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Professional Identity, Career Commitment, And Career Entrenchment Of Midlevel Student Affairs Professionals, Maureen E. Wilson, Debora L. Liddell, Amy S. Hirschy, Kira Pasquesi
Professional Identity, Career Commitment, And Career Entrenchment Of Midlevel Student Affairs Professionals, Maureen E. Wilson, Debora L. Liddell, Amy S. Hirschy, Kira Pasquesi
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
The purposes of this study were to identify factors of midlevel student affairs administrators’ professional identity and to examine the association of those factors to career commitment, career entrenchment, and demographic characteristics. Principal axis factor analysis derived 3 dimensions of professional identity: career contentment, community connection, and values congruence with the profession. Regression analyses conducted on 377 survey responses revealed that 3 of 4 demographic characteristics, all 3 career commitment subscales, and all 3 career entrenchment subscales were significantly associated with at least 1 of the professional identity subscales. Implications for research and practice are discussed.
Race And Historiography: Advancing A Critical-Realist Approach, Dafina-Lazarus Stewart
Race And Historiography: Advancing A Critical-Realist Approach, Dafina-Lazarus Stewart
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
This scholarly essay interrogates the seemingly necessary engagement of normative and essentialist characterizations of identity in the historical study of race in U.S. higher education. The author’s study of the experiences of Black collegians in private, liberal arts colleges in the Midwestern Great Lakes region between 1945 and 1965 grounds this discussion. Although engaging racial essentialism is necessary, the author presents alternative treatments of historicizing race to illustrate the benefits of a critical-realist approach to producing a synthetic cultural educational history.
Identifying Inviolable Behavioral Norms Of Campus Housing And Residence Life Professionals, Amy S. Hirschy, Maureen E. Wilson, John M. Braxton
Identifying Inviolable Behavioral Norms Of Campus Housing And Residence Life Professionals, Amy S. Hirschy, Maureen E. Wilson, John M. Braxton
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
Housing and residence life (HRL) administrators who lack knowledge about accepted professional behaviors risk violating normative boundaries, likely jeopardizing themselves or their clients (e.g., students, parents, colleagues). The purpose of this survey study was to understand if a normative structure exists for the administrative role performance of HRL professionals. Findings revealed six inviolable norms, some of which differ by personal and professional characteristics of HRL professionals. The authors offer recommendations to guide practice and research.
Socialization To Student Affairs: Early Career Experiences Associated With Professional Identity Development, Amy S. Hirschy, Maureen E. Wilson, Debora L. Liddell, Kathleen M. Boyle, Kira Pasquesi
Socialization To Student Affairs: Early Career Experiences Associated With Professional Identity Development, Amy S. Hirschy, Maureen E. Wilson, Debora L. Liddell, Kathleen M. Boyle, Kira Pasquesi
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
In this study, the authors propose and test a model of professional identity development among early career student affairs professionals. Using survey data from 173 new professionals (0-5 years of experience), factor analysis revealed three dimensions of professional identity: commitment, values congruence, and intellectual investment. Multivariate analyses found significant associations of age, master’s program characteristics, and influential people and experiences (e.g., interactions with professional colleagues and associations) with the dimensions of professional identity. Findings indicated key socialization experiences during and after graduate school were associated with the development of professional identity. We conclude with recommendations for practice and research.
Know Your Role: Black College Students, Racial Identity, And Performance, Dafina-Lazarus Stewart
Know Your Role: Black College Students, Racial Identity, And Performance, Dafina-Lazarus Stewart
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
This article is a report of a critical constructivist study of racial identity and performance among 13 Black, traditional-age students enrolled at three different colleges, two historically Black and one predominantly White. The study’s approach understood identity to be socially constructed and reliant upon community affirmation and validation. The findings highlight (1) the role of internal community pressure, (2) the ways in which racial performance dominated the students’ discussions of their racial identities, and (3) the intersection of internalized racism and sexism. The overarching conclusion points to the need for promoting acceptance of racial heterogeneity within communities of Black young …
Development Of Professional Identity Through Socialization In Graduate School, Debora L. Liddell, Maureen E. Wilson, Kira Pasquesi, Amy S. Hirschy, Kathleen M. Boyle
Development Of Professional Identity Through Socialization In Graduate School, Debora L. Liddell, Maureen E. Wilson, Kira Pasquesi, Amy S. Hirschy, Kathleen M. Boyle
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
Professional identity is one outcome of successful socialization. The purpose of this study was to understand how socialization in graduate programs contributes to the development of professional identity for new professionals in student affairs. Via survey, we found significant relationships between program qualities, standards, activities, and experiences and measures of professional identity. Out-of-class experiences were perceived to have a strong influence than in-class experiences. Implications for graduate preparation programs and supervisors are discussed.
Review: Student Services: A Handbook For The Profession, Maureen E. Wilson
Review: Student Services: A Handbook For The Profession, Maureen E. Wilson
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
Role Of Student Affairs In Promoting Religious And Secular Pluralism And Interfaith Cooperation, Dafina-Lazarus Stewart, Michael M. Kocet
Role Of Student Affairs In Promoting Religious And Secular Pluralism And Interfaith Cooperation, Dafina-Lazarus Stewart, Michael M. Kocet
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
This essay explores the contributions of student affairs professionals to religious and secular pluralism and interfaith cooperation in higher education. The authors propose a preliminary model of competencies necessary for student affairs professionals to engage in conversations effectively with students about issues of religion, spirituality, secularism, and belief as well as to promote campus-wide transformation for religious and secular pluralism and interfaith cooperation.
Lesbian, Gay, And Bisexual Students Coming Out At The Intersection Of Spirituality And Sexual Identity, Dafina-Lazarus Stewart, Shaunna Payne Gold
Lesbian, Gay, And Bisexual Students Coming Out At The Intersection Of Spirituality And Sexual Identity, Dafina-Lazarus Stewart, Shaunna Payne Gold
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
In this study, the researchers examined how lesbian, gay, and bisexual undergraduate students negotiated and defined their spiritual identities during the coming-out process. Although there were varied responses, the findings suggest that students describe spirituality as acceptance, personal relationships with a powerful essence, and connections to nature. When navigating multiple identities, students experienced various levels of intersectionality including irreconciliation, progressive development, arrested development, completed development, and reconciliation.
Researcher As Instrument: Understanding "Shifting" Findings In Constructivist Research, Dafina-Lazarus Stewart
Researcher As Instrument: Understanding "Shifting" Findings In Constructivist Research, Dafina-Lazarus Stewart
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
Two studies investigating the meaning and articulation of multiple identities among Black college students revealed shifts in the findings from the 2001 study to the 2005 study. This theoretical review explores the role of the researcher as instrument within the constructivist research paradigm as a possible explanation for some of these apparent differences. Implications and suggestions for researchers and graduate preparation are offered.
Review: The Handbook Of Student Affairs Administration, 3rd Edition, Maureen E. Wilson
Review: The Handbook Of Student Affairs Administration, 3rd Edition, Maureen E. Wilson
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
Cultures Of Success: Recruiting And Retaining New Live-In Residence Life Professionals, Holly A. Belch, Maureen E. Wilson, Norbert Dunkel
Cultures Of Success: Recruiting And Retaining New Live-In Residence Life Professionals, Holly A. Belch, Maureen E. Wilson, Norbert Dunkel
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
A qualitative inquiry designed to understand entry-level, live-in, professional staff recruitment and retention practices perceived as successful revealed a link to elements of organizational culture. Several important areas of understanding emerged: the actual recruitment and retention practices, the impact of leadership, and the role of organizational culture in the success of the department. This article addresses the impact of culture on the organization and its contribution to success in hiring and retaining entry-level staff. The discussion of findings and practical implications broadens our understanding of culture and better informs practice.
Recruitment And Retention Of Entry-Level Staff In Housing And Residence Life: A Report On Activities Supported By The Acuho-I Commissioned Research Program, Maureen E. Wilson
Recruitment And Retention Of Entry-Level Staff In Housing And Residence Life: A Report On Activities Supported By The Acuho-I Commissioned Research Program, Maureen E. Wilson
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
For the past several years, many housing and residence life operations have had fewer candidates apply for the entry-level resident director position. Yet, although these institutions have experienced a shortfall in candidates, a number of housing operations continue to receive a large number of interested applicants through their recruitment efforts and they are able to retain these staff for several years. In 2004, a team of researchers was awarded an ACUHO-I Commissioned Research grant to study several issues central to recruitment and retention of entry-level staff. The researchers completed six studies that are described in this report.
Review: Restorative Justice On The College Campus: Promoting Student Growth And Responsibility, And Reawakening The Spirit Of Campus Community, Maureen E. Wilson
Review: Restorative Justice On The College Campus: Promoting Student Growth And Responsibility, And Reawakening The Spirit Of Campus Community, Maureen E. Wilson
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
Review: Learning Partnerships: Theory And Models Of Practice To Educate For Self-Authorship, Maureen E. Wilson
Review: Learning Partnerships: Theory And Models Of Practice To Educate For Self-Authorship, Maureen E. Wilson
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
Parental Notification Policies, Practices, And Impacts In 2000 And 2002, Carolyn J. Palmer, John Wesley Lowery, Maureen E. Wilson, Donald D. Gehring
Parental Notification Policies, Practices, And Impacts In 2000 And 2002, Carolyn J. Palmer, John Wesley Lowery, Maureen E. Wilson, Donald D. Gehring
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
Since the enactment of the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989, there have been several additional attempts by Congress to address the problem of alcohol abuse on college campuses. In 1 990, Congress passed the Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act containing a provision requiring institutions to notify students of the number of arrests for liquor law violations. In the 1998 Higher Education Amendments (HEA), Congress proposed a set of initiatives institutions should take "to change the culture of alcohol consumption on college campuses." Entitled The Collegiate Initiative to Reduce Binge Drinking and Illegal Consumption, this particular …
Of Visions, Values, And Voices: Consolidating Acpa And Naspa, Michael D. Coomes, Maureen E. Wilson, Janice J. Gerda
Of Visions, Values, And Voices: Consolidating Acpa And Naspa, Michael D. Coomes, Maureen E. Wilson, Janice J. Gerda
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
In this paper, we discuss the history of the two organizations and the history of other attempts at organizational consolidation; explore the similarities and differences in the organizations’ missions and values, structures, and activities; and consider each organization’s unique characteristics. We conclude with a set of recommendations concerning organizational consolidation and will raise a number of pertinent questions we feel the profession must address as it considers consolidating ACPA and NASPA.
Walking The Thin Line: The Challenges Of Policy Enforcement For Resident Assistants, Maureen E. Wilson, Amy S. Hirschy
Walking The Thin Line: The Challenges Of Policy Enforcement For Resident Assistants, Maureen E. Wilson, Amy S. Hirschy
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
Throughout the United States, resident assistants (RAs) manage residence hall environments, develop communities, and contribute to the educational mission of student affairs. RA positions provide leadership experiences, opportunities for personal and professional development, and the potential to influence and assist students with whom they live and work. Some, however, ask whether the RA job is too demanding for students (Dodge, 1990) and if too much is expected of RAs (Bierman & Carpenter, 1994). Housing professionals have been encouraged to reexamine student staffing patterns in light of resident learning needs, and, if the RA job is still crucial, to make it …
The Relationship Between Community And Academic Achievement In Residence Halls, Phyllis Mccluskey-Titus, Rebecca S. Oliver, Maureen E. Wilson, Linda M. Hall, Tony W. Cawthon, Paige D. Crandall
The Relationship Between Community And Academic Achievement In Residence Halls, Phyllis Mccluskey-Titus, Rebecca S. Oliver, Maureen E. Wilson, Linda M. Hall, Tony W. Cawthon, Paige D. Crandall
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
The Objectives Of Student Discipline And The Process That’S Due: Are They Compatible?, Donald D. Gehring
The Objectives Of Student Discipline And The Process That’S Due: Are They Compatible?, Donald D. Gehring
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
The disciplinary process on campuses has been too procedural and mirrors an adversarial proceeding that precludes student development. Suggestions for a paired down process allowing for student learning are provided.
Review: Using Technology To Promote Student Learning: Opportunities For Today And Tomorrow, Michael D. Coomes
Review: Using Technology To Promote Student Learning: Opportunities For Today And Tomorrow, Michael D. Coomes
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
Catherine McHugh Engstrom and Kevin Kruger’s book reveals how the widespread use of technology is reshaping the higher education and student affairs landscape. Just the arcana of the Internet leads one to conclude that, like Dorothy and Toto, “We’re not in Kansas anymore.” Concepts like structured query languages, intellectual property infringement, cybernars, technology clusters, computer use policies, MUDs (multi-user domains), MOOs (multi-user domains, objectoriented) and Mushes (multi-user shared hallucinations) require that student affairs educators reconsider their roles and purposes on the college campus.
Connection And Transition: Influences Of Career Mobility On The Close Friendships Of Women Student Affairs Professionals, Maureen E. Wilson
Connection And Transition: Influences Of Career Mobility On The Close Friendships Of Women Student Affairs Professionals, Maureen E. Wilson
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
This study examined the close friendships of women student affairs professionals and explored the influences of career mobility on those relationships. Data were collected in individual interviews. Participants included 14 women ages 27 to 45 (8 single, 6 partnered; 4 Black or African American, 10 White or Caucasian; 4 lesbian, 10 heterosexual) All had a master’s degree (from 6 institutions in 4 states) in student affairs, 4 had a doctorate (from 2 universities in 2 states). The women were living in five states and working at 10 colleges and universities in the West, South, and Midwest. Two were working at …
Educating Staff On Ethics And Professionalism, Maureen E. Wilson, Daniel L. Dücker
Educating Staff On Ethics And Professionalism, Maureen E. Wilson, Daniel L. Dücker
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
Students who are reinstated to an institution after being dismissed for poor academic performance need a program to assist them in overcoming the problems that contributed to their poor performance. One college at a mid-sized public university provides a holistic reinstatement program (Excel) that addresses the many needs of these students. The purpose of this article is to describe the Excel program, which is designed to contribute to the success of reinstated students and consequently improve the university’s retention rate.
Student Personnel Preparation Programs: The Capstone Seminar, Maureen E. Wilson
Student Personnel Preparation Programs: The Capstone Seminar, Maureen E. Wilson
Higher Education and Student Affairs Faculty Publications
In many 2-year graduate programs in college student personnel, students tend to devote their 1st year to required courses while the 2nd year is spent in electives, cognates, and practica. For 2nd-year students, this pattern often results in a severe reduction of valuable contact with peers) faculty) and professional staff. To combat equally high percentage supported the program’s continuation. The one service area rated less favorably than we had hoped was the series of mini-study-skills seminars, with only 50% of the students viewing this as helpful to their academic progress. This could possibly be the result of the seminars’ concentration …