Bianca Lambert

About Bianca Lambert

I drive measurable impact for underserved students as Associate Director of College Access and Success at Student U, where I\'ve built and scaled programs that directly change lives. Over the past decade, I\'ve mastered the art of doing more with less—cutting programming costs by 15% while maintaining exceptional quality and achieving a 75% participation rate in our flagship senior recognition event. My approach centers on strategic program development that delivers real results. I don\'t just manage teams; I cultivate high-performing professionals who share my passion for educational equity. From concept to execution, I\'ve guided multiple program lifecycles that consistently exceed organizational goals and create lasting community impact. What sets me apart is my ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes while maintaining unwavering focus on student success. I\'ve proven that innovative thinking and operational excellence can coexist—whether I\'m streamlining budgets, designing signature events, or developing talent within my team. The students and communities I serve don\'t just participate in programs; they experience transformation. That\'s the difference strategic leadership makes, and it\'s the standard I bring to every initiative.

Experience

1. Associate Director of Partnerships

   Student U

   May 2024 — Present

   Led end-to-end recruiting and onboarding process for part-time and full-time hires in the department, prioritizing skill development, alignment with organizational culture and policies, and delivering continuous support throughout their journey.• Designed, planned, and managed a distinguished high school senior recognition event with an impressive 75% student participation rate. Enhanced the event by organizing a small reception to honor donors and scholarship recipients.• Developed a strategic five-year department development plan encompassing a departmental restructure, new learning outcomes, and current/future program topics, with a strong emphasis on workforce development and alumni engagement.• Established and nurtured robust partnerships with institutional departments and community organizations that align with the organization\'s mission, resulting in significant growth from 3 to 10 partnerships within the department over the past 2 years.• Provided effective supervision and management of a diverse team of 20+ part-time and full-time staff. Achieved a remarkable 100% retention rate of part-time staff, ensuring their commitment and continuity from the 20••••23 SY to the 20••••24 SY.• Successfully developed and managed comprehensive project plans, ensuring the seamless execution of programs encompassing curriculum design and the creation of instructional materials.

Education

• Clemson University

  Master of Education (M.Ed.) Counselor Education

  2015 — 2017

• Ralph L. Fike High School

  High School Diploma

  2008 — 2009

• University of North Carolina at Charlotte

  Bachelor's of Science

  2009 — 2013

• North Carolina State University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

  2021