Lain Weaver

Experience

1. Financial Aid Counselor

   Eastern Mennonite University

   Feb 2024 — Present · Harrisonburg, VA, US

   Advise and counsel returning undergraduate and Lancaster campus students on financial aid eligibility, application processes, and financing strategies- Manage the Financial Aid Office’s email communications providing responsive and accurate customer service to students and families- Award, originate, and reconcile Federal Grants and Direct Student Loans in compliance with Title IV regulations- Manage all aspects of private/alternative education loans including certification, tracking, troubleshooting, and lender communications- Collaborate with the Student Accounts Office to ensure accurate and timely disbursement of all financial aid awards- Assist in federal and state reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards- Assist students and families with the FAFSA process: reviewing applications, performing verification, assisting with corrections, and training staff as needed- Calculate and process Return of Title IV (R2T4) funds in compliance with federal regulations.

Education

• Fort Defiance High School

  Advanced Diploma

  2015 — 2019

• Christopher Newport University

  Bachelor's degree

  2019 — 2023