Jan Goldman

Jan Goldman has a diverse range of work experience in various roles and industries. In their most recent position as the Director of Program Facilitation, Experiential Learning & Career Services at Owensboro Community and Technical College, Jan identifies and establishes relationships with employers and develops hands-on opportunities for student learning. Jan also worked as a Transfer Advisor and Student Success Coach, where they focused on academic advising and student engagement to improve recruitment rates and retention. Jan also served as a College & Career Navigator at the college.

Jan has also been involved in ACPA–College Student Educators International, where they held roles such as President Elect, Professional Development Coordinator, and Western Kentucky Regional Representative. Additionally, they served on the Executive Board of OWENSBORO AREA SHELTER INFORMATION AND SERVICES INC OASIS, where they collaborated with the Executive Director to address personnel issues and develop organizational policies.

Earlier in their career, Jan worked at Kentucky Wesleyan College as a Resident Director & Student Services Coordinator, focusing on student development and retention. Jan also worked as a Coordinator for Volunteer Engagement at Hillsborough County, where they recruited and supervised volunteers for fundraising events. Jan'searliest work experience was as a Case Manager at the Hampton Dept. of Social Services, where they worked on client self-sufficiency and community engagement.

Overall, Jan Goldman has a wealth of experience in program facilitation, student services, community engagement, and leadership roles.

Jan Goldman completed a Master of Education & Behavioral Sciences degree in Counseling & Advising from Western Kentucky University. They also obtained a Certificate in Career Services from the same institution in 2018. Jan Goldman earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in English Language and Literature/Letters and Political Science from Virginia Tech. They have also obtained several additional certifications, including a Social Change Ambassador Certificate from AAUW in August 2021, a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate from USF Corporate Training and Professional Education in May 2021, a Master Advisor Certification from Owensboro Community and Technical College in October 2019, and a Title IX & Sexual Misconduct, Dating/Interpersonal Violence, & Stalking Investigations Training from D. Stafford & Associates in October 2019. Jan Goldman's teaching certification in English/Language Arts, Grades 6-12 is unspecified.