REBECCA JEAN NAGEL
52 South Malin Road, Broomall, PA 19008
610-715-6662 rjn5053@psu.edu
E-portfolio : www.sites.psu.edu/rebeccajeannagel
EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Master of Science in Higher Education (Student Affairs Emphasis)
Providence College, Providence, RI
Bachelor of Arts in French, Magna cum Laude
Honors: GPA: 3.81, Dean’s List (7 Semesters), Pi Delta Phi, Phi Sigma Iota
May 2015
May 2013
STUDENT AFFAIRS EXPERIENCE
Residence Life, Penn State University, University Park, PA
Sept. 2014-Present
Graduate Assistant
 Design a leadership conference for the executive boards of the special living options
 Co-advise ENRA, the Eastview Nittany Resident Association
 Assist in the redesign of the Sophomore Year Experience, a special living option for sophomores
 Create a proposal for improving sustainability for the on-campus apartments and suites
Assistant Programming Coordinator
Sept. 2013-Present
 Serve as a “live-in” resource for the undergraduates in the residence hall
 Synthesize counseling theories and helping skills to effectively serve the students
 Enforce campus policies to promote a healthy living environment
 Participate in “on duty” rotation for the complex
 Attend weekly co-curricular committee meetings
 Craft intentional programs to fulfill the co-curricular mission
 Collaborate with the resident assistants in the building complex to create educational programs
 Lead team builders at weekly resident assistant meetings to ensure a safe, welcoming space
 Run various weekly staff meetings
 Assist with the planning for the resident assistant fall training session
Co-Facilitator for The Role of the Resident Assistant course, (HI ED 302)
Jan.-May 2014
 Co-instruct the resident assistant class to effectively deliver material
 Serve as a mentor and leader for the prospective resident assistants
 Teach about policy, helping skills, programming and social justice
 Assist with grading assignments and students’ participation and engagement in the course
 Disclose personal experiences as an example for the resident assistant candidates
Center for Spiritual and Ethical Development, Penn State University, University Park, PA
Graduate Intern
 Plan and implement programs and events for diverse student populations
 Collaborate with undergraduate fellows to create interfaith and ethical programs
 Design programs and displays to promote justice and inclusion
 Cooperate with other student affairs offices on diversity programming
Jan. 2014-Present
Office of Student Activities, Chestnut Hill College, Chestnut Hill, PA
Graduate Intern for Orientation
 Research transfer student populations and orientation programs for transfer students
 Benchmark other orientation programs at similar sized institutions
 Attend weekly Student Life staff meeting
 Design sessions for August orientation program
 Lead and craft a training session on disability for the orientation leaders’ July training session
 Assist with general planning and preparation for July and August orientations
May-Aug. 2014
R.E.A.L. Certificate Program, Arcadia University, Glenside, PA
(Raising Expectations for Academic Learning, program for students with Intellectual Disabilities)
Graduate Intern
 Research best practices for person-centered planning meetings
 Gain an understanding on Institutional Review Board procedures
May-Aug. 2014
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Assist in planning of one day summer orientation session
Write a literature review on the principle of self-determination
Learn about the funding and implementation of programs for students with intellectual disabilities
Center for Women Students, Penn State University, University Park, PA
Office Assistant
 Develop knowledge of services provided by the office
 Utilize organizational skills to improve the efficiency of the office
 Perform secretarial duties on a daily basis
 Assist the graduate assistant on various sexual assault awareness programs
Sept.-Dec.2013
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Independent Study, Penn State University, University Park, PA
 Conduct research on post-secondary programs for students with intellectual disabilities
 Focus on peer mentor development and peer mentor trainings
 Perform document analysis of mentor training manuals and schedules
 Strive to create a best practices guide for program coordinators
 Research history of post-secondary programs for students with intellectual disabilities
 Use various sociological and student affairs theoretical frameworks to understand the programs
 Write a scholarly paper on the findings from this qualitative study
Sept. 2014-Present
Coding Team, Penn State University, University Park, PA
 Team member for a doctoral dissertation research team on countertransference
 Learn the Core Conflictual Relationship Theme (CCRT) method
 Exhibit confidentiality when reading through client transcripts
 Develop a deeper understanding of counseling methods and research
Sept. 2013-Mar.2014
Capstone Problem of Practice (degree requirement), Penn State University, University Park, PA
 Conduct research with the M.S. cohort on the World Campus at Penn State
 Create a literature review and proposal for the research project
 Contact administrators from World Campus and Student Affairs at Penn State
 Synthesize all research skills gained from coursework in this final project
Sept.2014-Present
LEADERSHIP
Preview Days Committee, Penn State University, University Park, PA
 Serve as a committee member for the Master’s in Higher Education program’s preview days
 Use professional communicative skills to invite speakers and faculty to the event
 Act as a team player to provide new and exciting ideas to improve the event
 Plan the schedule for the newly accepted students
Oct. 2013-present
Pep Band President, Providence College, Providence, RI
 Facilitate effective communication between the band, the Athletic and Admissions Departments
 Organize and delegate tasks to other executive board members
 Assist with the recruitment process of the Music Department
 Run weekly rehearsals
 Serve as the point of contact at all athletic functions
Sept.2012-May 2013
Orientation Leader, Providence College, Providence, RI
 Create and staff innovative activities to help first year students feel welcome at the college
 Formulate small group discussions and programs addressing sensitive issues
Sept.2010, Sept.2012
ACTIVITIES & VOLUNTEERISM
Penn State Parents Program Volunteer for Parents and Families Weekend 2013
PA & RI Special Olympics
American Cancer Society Relay for Life
SKILLS AND LANGUAGES
Fluency in French, Proficiency in Italian
Plays Clarinet and Alto Saxophone