Julia LaRosa

Service to the University

MAT 210 Brief Calculus for Global Freshman Academy Initiative (2017- 2018)   Supported math faculty and staff in evaluating adaptive learning techniques provided within an online tool, Gradarious.     

Alpha Phi (2017) Guest speaker on Women in Leadership

International Students Acculturation project (2011-2016) Collaborated with the Provost, English Language Center (ELC) and other University administration to develop acculturation supports and curriculum.

Peer Leaders (2003-2016) Established and managed a highly regarded, academically rigorous student leadership development program that empowers high performing sophomore students to engage and support new freshman students in their transition to Drexel University.

Teaching Assistants (2008-2016) Developed and lead a peer-mentored academic curriculum for upper classmen business students who support foundational business courses.  

LeBow Spirit Week (2015-2016) Researched and collaborated with student leaders to devise plans that engage students from the middle years; sophomore, pre-junior and juniors. 

LeBow Commuters (2014-2016) Collaborated with commuter students, administration and alumni to establish, fund and design a learning community focused on improving student engagement and satisfaction for commuter students.

University Peer Leader Committee (2010-2013) Collaborated with advisors and other university stakeholders to develop a consistent leadership curriculum for peer mentors across Drexel University. 

Phi Mu Sorority (2013 - 2017) – Speaker and faculty mentor 

Community Service

DECA (2017) – Speaker at the regional high school DECA conference in Phoenix

Bringing Hope Home (2014-2016) Supported charity executives and LeBow administration to secure and expand a strong relationship and multiple opportunities for student involvement and community service

Champions of Caring (2009-2016)- Networked with founder on ways to connect Drexel University with Champions of Caring and community service initiatives

Greater Philadelphia Cares(2008-2010) - Worked in Philadelphia schools and parks to improve overall conditions

Urban Promise (2007-2012) - Networked with founder to provide meaningful connections between Drexel business students and under-privileged Camden youth

Start-up Corps (2009-2012) - Served as a guest lecturer, Entrepreneurship panelist and organizational mentor

Moorestown Baptist Church (2001-2015)- Served in a leadership role within the Diaconate and sabbatical committee, providing support, insight and organizational expertise

Moorestown Township Town Council (2006-2009) - Supported political campaigns and led initiatives for Moorestown Township as an elected council member