Kali Rebecca Odell

2314 SW Hudson Street, Seattle, WA 98106

503.750.8818

KaliRebecca@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaliodell

EDUCATION
Master of Education, Student Development Administration
Seattle University, Seattle, WA
Bachelor of Arts, Politics and Government, Magna Cum Laude
University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA

(Expected) June 2015

May 2012

STUDENT AFFAIRS EXPERIENCE

Undergraduate Academic Advisor, Graduate Assistant
Albers School of Business and Economics, Seattle UniversitySeattle, WA

Sept. 2013 - Present

Advise 70-150 students on academic planning and integration into campus life.
Coach 5-10 probation students quarterly to identify challenges and develop academic improvement plans.
Use Datatel and Starfish databases to track students progress and issues of concern.
Train and supervise 10 New Student Mentors who advise Albers freshmen on the college transition.
Supervise the New Student Mentors quarterly events, including management of their $2,200 budget,
distribution of marketing materials, use of social media, and programming content.
Collaborate with the Albers advising team to interview and hire the New Student Mentors.
Organize the Albers mentorship program, which includes pairing 800 upperclassmen with 60 faculty
mentors and planning the Profs and Pizza event that kicks off the program.
Career Advising Intern
Career Services, Seattle UniversitySeattle, WA

Jan. 2015 - Present

Advise students on developing rsums and cover letters, interview skills, and job search strategies.
Facilitate in-class workshops on career discernment, rsum development, interviewing, and job searching.
Lead a weekly job search group to support participants career development processes.
Plan and facilitate Summer Job Search, an intensive three-hour workshop with an alumni panel that is
designed to help graduating seniors secure their first post-college jobs.
Collaborated with Student Activities to create a three-part video series on how students can incorporate
club experiences into internship searches and career materials.
Title IX Conduct Intern
Student Conduct, University of Puget SoundTacoma, WA

Sept. - Dec. 2014

Researched best practices and six institutions approaches to training investigators and adjudicators in
handling sexual misconduct cases.
Wrote report recommending changes to Puget Sounds current training processes.
Collaborated with other staff on the organization of open forums for student to provide feedback about
Puget Sounds sexual misconduct policies and procedures.
Compiled a summary of legal requirements and recommendations for compliance with Title IX.
NODA Orientation Intern
Campus Life, Presbyterian CollegeClinton, SC

Jun. - Aug. 2014

Created a nine-week, email-based leadership development training for 31 Orientation leaders.

Facilitated a multicultural development activity for Orientation leaders during on-campus training.
Coordinated the Campus Life Expo to connect students with the 40+ clubs on campus.
Collaborated on the planning, implementation, and evaluation of all Orientation programming.
Operated as on-site manager to resolve issues and monitor events over the four-day Orientation.
Developed a video intervention for the Orientation session on academic success.

CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Internship and Networking Committee Member
Sept. 2013 - Present
Seattle University Student Development Association (SUSDA), Seattle UniversitySeattle, WA
Collaborate with seven Internship and Networking Committee members to plan and prepare materials for
SUSDAs annual Internship and Networking Fair with 60+ employers.
Organize the preparatory workshop for the fair that includes resume reviews and tips for networking.
Recruit for the Student Development Administration Program at Seattle Universitys graduate fairs.
Peer Advisor
Office of Academic Advising, University of Puget SoundTacoma, WA

Aug. 2010 - May 2012

Partnered with faculty advisors to support the academic and social integration of 50-70 freshmen.
Advised students on good academic practices, registration, and the utilization of campus resources during
weekly office hours.
Organized registration pizza parties for advisees to socialize and share academic experiences.
Contacted each advisee monthly to discuss their progress, offer support, and answer questions.
Interviewed advisees on behalf of the Retention Task Force about their intent to continue as students.
Student Representative
Academic Standards Committee, University of Puget SoundTacoma, WA

Mar. 2011 - May 2012

Advocated for and voted on changes to Puget Sounds academic policies, including a pass/fail grading

option, qualifications for university honors, and transfer credits.

Assessed student petitions for policy exceptions based on academic records and personal circumstances.
Served on 10 hearing boards for students accused of academic dishonesty.

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Research Intern
Health Management AssociatesDenver, CO

Oct. 2012 - Jul. 2013

Researched developments in national and local healthcare policies for consultants and principals.
Drafted and proofed written reports, transcribed interviews, and scheduled meetings.
Administrative Assistant
Road ScholarClackamas, OR

May - Sept. 2012

Assisted with all phases of educational travel, including planning, implementation, and follow-up.
Compiled program information, such as financial, hotel, and transportation data, into databases.
Recruited volunteers and educational providers.

PRESENTATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Participant, Green Dot Training Certificate
Presenter, Higher Education Advisors as Adult Educators
Facilitator, Inclusive Learning Styles: Applications for Diverse Student Populations

Dec. 2014
May 2014
Dec. 2013

PROFESSIONAL AND ACADEMIC ASSOCIATIONS

Student Affairs Professionals in Higher Education (NASPA)
The Association for Student Conduct Administration (ASCA)
National Academic Advising Association (NACADA)
The Phi Beta Kappa Society
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Jan. 2015 - Present

Jun. 2014 - Present
Jan. 2014 - Present
Apr. 2012 - Present
Apr. 2011 - Present