Rosa Smith

Background

About Rosa Smith

I am a dynamic higher education visionary with more than 20 years of experience developing and implementing strategic plans that advance organizational goals, increase enrollment, and elevate academic achievement. My background includes handling all aspects of academic administration, including fiscal and personnel management, student information systems, and innovative program development. As a dedicated change leader and cross-functional collaborator, I foster respect for diversity and drive workforce development. I am bilingual in English and Spanish. Key Accomplishments • Head degree and extension centers, working collaboratively across all divisions and managing a budget of $2M. Oversee 85 part- and full-time faculty. Hires, supervises, and evaluates 5 on-site operational/administrative staff. • Perform ongoing enrollment analysis of courses and programs, leveraging insights to lead strategic enrollment plans that achieve revenue goals. Spearheaded initiatives that increased enrollment by nearly 30% from 2022 to 2023. • Managed all services for students each semester, including admissions, recruitment, financial aid, testing, academic advising, transfers, registration, and college life. Oversaw 5 staff members and a budget of $2M. • Developed collaborative communication strategy that facilitated the transition from in-person to remote learning during the pandemic in 2020, effectively slashing initial headcount deficit from -28% to -1.8%.