Professional Development

Mission

The Student Affairs Professional Development Committee exists to facilitate professional development among divisional staff members through a number of initiatives. The committee's aim is to share information and increase communication; build a sense of team within the division; create interaction; improve staff morale and retention; and provide personal and professional development experiences designed to enhance the skills and knowledge necessary for staff to become increasingly effective in their roles.

Role of the Committee

The committee is charged with the following roles:

Plan, organize and coordinate Division-Wide Meetings, Professional Development Day and other events, as assigned;
Provide knowledge and resources to facilitate best practices;
Create opportunities for cross-departmental collaborations;
Develop and maintain a staff recognition program.

Members

Membership consists of two members from each sub-division of the Division of Student Affairs. The committee reports to the VP for Student Affairs and is chaired by the Vice President's designee.

Ryan Brady, Disability Resource Center
Yolanda Fernandez, Enrollment Services
Monica Garcia, VPSA
Art King, Committee Chair, VPSA
Susan Rockwell. Career Center
Marian Sofish, Registrar's Office
Alicia Samis, Student Conduct and Ethical Development
Hyon-Chu Yi-Baker, MOSAIC

Ideas for the Committee - please contact: Art King, (408) 924-5900

Above and Beyond Awards

Congratulations to our Spring 2013 Above and Beyond Award Winners!

Wei-Chen Lee, Counseling Services
Alicia Samis, Student Conduct & Ethical Development
Lisa Trikofski, Career Center
Emily Weideman, University Housing Services

Highlights from May 2013 Division-Wide Meeting