TPE Candidate: C-1292

Christina M. Ferrari 555 Columbine Avenue, Lisle, IL 60532 – (630) 854-2421 – christinamferrari@gmail.com

www.linkedin.com/in/christinamayferrari – Twitter : @cm_ferrari3

EDUCATION________________________________________________________________________________________

Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois Master of Education in Higher Education Anticipated May 2014

DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois Bachelor of Arts in English, Creative Writing Concentration June 2012

Theatre Studies Minor

LEADERSHIP & EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING_________________________________________________________________ Graduate Program Assistant August 2012-present

School of Education, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois

Oversee recruitment, orientation, and applications for faculty-led study abroad programs to Rome, Italy

Collaborate with faculty to develop new theory-based course learning outcomes and produce several scholarly articles related to study abroad and student development at the graduate level

Evaluate pre-trip and post-trip assessment, the Global Perspectives Inventory (GPI), to benchmark student learning and cognitive, interpersonal, and intrapersonal development

Challenge Course Facilitator May 2013-November 2013 Office of Outdoor Education, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois

Led ropes course initiatives, team-building activities, and group reflection for 5-50 participants

Designed two to three hour curricula around relationship building, teamwork, trust, and critical thinking

Ensured health and safety of group members and verified equipment and environment Alternative Break Immersion Trip Leader September 2013-March 2013 Campus Ministry, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois

Planned a week-long service trip to Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Chelsea, Michigan for six students to explore food access issues and local farming

Managed a budget of $1,200 and allocated funds for gas, food, entertainment, and related expenses

Facilitated critical reflection activities and discussions using the Social Change Model of leadership Graduate Intern December 2012-May 2013

Center for Experiential Learning, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois

Designed and delivered a workshop series to help students understand and communicate their high impact learning experiences in terms of their personal and professional development

Created online modules and curricular tools such as lesson plans and activities for faculty to implement in service-learning courses

Student Leadership Intern November 2012-May 2013 Student Leadership Development Center, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois.

Facilitated Peer Leader trainings around leadership, identity, career, and community development

Co-supervised and supported five undergraduate Peer Leaders and selected new hires

Assisted in the restructuring and conceptualization of Peer Leader program to compliment department’s revised mission and goals

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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE_____________________________________________________________________________ Assistant Resident Director August 2013-present

Campus Housing, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois

Oversee academic initiatives including the Peer Mentor program and work with Faculty-in-Residence

Supervise and support Resident Assistants, Peer Mentors, and one Senior Peer Mentor

Advise the Resident Hall Council and manage the hall programming budget of $3,000

Adjudicate conduct cases, administer sanctions, and resolve policy violations

Theme Communities Intern August 2013-December 2013 Office of Residence Life, Roosevelt University, Chicago, Illinois

Developed assessment plan to evaluate program outcomes for the Gender, Diversity, & Inclusion floor

Advised the Gender, Diversity, & Inclusion and Explore Chicago Theme Communities to develop program identity and identify campus partners to establish collaborative relationships

Supported Theme Community Resident Assistants to develop programming on campus and in city

First Year Experience Graduate Intern Summer 2013 University Housing & Dining Services, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon

Coordinated the First Year Experience (FYE) Implementation Taskforce comprised of student and campus partners in order to create a comprehensive and cohesive residential FYE program

Assisted the Director of Residential Education with grant writing, presentations, and completed various projects to promote the FYE program in its inaugural year

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS_____________________________________________________________

Ferrari, C.M. & Fine, J.B. (2013). Developing global perspectives in short-term study abroad: High-impact learning through curriculum, co-curriculum and community. Manuscript submitted for publication.

Fine, J. & Ferrari, C.M. (In press). “Educational leaders in the crossroads of a global community.” In Harris, S. & Mixon, J. (Eds.), Building Cultural Community through Global Educational Leadership. Washington, DC: NCPEA (National Council of Professors in Educational Administration) Press.

Ferrari, C.M. (2013). Becoming role models of social justice. Prezi and activity presented at AACA (Association of Campus Activities Administrators) Leadership Summit, Roosevelt University, Chicago, Illinois.

Ferrari, C.M. & Fine, J.B. (2013). Through the crossroads: Study abroad & self-authorship. PowerPoint presented at the 2013 NASPA (Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education) IV-East Conference in Skokie, Illinois.

Ferrari, C.M., Bringman Baxter, K., Morgan, M., & Samuelson, R. (2013). Building bridges: Creating an interfaith friendly campus. PowerPoint presented at the 2013 Annual NASPA Convention in Orlando, Florida.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT________________________________________________________________________

Committee Member, Student Affairs Leaders of Tomorrow Undergraduate Conference June 2013-present NASPA IV-East Regional Conference Planning Committee Interfaith Retreat Staff September 2012-January 2013 Campus Ministry, Loyola University Chicago

Sexual Assault Crisis Management Training Summer 2012 Rape Victim Advocates