic Advisor/Coordinator of Minority Students

  Performed all duties related to advising undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students seeking initial teacher certification, particularly students in Athletic Training, Health and Physical Education, Community Health Education, Art Education, Vocational Education and many secondary education fields. Established programs of study according to degree and certification requirements. Assisted in recruitment and retention efforts. Served as advocate for students with faculty, liaison between faculty and students. Served as liaison with college and university committees related to advising.Acquired additional responsibilities in1997 for the recruitment and retention of students of color within the Teachers College. Developed faculty/student mentor-ship program, initiated new student group for students of color, assisted in conjunction with Lincoln Public Schools in the development of an internship program for under-represented populations. Developed recruiting strategies to increase the pool of teachers of color, including letter writing and phone calling campaigns, as well as visits to cities across the state of Nebraska. Organized a tracking system to monitor the academic achievement of students of color. Assisted with disbursement and selection of Margaret Schorr Scholarship fund recipients. Tournament Chairman for the Tee Up Fore Talent golf tournament in its inaugural season - summer 1998; funds to be utilized to establish new scholarships for students of color pursuing teaching certification. Show less

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  Western Nebraska Community College

  Jun 1999 - Jul 2007

  Vice President of Student Services

  Responsible for all functions and operations related to student services at all three Western Nebraska Community College sites serving 17,000 square miles, including: admissions, athletics, international student admissions, marketing, financial aid, retention, academic advising, counseling, services for students with disabilities, TRIO grant programs (Student Support Services, Upward Bound for pre-college students and for Veterans), records and registration, graduation exercises, residence halls, food service, student organizations and activities, Guadalupe Outreach Center, diversity programs, career assistance and internship program, and single parent and displaced homemaker program. Member of President’s Cabinet where institutional issues are addressed with respect to institutional compliance with federal and state regulations, campus-wide development of institutional initiatives and strategic planning, facility and building improvements, staffing considerations, as well as academic program development. Served as college judicial officer, chair of Student Services Council, and member of campus-wide Student Learning Committee (Assessment Committee) and served on numerous college committees Show less

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  University of Nebraska–Lincoln

  Aug 2008 - Jun 2014

  Coordinated Student Affairs Graduate Assistantship Cohort Program from 2007-2013. Responsible for recruitment, selection, orientation, assigned and arranged graduate assistantships. Facilitated graduate seminar, campus visits, case study competition, summer research projects, and proposal development to present at regional and national conferences. Attended faculty meetings and assisted Department of Educational Administration with curriculum development and course placement. Advisor for graduate students and member of numerous doctoral committees. Show less Serve as university-wide student ombudsperson, for graduate and undergraduate students. Supervise director of the TRIO grant programs (Student Support Services, Classic Upward Bound for pre-college students, Upward Bound for Math and Science, and Educational Talent Search). Oversee special projects such as Parent’s Association, Outstanding Student Leader Award, and Division-Wide Assessment. Supervise student affairs office staff. Human resources liaison with signature authority to approve job requisitions, and leave and time sheets for entire division. Coordinate and facilitate annual departmental reviews. Oversee multicultural programs in student affairs. Fund manager for Pepsi Events and Diversity Program funds and CSAD Diversity and Conference Attendance funds. Assist with Davis Chamber Scholarship Program. Provide support for Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Show less Responsible for comprehensive academic support program for a diverse student body by providing programs and services that foster an understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity. Provided input and recommendations to the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center Construction Committee related to the construction, design, and furnishing the new center. Supervised four professional staff members; reviewed, approved and recommended budget expenditures. In collaboration with staff and the Office of Undergraduate Studies developed a strategic plan replete with initiatives, priorities and timelines. Show less

  • Assistant Professor of Practice/Graduate Faculty Associate

    Jan 2008 - Jun 2014

  • Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

    Aug 2007 - Jun 2014

  • Interim Director of OASIS (Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services) and the Culture Ce

    Aug 2008 - Jan 2009
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  North Dakota State University

  Jul 2014 - Dec 2017

  The Vice President for Student Affairs is the senior student affairs officer. Provide leadership and vision in creating a campus culture that advocates for and promotes the academic achievement and personal development of all students; fosters collaborative relationships among students, faculty, staff, alumni and the greater community; and is a key leader in providing a safe, welcoming and educationally supportive campus environment for students and guests.Responsible for the overall leadership, administration and management of a comprehensive division relative to most major research universities, including student affairs assessment. The Division encompasses all out-of-class aspects of student life and all campus-based student wellness units, and provides leadership and employment for approximately 350+ FTE and 700+ student staff, and oversee a growing $85 million student affairs budget. The Student Life unit includes orientation, student success programs, TRIO programs, student conduct, residence life, dining, student involvement, student government, student union, Greek life, student leadership programs, athletic academics, service learning, bookstore, conference programs, sexual assault prevention programs, study abroad, international programs, multicultural programs, LGBTQA programs, and the ID card center. The Student Wellness unit includes the student health service, career services, counseling center, wellness center, and disability services. Show less

  • Vice President for Student Affairs

    Jul 2014 - Dec 2017

  • Adjunct Faculty - College of Human Development

    Jul 2014 - Dec 2017
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  NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education

  Jan 2018 - Jun 2018

  Senior Fellow

  Provide leadership and expertise on a project funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to establish a key backbone and coordinating role for an emerging collective impact network focused on improving student success and outcomes for minority, low-income undergraduates via scaled and impactful implementation of high quality advising.

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  Otero College

  Jul 2018 - Aug 2023

  President

  Responsible for improving the quality of life and economic well-being of the Colorado citizens and communities by providing access to a quality learning environment and foster student success. Provide leadership and vision in creating a campus culture that advocates for and promotes the academic achievement and personal development of all students; fosters collaborative relationships among students, faculty, staff, alumni and the greater community; and is a key leader in providing a safe, welcoming and educationally supportive campus environment for students and guests. Show less

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  Self Employed

  Aug 2023 - now

  Retired President Emeritus - Otero College