Leadership (LEAD)
Level: Proficient
I developed in the following areas related to this competency:
Education
"Articulate the vision and mission of the primary work unit, the division, and the institution" (p. 27).
Training
“Identify one’s own strengths and challenges as a leader and seek opportunities to develop leadership skills” (p. 27).
"Serve as a mentor or role model for others" (p. 28).
Development
"Build mutually supportive relationships with colleagues and students across similarities and differences" (p. 27).
Engagement
“Understand campus cultures (e.g. academic, student, professorial, administrative) and apply that understanding to one’s work” (P. 27).
"Identify and consult with key stakeholders and individuals with differing perspectives to make informed decisions" (p. 27).
“Willingly engage in campus governance in a manner that exemplifies responsible campus citizenry” (p. 28).
Experience
Heartland Community College Board Meetings:
A responsibility of my Student Government Association (SGA) Advisor position included attending the monthly HCC Board of Trustees meetings. These meetings allowed me to engage in campus governance, identify key stakeholders, and understand the campus culture. They provided me with more insight of HCC happenings so I can better inform and advise the SGA and the Student Trustee. Consulting with SGA and attending board meetings also allowed me to represent the students’ voice in departmental, divisional, and institutional policy development efforts if necessary.
Chair of Student Leader Transition Committee:
A favorite leadership position of mine was chairing the Student Leader Transition Committee (SLTC) for HCC Student Engagement Office. This committee, which was composed of 7 other HCC organization advisors, was responsible for facilitating the overall transition process of student organizations housed under the Student Engagement Office. We overlooked the recruitment/promotion of new student leaders, organization’s election and selection procedures, and officer transition processes. My main responsibilities included preparing meeting agendas, leading bi-weekly committee meetings, and articulating the purpose and goals of the committee to the rest SLTC members.
Professional Development Trainings:
I believe two very important aspects of the Leadership Competency include training and development. While as an employee of Higher Ed institutions has given me multiple opportunities to participate in professional development training, some of my favorites include those that fall under Leadership. Many of these training sessions allowed me to identify my own strengths and think of best practices in my own leadership positions such as SGA Advisor, or SLTC Chair. The professional development training sessions have also allowed me to build stronger relationships with my colleagues which often boosted our office morale.
Reference:
ACPA: College Student Educators International & NASPA − Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (2015). Professional competency areas for student affairs practitioners. Washington, DC: Authors.
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