Chelsea Metivier
6317 North Broadway Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660 (603) 244-9308 chelseametivier@gmail.com
Education
Loyola University Chicago Expected Graduation May 2017
Master of Education, Higher Education Student Affairs Chicago, IL
University of Richmond May 2013
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Political Science, Economics & Law (PPEL) Richmond, VA
Universidad Blas Pascal July 2011 December 2011
International Education Program, Spanish Language Crdoba, Argentina
Higher Education Experience
Department of Residence Life, Loyola University Chicago July 2015-Present
Assistant Resident Director, Graduate Assistantship Chicago, IL
Supervise, train, and evaluate a staff of twenty-eight resident assistants and desk receptionists
Participate in 24/7 on-call emergency response rotation serving 4,500 residential students
Co-author departmental and programmatic learning outcomes for alignment with University strategic plan
Organize and oversee recruitment, application, interview, and hiring processes for new student staff
Consistently troubleshoot problems, refer to resources, and provide counsel for residents and their families
Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Northwestern University January 2017-February 2017
Part-Time Application Reader Remotely
Conducted holistic first-review of 75 undergraduate applications on a weekly basis
Applied institutional admissibility standards to achieve enrollment objectives by providing valuable
comments and application recommendations
Specialized on reviewing applications to the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Utilized Slate CRM software for review of file and management of data
Undergraduate Admissions, InGenius Prep April 2016-December 2016
Former Admissions Officer Remotely
Provided individualized college application management and coaching for InGenius Prep clients
Created application strategy and college application list tailored to each client
Developed strong relationship with student and family to assist in identifying student needs and guiding
them to appropriate educational options
Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Georgetown University July 2014- June 2015
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor Washington, DC
Managed geographic area (District of Columbia, Upstate New York, and Pennsylvania) of approximately
1500 applications
Holistically reviewed applications by applying independent judgement in determining alignment with
admissibility standards, institutional priorities, and enrollment goals
Independently developed and implemented recruiting initiatives in territory, including visits to secondary
schools, community based organizations, and college fairs/panels
Built and maintained productive working relationships with college counselors from secondary
schools/community based organizations and managed access initiatives with school districts in territory
Facilitated Georgetown information sessions for large audiences of perspectives students and guests, as
well as targeted information sessions for specific populations
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Professional Internships
Student Diversity and Multicultural Affairs, Loyola University Chicago August 2016-Present
Ramblers Analyzing Whiteness (R.A.W.), Graduate Intern Chicago, IL
Develop and facilitate a six-part workshop series designed to engage R.A.W. participants in courageous
conversations regarding social justice, identity development, and allyship
Created trainings for group facilitators and the curriculum for weekly workshops
Faculty Center for Ignatian Pedagogy (FCIP), Loyola University Chicago October 2015-December 2016
Graduate Intern Chicago, IL
Coordinated logistical support and event planning for the Assessment Certificate Program (ACP)
Analyzed participant data from FCIP programs and initiatives for annual reports
Co-facilitated Introduction to Assessment and the Direct vs. Indirect Assessment workshops
Non-Profit Experience
Higher Achievement July 2013-July 2014
College Access & Alumni Programs, AmeriCorps VISTA Washington, DC
Counseled 250 alumni and families on college application process
Provided individualized support for finding best fit schools, essay writing, and interview preparation
Assessed progress effectiveness through data review, analyzing high school completion and college
retention and graduation rates
Created and executed events for college/career planning and development of professional skills
State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) January 2013- May 2013
College Access Challenge Grant Program (CACGP), Intern Richmond, VA
Interpreted data from high schools participating in CACGPs College Access Week and I Am the One
Clubs
Collaborated with CACPG staff on budget allocations and revision of goals and mission statement
Southern Education Foundation June 2012-August 2012
Southern Education Leadership Initiative (SELI), 2012 Corps Member New Orleans, LA
Completed SELI Internship at Friends & Families of Louisianas Incarcerated Children (FFLIC)
Created and revised School to Prison Pipeline presentations for parent and community member trainings
Researched and summarized the impact of classroom discipline methods, including but not limited to Zero
Tolerance policies and restorative justice programs
Bonner Center for Civic Engagement, University of Richmond January 2010-May 2013
Pathways to a College Experience (PACE) Team Leader Richmond, VA
Provided guidance to inner city Richmond high school students in college search and application process
Participated in college fairs and financial aid workshops at Richmond City Public Schools
Related Experience & Awards
Outstanding Leader Award; Graduate, Professional, & Adult Student Life, Nominated March 2017
Social Justice in Action Award; Graduate, Professional, & Adult Student Life, Nominated March 2017
SDMA Father Arrupe Award; Graduate, Professional, & Adult Student Life, Nominated March 2017
Dynamic Assessment Process Interviewer & Writing Coach; The Posse Foundation, Washington, DC,
October 2013 - June 2014
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Application Reader & Applicant Interviewer; College Success Foundation, Washington, DC,
December 2013 - June 2015
Vice President of Housing; Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women, Richmond, VA, January 2012 - January 2013
