Spring 2022 Practicum Opportunities (Approved)

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Early Alert Systems Analyst

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Summer 2022; Fall 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Dani Barker, Special Adviser to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Success

Email Address: dabarker@ucsc.edu

Institution: University of California, Santa Cruz

Department: Division of Student Affairs and Success

Practicum Description: Under the supervision of the Special Adviser to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Success, the Early Alert Systems Analyst provides leadership, mentorship and intervention to promote student success and persistence to graduation. The incumbent will work to develop, implement, and enhance early alert processes and procedures. The analyst will identify student needs and advise on appropriate programs and resources.

Learning Outcomes:

• Students will be able to analyze and interpret defined policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Students will be able to identify student needs and develop needed interventions to ensure student success.

• Students will be able to design and utilize assessment tools to measure student outcomes and make recommendations to ensure student success.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Advising and Helping; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• Student Intervention - 30 hours

• Assessment Design and Analysis - 30 hours

• Program Design - 30 hours

• Administrative Tasks - 10 hours

Scheduling Needs: Schedule is flexible and can be designed to meet practicum students' needs.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of the needs of a diverse student population.

• Skills in service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, and facilitation.

• Verbal communication, written communication and organization skills.

• Ability to identify problems and utilize sound reasoning to generate viable solutions.

• Ability to be flexible, innovative, and fluid as situation demands.

• Ability to take initiative to plan, implement and assess programs.

• Strong leadership skills and ability to work independently on projects.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual

Does this practicum provide compensation? Not currently

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Mentor Collective Coordinator

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Summer 2022; Fall 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Dani Barker, Special Adviser to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Success

Email Address: dabarker@ucsc.edu

Institution: University of California, Santa Cruz

Department: Division of Student Affairs and Success

Practicum Description: The grad in this role will take the lead on coordinating our new initiative, Slug Mentor Network, in collaboration with the special adviser and Mentor Collective. The incumbent will work with mentors and campus partners to make sure students identified as needing additional support have it. The coordinator will work to assess the pilot and make recommendations for changes for a potential second iteration of the program.

Learning Outcomes:

• Students will be able to analyze and interpret defined policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Students will be able to identify student needs and develop needed interventions to ensure student success.

• Students will be able to design and utilize assessment tools to measure student outcomes and make recommendations to ensure student success.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Advising and Helping; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• Student Intervention - 30 hours

• Assessment Design and Analysis - 30 hours

• Mentor Advising - 30 hours

• Administrative Tasks - 10 hours

Scheduling Needs: Schedule is flexible and can be designed to meet practicum students' needs.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of the needs of a diverse student population.

• Skills in service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, and facilitation.

• Verbal communication, written communication and organization skills.

• Ability to identify problems and utilize sound reasoning to generate viable solutions.

• Ability to be flexible, innovative, and fluid as situation demands.

• Ability to take initiative to plan, implement, and assess programs.

• Strong leadership skills and ability to work independently on projects.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual

Does this practicum provide compensation? Not currently

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: STEM Career Pathway Support

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Summer 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Mary Denmon, Deputy Director, Program Operations

Email Address: maryd1@uw.edu

Institution: University of Washington

Department: Washington NASA Space Grant

Practicum Description: WA NASA Space Grant supports a variety of programs with a focus on supporting students historically excluded from STEM careers. This practicum experience will lead the effort in compiling relevant research to inform new programs and initiatives related to career and professional development for our students. The practicum student will develop a deeper understanding of current issues faced by minoritized students in STEM and have the ability to develop new initiatives grounded in theory and research findings. The student will also have the ability to think creatively in developing new and impactful programs.

Learning Outcomes:

1) Practicum student will be familiar with the latest research in regards to supporting minoritized students in STEM

2) Practicum student will implement theory to practice in planning new programs and initiatives

3) Practicum student will develop career related curriculum with specific learning outcomes

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• 10 hours - becoming familiar with WA Space Grant program requirements, current and previous initiatives

• 25 hours - review and compile current literature on relevant career development and experiences of minoritized populations in STEM

• 25 hours - develop program ideas, present plan to collaborators/supervisor, iterate development process to refine ideas until ready to implement

• 25 hours - learning outcome creation, alignment, and assessment plan

• 15 hours - additional professional development activities

Scheduling Needs: Workplan will be designed for virtual participation. Collaborative activities and regular meetings will need to occur 9am - 5pm. Independent work may be done during off hours.

Required/Preferred Skills: none listed

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual

Does this practicum provide compensation?

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? Yes (updated 1/12/2022)

Practicum Title: HESA Alumni Affairs

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022 (option to start in the Fall of 2021)

Supervisor Name/Title: Genevieve Negron-Gonzales, Associate Professor & HESA Program Coordinator

Email Address: gnegrongonzales@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA)

Practicum Description: This practicum opportunity will focus on building an alumni database for the HESA program. The work will entail tracking down HESA alums, setting up a system to manage these contacts, and engaging alums in a conversation about how they are interested in interacting with the program and current students.

Learning Outcomes:

• Student will develop the skills to set up an alum database.

• Student will deepen their understanding of the Student Affairs universe, learning about the varied positions students take after completion of the MA degree.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Organizational and Human Resources; Technology

Work plan:

• 20 hours - developing a list of alums by consolidating lists from various sources

• 40 hours - research on alums and outreaching / communicating to establish contact

• 25 hours - building and setting up database / tracking system to organize contacts

• 15 hours - planning meetings, writing up reports and suggesting next steps for the HESA alum engagement program

Scheduling Needs: flexible

Required/Preferred Skills: must be organized

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual

Does this practicum provide compensation? no

Additional Notes: If possible, some of this work would ideally start Fall 2021. Not necessary, but if the student is interested in getting started early, that would work well for our timeline.

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/6/2021)

Practicum Title: Study Abroad: Diversity, Access, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Daniella Lubey, Study Abroad Advisor

Email Address: delubey@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Center for Global Education (Study Abroad)

Practicum Description: Increasing access to study abroad opportunities to all student populations on campus is a goal for many education abroad offices nationwide. We hope to create new resources to support students of diverse identity-groups, and find different ways to connect or engage students with this material. We believe in the transformative power of study abroad and encourage students to experience different cultures, viewpoints, and ways of living, as this will ultimately contribute to better cross-cultural understanding and self-awareness in our interconnected world.

Learning Outcomes:

• 1. Use personal, professional, and academic experience to showcase innovative and diverse perspectives while showing the importance of DEI in study abroad for all students

• 2. Create resources, design workshops and collect content to promote study abroad in multiple capacities to Gen Z students

• 3. Build a network of those working in DEI within study abroad in order to effectively collaborate with partner programs and institutions

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan:

Students will complete 100 hours remotely and in person with the Center for Global Education during the Spring 2022 semester. A student will work in person with our office staff to devise a plan and collaboratively work on DEI initiatives and goals for our office. Our office has recently created a new diversity statement that we would like to uphold. One main responsibility of our HESA student would be to revise and find resources to back this statement up as we will eventually place it on our website. Students may attend an in person weekly meeting with our office for 1 hour per week. If necessary, other virtual meetings could take place with the lead staff member. Work can be done remotely after projects have been set in place. Additional work for the student to complete includes: collecting resources and content for our website, and content for workshops that focus on different identity topics or mental health related resources while abroad. These workshops should be recorded and have the potential to work alongside different chief diversity officers and managers with our partner programs and institutions. Most importantly, we would like our practicum student to be innovative and find different ways to connect or engage students with this material.

Scheduling Needs: Work can be completed "off" hours.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Knowledgeable about diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education to draw upon resources and open to attending and participating in group discussions about diversity in international education.

• Candidates should have intercultural competency and understand how to work with students from diverse backgrounds.

• Moderate understanding of social network outlets for sharing and promotion to our students.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? Yes, $2,000 for the 100 hours of work

Additional Notes: This is an opportunity to learn about study abroad and international education in addition to sharing knowledge and building our office's diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Title IX Media and Marketing: Communicating to Create Change

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Summer 2022; Fall 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Katrina Garry, Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Email Address: kgarry@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Title IX

Practicum Description: Working alongside Deputy Title IX Coordinator at USF, this project aims to build a better communication and marketing strategy for Title IX and prevention and education work on campus. By partnering with local organizations, and national organizations, the student will create informative and proactive solutions to meet campus needs. This project will allow students to grow key skills in communications, sexual violence prevention and response, and student affairs support.

Learning Outcomes:

• Student will be onboarded to sexual violence prevention and response resources and work with our university committee involving students, staff and faculty

• Student will produce video and infographic support for Title IX office to help promote and Build trust with the community

• Student will attain key skills in primary prevention, health and safety communication, and Student affairs practice

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Personal and Ethical Foundations; Social Justice and Inclusion; Technology

Work plan:

• 14 hours in meeting with Deputy Title IX Coordinator

• 6 hours in REPS Committee Meetings

• 20 hours in focus groups

• 30 hours writing, creating, and planning videos

• 30 hours filming /animating videos

Scheduling Needs: Nothing needs to be done in specific work hours except meetings with Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Interest in video, social media, marketing, communications!

• Knowledge of video / video editing software, Canva etc.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? NA

Additional Notes: I am on campus Monday - Thursday and can meet in person, but work can be completed remotely as well.

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/13/2021)

Practicum Title: Researching Program Retention Among Participants at Enterprise for Youth

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Luz Aguirre Ramirez, Program Manager

Email Address: laguirre@enterpriseforyouth.org

Organization: Enterprise for Youth

Department: Training and Internship Departments

Practicum Description: The purpose of this practicum is for the practicum fellow to gain experience in understanding how to assess and evaluate a program. Enterprise for Youth envisions that all San Francisco youth are prepared for their professional future and become successful members of society. The practicum fellow will co-develop and lead focus groups with members of our organization's target populations to better understand their needs, expectations and preferred learning methods, along with how our services align with these and impact program participation. In addition, practicum fellow will deepen their understanding of research implementation, evaluation, and their understanding of equitable support for under-resourced youth populations in San Francisco.

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop research skills and become familiar with program assessment and evaluation.

• Lead focus groups with prospective and previous participants by utilizing cross-cultural competency skills.

• Connect with the Enterprise community to better understand the needs of and develop retention strategies for participant target populations.

• Co-Author and present findings and recommendations to Enterprise Leadership and Program Team.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

The fellow will be working closely with members of the Enterprise Program Team. In specific with our Program and Evaluation Manager and members of our Training and Internship teams. Anticipated work plan (changes may occur depending on fellow capacity and program scheduling needs):

• 10 hours: Introduction and review of Enterprise's current program(s), general information and orientation with practicum supervisory team

• 20 Hours: Review and Interpret quantitative and qualitative data from participants and other programming data

• 10 hours: Literature review on similar internship programs and organizations, and retention strategies for young participants

• 10 hours: Weekly check-ins and Bi-Weekly meetings with Enterprise Program Team, and other relevant Enterprise programing

• 5 hours: Organizing focus groups, outreach to participants, and planning focus groups with practicum team

• 10 hours: Planning methodology and forming focus group questions with Enterprise practicum team, and facilitating focus groups with participants

• 10 hours: Summarizing focus group findings

• 10 hours: Meeting with Practicum team to discuss findings, and collaborate on development of recommendations for retention practices

• 5 hours : Preparing and executing presentation to Enterprise Leadership and Program Team

• 5 hours: Write a concluding summary of literature review, research approach, findings, and recommendations

Scheduling Needs: This practicum will be primarily virtual with in-person activities as needed. We anticipate fellow working remotely 85% of the time with 15% of the time for the in-person components (subject to change). Enterprise business hours are 9-5:30 pm; we would prefer that the practicum fellow attend ongoing designated check-ins during business hours. Additionally, there will be flexibility to do individual research/work outside of Enterprise business hours. The above schedule is an estimate and will vary depending on Enterprise and practicum fellow's availability.

Required/Preferred Skills:

Required:

• Interest in developing skills in research, assessment, and evaluation.

• Culturally aware and equity-driven.

• Strong communication and facilitation skills.

• Ability to create a welcoming environment and safe space for young people.

• Discretion and confidentiality with sensitive information.

• Fellow will be ask to get fingerprinted and background checked since they will be working with minors. (Enterprise will cover cost)

• Fellow will be required to sign a Confidentiality Agreement.

Preferred:

• Previous research experience.

• Experience using Google Sheets, Salesforce, and other similar platforms.

• Experience working in a non-profit setting and/or similar organization.

• Interested in Career Services as a functional area.

• Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin bilingual speaker.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? Stipend to be determined.

Additional Notes: This is our 2020-2021 Impact Report where you will find detailed information about all things Enterprise - our programs, who we serve, our results, our celebrations, and our partners and supporters. Link: https://bit.ly/3lWKkyU

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Cultural Diversity Immersion Workshops Assessment

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Jinni Pradhan, Assistant Director

Email Address: jpradhan@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Cultural Centers

Practicum Description: Launched in the Summer 2020 by the USF Cultural Centers, the Cultural Diversity Immersion (CDI) workshop series is a 9-workshop series where students can participate with other students who are interested in learning more about and reflecting on race, and being in dialogue about all the social identities that make up every person. We are seeking a practicum student to lead the program assessment of the CDI workshop series, including potential opportunities to present with Cultural Centers staff at professional conferences. The practicum student will continue to develop their assessment practices, become thoroughly familiar with the process of building a social justice education curriculum, and be able to directly influence and impact future growth of the CDI workshop series.

Learning Outcomes:

• Practicum student will become familiar with the process of creating a campus-scale social justice workshop series, from inception to execution

• Practicum student will become familiar with the practical application of program assessment

• Practicum student will become familiar report writing and presentation of assessment data

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• Attend all 9 Cultural Diversity Immersion workshops and provide feedback (15 hours)

• Review all current Cultural Diversity Immersion workshops information (5 hours)

• Meet with supervisor weekly for guidance and discussion of progress/findings (12 hours) hours)

• Interview all 4 original curriculum designers (8 hours)

• Analyze Cultural Diversity Immersion workshop assessment data (mix of qualitative and quantitative data) (30 hours)

• Write Cultural Diversity Immersion workshops assessment report, detailing findings (including areas of strength and areas of improvement) (15 hours)

Scheduling Needs: Workshop schedule will be during working hours (likely on weekday afternoons). All other work can be done off-campus/remotely, including meetings with supervisor can be done remotely via Zoom. (If student has preference for on-campus in-person meetings, that can also be accommodated.)

Required/Preferred Skills:

Preferred interest in social justice education (e.g. providing/facilitating educational opportunities for deepening social justice knowledge).

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? No

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Lavender Commencement (LGBTQIA+ Graduation) Co-Lead

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Erin Echols (temporarily until new Asst. Director hired), Director of the Cultural Centers

Email Address: eechols@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Cultural Centers

Practicum Description: USF's cultural and identity-based graduation ceremonies, known as the End of the Year Ceremonies (EYCs), are seeking a practicum student to co-lead the Lavender Commencement committee. Lavender Commencement honors graduating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer students, including those who identify across the gender and sexuality spectrums (LGBTQIA+), through celebration, certificates, and keepsakes. The practicum student would gain experience in planning and facilitation of meetings, outreach and communications, budgeting, and event planning. Additionally the student will have the opportunity to participate with professional staff and graduate students to ensure the coordination and connection of all of the spring 2022 EYCs meetings.

Learning Outcomes:

• Express a critical understanding of the ways to engage and honor an audience of LGBTQIA+ students within their identity intersections, and their families/friends who support the graduates..

• Demonstrate skills to effectively collaborate and communicate when leading and working in groups, and engaging with peers and committee members with positions across the university.

• Demonstrate skills in event planning, including budgeting, scheduling, and execution.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Advising and Helping; Leadership; Social Justice and Inclusion

Work plan:

• 10 hours of meetings with practicum supervisor,

• 15 hours of Lavender Commencement committee meetings,

• 15 hours of EYC committee meetings,

• 10 hours of communications/meetings with committee and subcommittee members,

• 5 hours of research of best practices for LGBTQIA+ student recognition ceremonies,

• 35 hours of coordination of event logistics, including the in-person event day,

• 10 hours of communications with graduates

Scheduling Needs: Preferred meeting times between 10am-5pm Mon-Fri, and other tasks have much more flexibility to work with the practicum student schedule. Meetings will take place mostly in a virtual environment. Some time in person will be needed for event preparation and for the live in-person event.

Required/Preferred Skills:

Understanding of the LGBTQIA+ community needs and culture is beneficial.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? No

Additional Notes: The practicum student would be supervised and guided by the Director of the Cultural Centers until the new Assistant Director for the Cultural Centers who focuses on the Gender & Sexuality Center is hired. They would then co-lead the ceremony planning with the Assistant Director.

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Marketing & Communications Specialist

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Khulan Zagd, Program Assistant

Email Address: LWSC@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: The Learning Center

Practicum Description: This practicum opportunity is intended to expose HESA students to internal brand management processes that align with the larger communication standards of a Higher Education institution. The Marketing & Communications Specialist will provide leadership in the planning and execution of The Learning Center's 2022 strategic campaign for marketing and communications. The Marketing & Communications Specialist will gain knowledge of every aspect of an academic support unit by assisting with the coordination of social media, print materials, presentations, and email outreach. This practicum will provide HESA students with an opportunity to contribute new energy and ideas to the department, and is designed to be a hands-on experience with many layers of constituent interaction.

Learning Outcomes:

The student will gain experience in a comprehensive marketing campaign and brand management processes within a Higher Education academic support unit.

The student will research Higher Education student-facing marketing trends as well as explores ways that The Learning Center can better align their efforts with the brand standard of USF's Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC) (https://myusf.usfca.edu/marketing-communications).

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Social Justice and Inclusion; Technology

Work plan: The Marketing & Communications Specialist can provide approximately 5-10 hours of availability per week, to be dedicated to research, content creation, strategic planning, and collaborations with other LC staff and students.

Scheduling Needs: Most hours for this practicum would be scheduled during Learning Center business hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-8:00pm PST; Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm PST. Within this experience there is much flexibility for work plan hours/activities and student goals.

Required/Preferred Skills: Ability to work independently, strong communication skills, knowledge of or willingness to learn about academic support services and resources.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? No monetary compensation available

Additional Notes:

This is the first time The Learning Center has offered this practicum opportunity; it was created to address a specific need in the Center at this moment in time. With this said, we welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and there is much flexibility in the types of projects that can be taken on and/or the final products of the experience. Students are welcome to pursue this opportunity even if they currently have little to no direct marketing experience.

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/8/2021)

Practicum Title: Academic Skills Development Specialist

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Rachel Brunson, Learning Center Assistant Director and/or Khulan Zagd, Learning Center Program Assistant

Email Address: LWSC@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: The Learning Center

Practicum Description: This practicum opportunity is intended to support the Learning Center's core function of providing Academic Skills Development initiatives for all enrolled students (undergraduate and graduate). Academic Skills Development Specialists will be trained to deliver academic skills curriculum in both one-on-one appointments and group workshops for students (requested by USF faculty/staff). This practicum will provide HESA students with a hands-on experience of applying Student Development Theory and process-based learning approaches during student interactions.

Learning Outcomes:
The practicum student will gain experience in providing individualized academic support to students in both the one-on-one and group settings. This practicum student will gain exposure to the administrative side of the student-coach matching process as well as the management of the student-coach relationship in a peer mentorship program called "Project Success" (a long-standing partnership with the Center for Academic & Student Achievement and Student Disability Services at USF). The practicum student will gain experience in assessing and evaluating the development of students through the analysis of pre-, mid-, and/or post-participation surveys.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Advising and Helping; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:
Academic Skills Development Specialists can provide approximately 5-10 hours of availability per week, to be dedicated to meeting one-on-one with students and/or facilitating Academic Skills Workshops. Additional opportunities for program coordination, research, and assessment can also be built into the practicum student's experience.

Scheduling Needs: Most hours for this practicum would be scheduled during Learning Center business hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-8:00pm PST; Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm PST. Within this experience there is much flexibility for work plan hours/activities and student goals.

Required/Preferred Skills:
Ability to work independently, strong communication skills, knowledge of or willingness to learn about academic support services and resources.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? No monetary compensation available.

Additional Notes:

This is a very flexible practicum experience that will gradually expose students to the inner-workings of a student services department within the Division of Student Life at USF. While the start date can be decided upon at a later date, it is helpful if the student can begin the first week of classes (for Spring 2022 this is the week of January 24-28, 2022).

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Nutrition and Exercise Program Coordinator

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Jenny Lee, Assistant Director

Email Address: jlee112@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Health Promotion Services (HPS)

Practicum Description: Practicum students will gain experience in public health programming by focusing on creating a national nutrition month campaign in March for USF students that also focuses on the promotion of physical activity guidelines. This student will have the opportunity to research, plan, and implement this monthly nutrition and exercise campaign to engage USF students in eating healthier and exercising well, all while raising awareness of HPS resources. They will be learning how to create graphic/video content for social media and YouTube, and learn how to utilize Slack to create an online community dedicated to promoting physical wellbeing.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Student will gain experience in public health programming for a university health promotion office.

2. Student will learn how to effectively communicate digitally by creating content in for the form of videos and graphics for social media, YouTube, and/or slack.

3. Student will learn how to collaborate with other higher education offices and schools to promote nutrition and exercise.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Student Learning and Development; Technology

Work plan:

1. Practicum students will assist with or lead efforts to promote a digital nutrition campaign that focuses on physical activity in March for all USF students.

2. They can get training in the tools that will be used to communicate digitally, such as Slack, and training on content creation through Adobe Spark training. Other training can be utilized to support their efforts if needed.

3. They will have to learn about HPS programs and services around nutrition and exercise, such as what workshops we offer, our 1:1 process, and our collaboration efforts for Exercise is Medicine On Campus initiative.

4. They will research, plan, and develop this campaign by building on past and existing programs in HPS or from other institutions that focus on nutrition and exercise promotion.

5. Part of the work plan will ideally include content creation with nutrition videos and graphics for social media and youtube and developing communication strategies using Slack.

6. Once a program is developed for the monthly campaign in March, students will have to work on developing marketing strategies to promote the campaign on campus.

7. In March, they will work on promoting their campaign plan and figure out evaluation plan.

Scheduling Needs: Yes, creating content and plan can be done during "off" hours. However, meetings with supervisor will have to be done during normal working hours. Campaign implementation in March may have to be done during normal working hours depending on plan. Scheduling will be discussed with student and I will try to be as flexible as possible when I can. Ideally, however, student will be around from January-February to discuss plan, create content and marketing strategies and available throughout March to implement campaign and evaluate/debrief April

Required/Preferred Skills:

Preferred skills would be a student who knows how to design content and create videos, even if it's on a basic level. A student who has strong interpersonal, writing, and communication skills. Someone who likes to learn new technologies and programs. Someone who has had event planning experience, but not necessary if they are well-organized.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? none listed

Additional Notes: I selected hybrid because it will depend on the student and what they will like to plan. I am willing to work with student to provide a combination of in-person/remote or entirely remote.

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: UNITY LGBTQIA+ Residential Theme Program Coordinator

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Hawk Anderson, Resident Director

Email Address: hawkanderson@berkeley.edu

Institution: University of California, Berkeley

Department: Residential Life

Practicum Description: Co-advise UNITY's (LGBTQIA+ Living Learning Theme program) contextual education committees which include: Drag Show (planning our annual drag show for the campus), Resources (updating UNITY's pamphlets/website/documents), and Programming (putting on programs for the community). Contextual Education is a requirement for UNITY residents that is formalized in the spring semester and is fulfilled by taking on roles connected to the queer & trans community in residential life. You will help facilitate weekly meetings, track UNITY residents' working hours, and advise students on project management.

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop leadership skills by leading committee meetings, contributing to behind-the-scenes logistical planning and educational content.

• Become a better event planner with transferable skills in creating small and large scale events that are queer and trans inclusive.

• Improve advisory philosophy by reinforcing self-motivational habits via one-on-ones and online check ins.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Advising and Helping; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• 20 hours facilitating committee meetings

• 30 hours 1:1s with UNITY residents

• 10 hours event set up

• 20 hours reviewing UNITY projects

• 15 hours assisting in the creation of educational material

• 5 hours advising events

Scheduling Needs: Students will have the ability to meet with supervisor to plan out a schedule that may be during working and "off" hours. Committee meetings and working hours will be determined by UNITY residents and supervisors availability.

Required/Preferred Skills: none listed

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? none listed

Additional Notes: The goal is to have fun and let the UNITY residents do most of the work. We need help making sure they stay on track with their tasks!

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Asian Pacific American Student Services (APASS) Graduate Intern

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Bao Nhia Moua, Center Supervisor

Email Address: baonhiam@usc.edu

Institution: University of Southern California

Department: Asian Pacific American Student Services (APASS)

Practicum Description: This practicum will provide the student with hands-on experience working at Asian Pacific American Student Services (APASS), one of the cultural centers under Student Equity and Inclusion Programs (SEIP). The practicum student will work on initiatives to improve campus climate through diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. They will work closely with the Center Supervisor to develop program curriculum, facilitate workshops, create campus and community partnerships, conduct assessments, and advise students.

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify key strategies and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts to improve campus climate.

• Develop a deeper understanding of community engagement through community participation, empowerment, and advocacy.

• Design and facilitate leadership, engagement, or professional development programs and workshops.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Advising and Helping; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Leadership; Organizational and Human Resources; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan:

• Staff meetings - 15 hours

• Student advising - 15 hours

• Program coordination - 30 hours

• Curriculum development - 15 hours

• Retreat & Training - 15 hours

• Drop-in hours - 10 hours

Scheduling Needs: Scheduling is very flexible. The HESA practicum student will record their hours based on meetings and projects assigned instead of a scheduled shift. The student may work on projects outside of normal business hours. All staff meetings will take place during regular business hours. Responsibilities can be done virtually.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Interest in working with (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) APIDA college students

• Some knowledge of APIDA identity development and key social issues impacting the APIDA community

• Experience in presentation and/or workshop curriculum development and facilitation

• Experience in advising

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual OR Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? No

Additional Notes: Although this position is best conducted in a hybrid role (in-person and virtual), the position can also be done 100% remote.

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/15/2021)

Practicum Title: Leadership Today Retreat Planning and Coordinating

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Sharon Singh, Program Coordinator of the Mosaic Cross Cultural Center

Email Address: christopher.yang@sjsu.edu

Institution: San Jose State University

Department: Mosaic Cross Cultural Center

Practicum Description: This practicum would allow for an individual to assist in the planning and implementation of our annual Leadership Today retreat for Spring 2022. This will be the 19th year the Leadership Today retreat will happen at SJSU, however due to transitional nature of moving out of a virtual learning environment, the retreat will need to look different while still fulfilling the learning outcomes of the retreat. The person will help with planning co-curricular learning, coordinating logistics, and conducting assessment of the retreat.

Learning Outcomes:

• Research and propose pedagogical approaches to fulfill social justice and leadership learning outcomes for Leadership Today retreat participants.

• Develop and implement assessment of learning outcomes for Leadership Today retreat participants, along with the collaboration of campus planning partners.

• Enhance understanding of leadership and social justice principles.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Leadership; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• 15 hours researching and developing learning methods

• 20 hours creating learning modules based on results of discussion and research

• 15 hours coordinating with Peer Mentors on dialogue and facilitation

• 15 hours coordinating Leadership Today retreat

• 15 hours developing and implementing assessment

• 20 hours developing post retreat engagement with participants

Scheduling Needs: Flexible hours. Individual will be expected to meet on a regular basis with supervisor and campus partners.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Experience with social justice and leadership principles.

• Experience with peer mentorship.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? No

Additional Notes: A great opportunity for innovation in retreat and workshop environments.

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/8/2021)

Practicum Title: USF Residential Life Gender Inclusive Community Orientation

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Summer 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Malibu Taylor, Residence Director

Email Address: mecox1@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Office of Community Living

Practicum Description: Residential Life at the University of San Francisco has Gender Inclusive floors for our queer, trans, and gender non-conforming students in 3 of our residential areas, including one of our first year halls, our transitional suite style apartments, and our full apartments so students of all years can continue to live in a supportive community. It is our goal to expand our educational and community building opportunities for the Gender Inclusive residents by creating an early orientation experience to help them bond, learn, and set community goals. The practicum student will be able to collaborate with USF campus partners both in and out of the Office of Community Living, research best practices for identity based orientation programs, and create an orientation program for this incredible group of students.

To learn more about our Gender Inclusive Community at USF, please go to https://www.usfca.edu/housing/gender-inclusive-housing

Learning Outcomes:

• Student will gain experience working with residential life and themed living communities.

• Student will increase knowledge around queer, trans, and gender non conforming students and their experiences and concerns in a campus housing environment.

• Student will perform benchmarking research and use that knowledge to create programmatic events for an early arrival orientation experience.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Leadership; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

Spring

• Benchmarking USF's current specialty orientation programs such as Black Student Orientation and International Student Orientation (15 hours)

• Benchmarking other institution's specialty orientation programs with a focus on queer orientation programs. (15 hours)

• Connecting with strategic USF campus partners such as the Gender and Sexuality Center, Title IX Office, other Office of Community Living staff, etc. (15 hours)

• Assessment and feedback sessions with current Gender Inclusive Residents (10 hours)

• Assessment and feedback sessions with our Gender Inclusive RAs (10 hours)

• Utilize gathered feedback and research to create a framework structure and timeline for orientation events for the Gender Inclusive community. (15 hours)

• Meet with practicum supervisor for progress checks and feedback sessions (20 hours)

Summer

• Check in meeting with campus partners in preparation for activities (15 hours)

• Scheduling and reserving rooms and spaces for the event (10 hours)

• Training check in with GI RAs (5 hours)

• Logistics preparation for the event: program shopping for supplies with supervisor, printing, etc. (20 hours)

• Actual programming day(s)! (20 hours including prep and set up)

• Programming evaluation and review (10 Hours)

• Meet with practicum supervisor for progress checks and feedback sessions (20 hours)

Scheduling Needs: In the Spring, part of this practicum will include benchmarking other campus's orientation programs as well as USF's own specialty orientations and creation of proposed schedule and timeline that can be done independently during "off" hours.

In the Summer, part of this practicum will include technical support such as scheduling and reserving spaces for the orientation that can be done independently during office hours.

Required/Preferred Skills:

Comfort with outreaching to USF campus partners and student affairs professionals at other institutions required.

Experience in orientation or programming required.

Experience working with queer student groups required.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? No

Additional Notes:
This practicum will consist of 2 parts that can be completed by the same practicum student or can be completed by 2 separate practicum students. The Spring practicum will include the benchmarking and planning stages of the orientation, while the Summer practicum will include scheduling and execution of the orientation prior to move in day.

Experience in Housing and Residential Life is not required for consideration for this practicum opportunity. We welcome students who want to gain some insight and experience with this functional area to apply.

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/6/2021)

Practicum Title: Residential Life Hiring Practices Assessment Intern

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Michael Tran-taylor, Assistant Director

Email Address: mdt@berkeley.edu

Institution: UC Berkeley

Department: Residential Life

Practicum Description: The University of California-Berkeley in the Academic year 2022-2023 will be implementing a new policy restricting students to only serving for 1 yr in the RA position. We are looking to create a separate "Returning RA" position that will be available for RAs who wish to return to apply too. This position will assist us with assessing critical job functions, conducting focus groups and creating surveys, and putting together proposed job descriptions for our hall staff positions. This position will work with assessment data to help develop accurate job descriptions for all hall staff positions.

Learning Outcomes:

• 1. An understanding of the roles and responsibilities of various student hall staff positions

• 2. The ability to work collaboratively and understand the needs of both student staff and professional staff within the Department of Residence Life

• 3. Produce written data collection and analysis, as well as draft job descriptions and recommendations

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Leadership; Organizational and Human Resources; Social Justice and Inclusion

Work plan:

• Onboarding to UC Berkeley Residence Life Department 5hrs

• Peer institution research 10hrs

• Attending committee meetings 15hrs

• Facilitating focus groups 10hrs

• Standing weekly meeting to discuss goals and progress 15hrs

• 1 on 1 conversations with both student and professional staff 20hrs

• Written analysis of information gathered and proposals for implementation 25hrs

Scheduling Needs: This program will have a flexible schedule and will allow for both evening and weekend work when appropriate. The majority of the work may be performed virtually, although occasional in person meetings may be required. A work space will be provided when the successful candidate needs to be on campus instead of virtual.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• 1. Basic understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a Resident Assistant or willingness to learn

• 2. Familiarity with google platforms

• 3. Strong written and verbal communication skills

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Unsure at this time

Does this practicum provide compensation? We have applied for funds for a small stipend (maximum $1000) but are still awaiting approval. We will reimburse for any travel expenses and will provide meals if the HESA student is on campus during meal times.

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? Yes (updated 1/12/2022)

Practicum Title: Graduate Assistant

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Lauren Tong, Associate Director

Email Address: ltong4@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Center for Academic and Student Achievement (CASA)

Practicum Description: Work with CASA to gain insights into the technology side of higher education and student services! The student will work with various CASA committees to review and interpret data and trends of USF undergraduate student academic activities.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Student will demonstrate knowledge in using Salesforce and Tableau for data gathering

2. Student will demonstrate the ability to translate data to clear and actionable insights that may impact future business decisions

3. Student will demonstrate effective skills to present data visually

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Advising and Helping; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Technology

Work plan:

The student will work with various CASA committees including Salesforce Leads, Admin Team, Touchpoints and Intervention, Exploratory Students and more to review USF undergraduate student data and trends, with recommendations for future business decisions.

The General breakdown of the 100 hours:

- 20 hours on creating a CASA annual report using data collected in Salesforce for the 2021-2022 academic year

- 20 hours on CASA services assessment

- 20 hours conducting administrative work including learning the Tableau and Salesforce systems, committee meetings, etc.

- 40 hours gathering and reviewing reports using Salesforce and CIPE. Based on the student’s interest and CASA needs, the student can conduct analysis on various topics including students who received D/F grade, breakdown of students who have changed their academic programs, leave of absence, and more.

Scheduling Needs: Work can be performed on campus during office hours and remotely on your own. We'd love to have a hybrid schedule that works for the student.

Required/Preferred Skills: No specific skills needed, just a curiosity in learning and discovering.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? No

Additional Notes: We'd love for you to join us to discover undergrad student academic needs!

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Black Achievement Success and Engagement (BASE) Research and Evaluation Graduate Intern

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Kevin Collymore, Assistant Dean, Retention and Persistence Programs

Email Address: kcollymore@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Black Achievement Success and Engagement (BASE)

Practicum Description: The purpose of this practicum is to provide an opportunity for the graduate student to gain research and evaluation experience in conjunction with the Black Achievement Success and Engagement (BASE) Initiative at the University of San Francisco. Under supervision of the Assistant Dean for Retention and Persistence Programs, and in collaboration with the Faculty Director for BASE, the practicum student will assist BASE staff in research, assessment, and evaluation projects related to BASE programs, student outreach, and effectiveness. The practicum student will deepen their understanding of retention initiatives developed towards the persistence of black or African American students in higher education.

Learning Outcomes:

• Learn scholarly theory and pedagogy related to student retention in academia.

• Develop, distribute, assess, and provide present evaluations findings to stakeholders.

• Research retention and persistence initiatives and academic policies at peer Jesuit institutions and regional colleges and universities.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• 20hours x Research towards retention and persistence initiatives at peer institutions

• 20hours x Research towards academic success policies at peer institutions

• 20hours x Assessments (surveys, focus groups, etc.)

• 20hours x BASE Program Evaluations

• 20hours x BASE Assessment Plan for Academic Year 2022 - 2023

Scheduling Needs: Flexible, based on deliverables. Students can complete portions of their responsibilities off-campus. The HESA practicum student will record their hours based on meetings and projects assigned instead of a scheduled shift. The student may work on projects outside of normal business hours. Most meetings will take place during regular business hours.

Required/Preferred Skills: Public speaking, Facilitation, Google Suite, Microsoft Applications, Adobe, Canva, Social Media, Writing and Proofreading.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? none listed

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: First-Generation and Students of Color Programming Graduate Intern

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Summer 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Kevin Collymore, Assistant Dean, Retention and Persistence Programs

Email Address: kcollymore@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Black Achievement Success and Engagement (BASE) / Center for Academic and Student Achievement (CASA)

Practicum Description: The purpose of this practicum is to provide an opportunity for the graduate student to gain direct practical experience developing, facilitating, assessing student programming targeting first-generation and students of color in conjunction with the Black Achievement Success and Engagement (BASE) Initiative and Muscat Scholars Program (First-Generation) at the University of San Francisco. Under supervision of the Assistant Dean for Retention and Persistence Programs, the practicum student will assist in the development of workshops, marketing strategies, and assessment for first-generation undergraduate and graduate students at the University of San Francisco. Additionally, the graduate student will support ongoing workshops and programs sponsored through the BASE Black Resource Center.

Learning Outcomes:

• Design and facilitate development programs and workshops for underrepresented populations in higher education.

• Develop an effective marketing strategy to promote programming and resources for underrepresented populations in higher education.

• Develop, distribute, assess, and provide present evaluations findings to stakeholders.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• 50hours x Programming

• 10hours x Marketing Strategy

• 20hours x Assessments (surveys, focus groups, etc.)

• 20hours x MSP Assessment Plan for Academic Year 2022 - 2023

Scheduling Needs: Flexible, based on deliverables. Students can complete portions of their responsibilities off-campus. The HESA practicum student will record their hours based on meetings and projects assigned instead of a scheduled shift. In-person programming will take place both during normal business hours and early evening hours.

Required/Preferred Skills: Public speaking, Facilitation, Google Suite, Microsoft Applications, Adobe, Canva, Social Media, Writing and Proofreading.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? none listed

Additional Notes: none listed

N/A

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Student Leader Engagement Assessment Analyst

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Summer 2022; Fall 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Janine Silvis, Assistant Director for Residential Education

Email Address: jaasilvi@ucsc.edu

Institution: University of California, Santa Cruz

Department: College Student Life

Practicum Description: The student in this role will work on creating an assessment report on the student leader training that took place in the previous summer. The committee has collected data from student leaders and their supervisors and will synthesize this data, do additional research on best practices, and present areas of improvement and excellence.

Learning Outcomes:

• Interpreting survey results from student leaders

• Examining trends and coding of data

• Correlating best practices with previous strategies

• Composing an assessment report

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Organizational and Human Resources; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• Weekly one on ones with supervisor 5 hours

• Committee Meetings 5 hours

• Review of data 25 hours

• Additional research 20 hours

• Report generation 35 hours

• Presentation 10 hours

Scheduling Needs: This practicum will not require a rigid schedule. The graduate student should be available for meetings and supervisor one on one meetings during the regular work week and business hours.

It should be noted that our campus is on the quarter system and so ideally practicum participants can commit to 10 hours for 10 weeks.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Preferred Introductory level assessment skills through either previous work experience or a HESA assessment course

• Preferred familiarity with Qualtrics

• Required use of Google Suites

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual

Does this practicum provide compensation? Currently being determined.

Additional Notes: none listed

TBA

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Hate/Bias Response Developer

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Fall 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Janine Silvis, Assistant Director for Residential Education

Email Address: jaasilvi@ucsc.edu

Institution: University of California, Santa Cruz

Department: Cowell College and Stevenson College

Practicum Description: The Hate/Bias Response Developer will join other college staff in creating college response procedures for Cowell and Stevenson Colleges. The intention is to create a plan of action that can be implement in response to a hate/bias incident and that the response would be rooted in restorative justice, anti-racist practices, and alternative resolutions.

Learning Outcomes:

• Compare Hate/Bias responses between similar institutions

• Examining current response protocol and campus climate

• Developing process and procedures to address hate/bias incidents

• Create template communications to ensure timely notification of hate/bias incidents

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Organizational and Human Resources; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• Regular meetings with other project coordinators 5 hours

• Research Hate/Bias response protocols, student needs 20 hours

• Conduct informational interviews with UCSC staff to learn more about the Hate/Bias response team 5 hours

• Conduct informational interviews with the Cowell and Stevenson staff to learn how each team member would participate in hate/bias response 10 hours

• Co-collaborate on developing procedures for common hate/bias incidents (including communication trees, RA instructions, manuals) 30 hours

• Write template emails and automated messaging for when the CWST staff is made aware of a hate bias incident 20 hours

• Present a training on the new protocol with other project coordinators 10 hours

Scheduling Needs: This practicum will not require a rigid schedule. The graduate student should be available for college student life meetings and supervisor one on one meetings during the regular work week and business hours

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Preferred Introductory level assessment skills through either previous work experience or a HESA assessment course

• Required use of Google Suites

• Strong writing skills required

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual

Does this practicum provide compensation? Currently being determined.

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Outreach and Communications (Social Media) Practicum

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Dr. Melissa-Ann Nievera-Lozano, ASPIRE Coordinator; Ethnic Studies Professor

Email Address: melissa-ann.nievera-lozano@evc.edu

Institution: Evergreen Valley College

Department: Ethnic Studies

Practicum Description: The ASPIRE (Asian/Pacific Islander Resources for Excellence) Program at Evergreen Valley College is designed to increase the academic and personal success of Asian/Pacific Islander students through scholarships, tutoring, counseling, and mentoring with dedicated faculty and staff. The program seeks to expand its visibility to students through outreach and/or communication needs especially through social media; that is, actively posting pertinent information regarding access to student services, student involvement and activism, and overall wellness at EVC. Roles and responsibility of this practicum intern will consist of managing the social media campaign, working with the current ASPIRE Coordinator and programmatically engaging students through outreach events on and off campus as well.

Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to effectively apply technology to operationalize multiple platforms in the delivery of important information in the service of others. Students will be able to evaluate the need for thoughtful messaging to reach targeted population.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Advising and Helping; Leadership; Organizational and Human Resources; Personal and Ethical Foundations; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development; Technology; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan:

• 64 hrs designing, posting, researching, and tracking social media content

• 36 hrs supporting outreach events on and off campus

Scheduling Needs: Students may complete responsibilities during "off" hours.

Required/Preferred Skills:

Required technical skills involving all social media platforms: Canva, Instagram and Facebook (possibly TikTok and Twitter). A personable charisma that engages with people in conversations about student services. Preferred background in Ethnic Studies and/or work in DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging) efforts.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? We will be considering compensation for gas and/or transportation.

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: R.PAATH Community Assistant

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Fall 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Janine Silvis, Assistant Director for Residential Education

Email Address: janine.silvis@ucsc.edu

Institution: University of California, Santa Cruz

Department: College Student Life

Practicum Description: The R.PAATH Community Assistant will provide direct support to the R.PAATH resident assistants (2) and help improve our curricular strategies. The R.PAATH Community Assistant will also play a big role in communicating with our campus partners at the African American Resource and Cultural Center (AARCC) and have a direct role in creating MOUs for both offices, recruitment of R.PAATH RAs and peer mentors, and monitoring the R.PAATH budget.

Learning Outcomes:

• Collaborating with campus partners to further the mission of R.PAATH

• Presenting areas of improvement to the curriculum for R.PAATH

• Assessing the needs of the community and the RAs

• Building a memorandum of understanding with campus partners

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Advising and Helping; Leadership; Organizational and Human Resources; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan:

• Supervisor 1:1s, 10 hours

• RA 1:1s, 10 hours

• Advising and supporting community led events, 10 hours

• Campus partner meetings, 10 hours

• R.PAATH curricular strategies retrospective, 10 hours

• R.PAATH RA and Peer Mentor recruitment and selection, 5 hours

• Updated MOU for R.PAATH and the AARCC, 10 hours

• Updated R.PAATH curriculum, 20 hours

• Propose opportunities for R.PAATH Alumni engagement, 10 hours

• End of the year retrospective, 5 hours

Scheduling Needs: This practicum will not require a rigid schedule. The graduate student should be available for meetings and supervisor one on one meetings during the regular work week and business hours. Being present, in-person, at community events is at the discretion of the graduate assistant.

It should be noted that our campus is on the quarter system and so ideally practicum participants can commit to 5 hours for 20 weeks (winter and spring quarter).

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Experience advising student leaders preferred

• Interest and experience working with the specific community is strongly preferred

• Strong writing skills required

• Familiarity with curricular approach is preferred

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? none listed

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Transfer Community Assistant

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Fall 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Stacey Faulk, Coordinator for Residence Education

Email Address: sfaulk@ucsc.edu

Institution: University of California, Santa Cruz

Department: College Housing and Educational Services

Practicum Description: The Transfer Community Assistant will provide direct support to the Transfer Community resident assistants (4) and help improve our curricular strategies. The Transfer Community Assistant will also play a big role in communicating with our campus partners at Services for Transfer and Re-entry Students (STARS) and have a direct role in creating MOUs for both offices, recruitment of STARS RAs and peer mentors, and monitoring the Transfer Communities' budget.

Learning Outcomes:

• Collaborate with campus partners to further the mission of our Transfer Communities.

• Present areas of improvement to the curriculum for our Transfer Communities.

• Assess the needs of the community and the RAs.

• Build a memorandum of understanding with campus partners.

• Negotiate for a live-in peer mentor position(s).

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Advising and Helping; Leadership; Organizational and Human Resources; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan:

• Project or Task

• Time to Completion

• Supervisor 1:1s

  • 10 hours

• RA 1:1s

  • 10 hours

• Advising and supporting community led events

  • 10 hours

• Campus partner meetings

  • 10 hours

• Transfer Communities curricular strategies retrospective

  • 10 hours

• Transfer RA recruitment and selection

  • 5 hours

• Updated MOU for the Transfer Communities and the STARS

  • 20 hours

• Updated the Transfer Communities curriculum

  • 20 hours

• End of the year retrospective

  • 5 hours

Scheduling Needs: This practicum will not require a rigid schedule. The graduate student should be available for meetings and supervisor one on one meetings during the regular work week and business hours. Being present, in-person, at community events is at the discretion of the graduate assistant.

It should be noted that our campus is on the quarter system and so ideally practicum participants can commit to 5 hours for 20 weeks (winter and spring quarter).

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Experience advising student leaders preferred.

• Interest and experience working with the specific community is strongly preferred.

• Strong writing skills required.

• Familiarity with curricular approach is preferred.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual

Does this practicum provide compensation? TBD

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/9/2021)

Practicum Title: Graduate Student Organizations and Fund Support

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Jessica Alva, Assistant Director for Student Organizations

Email Address: jealva@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Student Leadership and Engagement

Practicum Description:
Part A. Student Leadership and Engagement oversees the recognition process for over 15 graduate student organizations. This includes reviewing their constitutions, updating their executive board rosters, and supporting graduate organizations in their organization transitions. Through this practicum, the HESA student will have the opportunity to learn and assist with the recognition process and support the development of these organizations.

Part B. Student Leadership and Engagement supports the Associated Graduate Students of the University of San Francisco (AGSUSF) in various capacities. Through this practicum experience, the HESA student will support the assistant director for student organizations, AGSUSF's Finance Committee advisor, in advising the group on funding applications that have been submitted and the overall spring budgeting process. AGSUSF's Finance Committee allocates approximately $60,000 in funding requests from organizations and graduate students. They also allocate an additional $145,000 in budgets. The HESA student will also have the opportunity to be a voting member of AGSUSF's Finance Committee.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Student will support the recognition process for graduate student organizations.

2. Student will support graduate student organizations more broadly in preparing for the recognition process and how to advise students through transitions.

3. Student will learn about budget management, financial policies and procedures, AGSUSF budget allocation, etc. in a student-led decision making space.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:

Advising and Helping; Law, Policy, and Governance; Leadership; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:

• 20 hours: 1-on-1 meeting with supervisor

• 20 hours: graduate student organization support

• 35 hours: graduate student organization renewal process support

• 25 hours: AGSUSF Finance Committee

Scheduling Needs:

• Must be available on Thursdays during the Spring semester between 6:00-8:00pm (remote is preferred)

• 1-on-1 meetings must be done between 10-4pm M-F (remote or in-person)

• Graduate student support and renewal can be flexible (remote or in-person)

Required/Preferred Skills: Budgeting, technology/equipment, and student organization advising preferred, but not required.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual OR Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? Yes, $16.32/hour

Additional Notes: There is an opportunity to collaborate on other projects as well.

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Graduate Intern - Student Leadership & Engagement

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Summer 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Mike de Vera, Director, West Coast Graduate Services

Email Address: m.devera@northeastern.edu

Institution: Northeastern University - San Francisco

Department: Academic Advising Graduate level - Khoury College

Practicum Description: The Graduate Intern role will support the co-curricular offerings for our M.S. in Computer Science students in the San Francisco Bay Area. Responsibilities may include but marketing and execution of social, holistic, and academic events; co-supervision of the Student Ambassador team; and collecting/analyzing data regarding event feedback. Ideas and innovation supported.

Learning Outcomes:

• Student will gain a better understanding of supporting a graduate school commuter population of both international and domestic students preparing for a career in tech.

• Student will be able to execute a comprehensive program plan that is both on-ground and virtual.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Advising and Helping; Leadership; Student Learning and Development; Technology

Work plan*:

• 50 hours - planning and executing events

• 20 hours - advising/supervising student leaders

• 30 hours - data collection & analysis

*Open to making adjustments according to the career goals of intern

Scheduling Needs: Some 5-6pm events may be scheduled.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• An interest in working with graduate students, international students, or domestic students from marginalized backgrounds.

• Programming planning experience is preferred.

• Willingness to advise student leaders is preferred.
  

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Likely Hybrid of in-person/remote (unsure at this time)

Does this practicum provide compensation? $2,000 for 100 hours; option to extend for spring semester

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Intercultural Center Graduate Intern

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Legacy Lee, Director

Email Address: lrl2@stmarys-ca.edu

Institution: Saint Mary's College of California

Department: Intercultural Center

Practicum Description: Reporting to and assisting the IC Director, the IC Graduate Intern helps coordinate student programs and services related to diversity, social justice education, and identity development. The Graduate Intern provides support for the IC's ongoing programming initiatives, while also serving as an advisor and mentor for student leaders who often come from historically underrepresented and traditionally marginalized groups.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Reflect on how their personal identity, beliefs, values, and prejudices impact their interaction with others.

2. Practice respectful ways of interacting with people from different cultural backgrounds.

3. Apply relevant student development (or personality and human development) theories to their advising responsibilities.

4. Examine how power and privilege impact interpersonal and group dynamics.

5. Support and advocate for historically underrepresented and traditionally marginalized groups.

6. Develop excellent administrative, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.

7. Exercise self-awareness around personal growth areas and professional boundaries.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Advising and Helping; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan:
25-30 hours on EOY assessment report; 25-30 hours on student leadership/development; 20 hours on marketing and outreach, 20 hours on event coordination/advising

Scheduling Needs: Primarily ON campus during office hours - may be flexible for some assessment work remotely and off hours, as well as some student development after hours

Required/Preferred Skills:
Microsoft Office, Google docs/spreadsheets/forms, Slack, Instagram, leadership development theory/experience, facilitation experience, time management

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% in-person

Does this practicum provide compensation? Maybe a small leadership stipend if we get it approved (approx. $200-$300)

Additional Notes: The IC is committed to educating the campus about cultural competence, identity development, and social justice. IC programs and services are designed to explore the broad definition of culture and affirm the human worth of all individuals. The IC is primarily a programmatic center for students, coordinating campus events related to social justice & diversity education as well as dialogue-based workshops that promote inclusive community.

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Understanding the College Experience

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Jim Sciuto, Associate Vice President for Student Engagement

Email Address: jsciuto@stmarys-ca.edu

Institution: Saint Mary's College of CA

Department: Student Life

Practicum Description: Saint Mary's has restructured some of the departments within its Student Life Division. In developing a newly formed area of Engagement, the role of the practicum student will be to lead efforts to learn from students about their college experience and provide feedback that will help develop the newly aligned area. The student will actively engage with current students through structured programs and then assess the feedback and report out on the findings.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Plan & Conduct variety of listening sessions to learn of student engagement experience.

2. Assess and create report of results of from listening sessions.

3. Report out to staff of Engagement Area on results & make recommendations based on findings.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Advising and Helping; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Student Learning and Development; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan: We are interested in learning more about the student experience and receiving feedback directly from students. First portion of hours will be dedicated to designing how the feedback will be received and what questions will be needed to assess the work. This work will be done in conjunction with staff from the division. Feedback could be in form focus groups, individual meetings, surveys, etc. and will be designed by student in conjunction with supervisor and select staff. A large amount of the hours will be dedicated to receiving this feedback from students. The third part of the practicum will be to assess the data and develop an executive report, with recommendations, to provide to the area of the division.

Scheduling Needs: Many hours can be at the student's own preference. Some in-person work will be needed. Normal working hours not needed.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• ability to connect & communicate with students

• some assessment experience

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? No

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Sports Information Coordinator

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Marty Storti, Assistant Vice President for Club Athletics and Revenue

Email Address: mstorti@stmarys-ca.edu

Institution: Saint Mary's College of California

Department: Club Athletics

Practicum Description: Website development through competition recaps, interest stories, and brand development. Website development through recruiting prospective club sport athletes.

Learning Outcomes:

• Students will know how to recap a competition

• Students will know how to impact recruiting prospective students

• Students will know how to update club sport web pages

ACPA/NASPA Competencies
Leadership; Student Learning and Development; Technology

Work plan:

• 40 hours on competition recaps.

• 20 hours on interest stories.

• 20 hours on brand development through digital media.

• 20 hours on club sports recruiting pages.

Scheduling Needs: Communication with club sport leaders about competition results can be done off campus.

Required/Preferred Skills: Website development preferred

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? none listed

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/4/2021)

Practicum Title: Campus Housing Intern

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Samantha Alberto, Director of Residential Experience

Email Address: sja5@stmarys-ca.edu

Institution: Saint Mary's College of CA

Department: Campus Housing/Residential Experience

Practicum Description: The practicum student will be working within the Campus Housing Office, with a focus on marketing, a re-brand of the website, and developing updated materials for incoming students. The position will also be a part of the onboarding experience of new professional staff and help shape future departmental branding. Finally, the position will include face-time with students and student workers who will help guide marketing.

Learning Outcomes:

• Create unique and current marketing materials and branding.

• Assist with recruitment of students for housing.

• Develop online departmental presence.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Advising and Helping; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Student Learning and Development; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan:

• 30 Hours: Website refresh and re-brand, including digital footprint

• 20 Hours: Working with campus partners, including students, to re-brand department materials

• 20 Hours: Recruitment of new students to housing through tabling and events

• 10 Hours: Assistance with housing registration periods

• 10 Hours: Collaboration with other departments to create marketing materials (i.e., new student marketing)

• 10 Hours: Working with current student workers to develop identity and onboard new professional staff

Scheduling Needs: flexible, with some work at different hours

Required/Preferred Skills: some marketing background/experience

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? no

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/5/2021)

Practicum Title: Graduate Student Administrative Assistant

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Fall 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Rebecca Harper, Executive Director of Strategy, Planning and Operations

Email Address: rrh1@stmarys-ca.edu

Institution: Saint Mary's College of CA

Department: Student Life

Practicum Description: Within the department of Student Life at Saint Mary’s College of California the Graduate Student Administrative Assistant supports the Division of Student Life by assisting in the day-to-day operations and administrative needs for the office of the Vice President of Student Life.

Learning Outcomes:

• Assist with strategy, planning & operations for the Division of Student Life

• Assist in coordination of departmental programs, special events and division-wide projects

• Assist in data collection and maintain accurate records of Divisional reports.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Leadership; Organizational and Human Resources; Personal and Ethical Foundations; Student Learning and Development; Technology

Work plan: Within 12- 13 weeks, no more than 10 hours a week.

Scheduling Needs: In-person office working hours

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Possesses basic computer skills (Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).

• Has the ability to work in a team and individually.

• Has applied problem solving and/or conflict management skills.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% in-person

Does this practicum provide compensation? not at this time

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/6/2021)

Practicum Title: Postsecondary and Career Pathways Support

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Summer 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Jaclyn Babcock (HESA Cohort 9), Career Pathways Programs Director

Email Address: jaclyn@bgcp.org

Organization: Boys and Girls Clubs of the Peninsula

Department: High School and Postsecondary - Career Pathways Programs

Practicum Description: This practicum opportunity will focus on building career specific support and resources for our postsecondary students. The work will entail curating sector-focused resume examples, researching relevant and engaging career-focused resources and videos (e.g., on TikTok), providing feedback on career support through a social justice lens, and providing support on career and postsecondary events.

Learning Outcomes:

• Student will create resources to support career readiness and exploration for postsecondary students in a variety of career sectors.

• Student will demonstrate ability to incorporate content with engagement (pop culture!) and relevance for undergraduates around career exposure and readiness.

• Student will demonstrate skills in event planning and program collaboration and planning.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Social Justice and Inclusion; Technology; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan:

• 10 hours of meetings with practicum supervisor

• 60 hours of product creation including research

• 30 hours of event/program support

Scheduling Needs: Flexible - the majority can be done remotely

Required/Preferred Skills: must be organized, work well independently and in collaboration, open to feedback, basic technology and research abilities, and commitment to social justice

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual AND/OR Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? no

Additional Notes: none listed

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/9/2021)

Practicum Title: Changing the World from here and there--Internationalizing Higher Ed in the Post Pandemic World

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Anastasia Vrachnos, Associate Vice Provost, International Initiatives

Email Address: avrachnos@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Provost/Academic Affairs

Practicum Description: This position will work directly with the AVP of International Initiatives in supporting and advancing the scope of the University's teaching and research. The role is designed to offer a window into the internationalization strategy of a global university, as well as provide first-hand experience assessing international programming, communicating its impact and benchmarking associated results within the peer landscape.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Research and communicate USF's global vision using qualitative and quantitive data (ie "Tell the Global USF" story)

2. Evaluate and assess global programming

3. Become familiar with frameworks and best practices for international partnerships

4. Articulate a cohesive international strategy linked to broader university strategic objectives

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Leadership; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development

Work plan: Flexible work plan from February- May

• 25 hours on mapping USF's curriculum and global network,

• 20 hours on writing policy and framework for strategic/global partnerships and MOUs,

• 20 hours on evaluation and impact of global experiences,

• 20 hours working with faculty and departments on global priorities,

• 15 hours on storytelling/testimonials.

Scheduling Needs: Participant is not expected to perform all activities in the office. Some time in the office would be preferable in the early months to allow for training, orientation and meeting with supervisor. As intern becomes familiar, off-campus and off-hours work can be accommodated easily.

Required/Preferred Skills: Passion for internationalization, ability to interact effectively with individuals and institutions from diverse backgrounds and cultures, appreciation for global experience and experiential learning, strong communications and presentation skills, research skills, data visualization (preferred)

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? Yes, $2000 for up to 100 hours.

Additional Notes: Great opportunity to learn about how a university moves strategically to internationalize its campus and to think about how global education needs to change following the lessons of the past 2 years.

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/9/2021)

Practicum Title: Communications Coordinator

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Nathan Tregarvan, Special Assistant to the Provost

Email Address: ntregarvan@usfca.edu

Institution: University of San Francisco

Department: Provost's Office

Practicum Description: The HESA Intern will work closely with the Provost and her team to support a robust communications and outreach strategy. The role will help develop communication initiatives, assist in the planning, writing and managing of e-newsletters, identify target audiences, develop and maintain social media content, manage the communications calendar, evaluate the impact of communications, and collaborate with team members and other units on campus regarding new ideas and directions for authentic, accountable and inclusive communications.

Learning Outcomes:
1.Develop knowledge, skills, and judgment around communications

2. Locate and leverage information/data that convey communications objectives

3. Select appropriate modalities and technologies to accomplish communication goals

4. Adapt messages to the diverse needs of various campus stakeholders and contexts

5. Present messages in multiple communication modalities and contexts

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Leadership; Organizational and Human Resources; Personal and Ethical Foundations; Social Justice and Inclusion; Technology

Work plan:

• 5-6 hours per week throughout the term working on Provost's office communications including drafting written communications, partnering with relevant offices, creating visual representation and slide decks, coordinating social media, maintaining timeline

Scheduling Needs: At least one day a week in the office would be ideal; there is flexibility

Required/Preferred Skills: Strong written, oral and visual communications skills, familiarity with social media, data analytics and visualization; creative problem-solver; discretion; impeccable judgment

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? Yes, TBD

Additional Notes: Opportunity to work with a very dynamic, high-energy, top-level leader committed to inclusive, authentic, and accountable communications.

Filled for Spring 2022 (updated 12/9/2021)

Practicum Title: Newsletter Coordinator

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Paul Kircher, Assistant Dean of Student and Community Life (https://www.scu.edu/jst/about/staff/paul-kircher/)

Email Address: pkircher@scu.edu

Institution: Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University

Department: Student Life

Practicum Description: This position will be responsible for promoting community events and other internal news at the Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University (JST-SCU). This will occur, primarily through the development and delivery of a weekly electronic newsletter called the Magis. You can learn more about the (JST-SCU), which is located in Berkeley, by visiting https://www.scu.edu/jst/.

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop proficiency using the web management platform Terminal Four (T4).

• Develop written communication skills.

• Develop the ability to promote campus wide programming.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Organizational and Human Resources; Technology; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan: At the beginning of the practicum students will be trained to use Terminal Four (T-4), the web management platform used to create the weekly newsletter. Subsequently, students will spend about four hours a week compiling the newsletter, which is delivered every Friday during the Spring semester.

Scheduling Needs: Students will have flexibility to develop a work plan that works for them. The majority of the work will occur remotely, and at the students convenience, with opportunities to come to JST-SCU’s campus in Berkeley when necessary. As previously mentioned, there will be a weekly deadline to deliver the newsletter each Friday.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Strong writing skills and attention to detail are required.

• Previous web management experience is preferred but not required.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? Paid (specifics TBA)

Additional Notes: If working remotely, students will be required to use their own personal computer and have access to reliable internet. There may be opportunities to work from the JST-SCU campus in Berkeley during typical business hours.

Filled for Spring 2022? No (updated 11/8/2021)

Practicum Title: Women's History Month (WHM) Programming Coordinator

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022; Fall 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Sharon K. Sobotta, Director of Center for Women & Gender Equity (CWGE)

Email Address: ssobotta@stmarys-ca.edu

Institution: Saint Mary's College of California

Department: Center for Women & Gender Equity

Practicum Description: Practicum students will gain hands-on experience with helping to shape, promote and assess intersectional programming that looks at gender in tandem with race, class, sexual orientation, and other dimensions of identity for Women’s History Month related to this year’s theme “Both-And/ Yes, And.”

Learning Outcomes: As a result of this experience students will-

• Thoughtfully engage in dialogue & discourse while planning meaningful programs

• Learn effective strategies to meet students where they are at in their developmental journeys.

• Engage in creative problem solving and meaningful collaborations in doing intersectional work.

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Advising and Helping; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development; Technology; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan: Practicum students will do the following:

• Gain experience in collaborative program building while integrating the voices and perspectives of students, faculty and staff to work toward common goals.

• Oversee a student engagement program (such as ‘Our Voices: Our Stories’ that will be offered during spring semester

• Assist with developing social media campaigns that engages students with themes and content related to programs and learning outcomes.

• Gain the opportunity to help support community engagement students who are completing service projects in the Center for Women & Gender Equity. This support may involve supporting students in their developmental journeys with such things as goal setting and reflection on progress.

Scheduling Needs: There are tasks that vary in hours and times.

Required/Preferred Skills: Hybrid Position: This practicum may be completed as hybrid--both onsite and online Competencies & Characteristics

The practicum student has an understanding of the following: Intersectionality, collaboration, identity development, social media literacy, thinking outside of the box to effectively meet students where they are, assessment have and a desire to learn as we go.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? "A small stipend is possible"

Additional Notes: "I am excited to partner with a practicum student and also make my best effort to pair student up with projects that mirror their passions."

Filled for Spring 2022? Yes (updated 1/12/2022)

Practicum Title: Building a Career Education Framework

Term this practicum is available: Spring 2022

Supervisor Name/Title: Pamela Paspa, Assistant Dean and Associate Director

Email Address: ppaspa@stanford.edu

Institution: Stanford University

Department: BEAM, Stanford Career Education

Practicum Description: This practicum will examine how Undergraduate and Master's students are best served by building a Career Education framework with career theory(ies) that help students navigate career concerns, build "social capital" (access resources, and connection to people) and develop and maintain their career aspirations.

Learning Outcomes:

• Learn career theories and how students engage and apply theories to life and career pursuits

• Learn how to apply theories to an impactful framework that created data based decision making for career services for undergraduate and master's students

ACPA/NASPA Competencies:
Advising and Helping; Assessment, Evaluation, and Research; Leadership; Organizational and Human Resources; Personal and Ethical Foundations; Social Justice and Inclusion; Student Learning and Development; Values, Philosophy, and History

Work plan: This practicum requires research, developing a data-informed framework, visual creation and representation of a career theories informed framework that helps develop how career coaches engage with the most recent research-based applications of career theories. The supervisor for this practicum is completing her doctorate and focuses on DEI and frameworks that support marginalized and underrepresented groups and is interested in applying a similar framework to undergraduate and graduate students at Stanford University.

Scheduling Needs: This practicum is remote (or in office if the student would like to work in the office) and can be completed off-hours provided hours and deliverables are agreed upon for the student and their supervisor is very flexible with the needs of the students' availability.

Required/Preferred Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft office suite, Adobe design suites (helpful) data analysis (helpful) comfortable with design projects and learning career-related theories.

In-person, virtual, or hybrid opportunity? 100% remote/virtual OR Hybrid of in-person/remote

Does this practicum provide compensation? This practicum does not provide compensation

Additional Notes: "We're a great office and a fantastic group of people. The student who receives this practicum becomes a very valued part of the team!"