Master’s programs in student affairs (and really, early career positions) are one, two, maybe three years. Just because you’re there for a short time doesn’t mean that you shouldn’[...]

So you studied abroad and instantly fell in love with the idea of living in a foreign country. You are itching to travel again and are looking to immerse yourself in a new culture.[...]

Ah, transitions. A major theme of my life has been changing locations. Whether it was moving two hours away for undergrad, changing residence centers as a hall director, picking up[...]

It was around 10am when it struck me. My day started like most of the days I’ve had over the previous few months. Driving my partner to work, going home, making coffee and br[...]

We talk a lot about finding your “fit” in student affairs.  Over the years, I’ve heard the term used in a variety of ways.  Usually, it’s phrased in a positive light, p[...]

Like many #SAMillennials, I use social media to stay connected to my #SAPro life at all times. I feel that it keeps me in the loop and allows me to serve my students more effective[...]

Why hiring non-traditional candidates is a hallmark of student affairs and a fallacy The path to a job in student affairs does not allow for “non-traditional” candidate[...]

A year ago, I was finishing my SAGrad journey as a first generation graduate student. At age 24, I was proud to have one of my biggest life goals accomplished—earning a Masters Deg[...]

When it comes to graduation season, my normally heightened enthusiasm for LinkedIn hits a new level. After all, many recent graduates are seeking employment, and LinkedIn has so mu[...]

  My first two full-time professional jobs in Student Affairs were entry-level housing positions.  I was so thrilled to have a job that I was in full-throttle people-pleaser m[...]