Corey Roberts McGrath

1. Corey D. Roberts McGrath
Permanent:
145 Oak Drive
Saxonburg, PA
(724) 234-7998
OBJECTIVE:
SUMMARY:
Mailing:
220 Drake Rd
Bethel Park, PA 15102
crobertsmcgrath@gmail.com
Full-time student affairs position beginning Summer or Fall 2014.
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EDUCATION:
Demonstrates effective verbal and oral communication skills.
Works effectively with students in a team structure or individually.
Demonstrates an ability to develop leadership, multicultural, first-year experience, and
community outreach programs in higher education.
Has experiences working effectively with diverse student populations.
Thrives in positions requiring creativity, analytical thinking and problem-solving.
Master of Arts in Counseling
College Counseling Track
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA
Expected Graduation: May 2014
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Applied-Developmental Track
Minors: Speech Communications & Women's Studies
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA
December 2011
FIELD
EXPERIENCE:
Intern, Office of Student Affairs
Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA, January 2014 - Present
• Implemented SDE 101, a new student seminar course.
• Developed assessment reports for Fall 2013 SDE 101.
• Developed and implemented a first-year assessment plan for Chatham Juniors.
• Researched best practices for Senior Year Experience.
• Implemented Women of the World Leadership weekend retreat.
• Developed and coordinated a staff professional development session on Transgender
Issues.
• Advised the student group, All Faith Gathering.
• Prepared an annual report for the President’s Service Honor Roll.
• Implemented monthly service opportunities (i.e. Caps for Cancer, Empty Bowls, etc.).
• Developed the curriculum and logistics for the Fall 2014 Emerging Leaders Institute.

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Practicum Student, Academic Success Center
Edinboro University, Edinboro, PA, August 2013 – December 2013
• Planned and presented workshops for students related to memory, study skills,
utilizing the internet for group projects, and stress management.
• Touched base, counseled, and followed up with students who were referred by
Faculty for academic concerns.
• Assisted students with scheduling and general academic concerns.
RELATED
EMPLOYMENT:
Graduate Assistant, First Year Experience
Edinboro University, Edinboro, PA, January 2013 – December 2013
• Assisted in planning First Year Experience (FYE) programs, common hours, and
seminar courses for first year students.
• Assisted in compiling assessment data.
• Organized and led a conference planning team.
• Planned Edinboro University’s 2nd Annual Student Leadership Conference.
Peer Mentor, Math Bridge Program
Edinboro University, Edinboro, PA, July 2013 – August 2013
• Planned and coordinated various co-curricular programs.
• Provided new students with information (e.g., university facts, academic information,
locations, etc.) about Edinboro University.
• Enforced college policy and procedure.
• Communicated with professional staff on a regular basis and provided feedback about
the co-curricular programs and math bridge initiative.
• Communicated and collaborated with various campus departments.
Graduate Assistant, Community Outreach Center
Edinboro University, Edinboro, PA, August 2012 – December 2012
• Planned and coordinated a multitude of community service events.
• Organized and supervised an alternative spring break trip.
• Assisted with FYE programs.
• Communicated and collaborated with campus departments and student organizations.
• Supervised volunteers and student workers.
Assistant Hall Coordinator, Residence Life & Housing
Edinboro University, Edinboro, PA, January 2012 – May 2012
• Supervised four resident assistants and over 10 student workers.
• Supervised and managed the daily operation of a suite-style residence hall housing
over 200 diverse students.
• Compiled daily, weekly, and semester reports pertaining to inventory, damage,
programming, and judicial violations.
• Participated in hall coordinator meetings to discuss programming, resident assistant
progress, and residence hall issues.
• Participated in training over 50 undergraduate resident assistants.
• Facilitated mediations for roommates and students in conflict.

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Peer Mentor Supervisor, Residence Life & Housing
Edinboro University, Edinboro, PA, January 2012 – May 2012
• Assisted in the development of a Peer Mentor Program, a retention initiative.
• Developed and implemented training for undergraduate peer mentors.
• Supervised three undergraduate peer mentors throughout the semester.
• Communicated with professional staff on a regular basis and provided feedback about
the new initiative.
Resident Assistant, Residence Life & Housing
Edinboro University, Edinboro, PA, August 2010 – December 2011
• Developed and implemented programs on diversity, health and wellness, personal
development, community development, and academic performance.
• Managed administrative tasks such as room condition reports, maintenance requests,
incident reports, and room changes.
• Enforced college policy and procedure.
• Facilitated mediations of roommates in conflict.
Orientation Leader, Orientation Program
Edinboro University, Edinboro, PA, Summer of 2009, 2010, & 2011
• Assisted with activities (e.g., tours, information sessions, etc.) for New Student
Orientation throughout the summer, as well as activities for move-in weekend.
• Provided students and families with information (e.g., directory information,
university facts, academic information, locations, etc.) about Edinboro University.
• Encouraged group interaction amongst new students.
• Worked closely with faculty, professional staff, and student workers across
departments.
UNRELATED
EMPLOYMENT:
Student Center Operations Worker, Edinboro University Student Center
Edinboro, PA, August 2008 – August 2010
• Provided various information and customer service to the public.
• Set-up and supervised small and large events independently and as a team.
• Trained on technical operations of the building (e.g. smart touch A/V technology, A/V
equipment, etc.)
• Trained in the FISH Philosophy prior to each semester.
Office Intern, Field Environmental Instruments
Pittsburgh, PA, June 2007- August 2008
• Received and transferred calls while providing excellent service to customers
and potential customers.
• Researched and touched base with companies to network and gain their interest and
business.
• Analyzed detailed shipping reports and archived final sales reports.
• Worked independently on various clerical assignments.
PROFESSIONAL
MEMBERSHIPS:
American College Personnel Association
Pennsylvania College Personnel Association

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PROFESSIONAL Pioneering Initiatives to Enhance Student Success, PASSHE Student Affairs
DEVELOPMENT: Conference, Edinboro, PA, May 2013
A Holistic Approach to Student Success, Pennsylvania College Personnel
Association (PCPA) Conference, Carlisle, PA, October 2012
Passport to Leadership, Women Student Leadership Development Conference, Edinboro,
PA, November 2011
From Abortion Rights to Social Justice: Building the Movement for Reproductive Justice,
Civil Liberties and Public Policy (CLPP) Conference, Amherst, PA, April 2011
39th Annual, Western Pennsylvania Undergraduate Psychology Conference (WPUPC),
Westminster, PA, April 2011
The Power of a Student Group, National Conference on Student Leadership (NCSL),
Washington D.C., November 2009
ACTIVITIES:
Residence Life and Housing Staff Training, Edinboro University, 2012-2013
• Cultural Awareness Presenter, 2013
• Community Outreach Presenter, 2012
Edinboro University’s Homecoming Creativity Committee, 2013
Edinboro University’s Student Leadership Conference, 2012-2013
• Planning Committee Co-Chair, 2012-2013
• Group Cohesion Presenter, 2013
Alternative Spring Break, Edinboro University, 2013
• Organizer and Chaperone, 2013
Freshmen Service Event, Edinboro University, 2012-2013
• Organizer, 2013
• Volunteer, 2012
Love Your Body Day, Edinboro University
• Organizer, 2010-2011
Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance (FMLA), Edinboro University, 2011
• President, Fall 2011
• Vice President, Spring 2011
Enrollment Management Committee, University Senate, Edinboro University, 2010
• Student Representative, Fall 2010