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LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Appoin.tment of Nireata Seals as Vice President for Student Affairs

WHEREAS, Dr. Nireata Seals has demonstrated exemplary leadership and sound management skills in a number of increasingly responsible roles at LaGuardia Community College, including as Interim Vice President for Student Affairs; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Seals' appointment as Vice President for Student Affairs will ensure that the College has the leadership and guidance necessary to provide superior educational services to the large and diverse community currently served by the Division of Student Affairs; now therefore be it

RESOLVED, That the Board of Trustees of The City University of New York approve the appointment of Dr. Nireata Seals as Vice President for Student Affairs at LaGuardia Community College, effective May 8, 2018.

EXPLANATION: Dr. Seals has served LaGuardia Community College as Interim Vice President for Student Affairs since July 3, 2017. ·As the Chief Executive in the Division of Student Affairs, she has been responsible for providing significant assistance and guidance in the Division's overall direction and management, serving an undergraduate population of 55,000 students, including nearly 20,000 degree-seeking students from 160 different countries who speak 110 different native languages. Dr. Seals has been responsible for the implementation and delivery of student services in a multi-disciplinary environment, managing the overall administrative functions of the division in areas that include Admissions, Financial Aid, Testing, Advising, Registrar, Transfer Services, Student Employment Services, Health and Wellness, Childcare Center, Recreation and Athletics, Student Life, Students with Disabilities Services and the Student Information Center.

From November 2016 until her appointment as Interim Vice President for Student Affairs, Dr. Seals served as Associate Dean for Student Access and Achievement, and from June 2015 to October 2016, as Assistant Dean for Student Affairs. As Associate Dean, her scope of responsibilities included all enrollment and advisement support services for students from the point of initial interest in the College through completion of the student's third semester.

Dr. Seals has more ,than 15 years experience in executive administrative positions in higher education, including leadership roles at Silbennan School of Social Work at Hunter College, The City College of New York's Gateway Academy, and DeVry Institute of Technology.

Dr. Seals' educational background includes a Doctorate of Education in Executive Leadership from Saint John Fisher College, an M.A. in Student Personnel Administration from New York University, and a B.A. in Behavioral Science/Social Work from Concordia University.

A comprehensive recruitment strategy was undertaken by LaGuardia Community College that included the placement of ads in national journals and at a variety of professional and academic organizations. Fifty-four (54) applications were received from a diverse pool of candidates.

The President strongly recommends Dr. Seals' appointment.

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Nireata Seals

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Doctorate of Education, Executive Leadenhip August2012Saint John Fisher College Rochester, New York

Masten of Arts, Student Penonnel Administration September 1994 New York University New York, New York

Bachelon of Arts, Behavioral Science/Social Work May 1990 Concordia University (fonnally Christ College Irvine) Irvine, California

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LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGFJCUNY 2015-cUJTent LaGuardia Community College is a public, urban; Hispanic serving institution serving approximately 20,000 degree seeking students, along with 30,000 Adult and Continuing Education students. LaGuardia students are ftom over 160 countries, and speak any one of 110 languages. Mllltipk posituJl&S: Promotion &: Opportunities

Interim Vice President for Student Affain July 2017..Current 0 Provide strategic leadership for the Division of Student Affairs, including guiding the

development and implementation of divisional goals and objectives.· 0 Serve as a member of the President's Executive Council and participate in the stewardship

of the strategic plan to achieve overall College Goals. D Supervise a senior staff that includes three executive-level deans, and provide direction

and oversight for other administrative staff. D Responsible for managing the overall administrative functions of the division with

functional areas that include Admissions, Student Financial Services, Testing, Advising, Registrar, Transfer Services, Career Services, Health & Wellness, Childcare Center, Recreation and Athletics, Campus Life, Student with Disabilities Services, and the Student lnfonnatiori Center. In addition to two University fimded areas ASAP and College Discovery, CUNY Edge and Veterans Services.

D Provide fiscal oversight and management of operations in excess of $10 million, as well as three non-profit corporations.

D Supervise the College's Judicial Affairs efforts and coordinate disciplinary processes in accordance with University guidelines and College governance.

D Coordinate student services to create the highest level of effectiveness and efficacy in support of the College's overall enrollment management efforts, with an emphasis on the use of technology, systems integration, and assessment of support of students at every juncture of their journey.

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Nireata Seals

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EDUCATION

Doctorate of Education, Executive Leadership AugustlOllSaint John Fisher College Rochester, New York

Masters of Arts, Student Personnel Administration September 1994 New York University New York, New York

Bachelors of Arts, Behavioral Science/Social Work May 1990 Concordia University (formally Christ College Irvine)irvine, California

- . . PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE/CUNY 2015-current LaGuardia Community College is a public, urban; Hispanic serving institution serving approximately 20,000 degree seeking students, along with 30,000 Adult and Continuing Education students. LaGuardia students are from over 160 countries, and speak any one of 110 languages. Multiple posiJions: Promotion & Opportunities

Interim Vice President for Student Affairs July 2017-Current D Provide strategic leadership for the Division of Student Affairs, including guiding the

development and implementation of divisional goals and objectives: D Serve as a member of the President's Executive Council and participate in the stewardship

of the strategic plan to achieve overall College Goals. D Supervise a senior staff that includes three executive-level deans, and provide direction

and oversight for other administrative staff. D Responsible for managing the overall administrative functions of the division with

functional areas that include Admissions, Student Financial Services, Testing, Advising, Registrar, Transfer Services, Career Services, Health & Wellness, Childcare Center, Recreation and Athletics, Campus Life, Student with Disabilities Services, and the Student Information Center. In addition to two University funded areas ASAP and College Discovery, CUNY Edge and Veterans Services.

D Provide fiscal oversight and management of operations in excess of$10 million, as well as three non-profit corporations.

0 Supervise the College's Judicial Affairs efforts and coordinate disciplinary processes in accordance with University guidelines and College governance.

D Coordinate student services to create the highest level of effectiveness and efficacy in support of the College's overall enrollment management efforts, with an emphasis on the use of technology, systems integration, and assessment of support of students at every juncture of their journey.

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D Successfully increased the number of students participating in. and completing the University Summer Immersion Program, and New Student Seminar Courses.

DEVRY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 1998-2007 DeVry Institute, a proprietary for-profit college, opened in Long Island City in 1998, serving approximately 2500-degree seeking students. DeVry offered a semester based admission, graduation, and recruitment cycle, three times a year, and every 15 weeks. Multiple positions: Promotions&: Opportuni.ies

1998-2007Dean of Student Affairs D Member of the Executive Committee, provided leadership in addressing key issues

related to the Institute's student growth and retention, emphasis on quality, technology, profitability, and community involvement.

D Developed programs and services that responded to the needs and interests of a diverse student population, ensured student success, and developed initiatives to increase retention.

D Managed International Students' SEVIS records, ADA regulations, and Campus Crime Reporting.

Dean of Academic Operations/Student Affairs Dean of Evening and Weekend Programs Dean of Student and Community Services Director of Student Senrices

2003-2006 2001-2003 2000-2001 1998-2000

Selected Accomplishments D Received a Certificate of Achievement for the development of a comprehensive

program of student services, by establishing a .freshman Year Initiative Center as well as overseeing all aspects of community services.

D Established and Implemented first Annual Summer Technology Camp w/Lego Robotics.

D Received Management Recognition Award (with Bonus) 1998 D Received Incentive Stock Options (800 shares) granted by the company in 2001 and

2005.

QUEENSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE/CUNY 1997-1998 Queensborough Community College was established in 1959, and has a very diverse student body with students originating from approximately 140 COlllltries, and more than a third speak a language other than English at home. The College has over 16,000 students with over 11,000 attending full-time.

Director of Student Activities

D Provided overall leadership of the Student Activities Office with emphasis on supervision and administration of student activities and extra curricular programs,

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Selected Accomplishments D Designed new communication newsletter for commuter students, to keep them

connected to campus events. D Developed engaging and robust student activities programs and events for students. D Designed and implemented, new student orientation training and program for new

students.

(;o!)!pttt�r Skills

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications, People Soft Oracle System (student database) and Prezi.

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Emollment Strategies & Enrollment Triggers Committee, LaGuardia New Student Seminar Courses, The City College of New York Career Development Courses, DeVry Institute Faculty Development Committee, DeVry Institute New Faculty Orientation Committee, DeVry Institute Registration Committee, De Vry Institute Women of Diversity, College of New Rochelle

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New Website Implementation Leader & Team Member Website Administrator Study Abroad Program Coordinator

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National Association of Student Affairs Professionals: What We Know: How Behavioral Economics and Technology Can Advance Student Success

Doctoral Program Leadership Award

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Hunter College/Emollment System, Structure, and Training St. John Fisher College/Executive Mentor

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2015 2016-2017

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