A career change–even a position change– can fundamentally reshape our day-to-day life, the way we see ourselves, and the way others see us. Student affairs is a field i[...]

My personal wellness plan began when I sought therapy about a month ago. If you are experiencing significant levels of stress, I highly recommend speaking to a therapist. As studen[...]

I have recently transitioned from working two years as a paraprofessional student staff to becoming a full-fledged professional staff member in residence life. Along with this tran[...]

I started my new position as a resident director at Portland State University about two and a half weeks ago. The first week was a whirlwind of training, shaking hands, learning ne[...]

As I walk into the residence hall where I’ll be living for the next year or so while working in my new role as a resident director, I spot a large green banner above the elevator t[...]