Tim Ford
About Tim Ford
Tim Ford serves as the Assistant Director of Freshman Recruitment at the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Massachusetts Boston. With a background in criminal justice and higher education administration, he is dedicated to supporting students, particularly first-generation college students, by sharing his personal experiences and advocating for the transformative power of education.
Work at UMass Boston
Tim Ford serves as the Assistant Director of Freshman Recruitment in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Massachusetts Boston. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the recruitment of new students and enhancing the admissions process. His role involves engaging with prospective students and their families, showcasing the value of higher education, and promoting the university's offerings.
Education and Expertise
Tim Ford has a diverse educational background. He earned a Master of Education (MEd) in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration from the University of Massachusetts Lowell from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies with a concentration in Homeland Security and Terrorism at Southern New Hampshire University from 2015 to 2016. He also holds an Associate of Science in Criminal Justice from NHTI - Concord's Community College, which he completed from 2013 to 2015.
Background
Tim Ford's professional journey includes various roles in higher education and campus safety. He worked as a Campus Safety Officer at NHTI - Concord's Community College from 2015 to 2017 and later served as the Residence Director at Lakes Region Community College in 2018. He also held the position of Campus Safety Coordinator at Lakes Region Community College for five months in 2017. His experiences as a first-generation student inform his commitment to supporting and inspiring the students he serves.
Achievements
Tim Ford emphasizes the transformative power of higher education and is dedicated to demonstrating its value to students. He advocates for collaboration within higher education to improve institutional health and enhance student experiences. He believes in diversifying engagement with individuals to remain forward-thinking in his role. His approach is characterized by a 'realistically optimistic' outlook on the potential to change lives through educational opportunities.