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    This document summarizes the education and experience of Yanira Quezada. She has a Master's degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs from Northern Illinois University and a Bachelor's degree in Latino/a Studies from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Her experience includes roles in programming, advising student organizations, and office support at various universities. She has held leadership positions in several cultural and professional organizations.

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    This document summarizes the education and experience of Yanira Quezada. She has a Master's degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs from Northern Illinois University and a Bachelor's degree in Latino/a Studies from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Her experience includes roles in programming, advising student organizations, and office support at various universities. She has held leadership positions in several cultural and professional organizations.

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    Yanira Quezada

    EDUCATION
    M.S.Ed in Higher Education and Student Affairs, Northern Illinois University May 2023

    B.A. in Latino/a Studies, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign May 2020


    Minor in Leadership Studies
    Illinois Leadership Center Leadership Certificate

    Lane Tech College Prep High School June 2015

    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
    Programming Graduate Research Assistant August 2022 - Present
    Center for Black Studies DeKalb, IL
    ● Responsible for assisting in the creation, implementation, and management of series programming to enhance student
    leadership, personal and professional development
    ● Planned and collaborated with a variety of departments and student organizations on programs to enhance student
    leadership, personal, and professional development
    ● Assist in the assessment for a range of programs and services to determine student engagement
    ● Represented the department at events on-campus, meetings, committees, and prospective student and family events
    ● Oversaw the development and maintenance of the CBS online presence including, but not limited to the NIU calendar,
    social media, and other forms of electronic communication
    ● Created marketing materials for all CBS sponsored events and social media accounts

    Programming Graduate Intern May 2022 - July 2022


    Office of Undocumented Student Support
    DeKalb, IL
    ● Attended trainings and conferences that present information regarding undocumented students
    ● Researched, compiled and dispersed various undocumented student support resources and opportunities on campus
    ● Provided support and fostered a safe environment for students during interactions and through building rapport
    ● Assisted in advising and overseeing programs, events and marketing initiatives sponsored by the office including, but
    not limited to programming raising awareness on mixed status families, immigration policies and DACA renewal
    ● Managed all logistics for programs and events such as budget, meeting space, promotion, contracts and collaborations
    ● Oversaw the development and maintenance of the CAB online presence including social media

    Programming Graduate Assistant July 2021 - May 2022


    Campus Activities Board DeKalb, IL
    ● Co-advised the Campus Activities Board (CAB) six executive officers
    ● Worked effectively with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences
    ● Helped in the planning and implementation of training for CAB executive officers
    ● Collaborated with Holmes Student Center staff to provide event planning and technical services for CAB events
    ● Assisted in advising and overseeing all programs, events and marketing initiatives sponsored by CAB, including Week of
    Welcome, Homecoming, and Spring Welcome
    ● Oversaw the development and maintenance of the CAB online presence including, but not limited to, Huskie Link, social
    media, and other forms of electronic communication
    ● Provided guidance and advisement in the interpretation and implementation of the CAB governing documents to lay the
    groundwork for the future of CAB
    ● Co-coordinated the recruitment, hiring, training, and ongoing development and accountability of CAB student leaders
    ● Assessed needs, developed training materials, and executed training for CAB executive officers
    ● Established the foundation of a Homecoming tradition by coordinating with campus partners and establishing the
    Homecoming Court and Royalty eligibility criteria
    ● Restructured the Homecoming Court and Royalty selection and campus wide voting process
    ● Spearheaded the Homecoming Court and Royalty coronation event
    ● Conducted benchmarking for regional and national best practices regarding Homecoming Court and Royalty eligibility,
    selection, and voting processes
    ● Created effective partnerships with student organizations, university offices and constituencies concerned with the
    development and success of campus wide student programs and activities
    ● Represented the department at prospective student and family events

    Office Support Undergraduate Assistant August 2019 – May


    2020
    Asian American Cultural Center Champaign, IL
    ● Routinely logged facility expenses for all programming for at least 15 financial accounts
    ● Aided with data collection of the facility’s daily usage by community organizations, registered student organizations, and
    university departments as well as the center’s program attendance
    ● Maintained the specialized resource library and create displays for special programs
    ● Assisted with the facilitation and documentation of weekly programming geared toward the international student
    population

    Coordinator May 2014 – August 2016


    YIPEE Summer Program Chicago, IL
    ● Collaborated with onsite and offsite co-coordinators to devise a nine-week lesson plan on environmental education,
    nutrition, and safety for low-income youth (ages 6-12)
    ● Organized field trips to museums, park districts, and libraries for a group of 40-43 youth, 10 permanent staff members,
    and 15 weekly rotating volunteers
    ● Trained permanent staff and weekly rotating volunteers on mission statement, daily operations, and weekly goals

    Manager September 2017 – May 2018


    Zorba’s Restaurant Champaign, IL
    ● Managed staff and ensured daily task completion
    ● Oriented and trained new employees on closing procedures and customer service practices
    ● Accomplished staff results by effectively communicating job expectations
    ● Sustained excellent service by enforcing quality and customer service standards

    LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCES
    Alpha Phi Gamma National Sorority, Inc. – Beta Chapter DeKalb, IL
    Marketing and Public Relations Chair January 2022 – Present
    Stroll Coordinator January 2022 – Present
    Ritual Chancellor January 2023 – Present
    Associate/Affiliate/Alumni/Inactive (AAAI) Sisterhood Chair January 2022 - July 2022
    Philanthropy and Service Chair August 2023 - December 2023
    ● Oversaw the development and maintenance of the Beta Chapter’s online presence including, but not limited to, Huskie
    Link, social media, and other forms of electronic communication
    ● Designed all social media marketing material including but not limited to, event fliers and social justice statements
    ● Exercised management and organizational skills through facilitation of 2-hour practice sessions once a week for a group
    consisting of about 10-15 non-dancers
    ● Created and designed new and modern website for organization

    Program Coordinator October 2019 - July 2020


    Director of Marketing and Public Relations May 2019 – January 2020
    Asian Pacific American Coalition
    Champaign, IL
    ● Coordinated with a cultural center and over 20 registered student organizations to create workshops and art exhibits
    featuring prominent figures in the APIDA community
    ● Created social justice statements in collaboration with 20 registered student organizations
    ● Advocated for social justice movements and initiatives
    ● Initiated and disseminated a weekly newsletter to representatives of over 22 affiliated registered student organizations

    Vice President of External Affairs April 2018 – April 2019


    Vietnamese Cultural Night Show Director May 2016 – April 2017
    Intern November 2015 – April 2016
    Vietnamese Student Association
    Champaign, IL
    ● Coordinated annual cultural showcase performance practice sessions for over 60 participants
    ● Advocated to University funding boards to receive full funding to cover the costs of a cultural showcase and cost of
    attendance to regional leadership conference
    ● Established the first annual senior recognition ceremony

    Community Outreach Content Creator Volunteer August 2017 –


    December 2017
    University YMCA Champaign, IL
    ● Created outreach content for social media accounts for the local Spanish-speaking community
    ● Connected Spanish-speaking community members to local resources
    ● Translated important documents, handouts, relevant news for Spanish-speaking community members

    SKILLS
    ● Fluent in Spanish
    ● Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
    ● Intermediate in video editing (Sony Vegas Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro)

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