Kiersten L. Tavares
Medical Student Services Coordinator
PRONUNCIATION keer-stin tuh-var-ez
PRONOUNS she/her/hers
89 Beaumont Avenue
Given Courtyard N100
Burlington, VT 05405
United States
- Adult Mental Health First Aid Certification, 2024-2027
- UVM's Project Management Professional Certificate Program, 2020
- M.Ed., University of Vermont, 2018
- B.A., Dartmouth College, 2008
Office of Medical Education - Medical Student Services Team, Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont
Areas of expertise
Experienced Student Services Coordinator with a demonstrated history of working in institutions of academic excellence. Strong educational background, professional, technologically astute, and skilled in event planning, MS365, and administration. Administrative support to and facilitation experience in:
- Medical Student Council
- UVM Larner College of Medicine Honors Societies
- UVM Larner College of Medicine Fitness Committee
- UVM Larner College of Medicine Advancement Committee
- Maxient Software System (Level 5 User, developer, and case manager)
- Medical Student Handbook policy review and development
BIO
Kiersten Tavares is the Medical Student Services Coordinator for the Office of Medical Education, at the UVM Larner College of Medicine. Since 2013, Kiersten has been a driving force in supporting medical students and advancing student services. She provides regular advisement to the Associate Dean for Students and Medical Student Services Administrative Assistant, ensuring seamless support for the Deans for Students, Director of Academic Achievement, and the Medical Student Wellbeing team.
Kiersten is recognized for her innovative approach to streamlining programs and services, including developing internal training for collaborative platforms such as SharePoint, MS Teams, and Maxient. She maintains critical aspects of students’ electronic academic records and facilitates key committees, including the Advancement, Fitness, and Honors Societies Selection Committees. Her organizational leadership extends to planning and supporting major university events, such as the Honors Society Induction Celebration, Orientation Week, Match Week, and student advising and support sessions (Summer Opportunities Panel, Leadership Lunch and Learn series, etc.). As a liaison to the Medical Student Council and over 50 affiliated student interest groups, Kiersten provides training, advising, event planning, and budget support, fostering a vibrant and inclusive student community. She has played a pivotal role in policy development, collaborating with campus partners to enhance institutional policies and student resources.
Kiersten’s commitment to excellence has been recognized through multiple nominations and awards, including the Larner College of Medicine Collette Award and Best Support Staff Award. Her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic was instrumental in designing remote celebrations and compliance programs, ensuring student safety and engagement.
Beyond her primary role, Kiersten serves on the critical ad-hoc committees for content and tool development, is an active member of the UVM Staff Union bargaining team, and promotes wellness as a Department Wellness Co-Ambassador. She holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies from UVM and a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from Dartmouth College, graduating magna cum laude.
Kiersten was born and raised in Vermont, and she lives in the New North End of Burlington with her spouse, Michael, and her toddler, Jameson (“J-mo). She enjoys bike commuting in fair weather (especially with J-mo in the buggy), walking and hiking all the amazing places in the area, and sampling incredible local food and beverages with her family and friends.
Awards and Achievements
- The Larner College of Medicine Collette Award Nominee, Larner College of Medicine Honors Night Award Ceremony/Celebration, May 2024, 2023, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, and 2017 - Selected by the graduating class; honors a support staff member who was outstanding during the Clinical levels of the curriculum (Clerkship & Advanced Integration Levels).
- The Larner College of Medicine Best Support Staff Award Nominee, Larner College of Medicine Foundations Awards Ceremony/Celebration, January 2024, 2023, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 - For the staff member who best supported students in areas besides teaching.
- The Larner College of Medicine Best Support Staff Award Recipient, January 2017 and 2016 - For the staff member who best supported students in areas besides teaching.
Bio
Kiersten Tavares is the Medical Student Services Coordinator for the Office of Medical Education, at the UVM Larner College of Medicine. Since 2013, Kiersten has been a driving force in supporting medical students and advancing student services. She provides regular advisement to the Associate Dean for Students and Medical Student Services Administrative Assistant, ensuring seamless support for the Deans for Students, Director of Academic Achievement, and the Medical Student Wellbeing team.
Kiersten is recognized for her innovative approach to streamlining programs and services, including developing internal training for collaborative platforms such as SharePoint, MS Teams, and Maxient. She maintains critical aspects of students’ electronic academic records and facilitates key committees, including the Advancement, Fitness, and Honors Societies Selection Committees. Her organizational leadership extends to planning and supporting major university events, such as the Honors Society Induction Celebration, Orientation Week, Match Week, and student advising and support sessions (Summer Opportunities Panel, Leadership Lunch and Learn series, etc.). As a liaison to the Medical Student Council and over 50 affiliated student interest groups, Kiersten provides training, advising, event planning, and budget support, fostering a vibrant and inclusive student community. She has played a pivotal role in policy development, collaborating with campus partners to enhance institutional policies and student resources.
Kiersten’s commitment to excellence has been recognized through multiple nominations and awards, including the Larner College of Medicine Collette Award and Best Support Staff Award. Her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic was instrumental in designing remote celebrations and compliance programs, ensuring student safety and engagement.
Beyond her primary role, Kiersten serves on the critical ad-hoc committees for content and tool development, is an active member of the UVM Staff Union bargaining team, and promotes wellness as a Department Wellness Co-Ambassador. She holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies from UVM and a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from Dartmouth College, graduating magna cum laude.
Kiersten was born and raised in Vermont, and she lives in the New North End of Burlington with her spouse, Michael, and her toddler, Jameson (“J-mo). She enjoys bike commuting in fair weather (especially with J-mo in the buggy), walking and hiking all the amazing places in the area, and sampling incredible local food and beverages with her family and friends.
Awards and Achievements
- The Larner College of Medicine Collette Award Nominee, Larner College of Medicine Honors Night Award Ceremony/Celebration, May 2024, 2023, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, and 2017 - Selected by the graduating class; honors a support staff member who was outstanding during the Clinical levels of the curriculum (Clerkship & Advanced Integration Levels).
- The Larner College of Medicine Best Support Staff Award Nominee, Larner College of Medicine Foundations Awards Ceremony/Celebration, January 2024, 2023, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 - For the staff member who best supported students in areas besides teaching.
- The Larner College of Medicine Best Support Staff Award Recipient, January 2017 and 2016 - For the staff member who best supported students in areas besides teaching.