Thomas A. Robertson HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS 32 years of leadership experience in higher education with an emphasis on student services. 12 years of administrative leadership in pharmacy education. Direct experience in residence life, career development, academic advising, orientation, judicial affairs, student leadership programs, student government, and student clubs and organizations. Served as Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs, providing leadership for 13 departments, 28 full-time staff, and operating budget of $2.5 million. Completed doctorate in higher education administration. EDUCATION University of Florida Doctor of Education Higher Education Administration 2012 Michigan State University Master of Arts in Education Administration 1996 Central Michigan University Bachelor of Science in Education 1983 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Assistant Dean for Students, Assistant Professor of Social and Administrative Sciences, Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, FL 2009-Present. Senior Administer for student services and programs for 300-plus pharmacy students enrolled in doctoral program. Oversee recruiting and admissions efforts for the Gregory School of Pharmacy. Coordinate marketing, alumni services, and community service outreach opportunities. Primary student affairs liaison with other university departments and offices Counselor Coordinator, Florida State College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL, 2007 2009. Assisted Dean with the management and coordination of a one-stop Student Success Center. Nominated as Co-chair for 2008 United Way Campaign for Kent Campus reaching 112% of campaign goal. Supervised staff of 7 full and part-time staff. Developed campus-wide newsletter, published three times a year. Advised and counseled students on academic and career related issues.
T. A Robertson Page 2 Coordinator of Student Affairs, University of Florida, College of Pharmacy, Jacksonville, FL, 2002-2007. Responsible for all extra-curricular programs and student support services for doctoral level students. Assisted Dean with new campus development for Pharm.D. program. Developed and coordinated special events and programs (Career Day, Open-House, Orientation, and student leadership retreats). Coordinated the recruitment, mentoring, advising, and enrollment of graduate students. Advised student professional organizations (CPFI and Student Council). Adjunct Faculty, University of Florida, College of Pharmacy, Jacksonville, FL, 2006. PHA 5922C: Critical Thinking Adjunct Faculty, Florida State College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL, 2001 2006. SLS 1103: Strategies for Success in College, Career, and Life SLS 1301: Career Planning & The World of Work SLS 1101: Dynamics of Student Success Advisor, Enrollment Services, Florida Community College at Jacksonville, FL, 2000-2001. Counseled and advised high school age students and adults in the completion of their high school diplomas. Developed new student adult studies overview booklet. Consulted college curriculum review committee on SLS courses. Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs, University of North Florida, Jacksonville, FL, 1999 2000. Senior Administrator for Student Development sub-division, responsible for 13 departments, 28 full-time staff, and operating budget of $2.5 million. As the University Judicial Officer, administered over 150 judicial hearings for academic year. Advisor to Student Government, selected 2 nd best in State of Florida for 1999-2000. Redesigned new student orientation program, serving over 2,500 new students and family members. Director of Academic and Career Development, Millsaps College, Jackson, MS, 1996 1999. Managed and led comprehensive career services center, including career counseling, internship program, placement, student employment, and graduate school advisement. Initiated and developed new programs, including: Senior-Link, Crossroads in Careers, and Senior Institute for students and alumni. Appointed Pre-law Advisor for 1998-1999 academic year, co-developed Millsaps Pre-Law Society Collaborated with faculty in the development of graduate test preparation seminars for GRE, MCAT, GMAT, and LSAT examinations. Career / Academic Advisor and Instructor, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI, 1993 1995. Co-instructed and redesigned career development course for undergraduates. Member of nationally recognized academic advising team for excellence (NACADA 1995). Created interactive career exploration session for 500 new freshmen and transfer students in new student orientation program. Individually advised and assisted over 400 students annually in career and academic exploration.
Page 3 Associate Director of Career Services and Senior Instructor, Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, MI, 1991 1992. Coordinated on-campus recruiting program and employer outreach. Co-facilitated co-op/internship seminar and assisted in administration of field experience program serving over 100 students annually. Presented over 100 career-related workshops and programs for students, alumni, and the community. Assistant Director of Placement, Director of Parent Orientation, Instructor, Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, MI, 1988 1991. Supervised alumni Career Mentor Program, matching 150 students with informational interview contacts. Developed and directed new Parent Orientation Program. Resident Director and Orientation Assistant, Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, MI, 1983 1988. Managed staff of 13 Resident Advisors and a co-educational residential community of 300 students. Team-taught student leadership course for residence life staff. PRESENTATIONS / POSTERS Managing Your Job Search: Effective Strategies to Launch Your Career! Florida Pharmacy Association Annual Meeting, St. Augustine, Florida, 2015. Managing Your Job Search.and More! Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International Annual Conference and National Student Retreat, Flat Rock, NC, 2015. Strategies to Meet ACPE Standards Pertaining to Professional Development. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy, Washington D.C., 2015. Assessment and Comparison of Professional Behaviors in Pharmacy Students and Applicants, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy, Chicago, IL 2013. Career and Employment Trends for Graduate Students in Student Affairs, National Student Personnel Association (NASPA), Orlando, FL, 2013 (Submitted). Staffing and Salaries of Pharmacy Admissions and Student Services Personnel Among U.S. Pharmacy Schools, American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy, Orlando, FL, 2012. Desert Survival Team Decision Making, Phi Lambda Sigma Leadership Retreat, Jupiter, FL 2012. Pharmacy Admissions and Career Opportunities, Georgia Institute of Technology, Pre-Health Professions Showcase, Atlanta, GA, 2010. Maximizing Your Leadership Potential, University of Florida, School of Pharmacy, Keynote Address S.O.A.R. Leadership Weekend, Jacksonville, FL, 2009. Leadership Development Initiatives, Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International Annual Meeting, Myrtle Beach, SC, 2008. MBTI Assessment Understanding Your Type, University of Florida, School of Pharmacy, 2004-2006.
Page 4 Keynote Address, University of North Florida, Student Government Association Annual Awards Banquet, Jacksonville, FL, 2000. Career Center Director s - A Panel Discussion, Southern Association of Colleges and Employers Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA, 1998. Job Search Strategies in Health Care, University of Mississippi, University Medical Center, Jackson, MS, 1995. First Class Service Customer Service Seminar, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI, 1994-1995. The Three C s of Leadership, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI, Keynote Address Student Leadership Weekend, 1994. Strategies in Changing Careers, American Association of Retired People, Grand Rapids, MI, 1990. In Search of Excellence A Customer Service Seminar, Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, MI, 1990. Development of a Parent and Family Orientation Program, National Orientation Directors Association, Portland, OR, 1990. Transferable Skills and Your Career Development, National Orientation Directors Association Region VII Conference, Grand Rapids, MI, 1989. TEACHING EXPERIENCE Assistant Professor of Social and Administrative Sciences, Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, FL 2009-Present. PRX 1101: Servant Leadership I PHR 3282: Professional Development III FYE: Freshmen Year Experience (Pre-Pharmacy) Adjunct Faculty, University of Florida, College of Pharmacy, Jacksonville, FL, 2006. PHA 5922C: Critical Thinking Adjunct Faculty, Florida State College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL, 2001-2006. SLS 1103: Strategies for Success in College, Career, and Life SLS 1301: Career Planning & The World of Work SLS 1101: Dynamics of Student Success Instructor, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI, 1994-1995 Strategies for Student Success Instructor, Aquinas College, Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, MI, 1987 1992. Leadership Development Student Success and Career Development
Page 5 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) Southern Association for College Student Affairs (SACSA) American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International (CPFI) Florida Pharmacy Association (FPA) COMMUNITY SERVICE & VOLUNTEERISM Volunteer, Life Center, Belle Glade, FL Lighthouse Café, Belle Glade, FL First United Methodist Church Food Pantry, Clewiston, FL Volunteer, Palm Beach Marathon - Water Station, Palm Beach, FL Student Mentor Volunteer, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, FL CROSSroads in Careers, Community of Hope, Loxahatchee Groves, FL Small Group Leader - Community of Hope, Loxahatchee Groves, FL Youth Mentor & Kids of Hope Volunteer - Community of Hope, Loxahatchee Groves, FL Quantum House, West Palm Beach, FL Medical Mission Trip Belle Glade, Florida, Gregory School of Pharmacy Volunteer T-ball Coach, Hendricks Recreation League, Jacksonville, FL Children s Worship Leader, Lakewood Presbyterian Church, Jacksonville, FL Volunteer, Duval County Schools, Jacksonville, FL Youth Advisor, Lakewood Presbyterian Church, Jacksonville, FL I.M. Sulzbacher Center, Jacksonville, FL Keeping Jacksonville Beautiful, Jacksonville, FL Metro Jackson Chamber of Commerce, Education Committee, Jackson, MS Junior Achievement, Guest Speaker, Jackson, MS Habitat for Humanity, Jackson, MS and Orlando, FL Stewpot Community Services, Jackson, MS United Way, Allocation Committee, Mt. Pleasant, MI Big Brothers of America, Mt. Pleasant, MI LEADERSHIP & COMMITTEE ROLES Co-chair, eportfolio Task Force, - Gregory School of Pharmacy (2015) Chair, Student Recruitment & Admissions Committee Gregory School of Pharmacy (2009 - Present) Professionalism, Service, Leadership & Faith Gregory School of Pharmacy (2009 - Present) Executive Committee Gregory School of Pharmacy (2009 - Present) Student Success Committee Gregory School of Pharmacy (2010 - Present) Chapter Advisor, CPFI (2011-Present) Board of Directors, Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International (2004-2007, 2009-2013) Florida State College - Kent Campus Leadership Team (2007-2009) Co-chair, United Way Campaign, FSC Kent Campus (2008) Associate Pastor Search Committee, Lakewood Presbyterian Church (2007-2008) SACSA & NASPA Region III Conference Planning Team (2205-2006) Chair, Student Organizations Leadership Retreat SOAR (2005) Co-chair, CPFI Student Leadership Retreat Orlando (2005, 2006, 2007) Board of Directors, Barrington Oaks Owners Association (2002-2004) Elder, Lakewood Presbyterian Church (2003-2005) Jacksonville Campus Ministry, Board Member (1999-2000)
Page 6 Osprey Productions Advisory Board, UNF (1999-2000) Chair, University Food Services Advisory Board, UNF (1999-2000) Member, University Technology Committee UNF (1999-2000) Robinson Student Center Advisory Board, UNF, Member (1999-2000) University Crisis Management Team, UNF (1999-2000) President, Staff Council, Millsaps College (1998-1999) Vice President, Mississippi College Placement Association (1998-1999) Chair of College Benefits Committee, Millsaps College (1998-1999) Mississippi College Placement Association - State Conference Chair (1999) Vice President, American Society for Training and Development, Mississippi Chapter (1997-1998) HONORS & RECOGNITION Keynote, Florida Pharmacy Association Prayer Breakfast (2013) Keynote Speaker, University of Florida College of Pharmacy SOAR (2009) L.V. Voss Research Scholarship, Honorable Mention (2005) CPFI Board Recognition (2005) Nomination for Staff Member Recognition Award, University of Florida (2004) University of North Florida Student Government Association Advisor Recognition (2000) Who s Who in American Colleges & Universities (1983) REFERENCES AVAIALBLE UPON REQUEST