Ivan Lopez, MBA, MSEd

Experience

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  Montclair State University

  Jan 2016 - Aug 2016

  •Provided advising to a caseload of approximately 33 students in an effort to assist with academic, personal and financial acclamation•Facilitated and assisted group counseling sessions•Advised 130 incoming freshmen to acclimate each to college life and developed course plans •Coordinated a male empowerment program to assist with personal development and problem solving which resulted in increased leadership skills and retention for EOF male students•Assisted in implementation and partial facilitation of the Turning Point Program, which was designed to help EOF students on academic probation•Provided peer advising to case load of 100 students in effort to assist with academic, personal and financial issues

  • EOF Graduate Assistant

    Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  • Intern

    Jan 2016 - May 2016
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  Monmouth University

  Aug 2016 - May 2018

  •Provided support to the Service-Learning Coordinator and offered support to faculty teaching service-learning courses •Promoted service learning and community service events/activities the Monmouth student body•Created a resume guide to assist students and faculty incorporate service-learning experiences on their resume•Created a service-learning student program and manual •Planned, implemented, advertised & evaluated workshops available to all EOF scholars around the topic of academic success Show less

  • EOF Academic Improvement Plan Coordinator

    Sept 2017 - May 2018

  • Graduate Assistant

    Aug 2016 - May 2018
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  Liberty Science Center

  Sept 2016 - Sept 2017

  Interpretation & Adult Program Associate

  •Delivered engaging educational programs for diverse adult audiences, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and fostering a culture of lifelong learning through science and innovation•Collaborated cross-functionally with marketing, events, and education teams to create and execute innovative programming that enhanced brand visibility and audience engagement.

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  Montclair State University

  Jun 2017 - Aug 2017

  EOF Resident Hall Director

  • Oriented 131 freshman class to academic and student life organizations, programs, and services • Supervised 13 Peer Leaders/Resident Assistants and 131 freshmen while living at the residence hall • Assisted staff supervisors with training exercises during the six-week EOF Summer Academy • Assisted with the preparation and implementation of all summer academy activities and events

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  Rutgers University–New Brunswick

  Sept 2017 - Jun 2018

  •Advised SAS students and discuss registration, major and minorexploration•Participated in Academic Planning and Advisement Days and group advisingworkshops, guiding incoming students with course registration• Worked in close collaboration with the SAS Assistant Deans for Advisingand Academic Services •Served as a Retention Advisor for the First Year Retention Program •Facilitated two sections of the “Student in Transition” course to 33 transfer students to help them connect to the campus, and encourage them to become active and responsible members of the RU community Show less

  • Graduate Advisor

    Sept 2017 - Jun 2018

  • Course Instructor

    Sept 2017 - May 2018
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  Middlesex County College

  May 2018 - Aug 2018

  Academic Advising Coordinator

  •Provided in person and electronic academic advising for incoming freshmen•Facilitated group advising sessions and New Student Orientation presentation on navigating first year experience, student support resources, and financial aid information •Delivered guidance on meeting graduation requirement, course selection and registration•Facilitated and implement a student planning workshop to assist students with planning their two year course selection

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  Rutgers University - Newark

  Aug 2018 - Dec 2019

  Academic Advisor

  •Provided academic advising and counseling to undergraduate students by assisting them with problem-solving, and teaching them to advocate for themselves •Prepared comprehensive reports and presentations on student advising outcomes for university administration and stakeholder•Efficiently organized and prepared detailed meeting materials, including agendas, presentations, and logistics (e.g., room bookings, conference calls, and catering)•Utilized advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, to create presentations, manage calendars, and track important deadlines.•Oversaw marketing and communication initiatives for SPAA programs, increasing student engagement and participation in academic advising services.•Established and maintained productive contacts with assigned students throughout their undergraduate experience•Implemented tracking systems for internship program outcomes, resulting in improved placement rates and better alignment with student career goals•Managed the internship program for undergraduate students and coordinate student and supervisor evaluations Show less

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  Montclair State University

  Sept 2020 - now

  •Efficiently manage and coordinate academic advising schedules for 250 University College students, providing timely guidance on course selection, career development, and major decisions, while balancing multiple student appointments and prioritizing their academic needs.•Assist in onboarding new students by coordinating orientation sessions, preparing necessary documentation, and ensuring a seamless transition into the university•Handle sensitive and confidential student information with discretion, ensuring compliance with university policies and data protection standards•Provide administrative support for special projects, including preparing reports, conducting research, and coordinating cross-functional team activities•Manage the budget for the graduate assistant line, ensuring all expenditures align with allocated funds, proactively monitoring expenses to stay within budgetary constraints while supporting program needs efficiently•Analyze and interpret student performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement, leading to the development of targeted advising strategies•Represent University College on the Navigate Workflow and Training Team, a cross-campus collaborative group that contribute to the launch, configuration, design, implementation, and training of the platform for faculty and staff•Supervise and hire Graduate Assistants that will support the advising team within University College Show less

  • Academic Advisor

    Dec 2019 - now

  • Adjunct Professor

    Sept 2020 - now