Meleina A. Sega
3341 Gerrard Avenue
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 379-7872 mobile
segama@uwec.edu
Education
Education Specialist Degree (Ed.S.) in Career and Technical Education, University of
Wisconsin-Stout, expected 2009
Concentration: Professional Education; Dual program emphasis: Program development
and evaluation; Leadership and supervision
Master of Science (M.S.) in Training and Development, University of Wisconsin Stout, 2006
Thesis topic: Training and needs assessment technique improvement in customer service
through a field observation study
Family Service Credentialing, Eau Claire Area School District, 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Human Services, University of Wisconsin-Superior, 2001
Concentration: Communication
Grants
Contributor - Springboard: Math Summer Program; Closing the Achievement Gap,
University of Wisconsin System - Office of Academic Diversity and Development,
funded $51,000 for FY08/09
Contributor – Pre-College: Reach for Excellence Summer Program and Pre-College:
Youth Excellence Program - Year-round, Department of Public Instruction (DPI), funded
$85,800 for FY 07/08/09
Proposals
Student Technology Fee for renovations and upgrades to the student lab and technology
resources in the Multicultural Student Services Office, University of Wisconsin-Stout,
funded $14,500 for FY 07/08
Contributor (advisor capacity) – Cultural Activities Fund for Black Student Union to
attend National Black Student Union Conference, University of Wisconsin-Stout, funded
$2,500 for FY07/08
Contributor – STOUTWard Bound: Summer bridge program for incoming minority
freshman, University of Wisconsin-Stout, funded $8,500 FY07/08, funding encumbered
$12,500 FY08/09
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Professional Experience
Educational Administration
Recruiter and Advisor, Teacher Education Program in the College of
Education and Human Sciences, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Eau Claire,
WI. 2008 – current
Recruitment:
 Demonstrate multiple multicultural competencies in working with students and
families
 Develop and focus on regional recruitment strategies and devise a long range
recruitment plan to be incorporated into the Teacher Education Program strategic plan
 Demonstrate competencies/knowledge of K-12 education
 Demonstrate ability to navigate cultural aspects of communities of color
 Assist the admissions office with targeted recruitment of students of color
 Understand the programs in mathematics, science and special education
Retention:
 Devise mechanisms by which the needs and concerns of students of color and those
seeking licensure in critical needs areas are communicated to administration/faculty
in the Teacher Education Program
 Work with campus offices to develop specific targeted retention programs for teacher
education candidates
 Collaborate across departments to address obstacles for students interested in the
teaching profession
Program Development:
 Work with academic services to develop programs specific for education majors
 Develop workshop and presentations about the “teaching experience”
 Develop a pre-college program specifically directed at middle and high school
students interested in the teaching profession
 Develop a marketing and promotion plan for multicultural individuals interested in
the teaching profession
 Develop a marketing and promotion plan for individuals interested in the teaching
profession in the critical needs areas of special education, mathematics and science
Acting Director of Multicultural Student Services, University of WisconsinStout, Menomonie, WI. 2007 – 2008
Assistant Director of Multicultural Student Services, University of
Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, WI. 2006 - 2008
Serve as the office administrator, including the day to day operations of the Multicultural
Student Services Office (MSSO), coordinate grant funding and office budgets,
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responsible for the development, implementation, evaluation and coordination of
programs designed for student persistence to graduation, which includes recruitment,
retention and graduation specific programs and initiatives with a focus on Education and
STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields. I also serve as the
campus Multicultural/Disadvantage Coordinator and in a dual role capacity as the Acting
Director and Assistant Director of Multicultural Student Services Office.
Campus Multicultural/Disadvantage Coordinator:
 Responsible for, in collaboration with other institutional offices, for advancing the
objectives set forth in Stout’s Institutional Plan 2008
 Experienced in race/ethnic policies and practices, bringing expertise to issues that
affect the day-to-day and long-term success of Plan 2008
 Serve as an official campus representative of Plan 2008 and is instrumental in the
development and implementation of campus-based diversity policy
 Participate in the development and implementation of Inclusive Excellence
 Participate in the Equity Score Card project
Administrative Responsibilities:
 Supervise the day-to-day activities of MSSO
 Advised the Dean of Students regarding MSSO services and retention efforts
 Provide strategic direction for the MSSO and promote their role in the Student
Services Division
 Responsible for planning and implementing programs and initiatives
 Establish and maintain management information processes and procedures for
assessment and program evaluation
 Train, supervise, and evaluate staff and student employees
 Oversee the annual operating budget, grants and foundation activities
 Oversee Advanced Opportunity Program and Lawton Undergraduate Minority
Retention Grant and specific grants and scholarships including application process,
awards, and appeals
 Draft policies, procedures and guidelines as they relate to MSSO
 Website maintenance
 Survey development, administration and assessment; data collection
 Serve on campus committees to represent the interests of the department
 Provide leadership for the university initiatives related to ethnic minorities
 Assume all duties and responsibilities of the director of MSSO in the absence of the
director
Recruitment:
 Meet with prospective and newly recruited minority students, including re-admitted
students and their families providing information about admission criteria, programs,
registration, community resources and referrals
 Direct involvement with new recruit cohorts in follow-up and completion of
application, registration, eligibility and program packets
 Host luncheons for incoming freshman minority students and their families
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In collaboration with the Admission Office; visit high schools, attend college fairs,
host campus visits, attend Pre-view Days
In collaboration with First Year Advising; attend information fairs, freshman
registration, and orientation activities
Coordinate orientation programs for first year, transfer students and their families
Coordinate and host the Multicultural Pre-View days on campus
Retention:
 Development and utilization of a student of color retention plan; Academic Success
Plan; Early Intervention Program
 Advocate and liaison for student
 Monitor student academic progress through data collection and analysis
 Monitor student academic progress in collaboration with first year advising, program
directors and professors
 Coordinate first year initiatives; STOUTWard Bound, Link Crew
 Coordinate upper-class initiatives; STOUTWard Bound Mentor Program, Diversity
Integrated with Academics and Leadership, Project Teach
 Coordinate Leadership Opportunities; American Multicultural Student Leadership
Conference, National Black Student Union Conference, United Council Conferences,
Wisconsin Alliance for Minority Participation Symposiums
 Develop a mentoring program which links faculty, alumni and minority students
together to increase student success while matriculating through Stout
 Outreach to students; on-campus, commuter and on-line learners
Multicultural Programming:
 Coordinate targeted email communications to students of color promoting
multicultural programming
 Launch programs that work to identify, develop, and sustain leadership development
of ethnic minority students
 Serve as a campus-wide resource for university departments and community
organizations
 Coordinate and host the Annual Multicultural Student Recognition Banquet
 Coordinate and host the Annual Minority Alumni Involvement Network Reception
 Coordinate and supervise the Annual American Multicultural Student Leadership
Conference
 Coordinate the Annual Wisconsin Alliance for Minority Participation (WiscAMP)
Scholars Student Symposium
 Coordinate Project Teach grant and related activities, including conferences and
Summer Institute
Student Advising:
 Provide academic and personal advisement for minority students and their families
providing information about grading criteria, benchmarks, registration, financial aid,
records and registration, extracurricular activities, housing, athletics
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Provide academic support services for minority students such as; tutorial, academic
advising, proctoring, personal counseling, academic performance monitoring,
financial aid matters, mentoring, being an advocate and liaison for minority students
Develop and monitor an early-warning academic alert program
Monitor at-risk student of color by meeting and communicating with them on an
ongoing basis, meet with Academic Success Plan students (probation students) at
least five times per semester
Assess student learning, develop and maintain personal education plans with students
Oversee implementation of the advisor-trac system for tracking and reporting student
contact information
Meet with AOP and LUMRG recipients at least once per term
Relate with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds
Director of Pre-College Programs, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie,
WI. 2006 - 2008
Responsible for the recruitment and coordination for the Reach for Excellence and Youth
Excellence Program programs including the development, implementation, and
coordination of classes, workshops, programs, activities and enrollment management of
the program.
Administrative Responsibilities:
 Train, supervise, and evaluate staff, student employees, field experience students,
advanced practicum students and volunteers
 Coordinate grant funding activities and maintain program budget
 Coordinate the implementation of Blumen software program
 Oversee certification of recruitment and verification of attendance to Department of
Public Instruction and Wisconsin Educational Opportunity Programs including
application process and awards
 Oversee annual performance report to UW System
 Direct involvement with support units of the camp and campus community such as
advisement center, career services, housing, dining services, financial aid, faculty,
Stout Adventure
Recruitment:
 Develop and implement a recruitment plan that cover the state of Wisconsin and
targeted areas of Minnesota
 Recruit students by visiting high schools, attend pre-college fairs, contact previous
and self-identified interested students
 Collaborate with System Pre-College Directors Gear Up, Upward Bound, Educational
Talent Search, People Program and Quest to recruit and accept eligible students
Programming:
 Coordinate counselor training
 Coordinate weekly programs and activities
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Coordinate transportation to and from campus
Coordinate weekly program and activities such as; class schedules, workshops, on
and off campus extracurricular activities and field trips
Facilitate workshops for pre-college students
Develop and implement year round outreach for participants
Develop and implement afterschool programming in local area schools
Carry out daily planned activity programs for youth participants both academic and
enrichment
Student Organization Advisor – Black Student Union, University of
Wisconsin –Stout, Menomonie, WI. 2007 - 2008
Serving in a voluntary capacity, as advisor my role is to provide guidance, direction,
advice, and continuity to the members of the organization.
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Maintain an awareness of the activities and programs sponsored by the student
organization
Meet with the officers of the student organization on a regular basis to discuss
upcoming meetings, long-range plans, goals and problems of the organization
Attend general meetings and executive board meetings as often as schedule allows
Provide direction in the area of parliamentary procedure
Assist the organization treasurer in monitoring expenditures and fundraising activities
to maintain an accurate and up-to-date account ledger
Assist in new officer training
Maintain contact with the Involvement & Leadership staff to assist promotion of
leadership development programs and the compilation of student organization data
Explain and clarify policies and procedures that apply to the organization (i.e.
Organization Code of Conduct, SSA Spending Guidelines)
Inform organization members of those factors which constitute unacceptable behavior
on the part of organization members, and the possible consequences of said behavior
Family Services Coordinator, Eau Claire Area School District, Eau Claire, WI
2005-2006
 Serve as the direct contact for minority and socio-economically disadvantaged
nontraditional/parents seeking to enter higher education
 Develop, plan and direct community programs and services that address the special
needs of prospective and continuing non-traditional age students/parents from
minority and/or disadvantaged backgrounds
 Meet with prospective non-traditional students/parents, providing information about
higher education/technical college admission criteria, registration processes,
programs, continuing education, and financial assistance
 Provide and participate in orientation programs targeted to new and returning
minority and low income non-traditional students/parents
 Assist with directing to resources which provide career counseling and career
development programming for low income non-traditional students/parents.
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Provide advocacy for continuing non-traditional student/parents, including support
and information for academic and personal concerns
Coordinate the development and production of Nontraditional-Parent publications and
the web-site for the ELP parent/students
Communicate with individuals via electronic mail and face to face on a regular basis
providing follow-up, networking and problem solving
Facilitate workshops and seminars for parents, children and families
Intake for new families
Disseminate information to the community and district about the characteristics and
needs of minority, low-income disadvantaged, non-traditional student parents
Advisor-Peer Mentor Facilitator, Lac Courte Oreilles Community College,
Hayward WI. 1991-1993
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Advisor for undeclared students, conditional students, and high school specials;
monitor their academic progress and assist those who encounter academic difficulty.
Assign Peer Mentors to assist with progress monitoring
Provide all students with accurate information about institutional academic programs,
policies, and procedures
Provide individual and group career/major counseling for students
Maintain accurate records of advising contacts and related pertinent data
Support other units in the coordination and delivery of advising to special populations
Provide training and up-to-date information to faculty advisors, including orientation
advisors, in issues related to advising and the use of technology in advising, through
programming and personal contact
Plan and provide programs for students and other institutional offices
Networking where appropriate
Business and Industry
Lead Agent, Mesaba Airlines- Northwest Airlink, Eau Claire, WI 1997-current
Customer Service: 1997-current
 Direct, coordinate and organize multi-faceted tasks in Customer Care and Services
training through problem solving, computer literacy and strong communication skills
 Interact with diverse populations daily
Ground Security Coordinator: 2001-current
 Ensure the application of security measures for each departing flight
Trainer – Luggage System, World tracer: 2001-2004
 Coordinate, develop and implement onsite training program
Screening Supervisor: 2001-2003
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Responsible for implementing FAA-AOSSP screening procedures and the persons
and accessible property screening procedures and checked baggage screening
procedures at the screening locations
Deicing Coordinator: 2000-2003
 Provide training and evaluations for employees on the deicing/anti-icing policy and
procedures through computer based training and one-to-one training sessions
Publications:
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Contributor, Multicultural Student Services Office Needs Assessment, March 2008
Multicultural Students Services Newsletter
o January 2008, V. 1
o February 2008, V.2
o March 2008, V.3
o April, V.4
o May, V.5
Eau Claire 4 Tomorrow (EC4T)/Head Start Newsletter
o May 2006, V. 9
o April 2006, V. 8
o March 2006, V. 7
o February 2006, V. 6
o January 2006, V. 5
o December 2005, V. 4
o November 2005, V. 3
o October 2005, V. 2
o September 2005, V. 1
Certifications:
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Dangerous Goods Category 1, 1999-current (annual recertification)
Ground Security Coordinator, 2001-current (annual recertification)
Assistance Support Services Incorporating Specialized Teams, 1999-2002
Professional Development:
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Building Bridges: An Adult Student Services Workshop, 2008
Transforming Our Practice for a Successful College Pipeline, 2008
Cultural Diversity in the Curriculum: Sharing Ideas and Best Practices across the UW
System, 2008
American Student Services Leadership Conference, 2007
40 Developmental Assets for Middle Childhood, 2006
Professional Growth and Development, 2006
Collaborating Within the Community, 2006
Tools for Managing the Job, 2006
Supporting Adults in the Parenting Role, 2006
Family Involvement, 2006
Family – Centered Practices – The Agency Perspective, 2006
Child Abuse and Neglect, 2005
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Learning Type Measure, 2005
Domestic Violence, 2006
Housing Assistance and Homeless Havens, 2006
Nutrition, 2006
Dealing with Domestic Abuse in the Hmong Culture, 2005
Brain Development, 2005
Multicultural Awareness, 2005
Families with Special Considerations, 2005
Roles and Boundaries, 2005
Working with High Stress and Conflict in Families, 2005
Empowering Strategies to Support Families, 2005
Empowerment – The Broad Perspective, 2005
Understanding and Supporting the Family Ecologically, 2005
Relationship-Based Communication, 2005
Family Resiliency, 2005
Understanding Family Systems, 2005
Looking at Personal Values and Beliefs, 2005
Assistance Support Services Incorporating Specialized Teams, 1999-2002
Training Networking Tracks
o Involving Parents in More Than Just Family Services, 2001
o Parent Involvement in Child Development and Education, 2001
o Parent Involvement in Health, Nutrition and Mental Health Education, 2001
o Parent Involvement in Community Advocacy, 2001
o Parent Involvement in Transition Activities, 2001
o Parent Involvement in Home Visits, 2001
o Community Partnerships, 2001
o Transition Services, 2001
WHSA Training Sessions
o Awareness: A Journey, 2000
o Reflective Practice Model, 2000
o Organizational Support : Ecological Considerations, 2000
Eau Claire Area School District Head Start Child Mental Health Plan, 2000
Eau Claire Area School District Head Start Disabilities Plan, 2000
Workshops Conducted:
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Learning Community Summer Institute: 2008
o STOUTWard Bound Learning Community
Advising Institute: Today’s student – Fostering Resiliency: 2008
o Rethinking race/ethnicity through a different lens
o “Me, My Race & I”
Pre-College: 2007, 2008
o Roles and Expectations: Policies and Procedures
o Training Sessions: Job Duties and Responsibilities – What is a mentor?
American Multicultural Student Leadership Conference Participants: 2007, 2008
o Abstract Writing
o Presentation Development
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ELITES Academy: 2007
o Purpose and Goal, August 2007
o Importance of Networking, November 2007
STOUTWard Bound: 2007, 2008
o Student Support Services in Higher Education; Access Stout, Advisement
Center, ASPIRE, Career Services, D2L, Dean of Students, Financial Aid,
Multicultural Student Services, Registration and Records, Student
Organizations
Eau Claire Area School District: 2005-2006
o Parent Education Workshops; Budget Management, Career Opportunities,
Community Resources, Daily Routines and Consistency, Higher Education,
Literacy, Hmong Culture, Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyles, The Importance of
Parent Involvement, Date with Dad Series; Flying High, Fall Harvest,
NASCAR, Quality Time
Committee Involvement:
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UW-Stout
o Chair, Advisor Search and Screen, 2008
o Equity Scorecard, 2007 - 2008
o Beyond Plan 2008 – Next Steps, 2007 - 2008
o Chancellors Cultural Activities Funds, 2007 - 2008
o Dean of Students Leadership Team, 2007 - 2008
o Diversity Education Committee, 2007 - 2008
o Minority Student Scholars Program, 2007 - 2008
o AOP/LUMRG, 2006 - 2008
Southeast Asian Steering Team - CVTC, 2006 - 2008
Minority Faculty and Staff Network Member, 2006 - 2008
School Improvement – Eau Claire Area School District (Putnam Heights
Elementary), 2001-2002
Mission Statement Development – Eau Claire Area School District (Head Start), 2001
Parent Advisory Council – Eau Claire Area School District, 2000
Policy Council, Budget Chair–Western Dairyland, 1998-2001
Policy Committee, President – Eau Claire Area School District (Head Start), 19982001
Volunteer Service:
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Eau Claire Area School District, 1998-current
o Memorial High School Parent Volunteer – football, 2008-current
o Delong Middle School Parent Volunteer, 2004-current
o Putnam Heights Elementary Parent Volunteer, 1998-current
 Chair - Battle of the Books, 2002-2006
 Staff Appreciation, 2003-2006
 Terrific Tuesdays – Popcorn Tuesdays, 1999-2006
 Classroom Reading Groups, 2000-2005
 Classroom Coordinator, 2001-2002
 Labels for Education Coordinator, 1999-2002
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Parent Teacher Association, 1998-current
Diabetic Association, 2002-current
Girl Scout’s of Indian Waters, 2000-2008
o Parent Volunteer 2001-2008
o Troop Leader, 2000-2002
Eau Claire Area Youth Sports, 1997-current
o Eau Claire Air parent volunteer, 2007-current
o Eau Claire Babe Ruth parent volunteer, 2006-current
o Bat Girls softball parent volunteer, 2006-2008
o Eau Claire Mustangs parent volunteer, 2002-2008
o YMCA youth football parent volunteer, 2002-2008
o Eau Claire Americans parent volunteer, 2001-2008
o YMCA youth basketball parent volunteer, 1999-2008
o Eau Claire Americans - Baseball Coach, 2004
o YMCA Marlins parent volunteer, 2002-2004
o Eau Claire City Parks and Recreation parent volunteer, 1997-2002
o AYSO parent volunteer, 1997
Eat and Win Campaign, 2005
YMCA, 2001-2003
o Kids Corner and Kids Zone
o Little Tikes
o Kids of Steel Triathlon
Specialized skills and knowledge:
 Relevant experience working with American Ethnic minorities
 Excellent interpersonal communication skills
 Knowledge of current trends in multicultural programming in post-secondary
education
 Experience in research, writing and directing grants
 Knowledge and experience with technology; Blog, Internet, Learn @ Stout (D2L),
Blackboard, Contribute, Blumen, Datatel, Peoplesoft, Data warehouse, My Blugold,
Bridge, Microsoft: outlook, word, excel spreadsheet, power point, access
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