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Feb. 24, 2008


Chevonne Williams

chevonne.epperson@valpo.edu

Qualification Summary

Sports Administrator professional with hands-on experience managing sport related academic and admission programs in a complex, multi-site corporate environment. Demonstrated ability to promote positive working relationships throughout the organization.

Areas of Expertise:

Academic Assessment Experience
Academic Advising/Counseling
Sports and Facility Management
Athletic Academic Services
Interviewing Techniques
Career Placement Assessment
Event Planning
Sports Promotion
Recruiting (Athletic)
Coaching
Dance Instructor
Fitness and Wellness Program Development/Management

Employment History

Current
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN
Assistant Track and Field Coach - Instruct athletes in team and individual fundamentals, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize individual and team success.

  • Carry out the objectives of the sports program as outlined by the head coach. Provide the organization, direction, and administration of the Men's and Women's Track and Field program. Perform coaching duties at practices and contests. Recruited student-athletes. Maintained athletic compliance with all Divisional, District, Conference and Commissions. Develop an off- season conditioning and strength program that monitors the progress of the student-athletes. Work effectively with the athletic trainers, academic advisor, equipment manager(s) and others in the Department.

    Current
    Boys and Girls Club of Northwest Indiana
    Cedar Lake, IN
    Athletic Director - Overseeing 300 children with planning, development, implementation and evaluation of a broad range of programs and activities in the Core Program Areas of Sports, Fitness and Recreation; providing leadership to and supervision of employees and volunteer staff; and manage equipment and supplies.

    2006
    Corinthian School Inc. (Olympia College)
    Merrillville, IN
    Senior Admissions and Academic Advisor - Responsible for generating prospective students for enrollment in Olympia College academic programs, and providing academic counseling to students.

  • Responsible for all phases of the student admissions process from marketing the program with students to qualifying them for enrollment in an Olympia College education. Communicating the philosophy and features of the school and meeting the school's enrollment objectives. Provided academic advisement for new and continuing college students, including those in transfer and technical degree and certificate programs. Assist and counseled students in identifying and evaluating their academic problems, created comprehensive academic plans, provided academic advising, transfer evaluation reviews, course selection, and registration assistances to new and continuing students. Conducted resume, job placement, and interviewing technique presentations and workshops for current students.

    2004-2006
    Kaplan University
    Chicago,IL
    Admission Advisor - Guide qualified applicants through the admissions and enrollment processes.

  • Using a consultative sales approach, Admissions Advisors generate student enrollments by calling on prospective students and advising them with respect to how Kaplan University can meet their educational and career needs. All contact were made via phone or e-mail.

    2003-2004
    YWCA of Gary
    Gary,IN
    Health and Wellness Administrative Assistant - Worked under Manager of Administrative Services performing clerical, wellness programs, and general office duties.

  • Composed grant proposals, letters and reports for facility funding. Organized and planned meetings for after school and fitness/wellness programs. Help assist and conduct health presentations for the Older Adults Program. Helped developed mentoring and educational programs.

    Professional Internships


    April 2008-Sept 2008
    WNBA, Chicago Sky
    Chicago, IL

  • Game Operations-Game Day Intern- will gain hands-on experience in sports promotion through implementing game night contests. As a Game Operations Intern, I will assist in coordination and on-floor execution of game timeouts, contests, game activities and events prior to, during, and after games.

    Education

  • Masters in Sports Administration, Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, Indiana
  • BA in Applied Science and Technology, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana Certifications & Affiliations
  • USA Track & Field Level I Coaching Certification
  • NCAA Division I Coaches Certification (in progress)
  • The Minority Opportunities Athletic Association (MOAA)
  • Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
  • North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM)
  • National Association of Collegiate Women Athletic Administrators (NACWAA)(in progress)
  • The National Scholars Honor Society (in progress)
  • CHAMPS LIFE/Life skill programs

    Other

    May 2008
    Business Administration Global Experience
    Shanghai and Beijing, China

  • The 10-day experience will give me the opportunity to tour manufacturing plants, talk with managers of state-owned companies, interact with other students, participate in educational activities, meet government officials; and see first-hand the world's fastest growing economy.

    Technical Skills

  • Internet Explorer, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, Outlook, Macintosh Applications, & Windows 2007/XP/Vista
     

     

  • Location
    Cleveland, OH
     
    Founded
    1966
     
    Colors
    Black and Gold
     
    President
    Joan Cronan
    Women's Director of Athletics
    University of Tennessee
     
    Executive Director
    Mike Cleary
    President
    Joan Cronan
    Director of Women's Athletics
    University of Tennessee
     
    1st Vice President
    Randy Spetman
    Director of Athletics
    Florida State University
     
    2nd Vice President
    Dave Roach
    Director of Athletics
    Colgate University
     
    3rd Vice President
    Dan Guerrero
    Director of Athletics
    UCLA
     
    Secretary
    David Stair
    Director of Athletics
    Evangel University