Navigating Policy Change: The Impact on Student Affairs in Higher Education
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How do public policies shape the work of student affairs professionals in higher education? This week on NASPA's Student Affairs Voices from the Field podcast, we explore just that. This week host is joined by two seasoned experts: , Director of Policy Research and Advocacy at NASPA, and , Assistant Vice President for Student Life at the University of Florida and Chair of NASPA’s Public Policy Division. This episode dives deep into the complex regulatory and legislative landscape affecting campuses today. Throughout the conversation, Diana and Dr. James Tyger illuminate why public...
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From Student Affairs to College President: Dr. Joshua Moon Johnson’s Journey
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On the latest episode of Student Affairs Voices from the Field, sits down with , the trailblazing President of (Manchester, Middlesex, and Asnuntuck), for an inspiring conversation that’s sure to resonate with higher education professionals everywhere. From Student Affairs to the Presidency Dr. Joshua Moon-Johnson shares an authentic, winding journey to leadership that began much like many in student affairs: as an “overly involved” undergraduate seeking belonging. Coming from a multiracial, first-generation background, student affairs became a hub for discovery, community, and...
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Happy Holidays from SA Voices From the Field
SA Voices From the Field
Dr. Jill Creighton and Dr. Christopher Lewis talk about the past season and the holidays as they prepare for a short break and then the end of Season 13. TRANSCRIPT Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:02]: Welcome to Student Affairs Voices from the Field, the podcast where we share your student affairs stories from fresh perspectives to seasoned experts brought to you by naspa. We curate free and accessible professional development for higher ed pros wherever you happen to be. This is season 13 on the value of student affairs. I'm Dr. Jill Creighton. She her hers Your essay Voices from the Field...
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Balancing Perspectives: The True Value of International Students in Higher Ed
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The latest episode of “Student Affairs Voices from the Field,” hosted by , delves into the complex and evolving landscape of international education, featuring the perspectives and expertise of , Senior International Officer at the University of Michigan-Flint. From the outset, listeners are treated to Dr. Zachariah Mathew’s personal journey—a career that began as a physical education teacher in India, transitioned into higher education in the United States, and flourished with a research focus on international student college choice. His story reflects how diverse experiences and a...
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The Unique Value of Community Colleges in Student Affairs
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Student Affairs professionals often serve as the heartbeat of a college campus, shaping transformative experiences for students at every stage of their educational journey. In the latest episode of Student Affairs Voices from the Field, host is joined by , Director of Student Services at Miracosta College’s San Elijo campus. Together, they deliver an insightful discussion on the unique value of student affairs—especially within community colleges. This episode masterfully details Colleen Maeder’s multifaceted career spanning both two-year and four-year institutions, public and...
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Why Student Affairs Matters: Unpacking College Value and Worth
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If you’ve ever wondered about the real impact of student affairs in higher education—or if you’re searching for compelling ways to articulate its value—this episode of "Student Affairs Voices from the Field" is a must-listen. Host brings together three leading voices in our field—, , and —to discuss NASPA's groundbreaking report, The Human Dimension of College: Why Student Affairs Matters. More than ever, higher education is under scrutiny. Public questions about its worth, declining college-going rates, and increasing skepticism about return-on-investment are creating intense...
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Enjoy The Short Break!
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Season 13 of "Student Affairs Voices from the Field," hosted by Dr. Jill Creighton, shines a spotlight on the value of student affairs through engaging stories from both fresh perspectives and seasoned experts. In the recent Thanksgiving break episode, and reflect on the whirlwind pace of the academic year and extend heartfelt wishes for rest and rejuvenation to their listeners. They express gratitude for the incredible guests featured so far and tease upcoming episodes with compelling new voices that will continue to explore the impact of student affairs work. A main theme of this episode...
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Navigating the Enrollment Cliff: Student Affairs & Enrollment Management Today
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On the latest episode of Student Affairs Voices from the Field, host explores the intersection of enrollment management and student affairs with special guest , Executive Director of Enrollment Management at the University of Michigan’s . If you’re curious about the challenges and changes facing higher education, this episode offers a timely and thought-provoking conversation. Facing the Enrollment Cliff The “enrollment cliff”—a predicted decline of about 15% in college-bound students—is front and center in this discussion. Dr. Tremblay walks listeners through the domino effect:...
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Global Perspectives: The Impact and Value of Student Affairs Around the World
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In the latest episode of Student Affairs Voices from the Field, host Dr. Jill Creighton brings together members of the third cohort of the Global Master's Students Program, a unique partnership between NASPA, the European University College Association (EucA), and Lumsa University in Rome. This special episode showcases graduate students from around the world—including the Philippines, Belgium, Italy, Namibia, China, the Netherlands, Germany, Trinidad & Tobago, and South Africa—sharing their varied experiences, perspectives, and hopes for the student affairs profession. Thank you to...
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The Next Act: Exploring New Pathways in Higher Education Careers
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If you’re looking for fresh perspectives on careers in student affairs—and a truly honest conversation about the journey ahead—don't miss the latest episode of Student Affairs Voices from the Field. In this episode, host sits down with , Vice President for Student Affairs at Florida State University and co-editor of the new NASPA book, . The central theme of the conversation is the evolving nature of careers in student affairs, especially as professionals face mid-career questions and disruptions in life. Dr. Amy Hecht shares her own journey, returning to her alma mater after years...
info_outlineSeason 13 of "Student Affairs Voices from the Field," hosted by Dr. Jill Creighton, shines a spotlight on the value of student affairs through engaging stories from both fresh perspectives and seasoned experts. In the recent Thanksgiving break episode, Dr. Jill Creighton and Dr. Christopher Lewis reflect on the whirlwind pace of the academic year and extend heartfelt wishes for rest and rejuvenation to their listeners. They express gratitude for the incredible guests featured so far and tease upcoming episodes with compelling new voices that will continue to explore the impact of student affairs work.
A main theme of this episode is the importance of reflection and self-care, especially as the term comes to a close and the holiday season approaches. Dr. Jill Creighton also highlights the complexity of Thanksgiving, encouraging listeners to learn more about indigenous communities through resources like Native-Land.ca. This thoughtful acknowledgment underscores the podcast’s commitment to inclusivity and deeper understanding within student affairs.
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TRANSCRIPT
Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:02]:
Welcome to Student Affairs Voices from the Field, the podcast where we share your student affairs stories from fresh perspectives to seasoned experts brought to you by naspa. We curate free and accessible professional development for higher ed pros wherever you happen to be. This is season 13 on the value of student affairs. I'm Dr. Jill Creighton. She her hers your essay Voices from the Field host.
Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:27]:
Happy Thanksgiving, Chris.
Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:00:28]:
Happy Thanksgiving, Jill.
Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:29]:
It's always catches up with me this time of year that we're already at this time of year.
Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:00:33]:
I know it really, it sneaks up on you and I am never prepared for it. And then you realize right after this, there's only a few weeks left before the end of a term and only a month left until the end of the year. It's crazy.
Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:47]:
Well, this year we've had such tremendous guests in the first three quarters of our season. When we come back from our break this week, we'll have a couple of episodes, including some folks that we're just really excited to bring you their stories. And then we'll be back in January. But traditionally we take this week off from releasing the podcast. We hope that all of you who are based in the US Are enjoying some rest this weekend and getting to spend some time with family. We also like to take a moment to acknowledge that Thanksgiving is a complicated holiday for a lot of people. And because of that complexity, we want to remind you that if you're interested in learning more about the indigenous communities that originally were caretakers of the land where you live and work, that there's a really great website resource for that, which is Native Dash land Ca and this is a website where you can input your address or your city where you work or live, and you can see what indigenous people used to have caretaking for the land that you're currently living on the map has expanded a lot over the years and it used to just look at the US And Canada. Now we're seeing that they've covered information for all of South America and Central America, Australia, New Zealand, parts of East Asia, parts of Russia, parts of Northern Europe.
Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:01]:
So it's become a really great and robust resource and we encourage you to check that out. Chris, is there anything else that we want to add as we head into the break?
Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:02:09]:
Just wishing everyone the best as we move into this holiday season. You know, take some time for yourself, rest, reflect and be able to prepare yourself for a brand new year because it's coming sooner than later.
Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:22]:
Take good care everyone. Safe travels.
Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:29]:
This has been an episode of Essay Voices from the Field brought to you by naspa. This show is made possible because of you, the listeners. We continue to be so grateful that you choose to spend your time with us. If you'd like to reach the show, you can email us at savoices@naspa.org or find me on LinkedIn by searching for Dr. Jill L. Creighton. We welcome your feedback and your topic and guest suggestions always. We'd love it if you take a moment to tell a colleague about the show and leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you're listening now.
Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:59]:
It really does help other student affairs professionals find the show and helps us to become more visible in the larger podcast casting community. This episode was produced and hosted by Dr. Jill Creighton. That's me, produced and audio engineered by Dr. Chris Lewis. Special thanks to the University of Michigan, Flint for your support as we create this project. Catch you next time.