Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

JANUARY 27, 2025

The purpose of the SAAL awards is to to recognize the assessment work of members that advances the field of student affairs assessment and furthers the mission and values of SAAL. Faculty Champion Award Individual award to highlight a faculty member who has contributed to the scholarship or teaching of Student Affairs assessment.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 20, 2024

“Through that work, I noticed we were really in the thick of it, in the weeds of ensuring that Black students at our campus felt welcome and had safe spaces for us that were culturally relevant,” says Hollingsworth. “[At Technically, universities have commitments [to serve all students and make all students feel welcome].”

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EAB

JANUARY 12, 2023

6 ways leaders are rethinking their student affairs organizational charts in 2023. Between a pandemic, a national racial reckoning, and increasing challenges to the higher education business model, student affairs leaders have spent the past few years looking for ways to innovate and collaborate more effectively across the cabinet.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 4, 2024

The University of Maryland, College Park, has suspended social events involving alcohol and new member recruitment for 21 fraternities and 16 sororities pending an investigation into alleged misconduct.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 20, 2024

As associate dean for Student Affairs at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, she oversees all student services and support offices, including student clubs and events, the Records Office, tutoring and other academic support, and health and wellness services. in leadership from Andrews University.

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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

JUNE 30, 2023

Frontrow: Jennifer Lowman, Amy Pilcher, Britt Spears-Rhymes, Ciji Heiser, Renee Delgado-Riley, and Shae Robinson) Last month, ACPA and its Commission for Assessment and Evaluation hosted their Student Affairs Assessment Institute in Chicago, IL. Gavin Henning and Anne Lundquist, leaders in student affairs assessment.

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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

DECEMBER 19, 2024

SAAL aims to routinely share recaps of key assessment conferences through blogs to disseminate our observations that benefit the broader student affairs assessment community. The Student Success Landscape: A Conversation and Call to Action, featuring Tori Rehr, Paul Holliday-Millard, Ed.D., and Rene Delgado-Riley, Ph.D.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 20, 2024

“Those interests were front and center and persuaded me and demonstrated that she is one of my most talented students.” Lord’s educational background is an intriguing mix of marketing communications, business, research, and student affairs. It’s a way for students to stay connected, says Lord. No school is perfect.”

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Dr. Josie Ahlquist

APRIL 10, 2024

Deadlines dance in our heads, inboxes are overflowing, back-to-back events are scheduled, student and community crises loom, and summer just can’t come quick enough.But what if, instead of just surviving through the academic year — we lean into this work with humanity intact?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 17, 2023

The program’s second phase put additional focus on the platform’s ability to influence student retention and success. Slate’s technology helped build personal connections, making note of special events like birthdays, and tracked student interactions in both academic and student affairs.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 12, 2023

Ja’Bette Lozupone Title: Director of Student Affairs, Montgomery College Age: 41 Education: B.A., But anytime there was an event with free food, I was stuffing my face and trying to take food home,” she said. “I communications, Hood College; M.A., communications, Hood College; and D.O.L.,

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

We’ve seen a rise in hate,” says Dr. Bridget Kelly, an associate professor and student affairs & diversity officer at the University of Maryland’s College of Education. Steele remembers being at an event for new faculty. Dr. Candace N. Hall Dr. Candace N. Louis Filmmakers Showcase and is scheduled to screen at the St.

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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

As a student affairs assessment leader on my campus, I see it as my responsibility to provide professional development that builds staffs data identity ANDmake it fun. This winter, our division is hosting Division of Student Affairs Loves Data, a Valentines Day-themed event focused on data and assessment professional development.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

Despite her vice president title, her role had morphed into a mix of event planning and student affairs tasks, far removed from the strategic DEI leadership she had envisioned. Harrison Davis, Jr. Weeks later, another colleague shared her exhaustion and frustration.

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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

MAY 25, 2023

This can include clubs and organizations, mentoring programs, and campus events that bring students together. These are areas where student affairs has the potential to significantly influence sense of belonging. In this area, it’s important to remember the importance of having a strong sense of belonging.

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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

AI and Assessment in Student Affairs Natasha A. AI has been around since the 1950s and has been used in higher education often in the form of chatbots to tutor students, increase retention, answer questions about scheduling and institutional policies, support facilities management, and predictive analytics.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 28, 2023

Before coming to Otero, Alvarez was a senior fellow for NASPA (student affairs administrators in higher education) and a vice president for student affairs at North Dakota State University. It was eye-opening for students and faculty. He has a deep connection to community colleges.

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The Student Affairs Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The Office of Student Engagement at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) provides support for over 480 student organizations, which play a crucial role in enhancing student life. Collaborate with student leaders to introduce advanced training in areas like event planning and membership retention.

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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

DECEMBER 19, 2023

This year, the Journal of Student Affairs Inquiry ( JSAI ) Editorial Team has engaged in an exciting process of visioning and planning. First and foremost, we have given considerable thought to the journal’s unique contribution to advancing the field of student affairs assessment.

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The Student Affairs Blog

JANUARY 25, 2023

One of those programs is by participating in VCU Homecoming and attending one or more of the many events. Students can utilize RamsConnect to do so. VCU is aware of promotional materials posted on third-party sites for events designed to look like VCU events, some of which require purchasing tickets.

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Supporting Student Success

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

View of Community Ready module “What to Expect: A Student Experience” panel in D2L. As a way to encourage participation, virtual “badges” were distributed for the completion of asynchronous modules, attendance at events, and engagement with elements of online platforms (e.g. message boards). Community Ready. Math Ready.

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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

JULY 31, 2023

As you might have guessed, I spent most of my time in the Assessment track, but it was great to interact with other Student Affairs professionals focused programmatically on supporting equitable outcomes for historically underrepresented and minoritized college students. However, you can attend sessions from any track.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 16, 2024

At the time, there was only an unapproved (not officially recognized by the university) LGBTQ student group. There was also a standing committee on LGBTQ student needs that the student affairs office had, which did as much as they could within the confines of the administration,” he says. Dr. Luis A.

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The Student Affairs Blog

AUGUST 24, 2022

One of those opportunities is by attending VCU’s Weeks of Welcome event and utilizing RamsConnect to do so. There is no cost for participating in VCU’s Weeks of Welcome events. VCU has not authorized the use of its name or logo for these events. VCU has not authorized the use of its name or logo for these events.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Past generations have experienced traumatic historical events such as the Tiananmen Square Massacre, The EDSA Revolution, The Vietnam War, surviving poverty, and on top of that, migrating to a new country. Megan Go is a graduate student studying Higher Education and Student Affairs at the University of Connecticut. .

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The Student Affairs Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The Faculty, Staff & Student Mixers, hosted by The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) are designed to bring together members of VCU’s diverse communities in a welcoming and celebratory environment.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

MARCH 15, 2023

Structure provides expectations for students who may be uncomfortable in a more free-flowing or chaotic setting, such as introverts or those with social anxiety. Events that are sustained over time allow for relationships to build in the in-between, rather than a one-off encounter.

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Roompact

JUNE 27, 2024

As the co-chair's of this year's event, we explore each of our guests' background with ICA, what they're planning for this year, and how folks can get involved. This week we're digging in with LaFarin and DeAndre about what to expect from the upcoming Institute on the Curricular Approach (ICA) happening this October in Chicago.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

“We want to be very clear that these acts are NOT acceptable within DU’s community, and acknowledge the harm that has been caused to members of our community,” Todd Adams, vice chancellor of student affairs and inclusive excellence, wrote in a message to the student body, released Tuesday.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Several colleges reported higher event attendance through virtual channels than they’d ever witnessed during prior “in-person only” times. Amidst uncertainty, it’s also critical to be able to show senior university leaders ROI numbers for all Advancement investments, including engagement activities.

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The Student Affairs Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Unequaled school pride—this was the vision that Dr. Aaron Hart, Vice President for the Division of Student Affairs (DSA), had in mind when he sought to create a new tradition to elevate school spirit to unprecedented levels. The Black and Gold Wednesday events extended beyond just one campus or one day.

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Ray Schroeder

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

UW Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Lori Reesor announced the decision while speaking at a meeting of the Associated Students of Madison (ASM) Wednesday, according to The Daily Cardinal, the university's student newspaper. She cited current events as a major supporting factor behind the university’s decision.

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Confessions of a Community College Dean

JANUARY 18, 2023

Out of the 131 NASPA members who responded to the survey, 72 percent reported that the mental health of students, faculty and staff at their institution had worsened over the past year. Is this diversity newsletter?

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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

AUGUST 14, 2023

When used solely for compliance, in annual reports or accreditation documentation, the students who provided survey responses do not benefit from their efforts. When used to influence changes to events, programs, or services, some respondents may benefit, but the improvements will primarily impact future students.

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Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL)

APRIL 25, 2023

Over the course of the next year, you will hear from our blog writing team as we reflect on trends in assessment, respond to SAAL programs and events (i.e In past roles, mostly within Academic Affairs and Enrollment Management, I have led assessment efforts to enhance programming and services.

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Campus Groups

MARCH 22, 2022

People reported that students are tired of virtual events and eager to get back to in-person programming. You can also create polls to enhance in-person events by asking all participants to answer a question and share results in real time. Are you a campus leader guiding students on a pathway to success?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

CSUN has redesigned its outreach strategy to increase the enrollment of Latino students from the Los Angeles service area focusing on three main pathways: expanded recruitment teams, a comprehensive parent engagement campaign, and hosting on-campus, whole-family outreach events. Dr. Erika D. Beck CSUN President Dr. Erika D.

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