Melissa McNown-Smith

Melissa McNown-Smith has a diverse work experience in the education sector. Melissa is currently working as the Manager, Career Services at Conestoga College, where they provide leadership and strategic direction for career development programming and services. Prior to this, they held various roles at the University of Waterloo, including Instructional Support Coordinator, where they managed the delivery of online professional development programs and courses for students. Melissa also served as the Manager, Residence Learning, leading the development and management of learning initiatives in residence. Melissa has experience in change management and implementing strategies to promote student success. Throughout their career, they have demonstrated a commitment to fostering student growth and providing learning opportunities.

Melissa McNown-Smith holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Adult, Community, and Higher Education, which they obtained from the University of Calgary from 2012 to 2014. Prior to that, they attended Conestoga College from 2006 to 2007, although the degree obtained during their time there is unspecified. Melissa'sundergraduate education was completed at the University of Waterloo, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology with a specialization in Human Resources from 2002 to 2006. Melissa has also acquired additional certifications, including "Transitioning from Manager to Leader" from Lynda.com in July 2018, "Teaching Online Program 1" from the University of Calgary in July 2014, and "Personality Dimensions - Certified Trainer" from Career/LifeSkills Resources Inc in June 2008.