Ellen Reid

Ellen Reid, Undergraduate Program Manager for the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, has grown her role from one focused largely on logistics to one focused on community-building and strategy. She’s been recognized for developing an incredible understanding of how to support students within EECS. Described as a star on the EECS administrative team, Ellen also performs a variety of administrative tasks such as one-on-one advising, processing various requests and forms, and managing student groups.

Name:
Ellen Reid

Job Title:
Undergraduate Program Manager

Department, Lab, or Center:
EECS Undergraduate Office

How long have you worked at MIT: 
Since Sept 2018 — almost six years (I joined EECS in July 2020 — four year anniversary!)

Describe your role and responsibilities at MIT:
In my role in the EECS UG Office, I strategize on and implement activities for EECS undergraduate programs. This includes a combination of administration, finance and information technology, compliance, communications, and outreach. I develop recommendations for program process improvements and ensure program operations are effective and efficient. I handle EECS academic advising and serve as an academic advisor, advising on academics, research, and well-being. I develop and implement programs to facilitate the academic success and social adjustment of EECS students. This is a long way of saying that I focus on receiving complex questions, finding or creating answers/solutions, and updating programs/processes to better serve our community of students, staff, and faculty.

What is your favorite part of your job:
I have many favorite parts! First and foremost: working with our fantastic EECS students. Collaborating with EECS staff and faculty is a joy, and last but not least, working with colleagues all over MIT. It’s the amazing people here, for me!

Do you have any hobbies or interests:
Hiking, reading, traveling, gardening, playing with our toddler and dog. Since it’s summer, I’ll give a special shoutout to going to the beach and playing in the waves.