
Office of the Dean
Hilda McDonald, BS
Senior Assistant to the Dean
College of Pharmacy
428 Church St
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1065
1C06 Pharm
Role Overview and Bio
As the senior assistant to Dean Vicki Ellingrod, I provide advanced administrative support to the dean and actively participate as a team member, supporting the dean’s office and the broader functions of the college. Additionally, I provide leadership within the staff. I serve as a liaison between the university community, the president’s office, and the provost’s office.
Education
B.S. in Business Administration, Central Michigan University.
Memberships
National Association of Presidential Assistants and Leaders in Higher Education (NAPAHE)
Professional Latinos at UM Alliance (PLUMA)
Hybrid Work schedule
Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM – COP Dean’s office
Friday – Remote
Responsibilities
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Assistant to the Dean or Vice President Senior
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Provide advanced secretarial and administrative support to the dean
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Plan and execute events hosted by the dean and coordinate guest visits
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Serve as a staff and resources person
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Work with academic departments and HR officer on faculty-related processes
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Work with the dean's office team to provide support for assistant deans and their activities that overlap with the dean's office