Katherine M.

Knight
922 W. Addison Street, Apartment 1F, Chicago, IL 60613
Phone: (515) 297-0759
Email: knight.kat.m@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, IL
Anticipated May 2016
M.Ed. Higher Education
Relevant Coursework: Multiculturalism in Social
Justice, Curriculum in Higher Education,
Assessment and Evaluation, Leadership
Development
GPA: 3.95/4.00

The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

May 2013
B.B.A. Management Organizations & Finance
Risk Management & Insurance Certificate
Awards & Honors: Tippies 21 Under 21,
Hancher-Finkbine Medallion Nominee
GPA: 3.77/4.00

HIGHER EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Leadership & Community Engagement Graduate Assistant
Sep 2015 Present
Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
Oversee the Women in Leadership (WiL) program by advising its president in weekly 1-on-1 sessions, facilitating
executive board and general body retreats, and evaluating key events periodically to ensure the success of the
mentorship program and annual WiL Leadership Conference
Create and implement undergraduate student application detailing policies, procedures, and expectations for
conference funding through the Leadership and Community Engagement department
Collaborate with Alumni Relations and Development to co-advise the Senior Year Experience Committee on budget
and contract management pertaining to all Senior Week events
Organize the application submission, review, and selection process of the Senior Women's Service Award by working
closely with the two award co-chairs of the Alumnae of Northwestern University organization
Develop social media and posting guidelines for Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for the Leadership and Community
Engagement accounts in order to increase visibility and student interaction with the new department
Campus Life Graduate Assistant
Sep 2015 Dec 2015
School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Designed and executed a co-curricular transcript (CCT) program through collaboration with the Dean of Students,
Office of Campus Life, and undergraduate students to highlight student experiences outside of the classroom
Communicated regularly with CollegiateLink and campus marketing to develop a marketing plan for a pilot launch of
the CCT
Engaged with student participants in the semi-annual art sale through discussions of creative selling and marketing
techniques to further advance their careers as professional artists
Orientation & Welcome Week Graduate Assistant
May 2015 Aug 2015
Illinois Institute of Technology Office of Campus Life, Chicago, IL
Assisted in hiring 15-20 spring and summer student orientation leaders through 200+ group and individual interview
processes
Created and implemented orientation leader training sessions emphasizing diversity, positive communication, and
leadership skills
Co-supervised orientation leaders via 1-on-1 check-ins with constructive feedback; oversaw hours input, assigned
duties and tasks for each program, managed individual schedules, and facilitated team building activities
Assessed effectiveness of orientation leader training and overall new student orientation programs through surveys,
highlighting necessary changes to be made from spring to summer sessions
Coordinated scheduling and presentations for five summer and two fall orientation programs consisting of breakout
presentations from campus partners, staff members in Campus Life, and orientation leaders
Aggregated Welcome Week schedule over the preceding six months through regular meetings with the Welcome
Week team and campus wide constituents, resulting in the creation and implementation of event marketing materials
Managed day-to-day logistics for a variety of large scale Welcome Week events to ensure an inclusive, seamless
transition to college life for incoming first-year and transfer students

Student Organization Graduate Assistant

Aug 2014 May 2015
Illinois Institute of Technology Office of Campus Life, Chicago, IL
Advised IITs largest student programming board (Union Board), the student radio station (WIIT), and the student
newspaper (TechNews) on committee development, planning/organizing meetings, and managing internal budgets
Built transition processes for student organization leadership boards, such as hosting interviews, participating in
application reviews, and providing organization members with tools to create their own sustainable processes
Developed leadership workshops on social media, marketing, and StrengthsQuest; presented these workshops at the
annual Leadership Summit and student organization executive board leadership retreat
Academic Coach
Aug 2014 Aug 2015
Loyola University Chicago Center for Tutoring and Academic Excellence, Chicago, IL
Coached up to seven student athletes in the Loyola Department of Athletics in weekly 1-on-1 meetings centered on
time management skills and career development
Co-facilitated first year seminar sessions of 20+ student-athletes on effective study skills and final examination
preparation
Developed and facilitated on-demand and weekly scheduled educational workshops for a variety of student groups on
topics including reading comprehension, graduate school applications, goal setting, public speaking, and positive
social media presence
Collected workshop data and student surveys to create monthly reports on student usage and effectiveness of
services
Instructed a semester long course designed to enhance the study skills for 10-15 students placed on academic
probation

ADDITIONAL HIGHER EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

Editorial Assistant
Aug 2014 May 2015
Journal of Critical Scholarship on Higher Education and Student Affairs, Chicago, IL
Acted as the liaison to the publication's Associate Editors and Managing Editor; managed the receipt and creation of
research in brief texts from authors to construct a more accessible publication
Collaborated with the Higher Education Student Association Executive Board and relevant committee chairs to provide
professional development opportunities for graduate students
Served on the Social Media team to develop the journals brand, gain journal followers, and promote the mission of
critical scholarship through various social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn
Facilitator Goal, Vision, & Expectation Setting, Northwestern University Women in Leadership Retreat
Attendee National Associate for Campus Activities (NACA) Mid America Conference
Presenter Social Media in Leadership, Illinois Institute of Technology Leadership Summit

Oct 2015
Nov 2014
Oct 2014

OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Risk Advisory Services Consultant
June 2012 May 2014
RSM US (McGladrey), LLP, Cedar Rapids, IA
Evaluated more than 20 different financial institution clients with assets up to $4 billion on latest federal regulatory
requirements
Partnered with up to 5 consultants to complete risk assessments relevant to real estate lending, consumer lending,
deposit accounts, and Bank Secrecy Act compliance
Fostered strong client relationships through positive support and sound expertise
Established proficiency in various software programs including MS Excel, MS Word, Auditor Assistant, Lotus Notes,
CaseWare and SharePoint

AFFILIATIONS
Higher Education Student Association Loyola University Chicago
Treasurer Fall 2015; Spring 2016
American College Personnel Association
Beta Gamma Sigma Honors Society
Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity - Alpha Xi Chapter
President Fall 2012

Aug 2015 May 2016

Aug 2014 Present
May 2011 Present
Aug 2010 Present