1. Monty Stallings
3424 W. Willow Park Ln 405-612-8531
Stillwater, OK 74075 monty.stallings@gmail.com
Profile of Qualifications
· More than ten years managerial experience in international, cross-cultural and Higher Education settings
· Experience with international student services and campus integration, intercultural communication, global
learning outcomes, and international risk management
· Proven successful background in assessment, design and strategic implementation of specialized programs to
great and improve intercultural awareness and interaction
· Dedication to active and regular assessment of programs to ensure achievement of organizational goals,
programing success, and creation of service based culture
· Strong passion for international education and the development of programs that support internationalization and
globalization initiatives
· Experience and willingness to travel internationally for program support and improvement
Education
Master of Science in International Studies May 2008
Oklahoma State University Stillwater, Oklahoma GPA: 4.0
Focus Area: International Human Relations, Society and Education – Community Capacity Building
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish May 2003
Oklahoma State University Stillwater, Oklahoma GPA: 3.0
Relevant Experience
Assistant Director July 2015 - Present
OSU Learning and Student Success Opportunity (LASSO) Center Stillwater, Oklahoma
· Direct all aspects of the LASSO tutoring, supplemental instruction, and success coaching programs
· Recruit, hire, train, supervise and mentor staff of more than 140 full and part time staff, including Program
Coordinators, Academic Success Coaches, Graduate Assistants, Supplemental Instructions Leaders, and tutors
· Provide specialized training and professional development opportunities to entire staff on monthly and semester
basis with focus on academic integrity, creating accountability, service improvement, and customer service
· Collaborate with program coordinators and oversee individualized monthly, semester and yearly program training
· Collaborate with director to develop, coordinate, and implement the strategic directions for the department, to
ensure the highest quality support programs
· Promote creative environment where each staff members contributions and abilities are valued and celebrated
· Provide leadership and vision for the LASSO Center, representing the unit to the university, outside constituents,
and donors
· Prepare and monitor departmental and program budgets in excess of $750k annually
· Maintain and enforce all relevant standards set forth by the College Reading & Learning Association, International
Coach Federation, the International Center for Supplemental Instruction and/or any other relevant credentialing
organizations
· Collaborate with other units on to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of campus-wide student support services
· Coordinate with faculty and staff as appropriate to provide suitable academic support students
· Provide administration of Academic Support Services and implement procedures required for departmental
support
· Designed and taught freshman orientation courses, student success workshops, and various academic
presentations
· Assist and coach program coordinators in daily personnel and programmatic issues
· Develop, implement, and facilitate LASSO Center strategic plan for improvement of outreach, campus
connections, and student services in consultation with Director
· Ensure appropriate development of outreach marketing materials and presentations to current and prospective
students
· Build and maintain strategic relationships with colleges and other units to create awareness of LASSO and
development of support services when appropriate

2. · Develop and implement goals for program improvement and expansion based on university and student needs in
adherence to OSU's land grant mission
· Attend meetings, participate in campus-wide committees, and assist with annual projects and events
· Compile and Disseminate research, assessment and feedback data for decision making, marketing, and outreach
purposes
· Evaluate program usage and effectiveness statistics for Director and other entities as needed
Program Manager Tutoring & Facilitating Services February 2013 – June 2015
OSU Learning and Student Success Opportunity (LASSO) Center Stillwater, Oklahoma
· Developed tutoring, Supplemental Instruction (SI), and Success Coaching programs to strategically improve
academic standing & retention for campus of 24,000 students
· Selected, trained, supervised and mentored staff of more than 120 full and part time staff, including Academic
Success Coaches, Supplemental Instructions Leaders, Graduate Assistants and Tutors
· Provided specialized training and professional development opportunities to entire staff on monthly and semester
basis with focus on academic integrity, creating accountability, service improvement, and customer service
· Collaborated with program coordinators and oversee individualized monthly, semester and yearly program
training
· Developed innovative relational based approach to Success Coaching program yielding increased student usage
by more than 350% and academic success rates above 80% for “at-risk” populations with minimal financial
investment
· Adapted professional executive coaching standards and core competencies to meet immediate and long term
personal, academic, and professional success for students and staff
· Designed and taught freshman orientation courses, student success workshops, and various academic
presentations
· Continually assessed program effectiveness and provided feedback for individual and program improvement
· Cultivated strategic and effective relationships with students, faculty, staff, community agencies and partners, and
program donors, providing written and verbal program updates, success stories, challenges and needs
· Developed periodic evaluative reports to administration and donors to demonstrate program success and growth
· Oversaw and participated in design and development of educational materials for programs, workshops and
student success courses to general student population
· Partnered with student disability services, admissions, new student orientation, career services, university testing,
counseling, advising offices, residential life, and other campus offices to ensure consistency of services across
departmental boundaries
· Collaborated in development of inquiry based instructional materials designed to engage students with useful
academic strategies while helping students develop ownership of their success and choices
· Ensured each program maintained highest professional and ethical standards through constant assessment
· Created and administered budgets to meet program, departmental, and institutional objectives
· Assessed and adapted technologies and modalities based on need, function and cost effectivness
· Grew core tutoring program by 46% in two years with student satisfaction and retention rates both above 95%
Sr. Coordinator/International Coordinator August 2008 – February 2013
Oklahoma State University Career Services Stillwater, Oklahoma
· Supervised career services coordinators working with students seeking student employment, students with
disabilities, minority students, student athletes, students seeking governmental, international, or non-profit
careers, and alumni career services for campus population
· Ensured consulting and career development services are consistent between more than 20 consultants in seven
offices across campus
· Provided individualized advice, resources, and programming to more than 700 resident and international students
annually, including development of résumés, CVs, correspondence letters, interviewing skills, intercultural
communication and cultural integration for students seeking study and employment opportunities both
domestically and abroad
· Developed and cultivated critical partner relationship contacts and serve as primary liaison and professional
program provider to college career consultants, faculty, staff, Graduate College, International Students and
Scholars, Graduate and Professional Student Government Association, International Student Organization,
Student Government Organization, Study Abroad and individual international student groups
· Headed committees of consultants, counselors and advisors in choosing and developing assessments and testing
process to best meet the needs of current student population
· Administered Kuder Journey, Do What You Are, StrengthsQuest and maintained Global Career Development
Facilitator Certification in order to administer and interpret MBTI and Strong Interest Inventory

3. · Encouraged increased cooperation and professional growth through development and presentation of specialized
customer service programs designed to help students, faculty and staff better engage one another
· Developed materials for print and web site specific to the needs of all special populations
· Researched and implemented software and web tools designed to best meet sutdent/staff needs and maximize
effeciency
· Recorded, Tracked, followed up and assessed student interactions using various specailized software
· Oversaw development and implementation of career based educational programs for International Students,
Athletes, Minorities, Students with disabilities, Alumni, students studying abroad, as well as seeking governmental
and/or non-profit careers
· Participated in the planning and implementation of more than 10 career fairs and other special events annully
· Assessed the effectiveness of programs and services offered and prepared detailed semester and yearly reports
· Used CSO data reports to provide program oversight , assessment, and individualised recommendations for
improved services to staff
· Coordinated in development, presentation and implementation of yearly strategic plan and budgets
· Participated in professional development opportunities that allowed Career Services to better meet the needs of
students
· Served two year term as president for State Association that provided quarterly professional development
opportunities to more 200 member organizations and colleges
· Planned yearly state conference, and representing state on planning and programming committees for regional
and national conferences
· Represented Career Services and state association in local, regional, and national conferences through
attendance and workshop presentation
Career Coordinator/Graduate Assistant September 2006 – August 2008
Oklahoma State University Career Services Stillwater, Oklahoma
· Provided individualized career advice, resources, and information to international students seeking employment in
the United States and American Student seeking international opportunities
· Developed and Presented individualized & specialized workshops focused on developing global perspectives,
Intercultural Communication and Cross-Cultural Adjustment Skills
· Cultivated strategic relationships with faculty, staff and student organizations to properly meet student needs
· Assisted students in development of résumés, CVs, correspondence letters, and interviewing skills
· Increase International Student involvement in programs by more than 250% in first year by developing and
providing customer service and cross-cultural training to departmental staff
· Participate as support staff for campus Career Fairs and complete special projects as designated by supervisor
· Served as instructor for Arts & Sciences Freshman Orientation Courses
Co-founder and Director June 2005 – February 2015
English and Cultural Class Stillwater, Oklahoma
· Hold weekly classes that assist international students, faculty, and their families adapt to life in the United States
· Provide environment where international and American students can interact outside of an academic setting
· Focus on developing of skill sets needed for successful integration into academic, professional and social settings
· Develop lessons designed to increase cross-cultural understanding, allow students to safely present alternative
perspectives, to think critically and solve problems as a group
· Hold classes, dinners and other special events in my home to provide international students with most realistic
intercultural experience possible
· Partner with university and community organizations in order to maximize resources and opportunities to serve
international community
Associate Director of International Student Programs & Missions May 2001 - June 2005
Baptist Collegiate Ministry at Oklahoma State University Stillwater, Oklahoma
· Created programs, resources, and training to assist international students adapt to cultural and academic setting
· Organized and led weekly intercultural communication and cross-cultural adjustment classes, as well as
multicultural service based experiences to encourage communication, effective interaction and respect across
cultures
· Developed, promoted, planned and coordinated international and domestic study and service for more than 150
students annually
· Developed and maintained strategic relationships with alumni and donors to ensure program vitality
· Raised personal salary support to free funding for programs
· Coordinated fundraising efforts in excess of $150,000 yearly to support international and local programs

4. · Provided individual and group cross-cultural training opportunities for international and American students
· Oversaw and developed program budget, strategic planning, staff supervision and training for professional and
volunteer staffs
· Developed and oversaw health, safety, risk management and emergency plans for all campus, domestic, and
international programs
· Represented organization on local, state, regional and national level through speaking engagements, and
workshops
· Partner with university and community programs to maximize cross-cultural student service offerings
Professional, Community & International Involvement
· Certified Global Career Development Facilitator 2007-2013
· Gallup Certified Strengths Educator 2010-Present
· Mental Health First Aid USA Certification 2010-Present
· Development Dimensions International 2013-Present
· Stillwater/OSU United Way 2006-Present
· Oklahoma Special Olympics Volunteer 2005-Present
· International Coaching Federation Associate ACC Certification anticipated 2016
· John N. Gardner Institute for Excellence in Undergraduate Education Conference Presenter 2014
· English Experience Hohhot, China – summer/winter program facilitator 2002-2005
· International Mission Board Short Term Team Leader 2001 - 2009
· Study Abroad Graduate Assistant & Co-teacher – Chinese Modern History 2007
· Southern Association of Colleges and Employers Institutional Member (SoACE) 2008-2013
· Oklahoma Association of Colleges and Employers Institutional Member (OkACE) 2007-2013
· OkACE Conference Planning Committee 2009-2013
· OkACE President/President Elect 2011-2013
· SoACE Annual Conference Presenter 2008, 2010, 2012
· SoACE Annual Conference State Representative 2008, 2010, 2012
· Beautiful Gate Orphanage Volunteer Coordinator - Lesotho, Africa 2001,2002
· AIDS Education Team Leader- Lesotho, Africa 2002-2004
· Mexico Missions Youth Team Leader 2004
· Student Association of Global Affairs 2006 - 2008
· Weekly English and Cultural Class Organizer/Teacher 2001-2013
· Stillwater Chamber of Commerce -Young Professionals 2006-Present
· Committee on Student Organizations (Presidential Appointment) 2010-2014