Archive for the ‘student-affairs’ tag
An homage, some bow tie talk, and a commencement gown
My pal, Kenneth Elmore – Dean of Students for Boston University, knows how to elevate conversations. There aren’t that many deans of students who are as charismatic as Kenn. In this quick clip, he offers up some insight as to why he spells “Kenn” with two Ns. He also manages to tie a bow tie on camera without a mirror. Kenn’s wit is edgy. The close to this interview showcases Elmore’s ability to riff on the fly. Administrators can make art. In Kenn’s case, his media presence is creative, insightful, and always right on the pulse.
“Radical” and Student Affairs
I asked a question and received 40 comments: “Where are the Radical Practitioners?” One of the interesting themes was the idea that people couldn’t be radical (as they defined it) for fear of losing their jobs…couple that logic to another theme: because I am no longer a fulltime student affairs practitioner, I am no longer qualified or credible when it comes to asking about or asking for radical practices in student affairs. Seems like I am in a prime position to add radical commentary as I am not in a position to “lose” my job. Although, some (and I would agree) would say that I am in a far riskier position as a consultant who generates controversial critical conversations. And, while I was employed fulltime, I would like to point out that that was when the majority of my radical writing took place. In fact, I remember when I got raked over the coals after this post came out about student affairs and technology. That particular post, in my view, was fairly benign in terms of its “radical” nature. However, it was perceived by some as too provocative. That’s me….a thought provoker.
Radical Student Affairs Practitioners … Do they exist? Does our profession allow them to exist? Do we nurture them or isolate them? Are they leading our associations or quietly leading from the periphery? Does Student Affairs deconstruct the status quo or do we sustain it?
What do you think? Add your voice to the comments at the original post on Inside Higher Ed.
#AltProDev is the future of professional development
There are at least 3 student affairs panels up for vote in the SXSW panel picker. I wrote a description of each one over at my Inside Higher Ed blog.
In order for a panel to be accepted, it has to get enough votes. Sue Beckingham – Sheffield Hallam University, Laura Pasquini – University of North Texas, and Jeff Jackson – University of Texas Health Science Center and yours truly have submitted a panel on alternative forms of professional development for higher education practitioners.
If you get a chance, we’d love it if you took a look and wrote a comment. We’re going to take your thoughts and ideas and implement them into our presentation. #AltProDev is most-likely the future of professional development for a lot of higher ed folks. We’re going to show you how to access worthwhile content and introduce you to networks that will assist you to do your best work.
Student Affairs Live (#SAlive) May + June
After moving 3,000 miles in May, writing for InsideHigherEd.com and spending time getting to know my new home of Columbia, South Carolina, I inadvertently missed posting some of my #SAlive show archives. So, having said that, head on over to http://higheredlive.com to catch up on all sorts of student affairs related shows.
Recent topics/happenings included: residence life, student conduct (conceal and carry was the topic), an epic conversation with Gwen Dungy (Executive Director of NASPA), Semester at Sea, the #NASPACPA Consolidation Vote, Dean of Students, and Academic Advising
Social Media and the SSAO
Social Media and the Senior Student Affairs Officer (SSAO)
Educate, Engage, and Energize Students
With the rapid growth of social media and accompanying surge in online activity, particularly among university and college students, student affairs staff are using the latest technologies to engage students and forge stronger ties to programs, services, and events. Increasingly, senior student affairs officers (SSAOs) are building their own communities and initiating important conversations through a variety of social media sites. This article provides an overview of social media and how it can help student affairs make and keep vital connections. Read the rest of this entry »
Student Affairs job search advice from Ann Marie Klotz
If you’re looking for a job within student affairs, you really need to listen to this podcast interview from Higher Ed Career Coach.
Ann Marie Klotz, Assistant Director for Selection and Training in Residential Education at DePaul University, shares her thoughts on mentors, finding the right fit, and gives a ton of tips for folks who are conducting a student affairs job search.
Social Media and Professionalism
Jeff Lail joined me in a vibrant discussion on how social media impacts professionalism.
NASPA Western Regional Conference – Anthology – #NASPAwr11
I’m thrilled to announce that I will be giving the closing keynote at the NASPA Western Regional Conference in San Diego. The title of my talk is “Taking Strategies to Practice: Student Affairs and Social Media“:
We “get” Facebook. Some of us are even on Twitter. Do you YouTube? So what’s next? How do we create community and connections using social media? Student Affairs practitioners are developing amazing ways to use social media to enhance their practice and reach their strategic goals. Let’s tweet, update, and create!
How I Became A Student Affairs Professional
What began as a quick and easy way for me to share my student affairs journey has become a collection of clips from several student affairs professionals.
I posted my “How I became a student affairs professional” video on YouTube at HigherEdLive.com and invited other folks to do the same.
It’s always fascinating to me to hear someone tell the tale of how they got into student affairs. Have you shared your story yet?
If you post a video on YouTube of how you became an SA pro, let me know and I’ll add it to the original collection.
How did you become a student affairs professional?
According to a recent poll from the Student Affairs Collaborative blog, a lot of folks found their way into student affairs via Residence Life, Student Government, and Student Activities involvement.
Share your story in the comments, tweet it to me @EricStoller, or shoot me an email.
Student Affairs and Social Media
Ryan Masin, a graduate student in the College Student Development program at OSU (Oklahoma State University), asked me to answer several question about higher education, student affairs, and social media. We spent 45 minutes chatting about everything from the ubiquity of Facebook to how social media will influence student development theory.
Ryan and I first met at the NASPA Annual Conference during my social media unsessions.
