Nada Alasmi’s Blog
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Paid Professional Development for Student Staff: It’s Easier and Cheaper than You Think
Sometimes these students take on complex roles that allow them to learn new skills. Other times, they serve as warm bodies that do little more than sit at a front desk. Students might enjoy these low-key jobs, after all, who doesn’t appreciate more time to study (or relax)? As supervisors of students who take on…
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Program Assessment: Early Arrival Program
How do we assess an early arrival program? Well, you begin with our goals. What do you want this program to achieve? For our early arrival program, we first set the following goals for student participants: Second, you collect a lot of general feedback to help you improve. We were curious to learn about how…
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Literature Review: Early Arrival Programs
I set out to review the existing literature relating to early arrival programs for historically excluded students. I began this search with an appreciative approach, which focuses on leveraging the cultural knowledge, skills, abilities, and contacts of socially marginalized groups (Cooperrider & Srivastva, 1987; Culver et al., 2021; Stavros, et al, 2016; Wilson & Kendrick,2022;…
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Student-Alumni Networking Event
I collaborated with the Director of Alumni Relations to create (from scratch) and host Women in Leadership: Careers and Connections event featuring the University president. Students and professionals participated in round-table networking and a book raffle. I share some artifacts from the event below. Dividing Tasks Room Layout Scenario Planning Event Schedule
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Culture Exploration Trips
I planned trips to help immerse students in the customs, traditions, and histories of our diverse communities. During these trips, students engaged in hands-on learning, enjoyed traditional meals, and learned about the cultures and customs of various communities. Sample Trip Itinerary – NYC Trip Students chose between visiting the Museum of Chinese in America or participating in…
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Planning an Early-Arrival Program for College Students
A few months after I began my position, I planned an early-arrival program for first generation students and students of color. ““A place of love and fellowship where you get to experience the comfort of a community that wants you and cares about your academic achievement—that is what it means to me.” — Student Participant…
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Event Planning: Graduation Celebration
In my first few months on the job as Assistant Director of Programming and Engagement, I was tasked to coordinate a graduation celebration for the University of New Hampshire. Needless to say, there was A LOT to coordinate for the event. Event planning: The event planning involved coordinating with key stakeholders. Items were planned and…
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Learned Optimism
In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, the concept of “learned optimism” has emerged as a beacon of hope, guiding individuals towards a more positive and resilient mindset. Coined by psychologist Martin Seligman, learned optimism is the belief that one can cultivate a more positive outlook on life through intentional cognitive and behavioral strategies….
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Trends in International Student Education in the United States
International student education in the United States has long been a cornerstone of the country’s academic landscape, contributing to cultural diversity, global collaboration, and economic growth. Over the years, various trends have shaped the landscape of international education in the U.S. These trends reflect changes in student preferences, global dynamics, and educational policies. In this…
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Career Reset: Re-starting Your Career in Your 30s
Re-starting your career from scratch in your 30s. It’s OK to take a different path. How to re-set your personal path.