AMANDA SANTUCCI

5718 N Osage Chicago, IL 60631 | 773-910-6620 | amandasantucci316@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Masters of Education in Adult and Higher Education, Expected completion: May 2019
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, Illinois

Bachelor of Science in Communicative Disorders, May 2017

Minor: Family and Child Studies
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, Illinois

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Graduate Advisor | United Greek Council | Office of Student Involvement July 2017 – Present
Northern Illinois University
· Advise 15 Multicultural Greek Letter organizations composed of over 230 students
· Meet with the United Greek Council Executive Board weekly
· Oversee bi-weekly council meetings composing of 50 council members; guide students regarding personal and
organizational development
· Manage annual budget of $8000 through internal and external bank accounts
· Conduct semester grade reports for the 1600+ students in the Greek community
· Ensure that actions of the organizations and their members are in accordance with the established policies and
procedures of Northern Illinois University and Inter/National Headquarters
· Work with chapter Presidents to discuss goals, paperwork, event planning, and other needs of the council
· Oversee council event planning & marketing (i.e. UGC week, UGC barbecue, UGC scholarship banquet)
· Manage the approval and denial of all student organization’s off-campus social events
· Educate new Greek affiliated students on risk management, hazing prevention, and university policies
· Coordinate and oversee annual Greek president’s retreat composing of 60 students
· Facilitate presentations on accountability and harm reduction to chapters annually
· Serve as the advisor for Order of Omega; Attend monthly meetings and meet with executive board
· Recognized for excellence in Council Management, Innovation and Accountability at AFLV Central conference
· Assist with Panhellenic Association and Interfraternity Council recruitments and philanthropy events, the
National PanHellenic Council step show, and events in leadership development, community service, and campus
programming throughout the academic year

Intern | Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life Sept 2018 – Present

Northwestern University
· Identify methods of assessment to garnish data required by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life
· Develop assessment in partnership with Student Affairs Assessment and Planning Office
· Coordinate distribution of assessment to Fraternity and Sorority headquarter partners; Facilitate follow up with
headquarters resulting in a 68% response rate
· Analyze data by providing a summary and key points
· Present finding to Northwestern University’s Fraternity and Sorority Life Harm Reduction working group
· Assist the Panhellenic Association with a 6 day formal recruitment; Train staff members on how to use Campus
Director; Oversee sorority house checks for infractions

NODA Intern | Family & Guest Orientation/International Student Orientation June 2018 – Aug 2018
Jacksonville University
· Coordinated operations for Family and Guest Orientation and International Student Orientation
· Supervised team of 4 student employees; Oversaw training, payroll, and staff development
· Oversaw the planning and implementation of the International Student Orientation training programs for student
volunteers; Created the schedule for the 3-day orientation program for 60 International students
· Developed, distributed, and analyzed assessments for student orientation and family and guest orientation
Intern | First-Generation Students & Military Veterans Office Jan 2018 – May 2018
North Central College
· Served alongside the Director of First-Generation Students and Military Veterans in campus initiatives and
programs geared towards first-generation students and military veterans
· Coordinated a Career Closet initiative which provided students with interview-appropriate clothing
· Reviewed resumes of first-generation students and provided feedback in individual meetings
· Presented programs related to career and internship readiness to over 120 first-generation students

Small Group Facilitator | Office of Sorority and Fraternity Life Feb 2018
Loyola University Chicago
· Facilitated small group discussions with 12 undergraduate Greek affiliated members at the two-day Greek
leadership retreat
· Engaged students in conversations regarding current events and challenges within their community

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Co-Instructor – Greek Leadership Jan 2019 – Present

Co-Instructor – University 101 Aug 2018 – Dec 2018
Peer Instructor – University 101 Fall 2014, Fall 2015

LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Professional Development and Recognition Committee Sept 2017 – Present

Student Conduct Board Advisor Sept 2017 – Present
Huskie Food Pantry Volunteer Sept 2017 – Present
Alpha Phi Fraternity
· Alumnae Advisor of Community Relations Oct 2017 – Present
· Collegiate Chapter President Dec 2015 – Dec 2016
Northern Pact Committee Sept 2017 – May 2018
Order of Omega Honors Society Oct 2016 – May 2017
Lambda Sigma Honors Society Sept 2014 – May 2015

EMPLOYMENT

Day Camp Director | DeKalb Park District May 2016 – May 2018
· Hired, trained, supervised, and evaluated camp staff of 12
· Ensured safety and positive experience of over 50 children
· Developed routines, schedules, programming and procedures for camp operation
· Communicated with parents and families on a weekly basis through newsletter, email, phone, and in-person
· First responder for crisis management and safety concerns
· CPR, AED, and first-aid certified

Inclusion Aide | Kishwaukee Special Recreation Association June 2016 – Aug 2016
· Provided necessary assistance to special students in summer camp
· Reviewed individual performance of special students in a class and reporting to the supervisor
· Developed individual plans for children who are unable to perform in the regular setting

Recreation Leader | Chicago Park District June 2011 – Aug 2015

· Supervised and mentored 20 children, ages 5-12, and provided structured learning games
· Managed behavioral issues through positive reinforcement
· Developed strong relationships with parents by creating a culture of openness and respect for questions and
concerns
· Collaborated with fellow employees to ensure safety of all children during camp hours