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Kathy Simmons
University Registrar, Langston University
Location: Langston, OK United States
Joined: Oct 28th, 2004

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I am a native of Charleston, South Carolina. I was born to Ivory Simmons and the late Lige Simmons. I am the eleventh of fourteen children. I have one son. I resided in Ten Mile Hill/Oak Grove Community during my childhood and young adult life. I attended Bethune Elementary, Alice Birney Middle School and R. B. Stall High School in North Charleston, South Carolina.

I am currently employed with Langston University as the University Registrar since 2008 and have worked in Higher Education for over 20 years. I have worked in Student Affairs, Enrollment Management and Academic Affairs. I have held positions in Admissions, Registrar�s Office, and Counseling Office at various higher education institutions. I have served as an enlisted member in the United States Air Force from 1986-1990 as a Sergeant.

Currently, I am pursuing my Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership with Walden University. I received my Masters of Arts in Pastoral Ministry at Erskine Theological Seminary, I received my Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration at Minot State University and received my Associates of Arts in Business (Executive Secretarial Science) at Trident Technical College.

I traveled within many states and a few countries to include Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, the Bahamas, Canada, Korea, Japan and Jamaica.

I am currently the Associate Minister at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Langston, Oklahoma. I teach Bible Study, Sunday School and oversee the Youth Ministry. I was licensed to preach in 1994 and was ordained in the ministry in 2003.

I am a member of the Langston Beautiful Club with is affiliated with Confederated Women Club and a member of Alpha Upsilon Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

My Interview Question

What are your aspirations in life?

Current Whereabouts:

Teaching Biblical Principles. I have completed a Corporate Daniel Fast (21 days) in month of January since 2008 and recently added a Prayer Line each weekday during the 21 day Fast since 2014.

Life & Professional Aspirations:

To become a President/Vice President of a college or university

Education (request update)

Walden Univ class of 2017

Undergrad Major: Education Administration

Campus Organization:

Alpha Phi Alpha

Walden University class of

Grad Major:

High School: R. B. Stall High in charleston, SC class of 1983

Activities & Accomplishments:

Basketball, Volleyball, Track, Softball, dance, cooperative education

Best Memories:

Senior Year

Experience

I currently work with Langston University as University Registrar
I have 20 years of experience working in the Teaching / K-12 Education industry.

University Registrar | Langston University
From September 2008 to Current • 18 year(s)
Provide leadership for Registrar's Office and contribute to Enrollment Management vision. Implemented automated processes and increased student pre-enrollment by 50 percent.

Registrar | Orlando Culinary Academy
From January 2005 to August 2008 • 3 year(s)
Develop administrative policies and procedures, serve on Executive Management Team. Work with departments to maintain student retention and ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Program Coordinator, Student Services | Trident Technical College
From July 1996 to December 2004 • 8 year(s)
Evaluated policies and procedures, collected statistical data for reports. Managed 30,000 student files and supervised seven employees.

Sales Assistant to the Vice President, Sales | Trerndmasters, Inc.
From March 1995 to June 1996 • 1 year(s)
Presented sales reports and analyzed millions of dollars worth of sales on Action Figure Toys. Composed and distributed UPC bar codes for toy collections.

Assistant Center Director | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
From July 1991 to September 1994 • 3 year(s)
Assist in administrative, academic and financial management of college center. Managed admissions records and provided student counseling on academic programs.

Secretary | L. J. Rosintoski, Attorney-at-Law
From October 1990 to May 1991 • 1 year(s)
Billed clients, typed legal documents including divorce decrees and wills. Scheduled court hearings and managed office communications.

Information Management | United States Air Force
From October 1986 to August 1990 • 4 year(s)
Managed administrative programs including documentation, personnel actions, and performance reports. Maintained functional library and developed evaluation checklists for military compliance.

Payroll Clerk | City of North Charleston
From July 1985 to October 1986 • 1 year(s)
Managed Police Department payroll functions for approximately 250 employees. Reviewed payroll and leave reports and typed incident reports.

Student Workstudy | Trident Technical College
From January 1984 to May 1985 • 1 year(s)
Assisted with typing, filing, and appointments. Provided information to parents and students about programs of study.

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