EMILY O'CONNELL

262-349-696
oconn783@umn.edu
https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-o-connell-413641122/

EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE

University of St. Thomas  University of St. Thomas Orientation and Registration  
Expected Graduation: Spring 2021 Graduate Assistant
M. A. in Leadership in Student Affairs
Minneapolis, MN
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities May 2019 - Present
2019 Graduate Co-Organize first-year orientation for incoming first-year students. 
Psychology B.S. Lead the planning and execution of transfer orientation, spring orientation, and
Leadership Minor  individual orientations and all associated event management, publications,
assessment, and websites. 
Provide on-site troubleshooting and problem-solving during orientation programs. 
PROFESSIONAL Assist in the recruitment, training, and supervision of the orientation team. 
Work and interact with students, parents, staff, and faculty. 
DEVELOPMENT Support the overall efforts of the Dean of Students office. 

Higher Education Student 

 Association (HESA) Member (Sept

2019-present)
Minnesota College Professional
Association (MCPA) Member (Sept
2019-Present)
University of Minnesota Department of Curriculum and
Instruction
Academic Advising and Recruiting Services Graduate Assistant
Minneapolis, MN
September 2019 - Present 

Work in close partnership with Departmental Academic Advisers as support to

department level Student Support Services
Update and/or develop informational admissions and recruiting materials to
incorporate new initiatives, program changes, and/or to better meet student needs
Participate as needed in recruiting events, orientations, and additional
programming
Performed Transcript Evaluations for potential MEd candidates 
Communicated via email will current and potential students 
Worked alongside Faculty