Dawn Tallchief

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Address: **** ************ ******

City: Lawrence

State: KS

Zip: 66044

Country: USA

Phone: 785-***-****

Skill Level: Experienced

Salary Range: $40,000

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Dawn P. Tallchief, Ph.D. 1016 Pennsylvania Street, Lawrence, KS 66044-3054

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E-mail: abpj1i@r.postjobfree.com Summary of Qualifications

Highly motivated, creative, and adaptable higher education administrator with 15 years of experience developing programs for student retention and success. Experienced at building effective, productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Have worked with all levels of university personnel. Possesses excellent organizational and computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and various student information systems. Has made numerous presentations at professional conferences and to campus constituents.

Education

May 2006 Ph.D. Educational Leadership Policy Studies, Arizona State University

May 1995 M.Ed. Higher Education, Arizona State University

May 1993 B.A. Psychology, State University of NY at Buffalo

May 1991 A.A. General Studies, State University of NY at Buffalo Work History Program Officer Nov 11 Apr 12 American Indian College Fund

Projects and Research

Worked remotely from Lawrence, KS for the Denver-based organization. Ensured that each program had a sufficient pool of qualified applicants to support a competitive award process. Monitored current fellowship recipients to help them maintain academic progress during their fellowship period. Developed and implemented activities to achieve program objectives. Assistant Director Apr 08 Nov 11 University of Kansas

Office of Professional Military Graduate Education

Managed and coordinated the Universitys Army Wounded Warrior Education Initiative program. Collaborated with counterparts at Fort Leavenworth to identify, advise, and place prospective degree candidates in appropriate academic programs. Also served as general advisor and mentor of those who participated in the program. Identified and worked with appropriate faculty mentors and advisors for the students in participating academic departments and programs, and worked closely with departments and schools involved. Assisted the Director with other academic and curriculum projects as needed. Program Assistant Jan 06 Apr 08 University of Kansas

Academic Achievement and Access Center Worked with students who have personal issues/concerns relating to academic progress, e.g. professor/student communications, roommate issues, etc. Provided general student services and/or direct referrals to appropriate offices on the Lawrence campus. Worked with students in small groups at workshops responding to student, faculty or staff requests. Notified KU faculty and staff about student absence due to emergency or illness; and advocated for students with special needs due to personal or family emergency or crisis. Also taught PRE 101, the Universitys orientation course. Dean, Regina Campus Mar 05 July 05 First Nations University of Canada Acting Registrar

Coordinated all administrative processes relevant to students academic standing. Ensured accurate procedures are adhered to regarding grade changes, medical withdrawals, and all other administrative processes related to students academic history. Supervised and directed the work of all Registrar Office personnel inclusive of all First Nations University of Canada Assistant Registrars and Administrative Assistants on the Regina campus. Provided guidance and direction to the Assistant Registrars at the other two campuses as necessary. Collaborated with other two campus deans and with the Registrars Office staff at the University of Regina. Assisted the VP of Academics in managing the functions relating to academic faculties.

Director Aug 00 - Sep 04 Haskell Indian Nations University Title III Strengthening Institutions Program Grant Led a US Department of Education grant with an annual budget of $350,000. Analyzed and addressed programming issues concerning retention, counseling, orientation, academic affairs, diversity and disability services to prevent gaps in, or duplication of, services. Hired, supervised and evaluated two full-time and two student staff members of the Student Academic Development Center, in addition to the Director of the Cultural Center and Museum. Initiated and developed the plan for a one-stop student center to centralize student services and maximize institutional resources. Coordinated and taught Haskells first-year student orientation course, Vision Quest 101 and revised course objectives to address topics such as university policies, institutional procedures, career exploration and academic skill development.

Research Assistant May 95 - July 00 Arizona State University Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs

Under the direction of the Assistant VP for Student Affairs, led efforts to develop the Native American Achievement Program. Contacted, interviewed and tracked the progress of Native American students (first-year and transfer students) who participated in the program. The program increased retention rates of the targeted student group by 25% and continues to yield positive results.

Graduate Assistant/Intern Jun 94 - May 95 Arizona State University Student Affairs Departments

Worked as an assistant to the Native American counselor. Organized and implemented the Navajo Summer Institute Program, a three-day on-campus orientation program for incoming Navajo first-year and transfer students.

Served as a resource and liaison for the Student Financial Assistance office. Met with first-year and transfer students and monitored student experiences during their transition as university students. Addressed areas of concern regarding financial aid services to American Indian students.

Research Assistant Nov 93 - Jun 94 Arizona State University Tribal Leadership for the 21st Century

Assisted the Principle Investigator in the implementation of leadership program. Contacted local tribal communities to initiate communication about the leadership program.

Publications

Tallchief, D. (2009). University of Kansas, Army join forces to implement Wounded Warrior Education Initiative. Command and General Staff College Foundation News, Col. (Ret.) Bob Ulin (Ed.). Command and General Staff College Foundation, November 2009.

Colbert, C., Saggio, J., Tato (Tallchief), D. (2004). Enhancing the First-Year Experience of American Indian/Alaska Native Students. Monograph #38, Enhancing the First Year Experience for Students of Color, Rendon, L., Garcia, M., and Pearson, D. (Eds.). National Resource Center for the First-Year Experience and Students in Transition, June 2004.

Professional Affiliations

2006-2008 AAUW (formerly known as the American Association of University Women)

1997-2008 Association for the Study of Higher Education

1996-2001 Retention in Education for Todays All Indigenous Nations

1995-2000 American Educational Research Association

1995-1999 National Indian Education Association

Association of American Indian and Alaska Native Professors Community Service

2005-2012 Board of Directors, Social Service League, Lawrence, KS

2011-2012 Vice President, Board of Directors, Social Service League, Lawrence, KS

2011-2011 President, Native Faculty and Staff Council, University of Kansas

2010-2011 President, Native Faculty and Staff Council, University of Kansas

2009-2010 Secretary, Native Faculty and Staff Council, University of Kansas

2005-2011 Advisory Board, Housing and Credit Counseling, Inc. (HCCI), Lawrence, KS

Artwork Exhibited

August 2012 Dime Bag Art Show, Lawrence Percolator, Lawrence, KS

March 2011 March Mustache Madness Art Show, Tellers Restaurant Bar, Lawrence, KS

August 2009 Dime Bag Art Show, Lawrence Percolator, Lawrence, KS

October 2007 Healing Through the Arts IV: Surviving and Thriving Exhibition, Lawrence Arts Center

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