It’s September and that means it is possibly the best time for you to find your next job in student affairs!
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It’s September and that means it is possibly the best time for you to find your next job in student affairs!
In June’s issue of “THE EXCHANGE” we discuss the importance of DEI in student affairs and its impact on recruiting and retention.
In May’s issue of “THE EXCHANGE” we discuss the importance of mental health care in student affairs.
As departments around the world prepare for what I call “Hiring Season,” it is important that we make sure our open positions are assessable to a large and diverse audience.
If there’s something weird
And it don’t look good
Who you gonna call?
Ghostbusters!
Typically, when departments in Student Affairs are hiring, they take a more traditional approach. We are all familiar with the process, but is this the best approach?
We understand the weight that placement events and choices carry and the pressures that come with them. We have also taken notice of the changing landscape of the workforce and job market in our field. That’s why The Placement Exchange will continue to push forward in its effort to create the definitive student affairs job placement experience by going virtual.
**Applications due October 10.** TPE is currently seeking applications for the TPE Graduate Ambassador Program. TPE Grad Ambassadors represent the most engaged schools across the country, and from their ranks. In the Ambassador role, graduate students from institutions are provided advanced information about TPE resources and programs to assist their fellow students who are planning to job search in the coming years. Selected Ambassadors work with The Placement Exchange in a variety of ways. Primarily, Ambassadors serve on campuses as the main communication conduit to their peers and faculty. They are given the most up-to-date information about all of the resources available within Student Affairs through The Placement Exchange and our sponsoring associations (ACUHO-I and NASPA) in order to convey important information to their peers and other prospective candidates on campus. In addition, TPE Ambassadors have the opportunity to connect with seasoned professionals as part of the TPE Committee, as well as colleagues from ACUHO-I and NASPA.
Like many of you will probably soon be doing, I recently started a new position in the heart of the COVID-19 pandemic. While I was so excited to start working in a new office and to continue my work in higher education, I was faced with a lot of anxiety and uncertainty of what this new experience would be like knowing that many colleges and universities across the country are functioning “off the grid” and almost completely remotely. In my first two weeks, I have learned so much and wanted to share some personal suggestions and advice as you prepare for a unique start to your professional careers in Student Affairs!
