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Meet Ilena

Administrative Assistant, Student Affairs

Education

2007 University of South Florida, B.A. in Political Science and Government

Career Specialties

Ilena Bain works in UTampa’s division of Student Affairs, where she supports student engagement and success through clear communication, reliable logistics and thoughtful student support. She centers mental health awareness in her daily work, using de-escalation and well-being tools and connecting students to care. Bain manages division-wide trainings and events, prepares reports and committee minutes, and partners across campus on assessment and process improvement. She is pursuing a Master of Arts in Professional Communication at UTampa. Outside of work, Bain is an active Kiwanian who volunteers with youth-focused service and literacy programs, a commitment that strengthens her students-first mindset on campus.