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Artifact E: ACPA/NASPA Competencies Self-Assessment

Assessment Key

Overall Competency Rating:

0= no exposure to and no experience in this competency

1= minimal exposure to but no experience in this competency

2= moderate exposure to and minimal experience in this competency

3= moderate experience in this competency

4= experience in this competency

5= much experience in this competency, basic master has been achieved

Specific Skill Rating:

(+) = highly competent

() = competent

() = area of improvement/experience needed

Evidence of Learning:

W= Work

I= Internship

C= Coursework

V= Volunteer work

O= Other

*Note: All competency descriptions are taken from the NASPA and ACPA Professional

Competency Areas for Student Affairs Practitioners (2015)

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Competency Area & Development
Articulate key elements of ones set of personal beliefs and + Work: My work with One area that I could
commitments (e.g., values, morals, goals, desires, self-definitions),
Seattle Central College continue to work on is
as well as the source of each (e.g., self, peers, family, or one or
Personal and more larger communities). (SCC) in the International my ability to
Ethical Education Program (IEP) appropriately question
Articulate ones personal code of ethics for student affairs office is grounded in actions that are not
Foundations practice, informed by the ethical statements of professional student helping marginalized consistent with ethical
affairs associations and their foundational ethical principles.
international students standards, and how I can
access education while best utilize professional
Involves the
Describe the ethical statements and their foundational principles of
any professional associations directly relevant to ones working adhering to immigration resources to assist in this
knowledge, skills, context. regulations. I have process. As a new and
and dispositions to Identify ethical issues in the course of ones job.
demonstrated the ability to emerging student affairs
develop and commit to ethical professional, I worry my
maintain integrity Explain how ones behavior reflects the ethical statements of the
practices by ensuring voice does not hold
students stay in status and power in a long-standing
in ones life and profession and address lapses in ones own ethical behavior.
work; this helping these students institution, and I try to
Appropriately question institutional actions which are not navigate ethical practices avoid conflict because it
includes consistent with ethical standards. that may differ from their makes me feel
thoughtful own. uncomfortable.
development, Utilize institutional and professional resources to assist with However, I need to learn
critique, and ethical issues (e.g., consultation with appropriate mentors,
Internship: My internship when it is appropriate to
supervisors, and/or colleagues, consultation with an associations
adherence to a ethics committee). at Cornish College in the address institutionalized
holistic and Health & Wellness office ethical issues, even if it
comprehensive Articulate awareness and understanding of ones attitudes, values, + allowed me to may come at a cost to my
beliefs, assumptions, biases, and identity how they affect ones demonstrate my professional image and
standard of ethics integrity and work with others.
and commitment commitment to ethical stay true to my personal
to ones own Take responsibility to broaden perspectives by participating in + decision making because I values.
activities that challenge ones beliefs. could articulate the
wellness and
importance of consent and
growth. Identify the challenges associated with balancing personal and community building
+
professional responsibilities, and recognize the intersection of through an interactive
ones personal and professional life.
workshop. I feel it is my
Identify ones primary work responsibilities and, with appropriate, responsibility to advocate
ongoing feedback, craft a realistic, summative self-appraisal one my beliefs of preventing
ones strengths and limitations sexual violence, while
Overall Rating: Articulate an understanding that wellness is a broad concept
challenging students
+ beliefs to broaden their
comprised of emotional, physical, social, environment, relational,
0 1 2 3 4 5 spiritual, moral and intellectual elements. perspectives.
Recognize and articulate healthy habits for better living. Coursework: In each
student affairs class, we
Identify positive and negative impacts on wellness and, as +
appropriate, seek assistance from available resources.
are encouraged to engage
in meaningful reflection
on our identity and
Identify and describe personal and professional responsibilities privileges, and how we
inherent to excellence in practice.
can continue to improve
Recognize the importance of reflection in personal, professional, + our ethical values and
and ethical development. wellness through active
learning. This pushes me
to stand up for what I
believe even in the face of
adversity.
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Competency Area & Development
Describe the foundational philosophies, disciplines, and values of + Coursework: In Student I need to continuously
the profession.
Values, Development Theory, work on my language
Philosophy and Articulate the historical contexts of institutional types and Research and Practice and how to best
+ (SDAD 5400) and articulate theory-to-
History functional areas within higher education and student affairs.
Foundations of the Student practice. While theory
Describe the various research, philosophies, and scholars that Affairs Profession (SDAD does not provide
defined the profession. 5300), I was able answers to every
Involves understand and unpack the challenge, it can
knowledge, skills, Demonstrate responsible campus citizenship and participation in complex history of higher provide a framework
the campus community.
and dispositions education, and how it is and a path of how to
that connect the Describe the roles of faculty, academic affairs, and student affairs
only set up to support best address
history, philosophy + traditional white-male institutionalized
educators in the institution.
and values of the students. There is a lack oppression and
student affairs Explain the importance of service to the institution and to student + of support for students microaggressions
profession to ones affairs professional associations. who do not fit this model, towards marginalized
and we must use theory as communities. I also
current Learn and articulate the principles of professional practice. + a lens to provide equitable need to expand my
professional student services to all network of
practice. Articulate the history of the inclusion and exclusion of people communities. professionals that I
with a variety of identities in higher education. interact with at my
Internship: My internship job. Each office I
Explain the role and responsibilities of student affairs at the Ethical Cultural have worked in
professional associations.
Overall Rating: Center at the University of operates in a silo, and
Explain the purpose and use of publications that incorporate the Washington (UW) it would be helpful if I
+
0 1 2 3 4 5 philosophy and values of the profession. strengthened my ability to knew more about the
see the importance of professors and the
Explain the public role and societal benefits of student affairs in faculty/staff in promoting types of values and
particular and of higher education in general. the values of student student services they
affairs within the support.
Articulate an understanding of the ongoing nature of the history + institution. With rapidly Collaboration is key if
of higher education and ones role in shaping it.
changing demographics, it we went to help
Be able to model the principles of the profession and expect the is vital that student marginalized students
+ services support the needs access education and
same from colleagues and supervisees.
of all students. the tools needed to be
Explain how the values of the profession contribute to successful in college.
sustainable practices. Work: Community
colleges are open access,
Articulate the changing nature of the global student affairs allowing many
profession and communicate the need to provide a contextual
understanding of higher education. international students with
little-to-no English
proficiency still receive an
education and build the
skills and tools required to
function in American
society. Without this,
there would be few
opportunities for
international students to
receive an equitable
education.
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Competency Area & Development
Differentiate among assessment, program review, evaluation, Internship: As an intern for I believe I need work
planning, and research as well as the methods appropriate to each.
Assessment, Student Life at Cornish in this area to best
Evaluation and College, I designed and differentiate among
Select AER methods, methodologies, designs, and tools that fit with conducted the pilot Campus the various AER
Research research and evaluation questions and with assessment and review
purposes. Climate survey on Sexual methods of
Violence to evaluate the assessment, program
Facilitate appropriate data collection for system/department-wide manner of the campus review, evaluation,
Focuses on the assessment and evaluation efforts using current technology and environment. I used data I planning, and
ability to design, methods.
collected to improve the research, and learn
conduct, critique, effectiveness of Title IX how to effectively
Effectively articulate, interpret, and apply results of AER reports
and use various and studies, including professional literature initiatives, and align design each. I can
AER program outcomes with the critically analyze data
methodologies Assess the legitimacy, trustworthiness, and/ or validity of studies of + mission and learning and find patterns and
various methods and methodological designs (e.g. qualitative vs. outcomes of the college. I communicate the
and the results quantitative, theoretical perspective, epistemological approach).
obtained from did this on a smaller scale results, but often
Consider rudimentary strengths and limitations of various after each orientation struggle with how to
them, to utilize methodological AER approaches in the application of findings to workshop, asking students initially create the
AER processes practice in diverse institutional settings and with diverse student to complete a short study. An area of
and their results populations
evaluation to drive growth would be
to inform Explain the necessity to follow institutional and divisional improvements. learning how to
practice, and to +
procedures and policies (e.g., IRB approval, informed consent) with facilitate appropriate
shape political regard to ethical assessment, evaluation, and other research Coursework: Introduction data collection for
activities.
and ethical to Educational Research system-wide
climate Ensure all communications of AER results are accurate, responsible, (EDUC 5000) provided me assessment and
+
surrounding AER and effective. with a strong overview of becoming familiar
processes and assessment methods and with current
Identify the political and educational sensitivity of raw and partially + allowed me to design a methodological
uses in higher processed data and AER results, handling them with appropriate hypothetical study as technologies, as I am
education. confidentiality and deference to organizational hierarchies
coursework. in my Integrity
Formation Graduate
Describe the governance systems at ones institution including the
governance structures for faculty, student affairs professionals, staff, Work: As a Program Assistantship. I am
Overall Rating: and students Assistant in the IEP office at excited by the
SCC, I describe how prospect of
Describe how policy is developed and implemented in ones
0 1 2 3 4 5 department and institution, as well as the local, state/province, and immigration policy is collaborating with
national levels of government. developed and implemented colleagues in the
for international students, future to conduct and
Know when and how to consult with ones immediate supervisor and explain how their publish research at
and institutional legal counsel regarding matters that may have legal
ramifications.
actions can lead to academic future NASPA
probation or dismissal, thus conferences.
Explain concepts of risk management, reasonable accommodation, affecting their immigration
and enact liability reduction strategies. status. In my Integrity
Formation Assistantship, I
Demonstrate awareness of inequitable and oppressive ways that engage in-depth discussions
laws and policies are enacted on vulnerable student populations at
national, state/provincial, local, and institutional levels. with students to ensure
understanding of the Code
Describe the student conduct process at the institutional level and of Conduct, upholding the
demonstrate concern for the legal, social, moral, educational, and philosophies, practices, and
ethical expectations of the community.
processes of the institutions
Encourage and advocate participation in national, state/provincial, conduct system.
+
local, and institutional electoral processes as applicable.
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Competency Area & Development
Describe the systems used to govern public, private, and for- Work: My work at Seattle An area of growth for
profit institutions of all types (two-year, four-year, graduate,
University (SU) and SCC this competency area
professional, vocational, etc.) in ones state/province and nation
Law, Policy and has granted me knowledge is that I need to learn
Governance Explain the differences between public, private, and for-profit about both public and more about policy
higher education with respect to the legal system and what they private institutions, development in each
may mean for respective students, faculty, and student affairs including how to explain institutional setting,
professionals.
differences between each and how I can
Includes the environment and the influence stakeholders
knowledge, skills
Describe how national and state/provincial constitutions and laws
influence the rights of students, faculty, and staff on all types of systems used to govern who influence policy
and dispositions college campuses.. them. SUs major to ensure equity in
relating to policy stakeholders are very select, policy for all students.
development
Describe evolving laws, policies, and judicial rulings that while SCC is governed more Additionally, I do not
influence the student-institutional relationship and how they
processes used in affect professional practice. on larger state and national have a lot of
various contexts, levels. knowledge about how
Act in accordance with national, state/ provincial, and local laws + conduct policies are
the application of and with institutional policies regarding non-discrimination.
Internship: My internships created and
legal constructs,
at the University of implemented across
compliance/ Identify major internal and external stakeholders, policymakers, Washington and Cornish campuses, and I could
and special interest groups who influence policy at the national,
policy issues, and state/provincial, local, and institutional levels. College of the Arts add to be more consistent
the understanding my knowledge about a about staying up to
of governance Describe the governance systems at ones institution including variety of institution settings date emerging laws
the governance structures for faculty, student affairs
structures and professionals, staff, and students and governance policies at and policies at all
their impact on 4-year public research and levels.
ones professional Describe how policy is developed and implemented in ones 2-year colleges.
department and institution, as well as the local, state/province,
practice. and national levels of government.
Coursework: The American
Community College (SDAD
5590) and Higher Education
Law (SDAD 5800) courses
Overall Rating: provided me with a
foundation of state and
0 1 2 3 4 5 federal laws that impact
undocumented students and
other under-represented
students in higher education
by supporting an open
access mission.
Additionally, both courses
helped me better understand
how student affairs
practitioners must
understand laws and policies
because of the large impact
it has on our practice. Then,
we must use our knowledge
to help students navigate the
institution, encouraging
them to advocate for new
laws and policies to fit the
needs of the current student
population.
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Competency Area & Development

Organizational Demonstrate effective stewardship/use of resources. Work: As a Graduate An area I can improve
and Human Assistant (GA) for the are my skills related to
Describe campus protocols for responding to significant + Undergraduate Leadership supervision and conflict
Resource incidents.
(UGL) class, I demonstrate resolution. As an intern
ethical hiring/selection at Cornish, I could
Includes Describe environmentally sensitive issues and explain how ones
work can incorporate elements of sustainability. techniques by creating a explore my supervision
knowledge, skills, diverse application process and motivational skills,
and dispositions Use technological resources with respect to maximizing the that evaluated students on but I need more specific
used in the efficiency and effectiveness of ones work.
personal, academic, and knowledge on which
management of Describe ethical hiring techniques and institutional hiring professional levels. I also techniques work best
+
institutional policies, procedures, and processes. support students in crafting with students, staff and
human capital, professional development others. Additionally, I
financial, and
Demonstrate familiarity in basic tenets of supervision and plans and establishing need a gain a better
possible application of these supervision techniques.
physical leadership action items that understanding of the
resources. Explain how job descriptions are designed and support overall + encourages leadership learning outcomes and
staffing patterns in ones work setting. development. At SCC, I goals of each office in
supervise student workers an institution, and how I
Overall Rating: Design a plan that assesses ones current strengths/weaknesses, + by providing situations that can align my goals with
and establishes action items for fostering an appropriate pace of
growth. present challenges and the institutions. Since I
0 1 2 3 4 5 opportunities to learn in a have not had a role
Explain the application of introductory motivational techniques customer service setting. where I directly manage
with students, staff, and others. a budget, I also plan to
Internship: During my gain additional
Describe the basic premises that underlie conflict in and the internship at the ECC, I knowledge of this
constructs utilized for facilitating conflict resolution.
advocated for equitable competency by
Develop and utilize appropriate meeting materials (e.g. + hiring practices when attending conference
facilitation skills, agenda, notes/minutes).
interviewing a GA for a sessions and engaging
Communicate using effective verbal/non-verbal strategies in food pantry. This helped with tasks related to
+ me understand why budget and financial
ways that the person(s) with whom you are engaged prefers.
position descriptions are management.
Recognize how networks in organizations play a role in how + created and why they are
work gets accomplished. necessary. I also had
opportunities to learn why
Understand the relational roles partners, allies, and adversaries organizations are structured
play in the completion of goals and work assignments.
in certain ways and gained
Explain the basic tenets of personal or organizational insight into budget
risk/liability. practices, both at the ECC
Provide constructive feedback in a timely manner.
which is run separate from
+ the UWs budget, and at
Advocate for equitable hiring practices.
Cornish which only
+ receives funding from large
campus budgets. Finally,
Articulate basic institutional accounting techniques for budgeting the space allocated to the
as well as monitoring and processing revenue and expenditures.
ECC allowed me to see
Effectively and appropriately use facilities management how physical space impacts
procedures as related to operating a facility or program in a the mission and success of
facility.
students who use the space.
Demonstrate an understanding of how physical space impacts the +
institutions educational mission.

Understand the basic concepts of facilities

management/institutional policies related to energy usage and
environmental sustainability.
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Leadership Articulate the vision and mission of the primary work unit, the + Coursework :Leadership Leadership is an
division, and the institution.
in Education 1 (EDAD ongoing process; I will
Addresses Identify and understand individual-level constructs of leader and 5700) influenced my always be able to
+ leadership ability and improve my leadership
the knowledge, leadership.
awareness. Through this skills. I know I must
skills, and Explain the values and processes that lead to organizational course, I gained a deeper constantly reflect on
dispositions improvement.
understanding of myself as my strengths and
required of a a leader, and how I want to weaknesses, and seek
leader, with or
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of different types of
decision-making processes (e.g. consensus, majority vote, and empower students to create opportunities to further
without positional decision by authority). student-led initiatives and hone my leadership
authority. use my voice to advocate skills. I would like to
Identify institutional traditions, mores, and organizational structures
(e.g., hierarchy, networks, governing groups, technological for those who do not have improve my training
resources, nature of power, policies, goals, the same privileges as me and facilitation skills
agendas and resource allocation processes) and how they influence as a cis, white able-bodied as I help others
others to act in the organization. American woman, and I discover their
Overall Rating:
Identify ones own strengths and challenges as a leader and seek
advocate for parts of my leadership skills. I
+ identity that have been would also like to
opportunities to develop leadership skills.
0 1 2 3 4 5 oppressed, including my learn more about the
Identify basic fundamentals of teamwork and teambuilding in ones + identity as a queer woman. different types of
work setting and communities of practice. decision making
Work: As a GA for the strategies and how
Describe and apply the basic principles of community building. UGL club, I work closely each would influence
Describe how ones personal values, beliefs, histories, and with students as they the outcome, and
+ identity strengths and easily adapt each
perspectives inform ones view of oneself as an effective leader
with and without roles of authority. weaknesses as leaders, technique to the
while challenging them to campus environment.
Build mutually supportive relationships with colleagues and +
students across similarities and differences.
see beyond their own
perspective. This role
Understand campus cultures (e.g. academic, student, professorial, + helped me gain experience
administrative) and apply that understanding to ones work. working with students
individually and in group
Use appropriate technology to support leadership processes (e.g.
seeking input or feedback, sharing decisions, posting data that settings.
supports decisions, use group support website
tools). Other: In undergrad when
I did not feel there was a
Think critically, creatively, and imagine possibilities for solutions
that do not currently exist or are not apparent.
safe-space, I created one.
Spectrum, an LGBTQIA*
student organization
Identify and consult with key stakeholders and individuals with
focused on breaking the
differing perspectives to make informed decisions.
dichotomy of gender and
sexual identities, helped me
Articulate the logic and impact of decisions on groups of people, see the importance of
institutional structures (e.g.
divisions, departments), and implications for practice. working with key
stakeholders when
Exhibit informed confidence in the capacity of individuals to requesting funding, and the
organize and take action to transform their communities and world. implication of not doing so.
+
I strengthened my ability to
Within the scope of ones position and expertise, lead others to reach out to others for help,
contribute toward the effectiveness and success of the organization. understand campus culture,
+
and gain input before
making a decision.
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Competency Area & Development
Identify systems of socialization that influences ones multiple + Work: In the IEP office at Since I am passionate
identities and sociopolitical perspectives and how they impact
SCC, I work hard to ensure about supporting
ones lived experiences.
Social Justice teach each international underrepresented and
and Inclusion Understand how one is affected by and participates in maintaining + student with the respect marginalized students,
systems of oppression, privilege, and power. they deserve, and work I want to continue to
around cultural and improve my ability to
Engaged in critical reflection in order to identify ones own +
prejudices and biases.
language barriers to help facilitate dialogue
A process and a them effectively access about issues of equity
goal which Participate in activities that assess and complicates ones campus resources. and access to campus
+
includes the understanding of inclusion, oppression, privilege, and power. resources and
knowledge, skills Coursework: Social education. I also want
and dispositions
Integrate knowledge of social justice, inclusion, oppression, Justice in Professional to be able to empower
privileges, and power into ones own practice.
needed to create Practice (EDUC 5200) and students to know that
learning Connect and build meaningful relationships with others while + Multicultural Perspectives they are capable of
recognizing the multiple intersecting identities, perspectives, and (EDUC 5150) both succeeding, and I must
environments that developmental differences people hold.
influenced my have a clear
foster equitable
understanding of identity, understanding of the
participation of all Articulate a foundational understanding of social justice and
inclusion within the context of higher education. and how my biases and systems of oppression
groups while background impact the lens each student may face,
seeking to address Advocate on issues of social justice, oppression, privilege, and and ways I approach my how the
and acknowledge power that impact people based on local, national, and global
interconnections. work. Each course intersectionality of
issues of allowed me to engage in their identities may
oppression, personal reflection to better present both challenge
privilege and understand the vast and opportunity, and
power. injustices of the world, and how I can use my
helped me continue to personal experiences to
build my social justice empathize with
language. students and support
their personal and
Internship: During my academic needs.
Overall Rating: UW Internship, I worked
with students of color who
0 1 2 3 4 5 were low income,
homeless, or received
little-to-no support from
family and/or friends.
Interacting with new
student populations helped
me better understand the
unique challenges these
students face, and the type
of support they need to
succeed. So, I created a
detailed handbook of
resources and tools for
students to use as they
navigate through UW, and
how they can rely on their
peer-mentor relationship
for support.
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Competency Area & Development

Student Learning Articulate theories and models that describe the developmental of Coursework: Student One area that I would
college students and the conditions and practices that facilitate
and Development holistic development s(e.g. Learning, psychosocial and identity Development Theory, like more experience
developments, cognitive-structural, typological, and moral). Research and Practice assessing the learning
(SDAD 5400), outcomes that I create
Articulate how race, ethnicity, nationality, class, gender, age, Foundations of the Student for my students.
Addresses the sexual orientation, gender identity, dis/ability, and religious belief
concepts and can influence development during the college years. Affairs Profession (SDAD Additionally, I would
5300), and Adult Learning like to hone my ability
principles of (EDUC 5130) courses all to articulate theories
Identify the strengths and limitations in applying existing theories +
student and models to varying student demographic groups. did a great job in preparing and models at work
development and me to address concepts of and build those
learning theory. Articulate ones own developmental journey in relation to formal + student development theories into the
theories.
This includes the learning theories to everyday practices of
ability to improve Identify ones own informal theories of student development creating an equitable the office. Once I do, I
(theories in use) and how they can be informed by formal learning environment for will feel confident that
and inform student theories to enhance work with students.
affairs and all students. I can continuously use
theory to inform my
teaching practice. Identify dominant perspectives present in some models of student +
learning and development. Work: As a GA for the practices to create the
Integrity Formation office, best learning
Construct learning outcomes for both daily practice as well as I ensure each alcohol experiences and
teaching and training activities. awareness class I teach equitable campus
Overall Rating: aligns with the goals of the environments for all
Assess teaching, learning, and training and incorporate the results institutions TRAC 1 class, students.
into practice.
0 1 2 3 4 5 ensuring there are clear,
Assess learning outcomes from programs and services and use measurable learning
theory to improve practice.
outcomes to help each
student identity strengths,
and focus on how to
improve their weaknesses
when making decisions
about drinking. To gather
feedback, I administer pre-
and post-tests, and two
post-evaluations, to gather
student data which drives
improvement and change.

Internship: It is only
through my internships that
I could truly use theory-to-
practice to recreate
resources for a peer-mentor
program at UW. While I
used the previous resources
as a foundation, I built in
theories and best practices
from other institutions to
address the needs of
students with multiple
identities and fill gaps in
support.
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Competency Area & Development
Demonstrate adaptability in the face of fast-paced technological + Internship: In my role at While I have used
change.
Cornish, I had to quickly some of the digital
Technology adapt to the Campus tools used in higher
Remain current on student and educator adoption patterns of new Clarity online assessment education, including
technologies and familiarize oneself with the purpose and
functionality of those technologies. tool to quickly create an Canvas and Campus
Focuses on the use
effective, relevant Campus Clarity, I know there
of digital tools, Troubleshoot basic software, hardware, and connectivity problems Climate survey focused on are a range of other
resources, and and refer more complex problems to an appropriate information
technology administrator. sexual violence. This tools that I have little-
technologies for survey could be assessed to-no experience with.
the advancement Draw upon research, trend data, and environmental scanning to through multiple mediums, While I am a fast
of student assess the technological readiness and needs of students,
increasing accessibility. learner when it comes
colleagues, and other educational stakeholders when infusing
learning, technology into educational programs and interventions. Once I received results, I to learning new
development, and drew upon my research and technologies, I know it
success as well as Critically assess the accuracy and quality of information gathered best practices of similar is helpful if my new
via technology and accurately cite electronic sources of institutions and analyzed employer does not
the improved information respecting copyright law and fair use.
the electronic data to best have to train me on
performance of
Model and promote the legal, ethical, and transparent collection, + serve the needs of students. how to use each tool.
student affairs use, and securing of electronic data. Another area I can
professionals. Work: As a GA for UGL, improve upon is my
Ensure compliance with accessible technology laws and policies. I use Canvas at SU, where ability to my
Overall Rating: I can grade assignments, commitment to
Demonstrate awareness of ones digital identity and engage + and track the progress of engaging with personal
students in learning activities related to responsible digital each student. In additional, and professional digital
0 1 2 3 4 5 communications and virtual community engagement as related to
their digital reputation and identity. I model and promote learning communities.
equitable and inclusive While I am a member
Model and promote equitable and inclusive practices by ensuring + practices by ensuring that of many online
all participants in educational endeavors can access and utilize the all students can access my communities, and
necessary tools for success.
comments and feedback. receive notifications
Appropriately utilize social media and other digital At SCC, I utilize Facebook about NASPA
communication and collaboration tools to market and promote and e-news stories to share webinars, I do not
advising, programming, and other learning-focused interventions relevant information and engage enough with
and to engage students in these activities.
facts about America to help each resource.
Engage in personal and professional digital learning communities international students
+
and personal learning networks at the local, national, and/or global succeed in the Washington
level. state education system.
Design, implement, and assess technologically-rich learning Other: Since starting
experiences for students and other stakeholders that model
effective use of visual and interactive media. college in 2007, I have
been building my online
Ensure that ones educational work with and service to students is + presence and branding my
inclusive of students participating in online and hybrid format
courses and programs.
personal identity. I
understand the importance
Incorporate commonly utilized technological tools and platforms + of posting professional
including social media and other digital communication and content online, and how it
collaboration tools into ones work. can help me not only
improve my professional
image, but expand my
network and find future
work as well.
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Competency Area & Development
Exhibit culturally inclusive active listening skills (e.g., Coursework: My Since joining the
appropriately establishing interpersonal contact, paraphrasing,
+ Counseling Skills course Student Development
perception checking, summarizing, questioning, encouraging,
Advising and avoid interrupting, clarifying). (COUN 5100) allowed Administration program,
Supporting me to further hone my I have considerably
Establish rapport with students, groups, colleagues, and others that ability to build rapport to increased my face-to-
acknowledges differences in lived experiences. maintain an appropriate face interactions with
degree of confidentially students, and have had
Addresses the Recognize the strengths and limitations of ones own worldview
on communication with others (e.g., how terminology could either
to develop trusting opportunities through all
knowledge, skills liberate or constrain others with different gender identities, sexual + relationships with others my work and internship
and dispositions orientations, abilities, cultural backgrounds, etc.). as well as my experiences that have
related to providing communication and allowed me to engage
advising support to Facilitate reflection to make meaning from experiences with active- listening skills. with students on a
students, groups, colleagues, and others.
individuals and meaningful level. I
groups through Conscientiously use appropriate nonverbal communication.
Work: I demonstrate my enjoy challenging and
+ ability to advise in my supporting students to
direction, feedback,
role as a GA for the UGL reach a higher level of
critique, referral,
Facilitate problem-solving. class by regularly understanding, however
and guidance. meeting with the I would like to
executive board to plan specifically improve
Facilitate individual decision-making and goal-setting. effective programming, upon my ability to
learning outcomes, and facilitate difficult and
personal and professional sensitive conversations
Appropriately challenge and support students and colleagues. + leadership goals. In my (i.e. sexual violence,
Overall Rating: role in the Integrity suicide, etc.)
Know and use referral sources (e.g., other offices, outside + Formation office, I help
0 1 2 3 4 5 agencies, knowledge sources), and exhibit referral skills in seeking students hone decision-
expert assistance. making skills,
Identify when and with whom to implement appropriate crisis
appropriately providing
+ challenge and support
management and intervention responses.
while students reflect on
Maintain an appropriate degree of confidentiality that follows + their choices, and seeking
applicable legal and licensing requirements, facilitates the expert assistance from
development of trusting relationships, and recognizes when my supervisor and the
confidentiality should be broken to protect the student or others.
Health & Wellness office
Seek opportunities to expand ones own knowledge and skills in + when necessary.
helping students with specific concerns (e.g., relationship issues,
navigating systems of oppression, or suicidality) as well as Internship: My
interfacing with specific populations within the college student
environment (e.g., student veterans, low- income students, etc.).
internship at Cornish
College of the Arts
Utilize virtual resources and technology to meet the advising and + allowed me to
supporting needs of students. demonstrate my ability to
facilitate trainings and
Know and follow applicable laws, policies, and professional + presentations, and
ethical guidelines relevant to advising and supporting students
development.
facilitate problem solving
conversations with
students to create
cognitive dissonance that
furthers personal
development.