Kathryn Elizabeth Trnka

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Chicago, IL 60613

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SUMMARY

Dynamic and creative leader with proven success in college counseling,

recruiting, and admissions. Proven ability to assist and counsel students

through the higher education. Over ten years' experience as a highly

successful admission counselor and college recruiter.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Admission Director 2008-

current

Saint Mary's University, Winona, Minnesota

. Serves as a Chicago Regional Representative for Saint Mary's

University working closely with Illinois high school guidance

counselors, high school students, as well as parents.

. Recruits high school students in a territory of 46 states.

. Recruited 18% of the class of 2014.

Assistant Admission Director 2007-

2008

Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana

. Successfully developed relationships with prospective students,

which directly resulted in increased applications and acceptance in

secondary territories of Arizona and Texas.

. Evaluated over 300 applications per year, providing information for

the admission and scholarship committees; resulting in a more

effective system for assisting high school students.

. Served three years as an admission committee member, developing an

increased knowledge of college admission expectations.

Admission Counselor 2005-

2007

Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana

. Served as music and art liaison for talent scholarship

consideration; providing professional assistance in the fine arts.

. Counsels and supports students in a positive manner as they

negotiate the admission process, resulting in students who are well

prepared to meet the college's expectations.

. Built relationships with prospective students, parents, high school

counselors, and Saint Mary's alumnae through college fairs,

receptions, information sessions, and high school visits.

Recruited 25% of the class of 2011 & 2012.

Wedding Coordinator 2003-

2008

St. Pius X Catholic Church, Granger, Indiana

. As a volunteer, facilitated 80 wedding rehearsals, partnering with

the bride, groom and church staff.

Private Vocal Coach 2002-

2005

Mishawaka, Indiana

. Instructed over 35 students through vocal instruction and

technique.

Music Teacher and Band Director 2002-

2005

Saint Monica Grade School, Mishawaka, Indiana

Saint Joseph Grade School, Mishawaka, Indiana

. As a teacher, worked with school administration to increase overall

student educational experience. Collaborated school wide lesson

plans across all disciplines.

. Conducted and directed choral work at the collegiate level.

Director of Musical Productions 2002-

2005

Saint Monica & Saint Joseph Grade Schools, Mishawaka, Indiana

. Produced and directed six plays involving over 500 elementary

students annually for three years. Increased school play

attendance by over 25% and raised over $2,000 for the school arts

program.

. Directed and educated 500 junior high students through theater

instruction. Developed summer theater programs at the high school

and collegiate levels.

EDUCATION

Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana

Music Major (Voice), Bachelor of Arts

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

President 2009-current

Mid America Catholic Colleges, Chicago, Illinois

Member 2005-current

IACAC, Chicago, Illinois

Violinist 2007-2008

St. Pius X Catholic Church, Granger, Indiana

Theater Counselor and Coach 2002-

2004

Saint Mary's Fine Arts Camp, Notre Dame, Indiana

Cantor (Spring) 2002-

2004

St. Pius X Catholic Church, Granger, Indiana

Artist in Residence 2003

Saint Mary's Fine Arts Camp, Notre Dame, Indiana

Cantor (Fall) 2001-

2002

Saint Patrick's Catholic Church, South Bend, Indiana

Assistant Music Librarian 1999-

2002

Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Indiana

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