Donald Luke Kopp
Director of Student Activities & Leadership Development
University of Pikeville
About Me
Higher Education, Technology Savvy, Leadership Development
Director of Student Activities & Leadership Development @ University of Pikeville
Good Day! Luke Kopp here where I currently serve as the Director of Student Activities & Leadership Development at the University of Pikeville, located in in Pikeville, Kentucky. I currently have my Masters of Science in Organizational Leadership from Wheeling Jesuit University, where I focused a lot of my research towards Higher Education and retention.
I also obtained with my Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice from Wheeling Jesuit, where I focused my undergraduate research in digital forensics.
I am an experienced event planner with a demonstrated history of working in higher education and civic/social organizations. I am also skilled in time management, project management, teamwork, critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and leadership development.
- Employer
University of Pikeville
- Location
Pikeville, Kentucky - Highest Degree
MS, Organizational Leadership - e-mail
dlukekopp@gmail.com - Phone
304-629-1898
Services
Technology Guru
Love learning and interacting with new technology to help streamline and enhance the users experience.
Photography
Avid amateur sports photographer, who likes to share the memories with the community!
Critical Thinking
Able to identify and analyze current processes, and implement streamlined solutions to enhance productivity and communication.
Leadership
With various leadership training and demonstrated experience, I love working with students to create an empowering environment!
Membership
American Red Cross
Instructor
Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA)
Member
National Association for Campus Activities (NACA)
Member
Sons of the American Legion
Member, Squadron 200
American Student Government Association
Member
National Tutoring Association
Tutor / Academic Coach Trainer
National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA)
Member
Alpha Sigma Nu
National Jesuit Honor Society, Inductee
Alpha Phi Sigma
National Criminal Justice Society, Inductee
Testimonials
"I had the great honor and privilege to work with Luke when he was a student at Wheeling Jesuit University. He started working in the Student Life office as a freshmen and continued throughout his tenure at Wheeling Jesuit. Luke was one of those student leaders who you could always count on to get the job done. However, what set him apart from many others is the passion and dedication he has to not only get it done, but to assess and improve it as well. I can not think of a time when Luke was tasked with accomplishing something that he did not go above and beyond what was expected.
Additionally, Luke has a passion for success. Not only his own success but the success of the organization. He made an impact on Student Life at Wheeling Jesuit that students will continue to enjoy for years to come. Luke is a true leader and I am sure that he will continue to be successful in the future. "
"Luke is a wonderful leader on campus. He knows how to get things done and is an excellent representative for others. I recommend Luke for future internship or job opportunities without hesitation."
Fun Facts
Resume
6+ Years Experience in Higher Education
Education
2017
Masters of Science, Organizational Leadership
Wheeling Jesuit University
Magna Cum Laude
2014
Bachelors of Arts, Criminal Justice
Wheeling Jesuit University
Cum Laude
2010
High School Diploma
Robert C. Byrd High School
Experience
Jan 2017 – Current
Director of Student Activities & Leadership Development
University of Pikeville
Aug 2014 – Jan 2017
Coordinator of Student Activities
Wheeling Jesuit University
Graduate Assistant
Jun 2006 – Apr 2013
[Head] Park Leader
Harrison County Parks and Recreation
Planning, preparing, implementing and evaluating age appropriate activities, which include sports, arts and crafts, and games daily, with weekly special events; developing positive, supportive relationships with participants, parent volunteers and other Department staff; monitoring performance of program assistants as appropriate; preparing informational and promotional materials; maintaining records and preparing reports; and performing related work as required.
Skills
Event Planning
Organization
Leadership Development
Crisis Response
Web / Graphic Design
Print Design
Community & Civic Engagement
2010 – Present
American Legion Mountaineer Boys State
Counselor, Senior Counselor, Emergency Response Team, Information Technology
CPR, First Aid, AED Instructor
American Red Cross
Recent Professional Development
March 2019
Institute on Sophomore Student Success
Delegate, March 2019
Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA)
Regional Co-Op Area Coordinator, March 2018
Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA)
Graduate
Patton Leadership Institute
Advance Academic Coach
National Tutoring Association
Portfolio
Just some of my foto work!
Portfolio Project 3
Portfolio Illustration Project 2
Portfolio Project 2
Portfolio Illustration Project 1
Portfolio Video Project 1
Portfolio Project 1
Media
Contact
Get in Touch
Get in Touch
Feel free to reach out to me anytime, whether it’s to learn more about my experience, any questions or clarification I can provide, or if you are just looking to network!