Sarah Moore
Hilton Head Island
Summary
Applied Anthropologist with four years of volunteer, work, and research experience with international populations in the US, including international students, asylum seekers, and resettled refugees. Skilled in program development and assessment, data collection and analysis, and grant planning and writing. Knowledgeable about the barriers faced by international populations as they navigate US systems and passionate about providing culturally competent support to better their experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
International Student Advisor, DSO (Remote)
University Of Memphis
06.2022 - Current
- Manage F-1 record of 1700+ current students plus records of 400+ students on OPT and STEM OPT
- Develop and lead 10+ workshops per semester related to CPT, OPT/STEM OPT, and F-1 status maintenance after degree completion
- Develop and lead quarterly workshops for faculty and staff about F-1 regulations and student lifecycle
- Advise and support students at every phase of the F-1 life cycle
- Serve as liaison between international students and rest of the University and local Memphis community
Nonprofit Immigration Law Firm
Advocates For Immigrant Rights
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Led 14-month qualitative research project to identify and create solutions to barriers faced by asylum seekers in Memphis
- Co-directed the implementation of new social service program and co-wrote successful grant proposal to fund program for next 5 years
- Developed and led inaugural training on Trauma Informed Care to improve staff's ability to recognize trauma and reduce traumatic experiences throughout the legal process
Education
Master of Arts - Anthropology
University of Memphis
05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Georgia State University
05.2020
Skills
- Software Proficiency: Banner, Slate, Navigate, Terra Dotta, International Student and Scholar Management
(ISSM), SEVIS, Dovetail, Microsoft Suite, Canva - Data Collection & Analysis: Semi-Structured/Structured Interviews, Transcription and Coding, Survey/Questionnaire/Poll Development and Analysis, IRB Application and Approval
- Descriptive Writing: Needs Assessments, Annual Narrative Reports, Grant Proposals, Training Toolkits, Document Creation
- Program Development & Assessment: Timeline and Implementation plan, Stakeholder Management, Evaluation Tools and Assessment
Training & Certifications
- Florida State University: Professional Certification in Trauma & Resilience (Nov 2023)
- Vector LMS: Title IX & Sexual Harassment Prevention (May 2023)
- Vector LMS: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Practices (May 2023)
- CITI Program: Social & Behavioral Research (Feb 2021)
Presentations
- "ISS as 911 Dispatchers: A Trauma-Informed Approach to International Education" (Scheduled March 8. 2024, TAIE Annual Conference, Christian Brothers University)
- "Becoming Trauma-Informed: Training and Guided Discussion" (Jan 11, 2024, Center for International Education Services Staff, University of Memphis)
- "F-1 101: Basic Information About International Students" (Reoccurring, Faculty & Staff, University of Memphis)
- CPT Workshops, OPT Workshops, and F-1 Graduation Workshops (Reoccurring, F-1 students, University of Memphis)
- "Integrating Legal & Social Services at a Memphis Nonprofit Law Firm" (April 2022, Dept. of Anthropology, University of Memphis)
Affiliations
- National Association of Foreign Student Advisors (NAFSA)
- Tennessee Association of International Educators (TAIE)
- National Society of Collegiate Scholars
- International Education Week Committee (Univ. of Memphis)
Timeline
International Student Advisor, DSO (Remote)
University Of Memphis
06.2022 - Current
Nonprofit Immigration Law Firm
Advocates For Immigrant Rights
02.2021 - 04.2022
Master of Arts - Anthropology
University of Memphis
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Georgia State University
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