Vanessa Leon
About Vanessa Leon
Vanessa Leon serves as the Undergraduate Recruitment & Programs Advisor at the Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan, where she has worked since 2016. She has a strong background in student recruitment, having previously held the position of Recruitment Officer at St. Thomas More College and actively contributing to community outreach initiatives.
Current Role at Edwards School of Business
Vanessa Leon serves as the Undergraduate Recruitment & Programs Advisor at the Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan. She has held this position since 2016, contributing to the recruitment and retention of undergraduate students. In her role, she develops and implements recruitment strategies aimed at increasing student enrollment. Vanessa also conducts workshops and seminars focused on effective student recruitment techniques, sharing her expertise with colleagues and stakeholders.
Previous Experience at University of Saskatchewan
Prior to her current role, Vanessa Leon worked at the University of Saskatchewan - St. Thomas More College as a Recruitment Officer from 2011 to 2016. During her five years in this position, she developed innovative recruitment strategies that significantly increased student enrollment at the Edwards School of Business. She briefly served as a Student Recruitment Officer at the University of Saskatchewan in 2016 for four months.
Educational Background
Vanessa Leon has an extensive educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Public Administration from the University of Saskatchewan, completing her studies from 2005 to 2012. She later obtained a Certificate in University & College Administration (CUCA) from the University of Manitoba, studying from 2013 to 2017. Vanessa pursued a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration and Leadership at Royal Roads University, achieving her degree from 2018 to 2021.
Community Engagement and Outreach
Vanessa Leon actively participates in community outreach programs aimed at promoting higher education opportunities. Her involvement in these initiatives reflects her commitment to increasing awareness and access to education for prospective students. Through her outreach efforts, she engages with various communities to highlight the benefits of pursuing higher education.
Skills and Expertise in Recruitment
Vanessa Leon possesses strong skills in recruitment and marketing. She utilizes Adobe Creative Suite to design engaging marketing materials for student recruitment campaigns. Additionally, her fluency in multiple foreign languages enhances her ability to communicate effectively with international students and partners, broadening the reach of her recruitment efforts.