Board Election Candidate Statement

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1 Board Election Candidate Statement Candidate for: Treasurer Stanley J. Kania, III Marywood University Graduate Admissions Counselor Scranton, PA (570) Stanley J. Kania, III Resume (PDF) The Leadership Cultivation & Elections Committee developed a set of questions for all candidates to answer, to lend some consistency across the candidate statements and to provide the voting membership with specific information about the priorities each candidate envisions pursuing if elected. 1. What are your top three priorities for the future of NAGAP? Collaboratively work with other NAGAP Board members on creating new professional development opportunities, such as developing a Certified Higher Education Professional (CHEP) Certificate training program for NAGAP members. Utilize my knowledge of finance to ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and filing of all NAGAP financial documents and tax materials. Help promote the organization and its purpose to other GEM professionals across the country so they may increase their knowledge and grow as a GEM professional 2. How might you contribute to leading the association in the direction of these priorities? I am someone who is very passionate about higher education. I always have been since I first starting working in the GEM field five years ago. I firmly believe that education allows one to discover and unlock the hidden potential in themselves. I also believe that a solid education helps oneself learn the knowledge and skills needed to be a leader in the global and diverse world we live in today. For the past five years, I have helped my students do just that. Seeing my students graduate every year at our Commencement ceremony is very rewarding because I know I helped transform someone s life. I will take the same dedication, passion, and work ethic that I apply in my daily life and bring it into my role at NAGAP. I am someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and would work tirelessly to ensure that NAGAP continues their diligent work in providing education and resources to GEM professionals worldwide. My business background and knowledge acquired from my MBA will aid me in fulfilling the roles and responsibilities as Treasurer. I will ensure accurate reporting, documentation, and filing of all NAGAP financial and tax documents. Furthermore, I will work with the Chapters Committee to assist and make sure they have access to resources needed for filing their chapter financial and tax documents. As you can tell, I am an advocate for education and would like to work with other NAGAP leaders on developing a Certified Higher Education Professional (CHEP) Certificate training program for NAGAP members. If given the opportunity, I would be both humbled and honored to serve NAGAP as the Treasurer and aid NAGAP in furthering their mission to promote excellence and collaboration through education, research, and professional development.

2 3. Please share a meaningful or memorable experience you've had with NAGAP - in a committee or on a project or in a networking moment. My most memorable NAGAP experience was presenting at the 2015 NAGAP Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana this past year. My presentation was titled The Effectiveness of Alumni Engagement in the Recruitment Process: How Alumni Make Your School Shine. I wrote an article on this same topic that was published in the Fall 2014 edition of Perspectives, the NAGAP magazine. It was my first ever national presentation. I was excited, yet nervous at the same time. Before I knew it, all the seats in my presentation room were full and people began standing along the wall in the back. I had over 100 people in my presentation. The audience asked wonderful questions and we are all collaborating on ways in which the ideas I presented on could be implemented at their institution. I received wonderful feedback from the attendees and people were contacting me weeks afterwards to ask for advice and input on bringing alumni engagement into their recruitment strategy. I was honored to present in front of such a wonderful group of professionals and my experience sure was memorable! 4. Please describe your NAGAP-related experience/involvement. Member of PAGAP, the Pennsylvania Chapter of NAGAP (2011-Present) o Served as Vice-President for the past two years o Responsibilities include: assisting the President with general management of PAGAP, assist committees and chairs to support the vision and operation of the organization, aid in coordinating/marketing of PAGAP related events (i.e. meetings, conference, etc.). Presenter at the 2015 NAGAP Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana o Topic: "The Effectiveness of Alumni Engagement in the Recruitment Process: How Published article in the Fall 2014 edition of Perspectives, the NAGAP magazine. o Article title: "The Effectiveness of Alumni Engagement in the Recruitment Process: How Presenter at the Fall 2014 PAGAP Meeting o Topic: "The Effectiveness of Alumni Engagement in the Recruitment Process: How

3 Stanley J. Kania III, MBA I am seeking election to NAGAP where I can effectively utilize my academic and professional knowledge of enrollment management to help the organization meet its strategic goals by catering to its constituents and aid professionals in learning the necessary skills to become ethically and socially responsible leaders in a diverse and rapid-changing interdependent world. Summary Demonstrated achiever with strong knowledge of enrollment management practices and principles coupled with a solid ethical foundation. Strong enrollment management skills with proven successes. Adept at learning new concepts quickly, works well under pressure, and communicates ideas clearly and effectively. Computer literate particularly with all facets of Microsoft Office Suite (Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Proficient in SPSS and CRM software, such as Datatel Colleague, Exact Target, and Recruiter. Skilled in working both independently and in a team atmosphere to achieve stated goals. Education Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Human Development Marywood University, Scranton, PA Concentration in Business/Organizational Leadership Master s Degree in Business Administration Marywood University, Scranton, PA Concentration in General Management Bachelor s Degree in Political Science/Law Marywood University, Scranton, PA Current Professional Career History & Accomplishments Graduate Admissions Counselor, Marywood University Responsible for the recruitment of students for various graduate programs at Marywood University. Effectively marketing graduate programs and admissions requirements to prospective students. Implemented strategic recruiting plans that helped grow graduate enrollment 30% in three years ( ). Conduct personal interviews, campus tours, and graduate fairs to recruit prospective students. Work effectively with faculty members to facilitate proper program information to students and other Graduate Admissions team members. Develop and execute marketing strategies to effectively and efficiently recruit students and expert knowledge/usage of target marketing software (i.e. Exact Target). Assist international students with the admission process for various programs, including information on F-1 visas and I-20. Effectively use Datatel Colleague, Exact Target, and Recruiter as main systems for student recruitment and enrollment. Utilize SPSS and other data software to examine enrollment trends.

4 Vice-President, PAGAP (Pennsylvania Chapter- NAGAP) Member of the Executive Committee of PAGAP Assist President with overall management and leadership of PAGAP Worked closely with other Executive Board chairs on planning and executing PAGAP meetings (three annually) Presented at regional conferences on various topics relating to graduate enrollment management. Actively promoted PAGAP to other GEM professionals while attending recruiting and conference events. College Teaching Experience Adjunct Instructor, Lackawanna College Responsible for teaching undergraduate classes in business management and economics. Created class curriculum that teaches students business management and economic theories while developing their knowledge of management and business skills. Classes taught include BUS 105BA Principles of Management and ECON 105BA Macroeconomics Memberships & Affiliations National Association of Graduate Admissions Professionals (NAGAP) Pennsylvania Chapter of NAGAP (PAGAP) Delta Mu Delta- Iota Lambda Chapter (National Business Honors Society) Phi Alpha Theta- Iota Sigma Chapter (National History Honors Society) Pi Gamma Mu (National Social Science Honors Society) Publications Kania, S. (2014). The Effectiveness of Alumni Engagement in the Recruitment Process: How Alumni Make Your School "Shine" Perspectives, 26(4),

5 Research Kania, S. (Current). College in America: Is the U.S. Higher Education System Too Big to Fail?. Research ongoing and will be ready for publication in the Fall 2015 semester. Kania, S. (2014, April). The Effectiveness of Alumni Engagement in the Recruitment Process: How Alumni Make Your School Shine. Presented at the National Association of Graduate Admissions Professionals National Conference. San Diego, California. Pyle, M. & Kania, S. (2012, October). Great Valley Technology Alliance Revisited: An Analysis of the Business Plan Competition Finalists and Their Effect on the Community. Presented at the Northeast Association of Business, Economics, and Technology Annual Conference. Published in Conference Proceedings. State College, PA. Kania, S. (2010, October). An Economy in Turmoil: How the Implementation of a North American Union Will Re-stabilize and Grow the American Economy. Presented at the Phi Alpha Theta Regional Conference. Published in Conference Proceedings. Bloomsburg University. Bloomsburg, PA. Professional References Available Upon Request