Episodes (List) - Student Affairs NOW

Current Campus Context, Heather Shea, Law, Policy, and Governance, Podcast

Current Campus Context: Who Belongs, Who Pays, & Who Determines Quality?

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In this episode of Current Campus Context, Heather Shea and a panel of experts discuss three significant policy changes affecting higher education this fall: new limits on international students, adjustments to graduate borrowing, and proposed accreditation reforms. They analyze these shifts’ implications for access, belonging, and student success within colleges and universities.

Here's The Story, New Episode, Podcast

Here’s the Story: “More Than a Question”

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When a young white girl pointed at him and asked her father, “What is that?” and he responded, “I don’t know,” the storyteller came to understand how racism shapes the ways people are taught to see others. Rather than allowing that moment to define him, it became the foundation for a career dedicated to social justice, education, and helping others recognize the humanity, dignity, and worth in every person.

Heather Shea, Leadership, New Episode, Personal and Ethical Foundations, Podcast

Mid-Level as a Final Destination

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In this podcast episode, Heather Shea and her guests challenge the traditional view that success in student affairs is strictly tied to promotions. They discuss mid-level careers as intentional and fulfilling choices, emphasizing the importance of individual narratives over societal pressures. Participants share insights on navigating hustle culture, work-life balance, and fostering supportive environments in higher education.

Keith Edwards, New Episode, Organizational and Human Resources, Podcast

The Trust Agenda: A Framework for Advancing Public Trust in Higher Education

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Like many social institutions, higher education has seen public trust erode. AAC&U recently released The Trust Agenda, a report on how higher education can advance trust through 5 pillars of practical shifts. In this conversation, two authors of the report join a senior student affairs officer to reflect on the erosion of trust in higher education, how it has fallen, and where we go from here.

Glenn DeGuzman, New Episode, Podcast, Student Learning and Development

The Rise of Generation Alpha: From Middle School to Campus

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This discussion centers on the emerging Generation Alpha, highlighting their unique characteristics shaped by technology and their Millennial parents. Key insights include the importance of hands-on, career-focused learning as college expectations shift, emphasizing critical thinking and real-world application. Educators are urged to adapt to meet the needs of these students who value resilience and resourcefulness.

Here's The Story, New Episode, Podcast

Here’s the Story: “Teaching Everyone But Yourself”

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A classroom emergency unfolded when an instructor lost consciousness, prompting students to exhibit remarkable compassion and leadership. This experience highlighted the importance of self-care for educators, revealing that they must prioritize their well-being to effectively support their students. The story underscores how community can flourish during unexpected challenges.

Heather Shea, New Episode, Podcast, Student Learning and Development

Before You Begin: What Every New Student Affairs Graduate Student Should Know

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In this podcast episode, a panel of student affairs faculty shares insights for new graduate students in higher education. They provide practical advice on topics like mentorship, managing workload, and navigating challenges in the field. Emphasizing the importance of authenticity, community, and self-care, they aim to empower students as they embark on their careers in student affairs.

Keith Edwards, New Episode, Podcast, Social Justice and Inclusion

The HSI Movement

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Hispanic-Serving Institutions enroll more than 4 million students, yet “serving” has largely meant enrolling. Dr. Gina Ann Garcia and grassroots leader Amber Gonzalez join us to explore what it actually takes to move an institution toward genuine servingness, drawing on Garcia’s new book, The HSI Movement.

Mamta Accapadi, New Episode, Podcast, Social Justice and Inclusion

A Conversation with Dr. Julie J. Park: Race, Class, Affirmative Action: College Admissions in a New Era

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Drawing from her book Race, Class, and Affirmative Action: College Admissions in a New Era, Dr. Park joins us for a timely and thoughtful conversation about the questions that continue to sit at the heart of higher education: Who has access to opportunity? How do race and class influence educational pathways?

Heather Shea, New Episode, Podcast, Student Learning and Development

Exploring Complexities in College Student Development

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What if college student development is more complex than our traditional theories suggest? In this episode, we talk with the authors of Exploring Complexities in College Student Development: Critical Lessons from Researching Students’ Journeys about the lessons they’ve learned from years of research and hundreds of student stories. Together, we explore how students make meaning of their experiences, challenge long-held assumptions, and consider new ways educators can support student growth in today’s evolving higher education landscape.