Judith Lynn Velasquez
judith.velasquez@ucr.edu
OBJECTIVE Enthusiastic Student Affairs professional seeking a full-time position in a diverse college community
EDUCATION Master of Education in College Student Affairs Graduated May 9, 2009
Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology/Administrative Studies Graduated June 12, 2005
University of California, Riverside
§ Emphasis in Marketing
EXPERIENCE Programs Manager January 2008-Present
Department of Housing, Dining, and Residential Services, University of California, Riverside
§ Coordinate the planning, marketing, and execution of residence hall and campus events including Welcome Week, Homecoming, and the Barn Event Series
§ Manage a programming budget of over $100,000
§ Directly supervise 14 student staff members and oversee the coordination of large scale events serving over 5,500 residents
§ Serve as a liaison for campus departments including Athletics, Student Life, and Dining Services
§ Assist in the recruitment and interview process for professional staff selection and student staff selection
§ Assess and evaluate residence life programs using surveys and statistical analysis
§ Created and implemented three student assistant positions for the Barn Event Series
§ Co-facilitated a 10-week student leadership seminar class
Graduate Assistant to the Special Advisor to the President September 2007-January 2008
Office of University Advancement, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA
§ Researched current trends in philanthropy and identified foundations for fund development
§ Identified key professional associations for networking and training opportunities
§ Assisted in event planning and execution for friends of the university and potential donors
§ Contacted individuals to speak at university forums and symposia
§ Assisted in the coordination of university events such as the Science Groundbreaking and Dinner Rally
Rental Secretary October 2005-September 2007
Crown Lift Trucks, Ontario, CA
§ Maintained and updated rental inventory Access Database containing over 5,000 assets
§ Coordinated the delivery, pick up, and sale of demonstration equipment
§ Performed monthly inventory reconciliation and generated monthly inventory reports
§ Assisted in answering rental calls and negotiating rental rates to ensure no loss profits
§ Organized event details such as supplies and catering for conferences and meetings
§ Assisted management with special projects such as composing confidential letters and PowerPoint presentations
§ Accepted responsibilities in absence of Rental Coordinator
Resident Program Director June 2004-June 2005
Department of Housing and Residence Life, University of California, Riverside
§ Directly supervised 10 Program Coordinators and shared responsibility of supervising 32 Program Coordinators at large scale events
§ Oversaw the scheduling and coordination of residence hall programming ensuring UCR Housing Programming guidelines were fulfilled
§ Performed quarterly evaluations of staff and held weekly staff meetings
§ Managed programming budget of $15,000 and additional budget for staff activities
§ Collaborated with university organizations and clubs such as UCR Dining, Education Abroad Program, and LGBT Resource Center for programming resources
§ Assisted in recruitment and interview process for Student Staff Selection
§ Coordinated Fall Training sessions and ongoing staff developments for programming staff
§ Assisted in editing Residential Life Parent Handbook
Program Coordinator August 2002-June 2004
Department of Housing and Residence Life, University of California, Riverside
§ Planned educational, academic, social programs for students living in the residence hall
§ Coordinated programs for large events serving 1,000+ University students
§ Promoted programs using creative marketing tools and strategies
§ Prepared audio equipment, stages, and projector screen for programs as needed
§ Created program files detailing planning procedures and program evaluation
PRESENTATIONS “Bi-polar Disorder: What student affairs professionals should know”
Azusa Pacific University, January 2009
“Disability Law”
Azusa Pacific University, November 2008
“International Student Services”
Azusa Pacific University, October 2008
“Programming 101”
Department of Housing and Residence Life, University of California, Riverside, September 2008
"Working with Artists, Agents, and Vendors"
Department of Housing, Dining, and Residential Services, University of California, Riverside, September 2009
“Working with Departments and Student Organizations”
Department of Housing and Residence Life, University of California, Riverside, September 2008
COMPUTER Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Lotus Notes, Internet Explorer, and
SKILLS SPSS
HONORS/AWARDS Cum Laude Graduate
Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society
