Keyshawn Blakes
Higher Education Professional | Academic & Career Advising | Student Success & Access | Program Development | Admissions & Enrollment Management
- Role
- College Access Advisor at On Point
- Location
- Syracuse, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Keyshawn Blakes
Higher Education Professional with a demonstrated history of leadership & conflict resolution. Competent in multicultural affairs, project management, admissions, inclusion and belonging, team development, data-driven decision-making, community engagement, leadership, and advising and supporting.
Experience
College Access Advisor
Oct 2025 — Present · Syracuse, NY, US
Maintain comprehensive records of student progress to support grant reporting requirements and inform continuous program improvement.• Provide students with guidance on college admissions processes and financial aid options.• Deliver individualized counseling and mentoring to support students’ academic, personal, and postsecondary success.• Manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines through strong organizational and time management practices.• Communicate effectively and build productive relationships with students, colleagues, and external partner organizations.• Provide steady guidance and support to students during high-stress periods, including college application and transition phases.• Collect and analyze student enrollment and matriculation data to identify trends, inform advising strategy, and improve college enrollment outcomes.• Developed and maintained strategic partnerships with high schools and colleges to support student recruitment pipelines and successful college enrollment.• Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in student support and program engagement.• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and families to support student success.• Take a proactive approach to addressing students’ academic challenges and personal development needs.
Education
Syracuse University School of Education
Master of Science - MS, Higher Postsecondary Education
2019 — 2021
Buffalo State University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Sociology
2015 — 2019
Buffalo State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Adminstration
2015 — 2019
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Uniqueness
- Creative Strategy
- Leadership
- Cultural Diversity
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