“So, when I didn’t get it my next goal was to get it.” Adrianna stated with a gleam in her eyes, as if the thought of rejection was motivation to move forward. Apart from being involved in housing, a few clubs and programs she has done has been Key Club as well as being a discussion leader for Undecided and Undeclared. It was becoming a discussion leader that led her to want to focus her intention to becoming a Resident Advisor specifically for students under Undecided/Undeclared majors. “I identify as one as well, so when I was applying my second time I was a lot more intentional to when I was applying to that sort of audience.” Adrianna, is currently a triple major in Criminology, Law and Society, Political Science, and Education. Her second …show more content…
There a few international students that I still haven’t interreacted enough to remember,” Adrianna says, as she is walking towards the UCI baseball field that is a 10-minute walk from Ondas. She is wearing a navy-blue baseball shirt that says “Anteaters” in cursive. This is her first UCI baseball game, but she is her to support three of her residents. “I am going to snapchat the whole game so they can know that I went.” Throughout the game as there was multiple strokes and home runs, Adrianna would record these memorable moments, and when it was her resident’s turn to pitch or bat she would zoom with her phone and record …show more content…
They know when the RA puts in the effort in a program or not. “He was pretty cool and chill, but he didn’t do a lot of activities for us.” Maria, a former resident in Middle Earth, states as she reflects when she lived in the dorms her first year and thinks about her own Resident Advisor, Ed. “For example, during Mother’s day he gave us just pens and told us to make a bouquet out of it. I always had class and couldn’t make most of them anyway. I still liked him.” That is a predicament that many Resident Advisors face, making a program where their residents go, and estimating how many will go or
After a few weeks, I received a response from UTC stating that I was accepted and could start fall semester. I was so excited about finishing my education. My major was Healthcare Administration. Older women -- those in their mid-20s and older -- returning to college make up better than half of the evening enrollments in area colleges. Nontraditional students are usually in their mid-20s to mid-40s, enrolling part time vs. full time. They generally attend evening classes and have jobs and family obligations to balance with their studies (Richards, 1999).
As Paige and I walked across the field towards our team I felt euphoric. Four long years of work, sweat, and dedication had led up to this night. It was the perfect end to my senior year of softball. The scoreboard just beyond the mass of sweaty, screaming softball players read 15-0. This was the final score of the district championship game, a game my team had never won before. The applause and cheers of the fans echoed in my ears for hours afterward
In her first year as a Resident Assistant, Andrea Robinson received a Christmas card from a resident named Charlotte, thanking her for helping Charlotte adjust to her new life at college. Robinson recalled that Charlotte was overcome with homesickness, as many first time students can be, and to help boost her spirits, she went with Charlotte to an opening week picnic. That made a huge difference for Charlotte and her gratitude she conveyed in the card. But the message had an extra meaning to Robinson. “I was just doing my job,” Robinson said. But knowing the difference she had made to Charlotte, she asked, “Why wouldn’t anyone want to do this for the rest of their life?”
He tried so hard to apply for the pre-nursing program. When he had found out that he wasn’t accepted into the nursing program. His adviser at the time suggested trying the social work program. His advisor stated that he could ‘work in the medical field, but as a person who treat those who are abused, unfit parents, or addicts. The essential decision he came across was in his freshman year of undergraduate. His professor who taught introduction to social work told them, “If you 're in this class or major in social work because of the high pay you should change your major. This class and career are purely judged on how dedicated and compassionate you are to those who are in need.” Mr. Hemphill decided that he wants to reach out and understand the stability people have. Thus, he stayed in class, went to undergrad and graduate school to become a Medical Social
My experience working with fellow Somewhere students, organizational skills, and work ethic would benefit students visiting the ICY, and would allow me to grow professionally. My position as a Resident Advisor in Dasher Hall provides me with outstanding training. As we discussed in today’s interview, selection is a very personal issue for most students. As an RA, I am often praised for my ability to work with residents on issues that require sensitivity. I am fortunate to balance my strong people skills with strong organizational skills.
I currently serve in the position of Accounting & Administration Manager at the District of Columbia College Access Program’s (DC-CAP). DC-CAP opens doors for students to the make the dream of college a reality and also creates an environment to promote successful student retention after the admissions process is complete. I truly identify with the organization’s all-inclusive approach toward student enrollment and its focus on breaking down social and economic barriers that negatively impact & influence students, parents, and communities toward achieving higher education. I have seen firsthand how efficient and effective communication and interpersonal skills are assets for all levels of
The career path I’m most interested in is counseling psychology, specifically mental health counseling. My interest in counseling began my freshmen year of high school when I had to do a project on what I wanted my future career to be. At the time, I had no idea what I wanted to do and a family friend suggested I look into music therapy. That sparked my interest in going into the psychology field and once I thought about how much of an impact I could make in people’s lives by doing counseling, I’ve never wanted to do anything else.
While recruitment and admission of prospective students span a short time in comparison to the multi-year relationship of enrolled students, effective recruiting practices yield diverse, high ability students that add to the excellence and support the mission of selective colleges and universities. When coupled with effective enrollment management, the efforts of admissions officers are quite significant. Recruiting and admitting not just the most academically prepared students, but also stretching ourselves to consider others who show potential, allows for equitable admissions practices and ensures students are successful and that they have a positive experience ultimately leading to faithful alums and potential donors. How effectively an institution recruits for diversity, excellence, and excellence within diversity, is all tied to the success of the institution as a whole. (Kedra Ishop, personal communication, November
Count to ten- one, two, three, four. The cool room smells of chemicals from the sanitation products used on everything. Thirteen people all cooped up with masks, gloves, and scrubs. As they are preparing for their job mine has already been done. I back away and let the surgeon take over as I watch the patient's vital signs like a hawk. For a moment, there is complete silence as everyone prepares to begin the long, grueling surgery. I feel especially tense given I’m just a baby when you compare me to the veteran doctors that surround me. I have studied and worked hard my entire life to be able to do this. Tick.Tock. The hours go by. The tension in the air grows thicker with every passing second, as the surgery becomes more riskier. The career
My passion for student success and prosperity has guided my time at Washington State University. All of my current and past positions at this university have been student focused. From hall government to senate, from senate to orientation counselor, and orientation counselor to resident advisor. If appointed, I will put my passions to work for the students of this great university at a time when higher education is rapidly
With the transition from a secondary to a post-secondary BIG 10 institution, arises the biggest demand of adjustment academically and most important socially. Not to mention, the first couple of days, even weeks for residents can be intimidating; but it’s important to guarantee their safety from the outset. The incorporation of the specialized living community in the resident halls facilitates the residents to build a community with ease. Throughout the process, the Resident Advisor plays a variety of major roles. From constant communication to developing a personal relationship with residents to being the front line of housing, the Resident Advisor answers questions any residents should pose and ensures the safety and co-existence of residents.
For incoming, undecided freshmen, the academic advisor serves as a vital connection to the higher education institution. According to Ellis’ (2014) research, the quality of an advisor can be determined by the rate at which these students complete their degree plans. The research is based on four categories of undecided students: tentatively undecided, developmentally undecided, seriously undecided, and chronically indecisive. Tentatively undecided students have plenty of confidence in their abilities, but are unsure how to fully achieve their goals. Developmentally undecided students need to gather more information in order to make an educated decision. Seriously undecided students lack confidence, and often do not think they can amount to anything more than what they have already achieved. This mid set hinders their abilities to venture out and chase their wildest dreams. Chronically indecisive students experience anxiety when attempting to make decisions, and often go with whatever others suggest or society approves of. This study followed 30 incoming, undecided freshmen through their first year of college.
The potential for academic self-concept as an important factor of increasing the academic performance of first-generation students is discussed. Through advising and orientation program, it provides First Generation Students critical insights into how to best navigate the collegiate experience by sharing knowledge transparently to reduce confusion. Participating first-year students learn how to: identify resources (for academic, physical, mental, and emotional well-being), understand university jargon that relates to academics and student life, practice how to use its registration system, and recognize the value of support structures. It also clearly states its expectations for matriculated students. While choosing a major is difficult for many students, it may pose a greater challenge to first-generation students because their parents may be less able to offer them guidance.
One of the responsibilities of academic advisors looking to work for The University of Arizona is to “assist students with admission and registration, provide guidance in course selection in keeping with each student’s interests, values and abilities.”
I am applying as a transfer applicant in pursuit of new opportunities such as connecting with the surrounding community and students, engaging with the academic material, and working to better the community with my fellow students. Upon transferring, I will immediately seek to meet new people in order to learn more about different backgrounds and reach out my fellow students to better the surrounding community. I believe that when groups of people are centered on a common goal, such as community service, they grow closer together by developing greater understandings of each other. As for academics, I may have declared a major and set a career path, but I embrace change and hope to discover new passions to pursue.