COURTNEY EILEEN SOLA

Education

University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, NC May 2019

M.Ed Higher Education

Elon University Elon NC May 2016

B.A Strategic Communication

Summary of Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with university students, faculty, staff, administrators and employers
Strong team player. Creative and able to generate innovative ideas and brainstorm
Aided in the successful recruitment of prospective undergraduate students
Oversaw admissions-related projects as assigned
Assisted in strategic planning, implementation and evaluation of undergraduate recruitment for various target
audiences
Represented UNCW at local, regional and national events and conferences, and successfully networked with other
colleagues for professional and institutional gain
Assisted in managing a campus visit program, and student staff who assisted in program
Adequately worked independently on various projects, as well as part of a team
Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

Academic Affairs Experience

First-Year Admissions Coordinator, University of North Carolina Wilmington July 2016 Present
Played a role in growth of university enrollment by working on a team in a collaborative environment
Engaged in recruiting prospective students through college events, individual and group information meetings and
various communication efforts
Managed a territory of approximately 2,000 applicants per year. Reviewed applications and determined the
admissibility of all applicants
Traveled in-state, out-of-state and internationally, representing UNC-Wilmington at various college fairs and
professional conferences
Gained knowledge of UNC-System and UNCW admission policies and procedures and clearly explained them to
prospective students and the University community
Designed, implemented and analyzed effective recruitment and communication strategies for target audiences
Timely followed through on communication by initiating and answering phone calls, correspondence and inquiries
from prospective students and their parents
Played a role in the success of various open house and campus visit programs, and assisted in the planning, execution
and evaluation of new sophomore open house
Cultivated strong organizational skills, excellent communication and computer skills, and the ability to work
independently as well as in a team
Advised Seahawk Admissions Network for Diversity (SAND). Planned, organized, executed and evaluated student
groups recruitment, retention and group efforts for the Office of Admissions. Coordinated all campus visit programs
with student group
Acted as the lead on the Campus Safety policies and procedures within the Office of Admissions. Requested background
checks, processed all official documents and organized and lead weekly committee to review all applicants who were
going through the Campus Safety Investigation process
Acted as the liaison to all Early College High School students and counselors in and out of the state of North Carolina.
Created proper documents that aided in the clarification of the ECHS admissions process, requirements and
implications.
Cross-trained in various departments on campus that are essential to the admissions process, including but not limited
to: Scholarships and Financial Aid, Residence Life, Orientation, University College/Academic Advising and Registrar
Practiced discretion as it pertained to the Admissions process and policies, as well as applicant and prospect
information
University of North Carolina Wilmington Advisory Council SOAR Ambassador
Scholarship Program August 2017 Present
Liaison for the Office of Admissions and familiarity with the SOAR Ambassador Scholarship Program
Assist in short and long-term planning for the development of the SOAR Ambassador Advisory Council and the
Scholarship Program
Participate in the review of the Councils actions/performance

Students Affairs Experience

University of North Carolina Student Organization Committee August 2017 Present

Responsible for reviewing all student organizations for registration/constitution development and recommending
policy and processes to the Chancellor
Serve as an awards and recognition committee for registered student organizations
Reviewed multiple weekly organization constitutions

Conferences

CACRAO Newcomers Conference July 2016

ACT Enrollment Planners Conference July 2017

Technical Skills

Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Publisher, Mac & PC
Proficient, various Social Media Platforms, Canva, AdmissionsPros, Banner