Student Affairs Research Articles

A roadmap for the future: Teaching humanities in unexpected places

Troubling signs about the state of humanities in higher education are not new, but the steady decline in humanities majors is cause for concern. The humanities, however, play a critical role in society and public life, promoting citizenship and public engagement along with valuable skills. There are untapped opportunities for expanding history, and more broadly humanities, appreciation through cross-disciplinary collaborations and stronger connections with pre-professional programs. History of higher education courses in higher education and student affairs (HESA) programs have the potential to introduce the value of the humanities to a new audience. This article presents the results of the study examining efforts to teach historical thinking skills and appreciation for humanities to future higher education professionals.

Awakening Consciousness: HESA Graduate Students’ Perspectives on Consciousness-Raising Pedagogical Practices

ABSTRACT Despite incorporating diversity coursework into most higher education and student affairs (HESA) graduate programs, HESA graduate students report feeling underprepared to enact social justice work. Current pedagogical approaches introduce students to foundational concepts but fail to develop reflective, justice conscious administrators. This qualitative case study explores what pedagogical practices promote HESA graduate students’ critical consciousness development during a diversity course.

A Guide for Aspiring Neurology Educators.

Deans of medical schools have diverse roles and responsibilities. In this article, we use the career development trajectories of neurologists who have become education deans in student affairs and curriculum to offer advice to aspiring clinician educators of all levels and backgrounds. Although their roles differ, the advice they share is universal and essential for the career development of future clinician educators. ANN NEUROL 2024;96:823-825.

Implementasi Program Bimbingan Karir dalam Kurikulum Merdeka Belajar di SMKN 3 Madiun

Aditya Yudha Wicaksono: "Implementation of the Career Guidance Program in the Independent Learning Curriculum at SMKN 3 Madiun". Thesis. Jakarta: Guidance and Counseling Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of PGRI Madiun, 2024. This study aims to find out the first, to find out the level of student career planning when the career guidance program is in the independent learning curriculum, the second is whether there is a difference after being given a career guidance program in the independent learning curriculum. This research is a descriptive qualitative research. The subjects of this study included school principals, deputy principals for curriculum, vice principals for student affairs, counseling teachers and students at SMKN 3 Madiun. Data collection methods used are observation, interviews, and documentation. From the results of this study it can be seen First; The implementation of the counseling program at SMKN 3 Madiun is quite good. Judging from the implementation of information services where the teacher always provides information about the world of work and the industrial world, the counseling teacher always provides counseling services to their students through class hours determined by the classical service method, the counseling teacher is also ready to provide individual counseling services when there are students who experience problems. . Second; The implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum at SMKN 3 Madiun was carried out well. Judging from the curriculum program that has been implemented and compiled by several teachers, it is sufficient to facilitate the implementation of learning for teachers and streamline learning or material provided to students. Supporting factors for the implementation of student career planning are categorized as quite good, schools always support the implementation of student career planning by carrying out several activities such as EduFair or JobFair to determine student career plans whether they want to continue on to higher education or the world of work.

Are You a Supercommunicator?

I think all college and university administrators, including presidents, deans, faculty, admission and financial aid officers, student affairs deans, registrars, and alumni officers, could benefit from the advice of Charles Duhigg, presented in his book Supercommunicators.

Are you a supercommunicator?

I think all college and university administrators, including presidents, deans, faculty, admission and financial aid officers, student affairs deans, registrars, and alumni officers, could benefit from the advice of Charles Duhigg, presented in his book Supercommunicators.

Creating a culture of assessment in student affairs to inform practices, priorities, and fiscal decisions utilizing the CAS standards framework at small institutions

AbstractDoing more with less is a continual dynamic faced by leaders in higher education, particularly within small institutions where resources can be scarce, and professionals often are wearing multiple hats. The ability to prioritize programs and services in student affairs rises to the forefront of our work every day. As a result, leaders often need to make strategic decisions regarding what to continue, what to sunset, and how to invest in new innovations to promote student success. This article will focus on strategies for student affairs professionals at small institutions to make and implement decisions regarding our work by building a culture of assessment within student affairs through the utilization of the Council for Advancement of Standards (CAS) standards to inform the strategic prioritization of limited resources.

The culture of small institutions: Unique spaces for meaningful and sustainable collaboration between academic affairs and student affairs

AbstractCollaboration between academic and student affairs fosters meaningful student engagement, supports academic achievement, and facilitates a robust campus community. Although these partnerships can be challenging to develop, small institutions occupy a unique position in higher education, as these collaborations are highly valued as fundamental to the campus culture and an essential factor in the practical life of the institution. By focusing specifically on the role of the faculty in collaboration with student affairs professionals at small institutions, this article demonstrates the unique and tremendous power of small institutions in fostering meaningful, robust, and sustainable partnerships between academic and student affairs. Because of their histories, traditions, and structure, small institutions possess a strong and distinct foundation for collaborative work with corresponding benefits and challenges. Finally, this article provides practical recommendations for student affairs professionals at small institutions about ways to draw upon their distinct culture and to understand why these partnerships are important for our students and their development, for faculty and student affairs professionals, for our institutions that are faced with mounting economic, social, and political pressures, and for the public good more broadly.

The Phenomenon of School Dropouts in the Pujut, Mandalika SEZ: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis from the Perspective of Education Actors and Society

The development of the Mandalika Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Pujut district, while driving economic growth, has raised concerns about declining school interest and high dropout rates among local students. This qualitative study, employing interpretive phenomenological methods, explores the experiences and perceptions of education actors, including the vice principal for student affairs, counseling guidance teachers, Mongge madrasah teachers, and the Head of Sukadana Village, to understand the underlying factors. Findings reveal economic constraints as a primary cause of dropout, with many students from low-income families unable to afford education. Early marriage, particularly among female students, is another significant factor influenced by economic, social, and cultural pressures. Additionally, broken homes, unsupportive social environments, the negative influence of social media, and a lack of motivation contribute to the problem. Schools have responded with counseling, parental engagement, and restrictions on mobile phone use. However, deeper issues like early marriage and broken homes necessitate broader interventions involving government policies and socio-cultural change. This research illuminates the complexity of school dropout in the Mandalika SEZ and highlights the need for a comprehensive approach engaging all stakeholders to ensure educational access and success for all students.

Exploring the Work of College Counselors Based on Crisis Management Theory

As the front-line organizers and implementers of student affairs, college counselors bear significant responsibilities in the prevention and disposal of student crises. Based on the theory of crisis management, this paper deeply analyzes the student work of college counselors. It first sorts out the types of common student crises in colleges and universities, including psychological and academic ones, and points out their characteristics. Then, it points out many existing problems in the current crisis management work of college counselors. Subsequently, it proposes corresponding strategies and suggestions from the dimensions of crisis prevention, response, and recovery, aiming to improve the crisis management level of college counselors and provide a solid guarantee for the healthy development of students and the safety and stability of the campus.

The Student Affairs Management by Educational Institution Administrators under the Jurisdiction of the Bueng Kan Primary Educational Service Area Office

Background and Aims: The objectives of this research are as follows: 1) to study and compare student affairs administration of educational institution administrators under the Bueng Kan Primary Educational Service Area Office. Classified by position Education level and the size of the educational institution. 2) To compare student affairs administration among educational institution administrators under the Bueng Kan Primary Educational Service Area Office. Classified by position education level and the size of the educational institution. And 3) to study guidelines for developing student affairs administration among educational institution administrators under the Bueng Kan Primary Educational Service Area Office. Methodology: The sample in this research consisted of 331 school administrators and teachers. The sample size was determined according to Krejci and Morgan's table. Using the stratified random sampling method. The research tools consisted of a questionnaire with 5 rating scales and an interview form. Which has a consistency index between 0.80 - 1.00 and a confidence value for the entire questionnaire equal to 0.89. For data analysis, statistics such as frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation were used, as t-tests and F-tests. Results: The results of the research found that: (1) the level of student affairs administration of educational institution administrators under the Bueng Kan Primary Educational Service Area Office. Overall and in each aspect are at a high level. (2) Comparison of opinions regarding student affairs administration among school administrators under the Bueng Kan Primary Educational Service Area Office. Classified by position Education level and the size of the educational institution It was found that overall and in each aspect there were no differences. (3) Guidelines for promoting the development of student affairs administration for educational institution administrators under the Bueng Kan Primary Educational Service Area Office, consisting of 6 areas: 1) promoting guidance activities in educational institutions, 2) promotion of health, sports and recreation, 3) promotion of boy scouts, girl guides, and red cross youth activities, 4) promotion of democratic activities and student discipline, 5) promoting and developing student councils to strengthen student and youth organizations in educational institutions; and 6) promoting the protection of children's and youth's rights. Conclusion: According to the findings, Bueng Kan school administrators perform well in all aspects of student affairs administration, with no significant differences based on position, education level, or institution size. It also outlines six key strategies for improving student affairs: promoting guidance, health, and recreational activities, developing leadership skills through scouting and democratic initiatives, strengthening student councils, and protecting children's rights.

From Kent State to Black Lives Matter: Student Affairs’ Relationship With Campus Activism

Kent State University (KSU) has been associated with campus activism history since May 4, 1970. Using a case study approach, we interrogated if and how KSU student affairs administrators’ approach to activism has changed in the intervening decades and how the legacy of the shootings informed their practice during the Black Lives Matters protests of 2020. We found administrators’ bedrock values and approach were consistent across the two periods. However, their tactics for working with activists shifted in line with the growth and evolution of the field of student affairs, available technologies, and the social and news media climate.

Relationships between women in leadership at predoctoral and senior administration levels in United States dental schools.

To determine the relationship between woman leadership at senior administrative and predoctoral levels in United States (US) dental schools and assess if this relationship is affected by school characteristics. A 23-question survey was created and distributed to each US accredited dental school (2023). Data regarding the gender of the school's dean, senior administrators, and student leaders, as well as school characteristics were gathered. Data were organized in Excel. Descriptive statistics were performed using mean and standard deviation for continuous measures and using count and percent for categorial measures. Statistical comparisons were performed using analysis of variance (ANOVA), Fisher's Exact, or Chi-squared tests for comparison of proportions. 32 dental schools provided analyzable data for this project (44.4% response rate). The most common senior administrative position held by a woman was the dean of student affairs (71.9%). For every surveyed school with a woman dean (n=11, 34.4%), at least one other senior administrative position was held by a woman. There was no statistical significance between the year of school establishment, geographic region, gender of the dean, or prevalence of women administrators and students in leadership roles. The number of women students in leadership roles was close to the national enrollment trends for gender. Included US dental school data showed no relationship between women in leadership at the senior administrative and predoctoral levels. To keep leadership-minded students interested in dental academics throughout their careers, further studies are needed to identify the most important factors influencing careers in academic dentistry.

The Uncertainties of Student Affairs Professionals in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to a global revolution across industries and service sectors. AI raises concerns such as job displacement and academic dishonesty. Their duties, involving using different technologies, have led them to incorporate AI technology into their work. This paper delves into the future of the student affairs profession, with a specific focus on the impact of artificial intelligence. The paper analyzes existing literature to identify emerging trends of uncertainties and points out potential opportunities associated with integrating AI into the role of student affairs professionals. This paper explores the nuances of integrating AI into student affairs, including both the opportunities and potential threats. In this paper, it was argued that professionals should identify the aspects of their job that necessitate a personal touch and concentrate their efforts on enhancing human experiences

Bracing for the Storm: A Case Study on Hurricane Preparedness in Higher Education Institutions

This case is for use in graduate courses in higher education and student affairs administration. It presents a multitude of challenges faced by higher education professionals in the event of a natural disaster. While intensive planning prior to the disaster can help mitigate some of the aftereffects, there will still be a number of decisions that must be made to ensure the safety and security of students, faculty, and staff. This case highlights the complex issues that administrators must often face as well as provides an opportunity to evaluate the complex issues from a variety of perspectives.

Black women teachers’ shapeshifting boundaryless careers

In this analytic narrative, we story the career of a Black millennial woman, Andrea Gamble, who, over 20 years, four states, and two coasts, cultivated a professional repertoire as a middle school teacher and K-8 assistant principal while maintaining a parallel career in postsecondary student affairs. Her shapeshifting portfolio included a B.S. in Middle Grades Education, an M.Ed. in Educational Administration, and a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction in progress. All the while, she carefully nurtured a 20-year marriage with her college sweetheart. Theorizing Gamble’s itinerant career choices through a boundaryless-career framework, our findings suggest that longstanding metaphors for “servant leadership” fall short of capturing how Black millenial women organize, strategize, enact, and re-imagine different ways of being and existing in the contemporary K-12 marketplace.

Revealing the Independent Campus Learning Program (MB-KM) in Sustainable on Increasing The Competency of Geography Education Students

Abstract Quality education is one of the SDG targets, especially the development of student affairs programs in universities. Through the independent campus independent learning curriculum or called ”Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka” (MB-KM), study programs have more freedom to design and carry out implementation both on campus and outside campus. This research aims to analyze the implementation of the MB-KM program in geography education study programs in Indonesia. The approach used is quantitative with a survey design. Respondents were selected using purposive sampling techniques and collected data through questionnaires from the heads of geography education study programs who are members of the professional association of geography educators (P3GI). The research results show that the MB-KM program is running effectively in 17 Geography Education Study Programs throughout Indonesia. The effectiveness can be seen from various advantages and is effective in soft and hard skill activities carried out to improve the competency of geography education students during the implementation of MB-KM. Students have the freedom to choose activities that are in accordance with the linearity and ability to support the achievements of graduates of the study program.

A measure for perceived social support for university students: Implication for campus leaders

Social support plays a crucial role in an individual's life. Individuals who experience strong, positive social relationships and feel supported by others tend to report lower levels of anxiety, depression, and psychological stress. Social support may come from family members, friends, and significant others in life. Looking at the importance of social support in university students’ lives, there have been a few scales to measure social support, and one of them is the Multidimensional Perceived Social Support Scale, which was developed in a Western country. This study examined the validity of the Malay version of the Multidimensional Perceived Social Support Scale in a sample of 443 Malaysian university students. Results support the high reliability and validity of this scale. Confirmatory factor analysis reported the expected three-factor structure and a high correlation between factors and scales. In addition, internal consistency was good, and correlation analysis with the Satisfaction with Life Scale proved the theoretical relations among the constructs. The findings suggest that MPSS-M is a reliable and valid tool to measure social support among students in higher education institutions. Campus leaders and student affairs professionals may use the scale to identify the source of support among students. Implication for university management is also discussed.

Implementation of Quality Management in Improving Academic Services

This research aims to reveal and analyze (1) To analyze quality planning in improving academic services at Tanjung Pura STAI-JM Tanjung Pura, (2) To analyze quality control in improving student academic services at STAIJM Tanjung Pura, (3) To analyze quality improvement in improving student academic services at STAIJM Tanjung Pura. The type of research used is qualitative research. Data collection techniques include: observation, interviews and documentation. The data obtained from the research results were processed using descriptive qualitative data analysis. The results of this research: (1) planning the quality of academic services in the research results that in their planning, universities prepare for achieving academic services through RENSTRA. In which there is an academic service achievement with an achievement, namely E. Academic and student affairs, which includes services such as E. Journals, E. Letters, academic calendars, student guidelines and student activities. (2) quality control in improving academic services, of course Higher education prepares a strategy that has been planned so that with this strategy it is easy to achieve it. The strategy being prepared is to provide a service to students, both academic and non-academic services. (3) Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura High School in improving the college's academic services, one of which is by improving the provision of the best services aimed at improving the quality of the college. The third finding in this research in improving the quality of STAI-JM Tanjung Pura's academic services is by increasing good cooperation with related agencies such as government, agencies, the Ministry of Religion, not only in the world of government but in the community environment, MOA Educational Institutions both domestically and Overseas . This aims to provide a way for students to develop in their knowledge. Whether it is providing a forum for student training or KKN.

“I feel like I’m seen as the homemaker for the program”: Exploring higher education and student affairs program coordinator roles.

“I feel like I’m seen as the homemaker for the program”: Exploring higher education and student affairs program coordinator roles.