Jennifer DeLuna

Adjunct Professor at Colorado State University-Pueblo

juanifera@gmail.com

Summary
A mid-level student affairs professional. I am seasoned social justice educator, diversity administrator, and
strategist. As the Director of Diversity and Inclusion I have created programing in regards to social justice
issues, while creating programming that enhances inclusion, and crafted diversity strategic plans to be
implemented. I've worn many hats in my career from leadership coach and facilitator, to programming expert,
the ability create processes and policies, and a vast knowledge in HR expertise. I have the ability to mange
multiple projects, while handling complex issues. I have the ability to lead a team effectively and inspire
those on my team to reach new heights. Educator with six years of experience in both instruction and
administration. Ability to use such software as Blackboard Learning Management Systems and Desire2Learn
for both in-class and virtual learning. Knowledge in organizational change, diversity, social justice education,
leadership theories, and strategic planning. Experience in advising and mentoring students to meet their
educational and career goals. Experience in conference planning. Experience in curriculum and training
development. Specialties: Spanish Working knowledge of Italian & French Branding and Marketing
Research Areas Interests: Latina/o youth outreach, Latina/o in the Arts and Latina/o immigration issues.
Dissertation: A Study of Undocumented Students' Persistence at a University in the Southwest

Experience
Adjunct Professor: Chicano Studies 101 at Colorado State University-Pueblo
November 2014 - Present (7 months)
Design and create curriculum on issues of diversity and Chicano Studies Serve as primary instructor for
the course[s] Grade coursework Create integrative and experiential learning opportunities for students
Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Colorado State University-Pueblo
January 2014 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Acting Dean of Students in absence of Dean of Students Conduct Officer in absence of Director of Student
Conduct Deputy Title IX Coordinator HLC Committee Member Provide oversight and supervision of
the Diversity & Inclusion Center, including programs and services that promote diversity and inclusion for
students. Supervision and evaluation of employees assigned to the Center Oversight of Center's budget
Development and implementation of programs and services offered by the Center Work with student
organizations that support diversity and inclusion, and provide individual and group support to students as
needed. Work internally with appropriate student committees to develop institutional vision and strategy
for the University's diversity goals and initiatives Advance the effort to recruit and retain a diverse student
population Proactively offering services and developing initiatives that prioritize student engagement,

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foster student learning, and promote student life and enhance the University's diversity initiatives. Provide
outreach to community groups and efforts that prioritize diversity and inclusion through collaboration,
programming, and education. Work with CSU-Pueblo academic departments and other higher education
institutions and nonprofit organizations who dedicated to diversity initiatives. Maintain current statistical
information about emerging trends and issues to identify opportunities for growth and change. Serve as the
University's diversity leader Provide guidance to the University Board on Diversity and Equality and will
serve as a non-voting ex-officio member. Create and provide guidance for students to create e-portfolios
Director, Transfer Resources Center at City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J. Daley Campus
January 2013 - December 2013 (1 year)
Member of the student services leadership team that develops the mission and vision for the department
Manage a budget Supervise office support associates Supervise student interns Coordinate and
implement marketing strategic plan for the department Assist veteran students in completing necessary VA
paperwork Coordinate and Execute events- Help Manage and create logistics for organizational events,
community outreach, Professional Development and other events on campus Coordinate and execute on
and off campus visits of other higher education institutions. Ensure proper use of articulation agreements
Advise students on their transfer plans and ensure all transfer requirements for other institutions Create
relationships with other higher education institutions, high schools, and community organizations.
Program Manager, Office of Inclusion & Intercultural Relations at University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign
October 2011 - January 2013 (1 year 4 months)
Member of the leadership team that develops the mission and vision for the department Manage a budget
of $1.9 million Supervise 6 full-time office support associates Supervise student interns Coordinate
and implement marketing strategic plan for the department Coordinate and Execute events- Help Manage
and create logistics for organizational events, community outreach, Professional Development and other
events on campus Coordinate and execute NASPA Undergraduate Fellows Program. Search Committee
Chair for Fraternity and Sorority Affairs Latina Latino Studies Department Programming Board Participant
Resident Director at Semester At Sea / ISE
May 2012 - June 2012 (2 months)
Serve as the primary staff to 90 students participating in a unique living learning shipboard environment.
Responsible for community development activities as well as advising, counseling, and crises intervention.
Assistant Director at La Casa Cultural Latina, U of I
November 2007 - October 2011 (4 years)
Directly responsible for the coordination and implementation for large campus and community wide
events such as: Fiesta, Latina/o Youth Conference, and Major speakers initiative Supervise eight student
programmers and interns Coordinate and execute community outreach programs. Coordinate program

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partnerships between the center and academic units including but not limited to the Latina Latino Studies
Department, Gender and Womens Studies and American Indian Studies.
EOL 199 and ESPY 203 Instructor-Exploratory course on the impact and influence of social identity on
at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
November 2007 - October 2011 (4 years)
Design and create curriculum on issues of diversity and Chicano Studies Serve as primary instructor for
the course[s] Grade coursework Create integrative and experiential learning opportunities for students
Road Crew at Radio Disney
2004 - 2010 (6 years)
Bilingual Talent at promotional events-Spanish translation orally at events Office work as required-Mail
promotional material, databases, written translations. Party Patrol Coordinate and Execute events-help
manage the Concert and promotional events at various venues, coordinate and execute the logistics of said
events.
Living Learning Coordinator: Leadership Specialist at Semester At Sea / ISE
June 2009 - August 2009 (3 months)
Serve as the primary staff to 90 students participating in a unique living learning shipboard environment.
Responsible for community development activities as well as advising, counseling, and crises intervention.
Create and implement a comprehensive leadership program that includes: a) opportunities to develop
the competencies required for effective leadership; b) training, education, and developmental activities;
and c) multiple delivery methods Provide students with opportunities to develop and enhance a personal
philosophy of leadership that includes understanding of self, others, and community, and acceptance of
responsibilities inherent in community membership Coordinate and execute the Shipboard Drive and
Shipboard Drive Auction-which raised over $35,000 for the voyage.

Organizations
Alpha Psi Lambda
December 2003 to Present
# External Vice-President # Community Service Coordinator # Alumni Chair & Webmaster # National
Officer-Chapter Director
Order of Omega
Honorary Member
April 2015 to Present
Inducted as an Honorary Member of the Order of Omega
ACPA
March 2015 to Present
LULAC
January 1996 to Present
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# Secretary of current council # President of local young adults group. # In 1997 chosen to represent council
at the National Youth Leadership conference in Washington D.C.
Chief Diversity Officers of Colorado
Member
January 2014 to Present
Pueblo Hispanic Education Foundation
Board Member
May 2015 to Present
NASPA
NASPA Fellow Mentor # 2010 National Conference Planning Committee # Nominated for the Regional IVEast Outstanding New Professional Award # NASPA 2010 Summer Leadership Institute, University of IL
Local Arrangements Team # NUFP Co-Chair for University of Illinois Component # Latina/o Knowledge
Community Representative to the NUFP board # New Professionals Institute participant at the region IVEast Regional conference # 2011 Region IV-East SALT planning committee # 2013 National Pre-Conference
Planning Committee
NACA
January 2007 to February 2011
Conference Participant # Showcase Selection Committee # 2009 Regional Conference Planning Committee
The National Association of College and University Attorneys
Colorado Coalition For The Educational Advancement of Latinos

Honors and Awards

Cathy Acevdo Committment to Students Award
La Casa Cultural Latina Class of 2012
May 2012
Outstanding New Staff Award
University of Illinois Student Affairs Division
May 2011
The Outstanding New Staff Award recognizes individuals for exceptional service or special accomplishments
in Student Affairs at the University of Illinois.
McHenry County College Distingushed Alumni Award

Languages
Spanish
French
Italian

Skills & Expertise

Spanish
French
Italian
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Event Management
Translation
Grant Writing
Public Speaking
Research
Operating Budgets
Budget Monitoring
Department Budgeting
Budget Reconciliation
Human Resources
Program Management
Program Development
Impact Assessment
Presentations
Mentoring
Mentoring Of Staff
Student Affairs
Community Outreach
Event Planning
Leadership Development
Student Development
Higher Education
Nonprofits
Fundraising
Staff Development
Microsoft Office
Leadership
Social Media
Student Engagement
Teaching
Training
Community Development
PowerPoint
Academic Advising
Volunteer Management
Career Counseling

Education
Benedictine University
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Higher Education and Organizational Change, 2013 - 2016
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Master's degree, EPOL, 2009 - 2013
Activities and Societies: HESA
Columbia College Chicago

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Masters, Arts, Entertainment, Media Management: Music Business, 2005 - 2007

Activities and Societies: Spring 2007 AEMMP Record Employee-Head of Street Team, Marketing Department
Representative Duties include, but not limited to: Press Kits, Marketing campaigns, coordinate and execute
events. Summer 2006 booking Intern for Woodstock Viva Fest Attended the Jan. 2006 MIDEM conference in
Cannes, France Spring 2006 Intern at Invisible Records
Loyola University Chicago
BA, Communication,Spanish,Literature in Translation, Women Studies, 2001 - 2004
Activities and Societies: Spring 2004 Internship at Radio Disney AM 1300 Chicago, IL Summer 2004 semester
attended Alcala de Henares University in Spain Summer 2003 Internship Star 105.5 FM Radio McHenry
County, IL Junior year in college attended Rome Center in Italy.
McHenry County College
AA, Art, 1999 - 2001
Activities and Societies: LASO
Woodstock High school
Diploma, General education, 1996 - 1999
Activities and Societies: Band, Tennis, Track and Field, Student Council

Honors and Awards

University of Illinois Outstanding New Professional 2011 Award Recipient

Interests
Traveling

Publications
Transfer Workbook Chapter in the 2014-2015 College Success Course Text Book
City College of Chicago
Authors: Jennifer DeLuna, Shelley Lemons
Transfer Workbook which begins the proper planning of a creating a plan to transfer from a community
college to a four year institution. This guide is designed to help you make the most of your time at City
Colleges of Chicago by planning ahead for your eventual transfer to a four year institution.

Volunteer Experience
Lead Volunteer Coordinator at Migrant Council
January 1992 - January 2013 (21 years 1 month)
I was the lead volunteer coordinator for events with the Illinois Migrant Council

Certifications
Title IX Coordinator training
National Association of College and University Attorneys
FEMA
Emergency Management Institue
June 2014

September 2014

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Projects
Diversity 101 Presentation
Members:Jennifer DeLuna
Faculty, Staff and Students are trained in diversity awareness, what social justice truly means, how to created
an inclusive campuses by building communities. This training also touches on how power and privilege
affect identity and relationships on a college campus while also begins to light the concept of allyship.
Inclusive Language Presentation
Members:Jennifer DeLuna
Faculty, Staff, and Students are invited to understand the power of language and to be more aware in the
language they use when interacting with others
Communities that Care: Creating a Safe Space on Campus & Becoming An Ally to Undocumented
Students:
Members:Jennifer DeLuna
Faculty and Staff are invited to become Allys to our undocumented student population. This training will
help to explore the experience/perspective of undocumented students, gain knowledge to the laws and
national supports for this population of students, but most importantly increase on campus support and
inclusion for undocumented students on campus.
Kicking and Screaming: Re-imagining Campus Cross Cultural Affairs:
Members:Jennifer DeLuna, Leslie Morrow, Jamie Singson, Ross Wantland, Rory James
What makes a cross cultural affairs unit successful? How can intercultural units organize to optimize their
impact on their institution? Using a case study and national data, this engaging workshop will explore the
impact of a central diversity unit on campus focusing on social justice and inclusion, and the lessons for
developing strategic efforts to influence change and integrate diversity into campus plans.
Moving Forward: Winning Strategies for Job Search Success: Are you new or seasoned student affairs
professional in the market for a new position? Are you ready to move to the next level in your career?
Members:Jennifer DeLuna, Mary Jane Secuban
Join five, diverse student and academic affairs professionals with various titles, backgrounds, disciplines,
and institutional experience to demystify the job process. These professionals spent the last year researching,
applying and interviewing for jobs in a competitive higher education environment. Starting from the
researching phase to the phone interview to the campus visit, get firsthand knowledge, tips and tricks into
the innovative strategies that were successful for these individuals. Sharing these insights will provide the
participants with a valuable toolbox to use in their professional job search, whether you are a graduate
student to a new professional to a mid to senior level professional. You will leave the session reinvigorated
and knowledgeable while having the opportunity to hear perspectives from sides, employer and candidates,
on the best way to navigate the job search process.
Navigating Your Career by Taking Courageous Steps
Members:Jennifer DeLuna, Maritza Torres, Marie Humphrey, Carla Rodriguez
Presenters will discuss creating change on new campuses or career changes as women of color. This
presentation will provide insight on how their ethnic backgrounds are enhancing and encouraging change
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on PWI and HSI campuses. The presenters will also share barriers they are facing in their new roles on
their respective campuses and how they are trying to overcome them. Identity theory will be highlighted in
reference to their decision making process and career planning.
Transfer 101
Members:Jennifer DeLuna
During this hour long presentation students will learn what it takes to be a successful transfer student. They
will also understand the steps to find their perfect 4 year institution, while beginning the process of financial
aid, and applying to their dream school.

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Jennifer DeLuna
Adjunct Professor at Colorado State University-Pueblo
juanifera@gmail.com

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