Yasi Raouf

25425 110th Ave SE #H201, Kent WA 98030| 206.687.0613 | raoufy@seattleu.edu

Education
Master of Education, Student Development Administration
Expected Graduation: June 2016
Seattle University
Bachelor of Art, English & Law, Societies, and Justice
August 2008
University of Washington

Higher Education Experience

International Student Advisor
March 2016
International Programs, Green River College

Advised students regarding registration, schedule planning, & transfer planning.

Educated students about transfer to 4-year institutions by evaluating their degree audit,
researching universities, and helping students to develop an educational plan for their
transfer process.
Assisted students in navigating college resources such as enrollment services and oncampus job opportunities.
Collaborated with advisors, marketers, and directors to provide educational planning
workshops.
Led the personal statement appointments for one-on-one of review personal statements.
Assessed student progress through quarterly report and follow up with students if they are
on academic
probation.
Educated and advise students about their I-20 status as it pertains to their current and
future study plans.
Used ISMS and Admin systems to create reports, assign registration appointments, and
remove blocks.
Maintained current knowledge on university admission guidelines and application
processes.

Student Development Intern

2015
TRiO Student Success & Transfer Center, South Seattle College

March 2015

April 2015-Dec

Developed and implemented the Academic Success Plan in collaboration with the Director
by facilitating focus groups, student surveys, and applying current student development
theory. This plan assists students who are struggling in school.
Advised students on university transfer processes, admission essays, and major-specific
requirements.
Connected students to resources in the community and at 4-year institutions to assist in
transfer planning.
Provided professional development training to TRiO staff on undecided majors. Presented
the most current research and provided useful strategies.
Worked with student Peer Mentors to assist them with workshop facilitation and
presentation skills, which led to weekly student-run workshops in the TRiO center

Yasi Raouf
25425 110th Ave SE #H201, Kent WA 98030| 206.687.0613 | raoufy@seattleu.edu

Assisted advisors with research and planning culturally responsive training for TRiO tutors
and peer mentors.

Program Intern
2014
Institute of Technology, University of Washington, Tacoma

June 2014 November

Advised incoming graduate students regarding admission, registration, and academic

planning.
Planned and coordinated the new student orientation for 45 students.
Developed and administered bi-weekly newsletter to current students regarding program
updates and university resources. Updated social media platforms with program
announcements.
Provided group and individual advising to students for summer and fall orientation.
Collaborated with department faculty to recruit new students into the masters program.
Managed the William H. Phillip Scholarship: Communicated with students regarding
scholarship availability, organized content of application for students, and compiled
evaluation criteria for assessing awardees.

Academic Tutor
September 2011
December 2011
Bellevue College Academic Success Center, Bellevue College

Assisted students with personal statements and research papers.

Worked with students on assignments and projects in social sciences and humanities
courses.
Collaborated with faculty members to ensure academic support aligned with course
curriculum.

Teaching Experience
EFL Instructor
August 2009- August 2011
Cheongwon Girls High School, Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education - Seoul, South
Korea

Conducted English conversation classes for 10 th and 11th grade high school students.
Developed and implemented the English Conversation class curriculum at Cheongwon
Girls High School.
Organized and facilitated seminars for students seeking to attend international
universities.
Led after school classes on advanced reading and writing.

Community Involvement
Program Coordinator
2015
Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program

May 2014 November

The Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program focuses on empowering youth between the ages of 11 to
14 through building their capacity for service in their community, developing literacy, and taking
ownership for their social and moral well-being. I served as a coordinator primarily in low-income
neighborhoods in Kent, serving a racially diverse group.

Yasi Raouf
25425 110th Ave SE #H201, Kent WA 98030| 206.687.0613 | raoufy@seattleu.edu

Facilitated weekly junior youth group meetings: create an inclusive environment for junior
youth to participate
in activities such as literacy development, service, arts, and healthy recreation.
Supported mentors of the Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program through training, field
visits, and
monthly reflection gatherings.
Collected quantitative and qualitative data about the program: attendance at group meetings,
frequency of
meetings, quality of interaction between the mentor and junior youth.

Presentations

Academic Success Plan, Managers of Student Services, South Seattle College, December
2015
Multicultural Students and Navigating College Settings, Kelly Ethnic Cultural Centers First
Year Retreat, University of Washington, October 2015
Learning Communities Beyond the First Year, Seattle University, March 2015

Professional Development, Awards, and Skills

Participant, National Association of Student Affairs Professional Conference

2015
American Association of University Women Career Development Grant Fellow
2015-2016
Academic Year
Graduate Student Council Representative
2014-2015
Academic Year
Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education Teacher of the Year Award
2010
Microsoft Office Suites, MyGrad System, SMS Admin System, and Degree Audit
Language Proficiency: English-Fluent, Farsi-Proficient, Korean-Beginner