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Lola Rodriguez Vargas

@lolarodriguezvargas

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Experienced leader in training and educational program management.

United States

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a leadership role in educational program management where I can leverage my expertise in training development and cross-functional collaboration to drive organizational growth and foster inclusive learning environments.

As an accomplished leader with a Ph.D. in Higher Education, I specialize in developing and managing impactful training and educational programs. My professional journey includes directing initiatives at the Women of Color in Engineering Collaborative and leading the Societal Impact Group at the University of Arizona.

I have a proven track record in designing technical and non-technical training, both in-person and virtual, and have contributed to the creation of various learning programs for diverse audiences. My expertise includes program direction, cross-functional team leadership, and data-driven decision-making to solve complex problems.

With a strong background in academic support and student success, I am passionate about fostering inclusive environments and driving organizational growth through innovative educational strategies and stakeholder engagement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Project Director

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Society of Women Engineers

Dec 2023 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Currently leading the Women of Color in Engineering Collaborative, focusing on human resources, community outreach, and stakeholder engagement. Facilitates workshops and coordinates events to enhance program visibility and effectiveness.

Program Management Community Outreach Facilitation Stakeholder Engagement Human Resources Management

Director

The University of Arizona

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Designed and conducted both technical and non-technical training for teams, while leading hiring initiatives and engaging in data analysis to recommend solutions for complex problems.

Training Development Data Analysis Team Leadership

Adviser to the Executive Vice President

University of Puerto Rico Central Administration

Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)

Contributed to the university's visibility strategy and engaged in research initiatives to adopt best practices in academic affairs, while maintaining stakeholder communication.

Strategic Planning Academic Affairs

Retention Coordinator

Georgia State University

Sep 2019 - Jan 2022 (2 years 4 months)

Designed instructional content and training for staff, fostering cross-functional relationships to improve the learner experience across campus departments.

Instructional Design Cross Functional Collaboration

Bilingual Academic Support Professional

Life University

Aug 2017 - Sep 2019 (2 years 1 month)

Developed and implemented educational programming aimed at student success, including peer mentoring and workshops for adult learners.

Education Programs Mentoring Workshop Leadership Student Success

Microbiologist, Lab Analyst

EMSL

Jul 2015 - Apr 2017 (1 year 9 months)

Provided technical training to new employees and performed analytical testing services for environmental investigations, developing new training methods for microbiology staff.

Technical Training