Division of Student Affairs
Successful Staff
  • are technically competent.
  • understand what student affairs and the university have to offer.
  • have an "institution view."
  • support their supervisors, departments, student affairs, and the University.
  • deal with facts, not rumors.
  • take risks.
  • respect students.
  • understand the power of positive internal and external relationships.
  • thrive on learning and accepting new responsibilities and challenges.
  • are not afraid to say "I was wrong, and I'm sorry."
  • understand that, unless it is illegal, immoral, or unethical,all decisions-at some point-can be revisited.
  • understand and accept that change is inevitable and necessary if an organization is to improve.