Gretchen Samchuck
BEAVER
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Penn State Beaver, adept in complex problem-solving and fostering cross-functional teamwork. Excelled in enhancing academic advising by significantly improving advising effectiveness through innovative strategies. Skilled in customer service and staff development, driving excellence and achievement in educational settings.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Advising Manager
Penn State Beaver
08.2002 - Current
- Assist current students with exploration of their interests and abilities to help them identify a major.
- Assist students with areas of difficulty and help them reach their potential through appropriate referrals and recommendations.
- Help make a welcoming experience to all first-year students and their families through the orientation process.
- Strengthen advising at the campus by educating faculty advisers on academic policies and resources.
- Help resolve student academic issues and conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate solutions.
Penn State Residence Life Coordinator
Penn State Beaver
08.1997 - 08.2002
- Assisted in coordinating move-in/move-out processes for efficient transitions between semesters or academic years.
- Implemented sustainable initiatives within the residence hall to promote environmental awareness among residents.
- Evaluated existing programs'' effectiveness by conducting regular assessments, leading to continuous improvement in Residence Life initiatives.
- Trained and supervised a team of Resident Assistants, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Geneva College
Beaver Falls05-1999
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05-1997
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Complex Problem-solving
- Staff training and development
- Documentation and reporting
- Relationship building
- Cross-functional teamwork
Accomplishments
- Helped increased our 1st year retention over the last three years by assisting in the implementing of the Peer Mentors into the First-Year Seminar curriculum.
- Achieved the Outstanding Advisor Award 2023-2024, 2008-2009, and in 2006-2007.
- Received the Staff Excellence Award 2011-2012 for quality service.
- Recognized by the Office of Vice President of Commonwealth Campuses for our outstanding efforts in our Student Success Committee initiatives with the with the Student Success Team Building Award 2022
Affiliations
- Adoption Connection, PA Board Member 2014- present
Timeline
Academic Advising Manager
Penn State Beaver
08.2002 - Current
Penn State Residence Life Coordinator
Penn State Beaver
08.1997 - 08.2002
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Geneva College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Pittsburgh
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