Erika Y.

Jackson
16 Marshall St. Apt 6G
Irvington, NJ 07111
(973) 698-5842 erikayjackson@hotmail.com

EDUCATION: Master of Arts in Student Affairs/Higher Education

New York University, New York, NY

Bachelor of Arts in Communications

New Jersey City University, Jersey City, NJ

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

2013 Present Graduate Academic Advisor / New York University

Applied Psychology Department, New York, NY
Aid students in the registration process, program requirements, licensure and
certification requirements, course selection, pass/fail options, withdrawls, leaves
and graduation clearance.
Respond to inquiries concerning all MA and Ph.D program offerings in Applied
Psychology Department.
Evaluate student applications and make recommendations for admissions.
Address students academic and personal emergencies.
Survey student transcripts from other schools to determine possible transfer
credits.
Plan and implement recruitment, orientation activities and other special events
for prospective and newly admitted students.
Review and recommend revisions to policies regarding advisement and
recruitment procedures for department.
Proctor Counseling Programs completion/exit exam Counseling Preparation
Comprehensive Exam (CPCE). Coordinate program thesis defense process.
Organize and implement departmental annual research conference. Evaluate
student proposal submissions.
Advisor for Steinhardt Black Graduate Society (SBGS), Student Counseling
Association (SCA), and HDSI Grad Society.
.
2010 Present Admissions Advisor / Montclair State University
The Graduate School, Montclair, New Jersey
Advised prospective, new and matriculated students on matters related to
admission procedures, academic programs, coursework, graduation and other
applicant and student issues.
Evaluated prospective student applications and made admission
recommendations in conjunction with chairpersons and graduate program
coordinators.
Assisted new and continuing students with course planning, time management
and registration issues.
Monitored students academic performance. Notified students of change in status
of academic standing.
Supported and advised potential and current Graduate Assistants on the process,
terms and policies of the Graduate Assistantship program.
 Provided advisement regarding appeals, probationary warnings, matriculation
status and academic dismissal.
Collaborated with other academic and administrative offices to maintain a
comprehensive academic advisement program.
Coordinated and facilitated recruitment fairs, information sessions, open houses,
new student orientations, Alpha Epsilon Lambda (Honor Society) induction
ceremony, convocation and commencement events.

2007 2010 Account Coordinator / American Red Cross of Greater NY

Health and Safety Services, New York, New York
Oversaw day-to-day operations of vendor management and account maintenance
for NY Red Cross Online Store, Local Chapter Red Cross Store, Authorized
Providers and Full Service clients.
Managed fulfillment operations, inventory and payments of merchandise and
supplies for NY Red Cross Online Store, Local Chapter Red Cross Store and in-
house resources.
Supervised and established collaborative relationship with Health and Safety
volunteers providing assistance in the department.
Reviewed and verified all departmental invoices.
Coordinated logistics related to departmental training.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

2005 Present Counselor / High School Academic Support Program

Post-Secondary Education Department, Newark, New Jersey
Provide resource information and aided in college searches for parents and
students interested in pursuing post-secondary education.
Aid students in the completion of college applications, scholarship forms, grant
submissions, loans and financial aid forms.
Mentor students regarding time management, academic and career goals.
Coordinate College Fairs and Tours. Created resource booklets, flyers and
signage advertising program events.
Teach SAT and High School Proficiency Test courses to students throughout
Essex County and neighboring Counties.
Work closely with local businesses and city/state officials to create employment
and scholarship opportunities for youth.

HONORS/AWARDS:
New Jersey Library Associations Service Award 2009
The Newark Public Librarys Presidents Award 2009

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
NACADA - National Academic Advising Association
NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education