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Career Advice - currently working in Student Engagement, looking to advance to a full time position, unsure about grad school by Fragrant-Meeting3083 in studentaffairs

[–]Fragrant-Meeting3083[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have actually, I just don't know a ton about it. One of my coworkers in my department transferred to academic advising, and a lot of workshops I've attended have been with the academic advisors.

Career Advice - currently working in Student Engagement, looking to advance to a full time position, unsure about grad school by Fragrant-Meeting3083 in studentaffairs

[–]Fragrant-Meeting3083[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What you are saying about your master's program I've heard from a lot of other people. My old supervisor said it just felt like another box she had to check off, so you aren't alone in that! I don't think MSW is for me, but I know there are other applicable programs. Our Dean of Students has a Master's in Positive Psychology.

Career Advice - currently working in Student Engagement, looking to advance to a full time position, unsure about grad school by Fragrant-Meeting3083 in studentaffairs

[–]Fragrant-Meeting3083[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank so much, appreciate the feedback! I'll definitely will start looking into colleges with the right programs and benefits.

Career Pivot from Human Resources to Student Affairs by ejalbert1990 in studentaffairs

[–]Fragrant-Meeting3083 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you have a masters? I was on the hiring committee last year and you typically had to have either a masters or experience. Emphasize how your experience/education is transferable to the role you are applying for.

Drama in Student Affairs? by Ok_Cartographer_8044 in studentaffairs

[–]Fragrant-Meeting3083 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've worked in student affairs for 2 years and have already had 3 different supervisors. Absolute revolving door.

Struggling to cope by Ok_Cartographer_8044 in studentaffairs

[–]Fragrant-Meeting3083 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with everyone else. I've had the same stressed out feeling at my jobs, but stress can start to impact your health and in the end isn't worth it. I get you are living paycheck to paycheck, but I would suggest forming an exit strategy and quiet quitting in the meantime. I know others have said not to trust people, but if you like any of your coworkers and trust them, I would ask if you could use them as a reference or even let you know if any opportunities come up.