Western Regional Careers in Student Affairs Day
Friday, October 27, 2006
California State University, Fullerton
Titan Student Union
Workshops Information
"10:00 – 11:00am PROGRAM SESSION A
“Launching and Developing Your Career at a Community
College”
Gabrielino
Lorrie Jordan, Santiago Canyon College
Rick Rams, Cypress College
Raul Rodriguez, Mt. San Antonio College
Ample career opportunities exist within the nation’s community
colleges. The presenters will provide an overview of the community
college job search, as well as advice on navigating one’s
career in the community college system.
"Careers in Housing, Judicial Affairs and Greek
Life"
Ontiveros ABC
Moderator: Juanita Razo, California State University, Fullerton
Suzanne Seplow, University of California, Los Angeles
Denzil J. Suite, University of Southern California
Tonia Teresh, California State University, Fullerton
Many new professionals in student affairs begin their careers in
housing and residence life. Student affairs areas that often require
specific skills connected to housing and residence life are judicial
affairs and Greek life. The work in these areas is both challenging
and rewarding. In residence life, you help create living/learning
communities where college students can be successful. If you enjoy
making a difference, this may be the career for you. Find out more
by attending this workshop.
“Student Affairs 101: Introduction to the Profession”
Alvarado B
Dr. Dawn Person, California State University, Long Beach
This workshop will review the major historical developments in
the profession of student affairs and student services. The changing
nature of higher education in our society, the changes in the types
of students seeking a college education, the development of diverse
institutions of higher education and theoretical evolution have
all had an impact on student affairs and the work of it’s
professionals across the range of student service areas. As a result
of this “march” through history, participants will gain
a complex understanding of contemporary student affairs practice.
"ACPA/NASPA Conference Career Fairs: Strategies
for Success"
Hetebrink AB
Idonas Hughes, University of Nevada, Reno
Learn the inside secrets of job search success at ACPA and NASPA
conferences. The presenter has been a coordinator for ACPA Convention
placement for more than 15 years. Topics include resume writing,
networking, post-conference tips, considering a job offer, relocation
issues and convention interviewing.
“Reflections on Graduate School: Student Panel”
Alvarado A
Erin Booth, California State University, Long Beach
3rd Year Student, M.S. Counseling, California State University,
Long Beach
Angel Hernandez, Santiago Canyon College
M.A. College Student Personnel, University of Maryland, College
Park
Jaime Johnson, Azusa Pacific University
2nd Year Student, M.Ed. College Student Affairs, Azusa Pacific University
J.D. O'Reilly, Azusa Pacific University & Citrus College
2nd Year Student, M.Ed. College Student Affairs, Azusa Pacific University
Vincent White, Fullerton College
4th Year Student, M.S. Counseling, California State University,
Long Beach
Attend this workshop and hear first hand from current graduate
students about their experiences in student affairs graduate programs.
Panelists will share their reflections on graduate school, including:
how they chose their program, how difficult it is, what they find
most rewarding and what they wish they had known when they first
entered graduate school.
"Online Social Communities"
Tuffree AB
Serena Cline, California State University, Fullerton
Sandi Rhoten, California State University, Fullerton
This presentation is designed to highlight the issues related to
universities and student on-line communities. How do these social
networking tools impact students and university communities? How
can institutions pro-actively address this subject? What safety
concerns should participants in online communities be mindful of?
How can professionals stay up to date with this rapidly changing
world?
“How to be Seen as a Star in Your Organization”
Gilman AB
Kandy Mink Salas, California State University, Fullerton
In order to successfully move up in any type of organization, the
key is to be perceived as an indispensable, highly talented team
member. How does a good employee make sure that supervisors recognize
their good work? How does a great team member make sure they are
considered when promotions or plum assignments are given out? This
session will focus on tips for making sure you are seen as a star
in your organization, making sure your good work is recognized and
advice on how to successfully move up the student affairs career
ladder.
"Resume Review"
Pavilions A and B
Facilitator:
Josie Hutchinson, Loyola Marymount University
Learn the secrets of effective resume writing to get you the interview.
Take advantage of the opportunity to sit down with career counselors
and student affairs professionals, experienced in hiring staff,
to get feedback on what your resume says about you. Dialogue one
on one with these professionals about the elements of hiring and
how you can use your resume to the fullest in your job search.
Back to the Top
11:15-12:15pm PROGRAM SESSION B
“Launching and Developing Your Career at a Community
College”
Gabrielino
Lorrie Jordan, Santiago Canyon College
Rick Rams, Cypress College
Raul Rodriguez, Mt. San Antonio College
Ample career opportunities exist within the nation’s community
colleges. The presenters will provide an overview of the community
college job search, as well as advice on navigating one’s
career in the community college system.
"Changing Directions: Moving Up, Moving On"
Alvarado B
Dr. Dawn Person, California State University, Long Beach
This workshop will deal with the issues and challenges facing mid
career professionals. Key questions will be addressed such as: Should
you consider leaving your home institution to advance professionally?
What are the pros and cons of expanding your portfolio in order
to move up? What are possible options to consider outside of student
affairs and what is an effective plan to pursue to advance professionally?
“Mastering the Job Interview: Successful Strategies
for Navigating Interviewing and Salary Negotiations”
Hetebrink AB
Idonas Hughes, University of Nevada, Reno
You get the interview, now what do you do? This workshop will show
you how to tiptoe through the landmines of panel interviews, presentations
and lunch with your potential future colleagues! You will also learn
how to communicate effectively during negotiation of relocation
expenses and starting salary. Attend this workshop and start your
new job on the right foot!
“Choosing a Graduate Program in Student Affairs”
Tuffree AB
Sharyn Slavin Miller, Azusa Pacific University
Emily Sandoval, University of California, Riverside
How do you select the right graduate program? Should you attend
full time or part time? Should you write a thesis? Should you choose
a program with an administrative or counseling emphasis? How many
units? How do you make sense of the differences among the many programs
out there? Attend this workshop to help you make an educated decision.
“Co-Curricular Assessment for Dummies (and Other
Highly Effective Professionals)”
Alvarado A
Dr. John Hoffman, California State University, Long Beach
Assessment and accountability are increasingly important in higher
education and student affairs. In this workshop you will learn how
to develop student learning objectives and outcomes, map and track
learning experiences and utilize student-centered tools to assess
and continually improve student learning.
"Careers in Academic Advising, Career Services
and New Student Programs”
Ontiveros ABC
Moderator: Karen Kerr, California State University, Long Beach
Monica Demcho, California State University, San Marcos
Megan Hervey, California State University, Fullerton
Ken Kelly, California State University, Long Beach
Have you been thinking about a career in career services, academic
advising or new student programs? Learn more about these different
functional areas of student affairs from three professionals representing
each area. Panelists will share how they chose their career paths,
the training they received, what their jobs are like and the ups
and downs of working in their specific fields.
"Resume Review"
Bradford AB
Facilitator:
Josie Hutchinson, Loyola Marymount University
Learn the secrets of effective resume writing to get you the interview.
Take advantage of the opportunity to sit down with career counselors
and student affairs professionals, experienced in hiring staff,
to get feedback on what your resume says about you. Dialogue one
on one with these professionals about the elements of hiring and
how you can use your resume to the fullest in your job search.
Back to the Top
1:30-2:30pm PROGRAM SESSION C
“Navigating Your Career as a New Professional”
Hetebrink AB
Deanna Merino, California State University, Fullerton
This interactive workshop will address the issues and challenges
facing new professionals as they move in, through, and out of the
first three to five years of their career in higher education. The
session will include small group discussions, personal stories from
the facilitator as well as tips from current literature and established
professionals.
"Advancing Professionally Through the Doctorate"
Gilman AB
Christina Lunceford, Concordia University
Ph.D., Higher, Adult & Lifelong Education, Michigan State University
Angela Robles, Azusa Pacific University
Ed.D. student, Higher Education Leadership, Azusa Pacific University
Marcelo F. Vazquez, University of California, Los Angeles
Ed.D. student, Rossier School of Education, University of Southern
California
Why pursue a doctorate degree? How might it advance your career
as a student affairs professional? What is the difference between
a Ph.D and an Ed.D? How do you simultaneously balance your career,
family and school? What kind of commitment does a doctorate program
require? A panel of doctoral candidates will explore these questions.
"A Day in the Life of the Senior Student Affairs
Officer"
Gabrielino
Moderator: Lea Jarnagin, California State University, Fullerton
Dr. John Hernandez, Santiago Canyon College
Dr. Robert L. Palmer, California State University, Fullerton
Sally Peterson, University of California, Irvine
This panel of senior level administrators will provide insight
into the "typical day" of a senior student affairs leader.
Panelists will discuss the nature, expectations and challenges of
pursuing a career as advanced student affairs administrators. Time
will be allotted during the panel for a question and answer session.
"Working in Student Unions, Student Activities
and Leadership Programs"
Ontiveros ABC
Moderator: Sandra Qatami, Loyola Marymount University
Patrick Bailey, University of Southern California
Cora Culla, Cal Poly Pomona
Debra Hammond, California State University, Northridge
Dr. Arnold Rollin, Citrus College
Professionals who are employed in student unions, student activities
and student leadership programs have an opportunity to provide a
connection and support for students to obtain meaningful co-curricular
experiences, learning experiences that help students get involved
beyond the classroom. Panel members have several years’ experience
in the field and are dedicated to helping develop new professionals.
Join this workshop to find out more about these rewarding professional
fields.
"Choosing a Graduate Program in Student Affairs"
Tuffree AB
Dr. Anna Ortiz, California State University, Long beach
Dan Predoehl, Occidental College - Azusa Pacific University
How do you select the right graduate program? Should you attend
full time or part time? Should you write a thesis? Should you choose
a program with an administrative or counseling emphasis? How many
units? How do you make sense of the differences among the many programs
out there? Attend this workshop to help you make an educated decision.
"Sculpting Race: An Innovative Approach to Teaching
Racial Identity Development"
Alvarado A
Dr. John Hoffman, California State University, Long Beach
Joy Hoffman, Azusa Pacific University
In this interactive session, the presenters will develop a human
sculpture in order to teach the dynamics of Janet Helms’ Black
and White racial identity development models. The activity is highly
effective when working with traditional age college students. Participants
will take part in the sculpting exercise and then receive materials
necessary to use the activity on their own campuses.
"Technological Competencies"
Alvarado B
Gary Kleeman, Arizona State University at the Polytechnic Campus
In this workshop we will discuss what the new student affairs professional
needs to have on his/her radar screen if they are to be successful
in the higher education workplace of the 21st century.
"Resume Review"
Bradford AB
Facilitator:
Josie Hutchinson, Loyola Marymount University
Learn the secrets of effective resume writing to get you the interview.
Take advantage of the opportunity to sit down with career counselors
and student affairs professionals, experienced in hiring staff,
to get feedback on what your resume says about you. Dialogue one
on one with these professionals about the elements of hiring and
how you can use your resume to the fullest in your job search.
Back to the Top
If you have questions about the program, please
contact Peter Sirikulvadhana at
(657) 278-4314 or via e-mail psirikulvadhana@fullerton.edu
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