Brody Tate
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic higher education leader with over eleven years of proven success in developing inclusive programs, enhancing learning experiences, and cultivating a vibrant workplace culture. Expertise in designing innovative onboarding and engagement initiatives that seamlessly connect people, purpose, and strategy. Recognized for a leadership style emphasizing creativity, empathy, and collaboration, transforming complex systems into human-centered environments where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to excel. Committed to fostering an atmosphere that inspires growth and drives organizational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager, Online
University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
11.2023 - 02.2026
- Worked closely with the leadership, staff, students, and faculty of the program to manage daily operations of the MS in Applied Data Science Online Program.
- Responsible for the overall administration of the MS in Applied Data Science Online degree program.
- Served as a thought partner to the Director of Instructional Services and Innovation and the Faculty Director of the Online Program, specifically, for strategy and implementation of best practices for online teaching and learning.
- Lead the planning, execution, and assessment of a bi-annual ‘Immersion Weekend’ where Online Program students visit campus to network and engage in relevant activities of over 100+ students annually.
- Collaborated as needed with enrollment management staff, student affairs staff, and additional instructional services team members to ensure Online Program courses are optimized, and master students are supported.
- Served as a critical leader for supporting and leading training for Online Program faculty and classroom support staff.
- Assisted with course design, LMS templates, and online best practices.
- Co-led Online Program Strategy Meetings, developing program outcomes, student learning outcomes, and program quality assessment.
- Collaborated as needed with the DSI, PSD, and other central UChicago offices.
- Project Managed Quarterly Online Program Team Meetings of 14 staff members across Enrollment, Academic Advising, Career Services, External Partners, Marketing, and Instructional Services.
- Created and Implemented Camera Usage and AI program Guidelines for syllabi and program directives.
Learning Portfolio Program Manager
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL
09.2018 - 10.2023
- Supported faculty in developing learning portfolios (eportfolios) with enhanced training, programs, pedagogy, and resources to enhance teaching and learning.
- Transitioned a new platform with university-wide data moves, implementation, communication plans, training, and website redesign.
- Supported students in developing learning portfolios in co-curricular courses and academic courses with enhanced training, programs, and resources to enhance critical reflection and high-impact learning.
- Facilitated trainings and workshops for faculty utilizing ePortfolios and integrating into their curriculum.
- Co-led a year-long, university-wide task force to review, analyze, and suggest a new learning portfolio platform system (January 2019-present) along with large-scale implementation for a Fall 2020 launch.
- Partnered closely with IT for LTI and data integration matches and account creation.
- Created support manuals, websites, training, and general training resources for ePortfolio.
- Collaborated with University departments, including schools/colleges, academic departments, Academic Support Services, the Division of Student Development, and community partners/external partners to integrate learning portfolios in their programs.
- Managed the ePortfolio website, disseminated training resources, informational materials, and general learning portfolio initiatives.
- Developed a Critical Reflection guide and resource site for faculty.
- Developed and implemented an outreach plan for campus partners and faculty partners to integrate learning portfolios in their respective programs and curricula.
- Tools: Digication, Sakai, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Zoom, Articulate Rise
- Committees: Student Engagement and Outreach- Lead Facilitator/Point of Contact Benefits Advisory Committee
- Streamlined project workflows, enhancing collaboration and communication among stakeholders.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic program initiatives.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with university goals and objectives.
Curriculum Developer (LMS Administrator)
Academic Programs International
Chicago, IL
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Super Administrator of the learning management system (LMS) APIConnect Learning Experience App (LEA).
- Successfully led a task force to implement a new LMS in under 3 months.
- Facilitated technical support for internal and external partners.
- Provided administrative updates and reporting across departments.
- Performed enrollment management tasks for the Learning Experience App in over 35+ programs.
- Developed a learner-centered Critical Reflection Model to engage learners in long-term reflective practices.
- Designed and implemented experiential learning curriculum across API programs.
- Assisted in the creation of career readiness curriculum and support programs.
- Utilized best practices in pedagogy and development methodologies in online, hybrid, and in-person curriculum design.
- Communicated and collaborated efficiently with academics (including faculty and staff) as well as technology and e-learning stakeholders.
- Worked with subject matter experts from a variety of disciplines and global backgrounds, including a variety of cultural perspectives and working styles.
- Troubleshot to resolve technical issues within the LMS as well as development and design issues with internal and external stakeholders.
- Interacted with internal and external personnel to identify and analyze LMS needs and capabilities.
- Tools: Brightspace by D2L, Camtasia, Adobe Suites, Google Suites
- Developed engaging curriculum materials aligned with educational standards and learner outcomes.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate innovative teaching strategies into course design.
Manager of New Student Programs
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
10.2016 - 08.2018
- Supervised and trained 18-24 Orientation Leaders and managed 2 office student workers.
- Staff Council- Cultural Engagement and Events Co-Chair.
- Academic Continuity Sub-Committee, Academic Assessment Committee, Critical Inquiry and Critical Reflection Committee.
- Facilitated Communication for New Student Connections, Welcome Week, Engage Columbia Programs, and event details on New Student Programming throughout the academic year.
- Collected and managed department and partnership information from Admissions, Registrar, Student Financial Services, Campus Card, Academic Affairs, College Advising, and others.
- Managed multiple components of campus orientation schedules, room reservations, staffing, facility requests, presentation materials, and event management.
- Managed a 6-week-long, campus-wide new student scholarship program: Engage Columbia, with over 75 events across campus.
- Served on Orientation Onboarding Committee bi-monthly meetings.
- Served on LMS/Canvas Subcommittee for onboarding processes.
- Updated New Student Programs, Engage Columbia, and other websites and social media.
- Planned and managed New Student events, forums, and programming with campus partners and departments such as New Student Forums, Murder Mystery, Engage Columbia.
- Assisted in large-scale, campus-wide production events such as Manifest, Grad Party, Commencement, Convocation, and Columbia Weekend.
- Hosted the 2017 Musical Murder Mystery with over 150+ people in attendance.
- Collected and processed New Student survey data and developed reports for the Assistant Dean, Associate Dean, and Vice President of Student Life.
- Developed and executed communication timelines and cycles for incoming students and their families.
- Proofed and updated the Orientation Guide, materials, calendars, and other print pieces.
- Tools: Canvas, Moodle, Canva, PiktoChart, Microsoft Office
Education
Doctoral Student- Ed.D - Curriculum, Culture, and Communities
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2025
Master’s of Education Degree - Higher Education
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2016
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communication
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY05-2013
Skills
- Program Leadership
- Equity & Inclusion
- Strategic Planning
- Community Partnership
- Faculty Development
- Policy Implementation
- Curriculum & Pedagogical Design
- Data-Informed Decision-Making
- Problem-solving
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Detail-oriented
- Process improvement
- Policy and procedure improvements
Affiliations
- Editorial Board Member, Multicultural Education Review (Taylor & Francis), 2024–present
- Consulting Editor, Journal of Queer and Trans Studies in Education, 2024–2027
- Peer Reviewer, AERA Division J; Multicultural Education Review
- Member, Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE), American Educational Research Association (AERA), UPCEA
Timeline
Program Manager, Online
University of Chicago
11.2023 - 02.2026
Curriculum Developer (LMS Administrator)
Academic Programs International
10.2021 - 11.2023
Learning Portfolio Program Manager
Loyola University Chicago
09.2018 - 10.2023
Manager of New Student Programs
Columbia College Chicago
10.2016 - 08.2018
Master’s of Education Degree - Higher Education
Loyola University Chicago
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communication
University of Wyoming
Doctoral Student- Ed.D - Curriculum, Culture, and Communities
Loyola University Chicago
Research/Publications/Presentations (Selected)
- Tate, B. C., McNamee, T. C., & Christiaens, R. (2025). Exploring Queer Joy in Nature: Tales from the Rural Mountain West. In Whitten & Azano (Eds.), Rural Education and Queer Identities. Routledge.
- Sorgen, C. H., McNamee, T. C., Tate, B. C., & Shannon-Baker, P. (2024). Supporting Queer Students From Rural Backgrounds. In Perspectives on Transforming Higher Education and the LGBTQIA Student Experience. IGI Global.
- Tate, B. C., Green, P. M. (2020). Modeling Pedagogy: Portfolios at the Intersection of Teaching and Learning. AAEEBL ePortfolio Review.
- Tate, B. C., Kerr-Ketchum, E., & Alexander, T. A. (2025). From Fear to Responsibility: Embracing Ethical Data Science in Higher Education. UPCEA Annual Conference.
- McNamee, T. C., Tate, B. C., Means, D. R., Sansone, V. A. (2024). Supporting the Higher Education Access and Success of Rural Students with Marginalized Identities. AERA Annual Meeting.
- Tate, B. C., Weaver, J. M., & Vasquez, A. (2023). Intercultural Change Leadership: A Case Study in JEDI Programming. Global Inclusion Conference.
Awards & Recognition
Innovation in Online Programming Award, GoAbroad Innovation Awards, 2022