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Roslyn R. Gowens
StrengthsQuest: Restorative, Empathy, Relator, Developer, Achiever
864-608-8425 gowensroslyn@gmail.com

EDUCATION

Masters of Education | Higher Education and Student Affairs Expected May 2019
Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC

Bachelor of Science | Criminology and Criminal Justice May 2016


Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Graduate Assistant/Program Coordinator July 2018 – Present


Leadership Programs
Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC
• Advise the current Freshmen Leadership Institute, a first-year leadership development program.
• Plan, coordinate, and assess the Walt Disney World Leadership Experience; an alternative fall
break facilitated in Orlando, Florida with 90 students and $100,000 budget.
• Teach within the Leadership Minor, focusing on the social-change model of leadership.
• Assessment analysis for Leadership and Student Involvement programs and initiatives.
• Coordinate and assess the iLead Workshop Series, focusing on enhancing student’s leadership
skills.
• Determine budget expense for departmental spending.

NPHC Advisor January 2018 – Present


The Office of Greek Student Engagement and Development
Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC
• Advise the on-campus National Pan-Hellenic Council.
• Co-advise the on-campus College Panhellenic Association.
• Develop semester plans for each chapter and communicate with chapter advisor to encourage
accomplishing their goals.
• Develop and lead training programs on hazing prevention, alcohol awareness, sexual assault and
best practices.
• Promote unity and inclusion across Panhellenic, Interfraternity, and National Pan-Hellenic
Councils.
• Create curriculum for Greek leadership retreat that occurs during the beginning of each
semester to encourage development of new leaders.
• Coordinate and organize workshop series, educational initiatives, programs and events for the
PHA, IFC and NPHC organizations.
• Organize Greek 101 a model required for all potential new members.
• Create programs to encourage continuous academic success and mental health awareness.
• Co-chair search committee for the Assistant Director of Greek Student Engagement and
Development position.
• Assist with recruitment, and maintaining positive relationships with potential new members,
even if not eligible during current recruitment year.
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Graduate Intern August 2017 – Present


Intercultural Affairs
Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC
• Assist in implementing campus programs in order to promote inclusive values and encourage
social justice amongst all cultures.
• Attend weekly meetings to discuss developing as a paraprofessional and best or quality practices
for entering into the field.
• Assist in strategically developing new initiatives to combat racial tensions across campus.
• Participated in staff meetings to plan events based on school and departmental theme.
• Assist to plan and organize Tunnel of Oppression yearly event.

Assistant Program Coordinator May 2018 – August 2018


The Store & Center for Student Engagement
George Washington University | Washington, DC
• Supported team initiatives within the CSE, and the overall GW community.
• Oversee the operations and growth of the Store: GW’s Food Pantry.
• Maintained and developed community relationships in order to create multiple ways to access
food for the bank.
• Advised and supported the student organization that manages the daily functions of the pantry.
• Assisted in creating 501c-3 for The Store and assisting in other university pantry efforts.
• Assisted in developing a laptop loan program for students across campus.

Graduate Intern January 2018 – May 2018


The Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Programs
Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC
• Assisted in implementing, coordinating, and marketing of the Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership
Honor Society.
• Coordinated and organized leadership retreats for incoming students.
• Cross-trained in the areas of Student Organizations, Student Government Association, Cat
Camp, Lead Learning Community’s and other leadership programs.
• Assessed and analyzed data for Leadership and Student Involvement programs and initiatives.

Graduate Assistant August 2017 – May 2018


Mentoring and Persistence to Success (MAPS)
Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC
• Advised students that identify as homeless, previous fostered, first generation and those with
previous low high school GPA’s.
• Produced semester plans with students to ensure their success in education.
• Assisted in interview process to hire student leaders for various positions.

Shelter Case Manager June 2016 - August 2017


Helpmate Incorporated | Asheville, NC
• Developed a comprehensive client-driven case plan with both short and long-term goals.
• Empowered clients to gain control based on the Power-Control Model.
• Evaluated progress toward client goals during weekly sessions.
• Created a healthy and safe environment for women and children in a residential setting.
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Course Prefix: Course Title: Year/Semester: # of Students:

Lead 140 (2 credits) Freshman Leadership Institute Fall | 2018 25

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS & WORKSHOPS

Food Insecurity and Hunger on Campus Panel July 2018


American College Health Association Conference
George Washington University | Washington, DC

“Expected to be Strong” Research Poster Presentation March 2018


Graduate Research Symposium
Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC

“Mirror Mirror on the Wall” March 2018


Leadership by Inclusion Conference
Queens University | Charlotte, NC

“Expected to be Strong” February 2018


Counseling and Career Services Training
Western Carolina University| Cullowhee, NC

Tunnel of Oppression Facilitator February 2018


Debriefing Room Facilitator
Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC

UNIVERSITY SERVICE

Career Services Hire Attire October 2018


Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC

Graduate School Peer Mentor August 2018 – Present


Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC

Search Committee: Greek Life Assistant Director August 2018 - Present


Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC

HESA Student Ambassador May 2018 – Present


Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC
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HONORS & AWARDS

1st place winner WCU 3 Minute Thesis Competition November 2018


Presentation Title: Expected to Be Strong

Graduate School Recruitment Series: Highlighted Student April 2018

1st place winner ACPA National Case Study Competition March 2018

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated 2015 – Present

American College Personnel Association ` 2018 – Present

National Association of Student Personnel Administrators 2018 – Present

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Safe Zone November 2017

National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI) August 2018

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