It’s summer! During this time of year, we have a small window of time for reflection. We have a small window of time to look back over the academic year and to look forward t[...]

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard that question. Although I have heard more questions about what my fancy title means, a close second would be, “Why do Student Affairs pro[...]

Many people assume that because we work in a college or university setting, we get the summer off! While that would be fantastic, I’m willing to bet that like me, most of you are s[...]

Everyone wants to make an impression, to create the program that students love. Everyone wants to create the program that is great for the university. But what if that program alre[...]

When I was a child, I hated eating vegetables. So my parents hid vegetables in foods I liked to provide me the necessary nutrients to grow up healthy.  In career development, we ar[...]

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[...]

This is the second entry in a two-part series. Please click HERE to read the first entry. Below, you will find my final three pieces of advice for recent graduates. I’ve learned th[...]

So as many of you know (assuming you have been reading my recent posts), I am moving back to Chicago, IL area. The move will allow me to be closer to family and be in the city the [...]

Your first position is a formative experience both personally and professionally. Asking these four questions can help you make a stronger start when you begin your first year: Whe[...]

Today, Facebook reminded me that during this week, three years ago, I completed my graduate degree in College Student Personnel at Bowling Green State University. Completing the de[...]