March 2022 | Georgia Southern University - Student Affairs E-Newsletter

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The Division of Student Affairs cultivates an inclusive environment to advance students' holistic development through intentional learning and transformative engagement.

I haven’t been this excited to begin a new month in a long time. February was a full, challenging month for me. So, the transition to a new month with improving weather every day, is most welcomed! It is hard to believe we are at the semester midpoint and Spring Break is just around the corner. I hope all of you will have a chance to enjoy the break as much as you can, even if it is a slower pace and quieter campuses.

This issue of our division newsletter highlights the work of one of our division committees, Strategic Planning Committee. This group, led by Dr. John Banter and Dr. Aileen Dowell, has drafted a strategic plan for the division that acknowledges the university strategic plan while also making a case for a bold vision for the Division of Student Affairs to come. I also want to thank Ben Phillips (Student Conduct), Erin McFerrin (University Housing), and Tiffany Williams (Career & Professional Development) for their work on the strategic plan. Take time to review these draft documents and attend a Little Convos this month to share your thoughts and feedback about this draft plan. The future is bright for Student Affairs and I look forward to hearing your feedback about this vision!

Lastly, I want to encourage you to complete the employee engagement survey. This survey is hosted by Studer Education (although the email I got is from Resonant Education) and will provide valuable data to inform our efforts to increase employee engagement and enhance our sense of belonging. I want the Student Affairs voice to be heard. Take time to complete the survey today!

Thanks again for all you do to support our students! I appreciate you.

Go Eagles!



Please join Dr. Little, and our Strategic Planning Committee as we continue to discuss the vision for the Strategic Plan, and the future of The Division of Student Affairs. The committee has drafted the strategic plan from the University and Athletics strategic plans so you will see the similarity of the University's pillars. Our desire is that every department sees themselves in the strategic plan, but we are soliciting feedback through the Little Convos. Please be sure to attend the remaining sessions in which we will continue shaping the future of our division for the next 5 years. Your input is critical to the process of having a strategic plan for Student Affairs that will drive forward our mission and connect the work we do to the University's future. Please take note that the time of the virtual session has changed. The remaining dates are as follows:

• Tuesday, March 29, 10 AM - 11:30 AM Skidaway Room (Armstrong)
• Wednesday, March 30, 2 PM - 3:30 PM (Virtual Link Here)

Please find Strategic Plan document here.

Ga College & State University is planning to host the new professionals conference on September 23 this year. They are looking for individuals to help plan the event. If you know a staff member who would be interested, please refer them to Dr. Shawn Brooks, shawn.brooks@gcsu.edu to express interest and/or ask questions. Please spread the word!

STAFF COUNCIL

Understanding Yourself and Others through True Colors

presented by Stephen Warner and Nikki Warner

True Colors is a personality exam that helps people understand themselves and others. Participants will learn their colors and what that means for them at work and in their personal life. Participants will also learn about the strengths and weaknesses of their color, as well as the importance of having every color on their team. Participants will take the exam prior to the presentation.

Wednesday, March 23, 2022

10:30 am

Click here to Register

Please note: A Zoom link will be shared with registered participants prior to the session.

Starting March 7th and ending on March 16th, employers should reach out to candidates who they are interested in interviewing. Employers and candidates will determine a time for the interview and format of the interview. Interviews should only be scheduled during the interview timeframe provided on the GAPP website on March 25th and 26th (as needed). Employers will track their interview schedule on a shared Google Sheet that will be provided once communication opens for employers and candidates. 

1. Candidate Registration Closes on March 1st
2. GAPP sends employers candidate files on March 2nd
3. Employers will evaluate candidate files between March 2nd and March 5th
4. Employers will start reaching out to candidates between March 7th through the 16th who meet their qualification to schedule interviews on March 25th and 26th (as needed). 
5. Employers will share their final interview schedule with GAPP on March 17th.

Counseling Center

Professional Development Committee

Student Affairs Connectors

The Professional Development Committee is looking to recruit Student Affairs Connectors. As part of the onboarding process that the Profession Development Committee is developing for onboarding our new Student Affairs Colleagues, we are looking for staff to assist us in the process by being a Student Affairs Connector. A Student Affairs Connector is someone who has been in the Divison for 2 or more years and would like to meet new staff members and be a connector for them. Please see the flyer for information about the Connectors program and to apply. The more connectors we have the better this program can be.

Office of Leadership and Community Engagement

Our Student Conduct Board applications/interest forms have gone live for faculty/staff and students! If you know any students, friends, or colleagues who may be interested (yes, YOU too!), please send them our way or share these links. New member training will be in August for all new members. If you have any questions please contact Zwisel M. Gandia.

Student Application (closes Friday, March 25, 2022)

Faculty/Staff Interest Form

Marvin Pittman Administration Building, Suite 1002

912.478.2796 | studentaffairs@georgiasouthern.edu