About Me

Robert Shindell has found success in a number of diverse roles over the course of his 13-year career in the field of higher education. Most recently, Robert Shindell employed his considerable talents as the Associate Vice President of Enrollment Services for Texas Tech University. In this role, Robert Shindell directed all matters related to recruiting, admissions, financial aid, and scholarships for the university.



During his tenure as Associate Vice President of Enrollment Services, Robert Shindell increased freshman and transfer-student applications by 15%. Robert Shindell achieved his success by researching enrollment models and projections, employing unique strategic marketing initiatives, and enhancing existing relationships with high schools and community colleges, among other tactics.



Prior to becoming Associate Vice President of Enrollment Services, Robert Shindell served Texas Tech University in the role of Director of the Career Management Center for the Rawls College of Business. In this position for approximately five years, Robert Shindell greatly improved the overall quality and structure of the Career Management Center, making it a useful tool for both students and employers. Through his work, Robert Shindell helped the Rawls College of Business enter the Top 50 Public Business School rankings. Currently, the Rawls College of Business ranks #28 on the Business Week Business School rankings for Career Centers. Robert Shindell came to Texas Tech University in 2003 after serving as Director of the Career Management Center for Midwestern State University.



Extensively educated, Robert Shindell holds numerous degrees in the field of education. Robert Shindell received his Bachelors degree in Education from the University of Toledo, where he was also a member of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity. Robert Shindell next earned his Masters degree in Training & Development from Midwestern State University. Currently, Robert Shindell is in the process of earning his Doctorate in Higher Education Administration from Texas Tech University.

My Experience

Strategic/Mission Planning

Envisioned, then created and implemented a college specific career center in a Top 50 public Business School. Developed comprehensive strategic plan; wrote initial policies and procedures; hired and trained staff; integrated career management into existing curricula; expanded career services delivery through increased web presence; developed secondary funding streams to support services. Recruited over 500 employers to hire business students for jobs and internships. Results: Center was ranked #28 in the nation by Business Week, highest undergraduate starting salary in the state; 95% placement of b-school students within 3 months of graduation.

Reorganized the Division of Enrollment Services at a Big XII university to increase recruitment of undergraduate and transfer students. Analyzed and identified problem areas and challenges; devised and generated multiple solutions; engaged participatory leadership skills with management team on implementation of solutions; trained admissions staff in areas of proactive customer service and relationship sales. Results: 15% increase in applicant pool, 40% increase in historically underrepresented population resulting in the largest freshman and transfer class in the history of the institution.

Program Management

Implemented web-based career services portal in a Top 50 public business school. Conducted needs analysis with both employers and students; identified software solution vendors; created content and design; led branding and marketing initiatives. Results: Launched web portal that is now utilized by all employers and students in the college to facilitate employment connections.

Launched budget reduction initiative within a division of a Big XII University. Identified areas of savings; formed multi-divisional teams to analyze expenses; established target objectives and zero-based budgeting techniques; implemented enhanced accounting techniques; motivated management team through participatory leadership; documented and reported results to Board of Regents. Results: Reduced budget by 15% (over $1 million dollars) while increasing employee engagement and morale.

Program Development

Created Twenty under 40 awards program in a metropolitan area to recognize twenty people in the community under the age of forty years old who are doing remarkable things with their life and career. Recruited corporate sponsorships; engaged local media to donate advertisement and publicity; solicited nominations from local business, industry and services entities. Result: Raised $14,000 in corporate funding, identified 70 nominees and received front-page and lead-story coverage in local media.

Developed cooperative education program within a College of Engineering. Created opportunities for with companies in the US and Canada; solicited companies to fund the Cooperative Education Scholars Program; authored, implemented and facilitated Professional Development Course for freshman engineering students; instituted and developed Career Expo. Results: Over 250 companies hired cooperative education students, raised $300,000 in scholarships and increased college national ranking significantly.

Change Management

Established task forces to focus on the enrollment of Hispanic and African-American students at a Big XII university. Recruited community leaders, students and faculty of under-represented populations to serve; formulated strategies to increase enrollment; researched, evaluated and reported methods currently used by competitor institutions; spearheaded aggressive marketing plan to increase scholarship fundraising. Result: 42% increase in African-American applicants, 52% increase in Hispanic applications, and over $280,000 of unrestricted scholarships.

Envisioned, developed and implemented a First-Year Experience course for students in a College of Business Administration. Convinced Dean and senior faculty members to fund the project; researched and evaluated similar programs from other schools; recruited students into the class during orientation. Results: 74 students signed up successfully completed class during the first semester, generating 222 credit hours equating to over $16,000 profit through Texas State Higher Education Formula Funding.