Kelsey Woodford

2704 Riddings Ct Charlotte, NC 28269 (704)-222-4547 kwoodford925@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
M.Ed Higher Education Student Affairs Expected May 2017
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
B.S Communications - Public Relations May 2014

HIGHER EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

Center for Service Learning August 2015-Present
Graduate Assistant
Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC
Assist with the Ripple Effect Learning Community for 13 first year students
Supervise 9 upperclassmen mentors in the Ripple Effect Learning Community
Organize and advise the Ripple Effect as a student-run organization
Aid in the planning of alternative breaks and weekend trips to:
Chattanooga, TN
Washington DC
Nags Head, NC
Presents to undergraduate classes about opportunities for student involvement
Provide staff support for campus wide days of service, open houses, and campus events

Graduate Student Association April 2016-Present

President
Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
Responsible for planning and hosting executive board meetings and general monthly
meetings
Organizes outreach and social programs for graduate students
Developed internship position for the Graduate School
Serves on Chancellor's Leadership Council and Financial Assistance subcommittee

Rowan Cabarrus Community College May-August 2016

Graduate Intern for the Academic and Career Advising Center
Concord, NC
Assisted with advising students through the Goals, Planning, & Success (GPS) program
Collaborated with the admissions office on projects as needed
Gained understanding of how the Student Services Department operated
Office of Financial Aid January-May 2016
Graduate Intern
Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC
Assessed and updated financial aid programs
Provided informative outreach to current and prospective students and families
Applied knowledge and discretion on awarding aid various student populations
AmeriCorps Campus Compact July 2014-July 2015
VISTA
Goodwin College East Hartford, CT
Assisted with the Educational Opportunities Programs: Men of Vision in Education (MOVE)
and Women Invested in Securing Education (WISE)
Connected students with community and campus organizations for volunteer opportunities
Planned and coordinated events, trips, workshops and speakers
Created assessments for individual workshops and the MOVE/WISE program as a whole
Organized and assessed program data

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Western Carolina University Fall 2016
Instructor of University Studies (USI)
Designed 1-credit hour course focused on transitioning into university life for 12 students
Connected students to available resources on campus
Empowered students with flexible skills and strategies for academic and personal success

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
Financial Aid or Financial Burden: The Cost of Higher Education March 2017
National Association of Student Affairs Professional, 2017 National Conference
Three Minute Thesis Completion, First Place November 2016
Combining High-Impact Practices in the First Year: An Exploration October 2016
into the Ripple Effect Learning Community
National Learning Communities Conference (NLCC)

CAMPUS AND COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT

Medford Scholars Application Review Committee February-Present
Member
Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
Civic Action Plan Committee January 2017-Present
Member
Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
Member
Graduate Council Financial Assistance Committee August 2016-Present
Member
Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
Graduate Council Advisory Board August 2016-Present
Member
Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
Provosts Advisory Board for Academic Community Engagement December 2016
Member
Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
Service Learning Course Designation Committee October 2016
Member
Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
Graduate Student Association August 2015-April 2016
Vice President of Outreach and Communications
 Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC
Compliance Review Committee August- December 2015
Member
Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC

WORKSHOPS FACILIATED
Mo Money, Mo Problems Fall 2016
Financial literary and personal budget workshop

UNDERGRADUATE EXPERIENCES
The Peel Literature and Arts Review August 2012-May 2014
Public Relations Coordinator
Appalachian State University Boone, NC
Updated and maintained social media accounts
Worked with the editorial board to establish public relations priorities
Planned and publicized events

Appalachian Fund November 2013- May 2014

Student Caller
Appalachian State University Boone, NC
Used effective communication to solicit donations from university alum, parents, and
friends of the university
Recorded donation and donor information into donation software
Addressed concerns while maintaining a positive image of Appalachian State University

Upward Bound June-July 2012

Resident Assistant
Appalachian State University Boone, NC
Served as adult responsible for 50+ youth
Planned and oversaw activities
Taught video production class, final project semi-finalist in national competition

Appalachian and the Community Together September 2013-March 2014

Peer Leader, Alternative Service Experience
Appalachian State University Boone, NC
Planned and coordinated a spring break service trip to Savannah, TN
Facilitated and lead reflection on important social issues throughout the trip

PUBLIC RELATED EXPERIENCE

Charlotte Hornets Sports and Entertainment May 2013-August 2013
Public Relations Intern
Charlotte, NC
Responsible for daily media clips
Updated the Media Guide
Assisted with press conferences and community outreach events

AWARDS
Graduate Student Travel Award October 2016
Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
 Graduate Peer Service Award (x2) July 2015, 2016
Western Carolina Cullowhee, NC
Level 1 Leadership Award April 2013
Appalachian State University Boone, NC

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Assistant soccer coach for 5th Grade Girls Team Fall 2011-Fall 2013
Boone, NC
Journey Home: Innovative Solutions to Homelessness Spring 2015
Special Events Volunteer
Hartford, CT

PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT
NASPA, Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education