Aaren Bare
Academic Advisor at James Madison University
Academic Advisor at James Madison University
I am a professional and person committed to the transformational experience of learning through formal and informal interactions to promote intellectual and personal growth.  As a Student Affairs professional, it is my goal to be an intentional support to students as they navigate the challenges of the college experience and empower them to become active agents of their learning experience in order to achieve academic success, personal development, career achievements, and the pursuit as lifelong learners.

Signature Themes: Communicator | Woo | Connectedness | Positivity | Strategic
James Madison University
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Academic Advisor
James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA
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Career & Academic Advisor
James Madison University
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-Advise 27 first-year undeclared students as they acclimate to college life and make academic decisions
-Ensure students know and understand academic policies and requirements necessary for success at JMU
-Provide information on career options and major requirements
-Facilitate student decision-making and foster individual accountability utilizing Intake Questionnaire, Work Values Inventory, card sorts, and other resources
-Utilize Canvas as an online resource for advisees to have access to a variety of information easily
-Review student resumes and offer feedback for them to better communicate their experiences and meet their career goals
-Assist students in finding resources to better navigate internship and job searches
-Coordinate and facilitate bi-weekly professional developments for CAP Career Educators
Harrisonburg, VA
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Career & Academic Advisor, Graduate Assistant
James Madison University
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-Coordinated a support program (ASP) to help students on academic probation achieve academic success
-Selected, trained, supervised, and evaluated a staff of 6 undergraduate and 2 graduate students who facilitated the ASP course
-Designed and implemented a new curriculum that promotes non-cognitive strategies based on four categories theory says are essential to students succeeding academically including Academic Skills, Social Support, Self-Management, and Connectedness
-Developed assessment plan including the creation of student learning outcomes, mapping programming to outcomes, and selection of commercial assessment instrument
-Advised higher-need ASP students in one-on-one meetings to offer support, resources, and feedback to promote academic success

-Planned, marketed, publicized, and recruited Peer Instructors for Fall 2018
Harrisonburg, VA
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Academic Success Programs, Graduate Assistant
James Madison University
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-Facilitated 5-day Assessment 101 training for 25+ JMU faculty and staff on topics such as Writing Learning Objectives, Learning Improvement, Creating a Culture of Assessment, and Professional Development in Assessment
-Developed an assessment plan for the Academic Success Program to evaluate effectiveness of the program on student learning
-Created training recommendations for the Director of CARS to bolster leadership skills for Ph.D. Assessment & Measurement students in the Team Lead position
-Co-rated the Assessment Progress Template (APT) for six academic programs at JMU
-Evaluated existing student affairs and academic affairs assessment processes and made recommendations for improvement
-Evaluated the feasibility and quality of learning improvement initiatives in student affairs
-Co-authored two academic papers related to Program Theory creating strong assessment practices
-Maintained strong relationship with staff to continue to promote our work at regional and national conferences
Harrisonburg, VA
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Student Affairs Assessment Support Services Intern
Bridgewater College
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-Responsible for overall management of a residence hall, student houses, overflow hotel housing, and upperclassmen apartment communities of approximately 275 residents
-Selected, trained, supervised, developed, and evaluated a staff of 4-11 undergraduate Resident Advisors
-Maintained budget of approximately $1500 for two residential areas and two Hall Councils
-Advised a Hall/Apartment Council comprised of 7-10 elected members of the community 
-Served as a conduct hearing officer to help students develop in their success as a community member
-Participated in college-wide on-call rotation addressing student safety, maintenance and custodial issues, and policy concerns for a campus population of approximately 1,500 students. 
-Effectively managed maintenance and housekeeping concerns
Bridgewater, VA
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Area Coordinator
Master of Education - MEd
College Student Personnel Administration
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James Madison University
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Bachelor of Arts - BA
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
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Bridgewater College
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Multiculturalism, Diversity, and Difference: Theory, Research and Practice in Student Affairs
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American Higher Education
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Assessment 101
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Career Development
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Counseling Strategies: Brief Counseling & Crisis Intervention
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Counseling Techniques
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Counseling Theories
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Organization & Administration of Student Services
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Statistical Methods in Psychology
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Student Learning & Development
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Student Personnel Services
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Supervision & Consultation Processes in Student Personnel
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Education
Virginia Student Services Conference (VSSC
Served as a volunteer to coordinate two keynote speakers for the conference.
Conference Planning Committee
Education
James Madison University
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Welcome, guide, and answer any questions of incoming JMU families as they come to campus for their orientation day!
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Orientation Office: Family Check-In Volunteer
Education
James Madison University
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Participate on a board of faculty, staff, and students to determine whether an accused student has violated university policy and assign developmental educational sanctions if found responsible.
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Office of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices: Accountability Board Member
Education
James Madison University
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Supported first-year students in developing positive academic success strategies to encourage their academic success after a challenging first semester.
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Office of Residence Life-Academic Success Mentor
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Harrisonburg, VA
Lindsey Scott (Martin), M.Ed., CSW
Career Advisor who helps incredible students discover work that truly matters.
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Harrisonburg, VA
Patrick Francis
Coordinator, Educational Programs at James Madison University
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Greater Charlottesville Area
Reg Foucar-Szocki
The HART School - James Madison University
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Greater Charlottesville Area
Nicholas Melville
Assistant Men's Soccer Coach at James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA
Ashley Loughhead
Student Success Coach at Buena Vista City Public Schools
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Harrisonburg, VA
Sarah Hyland
M.Ed College Student Personnel Administration
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Harrisonburg, VA
Jessica Lantz
Instructional Designer - Assistant Professor at James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA
Women for Madison ~ JMU
Women's philanthropic network at James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA
Donna Harper
Vice President for Access and Enrollment Management at James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA
David Owusu-Ansah
Associate Provost for Diversity & Executive Director, Faculty Access and Inclusion at James Madison University
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Dayton, VA
Cindy Colwell
Occupational Therapist/PPOTD Student
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Harrisonburg, VA
Carmen Ruth Bosch, Ph.D
Associate Professor at James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA
John Scherpereel
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Harrisonburg, VA
Dominique Rodriguez, M.Ed
Assistant Dean of Students at James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA
Mollie Zenz
Marketing and Web Coordinator
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Harrisonburg, VA
Jordan Todd, M.Ed.
Advocate | Educator | Scholar-Practitioner
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Harrisonburg, VA
Colleen Waller
Assistant Director for Employer Outreach and Development at JMU
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Harrisonburg, VA
Jennifer Iwerks
Program Consultant at LifeLabs Learning
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Harrisonburg, VA
Andrea Adams
Assistant Dean for Learning Innovation & Design at James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA
Margaret M. (Meg) Mulrooney
Senior Associate Vice Provost for Academic Programs and Equity at James Madison University
Kristin Sowden, Ph.D.
      
          



            
              
        
              
  

    
        Aaren is a true pleasure to work with! I have seen Aaren grow throughout her entire graduate school career and it has been so rewarding to see her find meaningful ways to contribute to the field of student affairs. She is thoughtful, committed, open to new experiences, and very student focused. Any organization would be lucky to have her!  Bonnie Fisher, M.Ed.
      
          



            
              
        
              
  

    
        I had the privilege of being Aaren's mentor during her experience in Career & Academic Planning at JMU, and what comes to mind when I think of Aaren is - SERVANT LEADER. Aaren was extremely motivated, dedicated, creative, had a natural counseling approach, and followed through on everything without being asked. I would continually tell her how naturally advising and career counseling came to her! In short, I'd hire her without any hesitation. Additionally, she was a bright and cheerful presence in the office and kept her students and colleagues motivated. Any office would be lucky to have Aaren Bare on their team.
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