Another great #SAChat, this week on The Impact of Betsy DeVos for Student Affairs. Thank you to Tom Krieglstein for MODing this chat.
MOD Q1 – What edu policy changes/enforcement are you most interested in with the new SofE? #sachat
A1: I'm also interested in those decision Devos makes with K-12, which will impact our admissions, & retention practices #sachat
— Brian David Proffer (@BDProffer) February 9, 2017
A.1 Especially for access for students with disablities #sachat
— (((Annie Greaney))) (@AnnieGreaney) February 9, 2017
MOD Q2 – With prior SoEDUs, how quickly were policy changes see in your role? If so, in what ways (specific if you can)? #sachat
A2 Also interesting to see how consequences for 1st institution affected caused other institutions to act/react. #SAChat
— Craig Z (@cz2day) February 9, 2017
A2- Not my institution, but the gainful employment regulations made a huge impact on for profits. already seeing a diff w/ new admin #sachat
— Ali Watts (@AliWatts13) February 9, 2017
MOD Q3 – In what ways are you preparing (can you prepare) yourself and your team for potential changes coming? #sachat
A3: Continuously affirming and supporting students & paying attention when changes start to happen. And of course, #Resist #sachat
— amb. (@AmberSevart) February 9, 2017
A3: Stay resillient and supportive and vocal. Education has already been difficult for us, but we can't give in. #sachat
— poetik (@THEKarynDyer) February 9, 2017
MOD Q4 – What should/could #SAGrad programs be teaching in terms of how different gov’t administrations impact their job? #sachat
A4. I think higher ed is at an interesting point. Especially in terms of, who is for this new appointment and who is against it. #SAchat
— (((Annie Greaney))) (@AnnieGreaney) February 9, 2017
A4: We all need to be informed about history of #highered +policy– esp those interested in public ins or #comm_college. #sachat https://t.co/GuAgqiDTtF
— Brianne McDonough (@briannemcd) February 9, 2017
MOD FT/FQ – As we close the hour, what is your final thought (FT) and/or final question (FQ) related to this topic? #sachat
FT: Our roles in leadership edu have never been more crucial. Students need the best we can offer to learn to lead our country! #SAChat
— Cindy Kane (@cindykane) February 9, 2017
FT #SAChat Even with current events, I can't let myself feel defeated. My students need me now more than ever.
— Courtney (@courtneyekeeler) February 9, 2017