1.) What was one take away that you learned from working in FYE?
It is hard to pick just one takeaway as I feel my time as a Student Success Coach within FYE gave me several skills that are transferable for so many functional areas within higher education and student affairs. Skills such as managing a staff, academic advisement, and planning of large-scale events all fell within my role making it a unique fellowship experience.
2.) How did your experience in FYE prepare you for your first job after Salem State?
I think getting the unique experience of working within Academic Affairs was an experience that prepared me well for my current role. Learning about Student Affairs work in the classroom and practicing this within my fellowship was crucial; however, being able to see the other side of the equation and working with faculty gave me endless amounts of experience that I utilize everyday within my current role.
3.)What is your favorite memory/the best part of working in FYE?
I think one of the best parts for me was working with my fellow co-workers and building bonds with them as well as campus connections from various departments at the institution. Through regular interactions with these individuals I was able to not only experience different functional areas but make lasting friendships and professional connections.
4.) What skills did you learn from working in FYE, how are they applicable to your current job.
I would say my most useful skill obtained from this position was the ability to learn as I go. Being able to think on my feet and instantly problem-solve in the moment is something that benefits me both professionally and personally. No matter where I go in the future this is a skill I know I will utilize that is a standout among my peers.
5.) In what way(s) do you feel like FYE supported you in your growth throughout the HESA program?
I feel I was very supported throughout my time at FYE. The main way I felt this support was from my supervisor. Being able to lean on him while I was still new in the field was comforting. Knowing that even when I made mistakes it would be turned into a learning experience for myself was essential for my success.
6.) What is one piece of advice you would like to give a first year graduate student who is about to start their Graduate retention fellow in FYE?
My main piece of advice would be to not be afraid to let your voice be heard. FYE is an office in which you can experience so much growth, but only if you are willing to speak-up and share your thoughts. Ultimately, this will be a position that can give you so much and its important to remember that to get these optimal effects you must put in as much as you can.
It is hard to pick just one takeaway as I feel my time as a Student Success Coach within FYE gave me several skills that are transferable for so many functional areas within higher education and student affairs. Skills such as managing a staff, academic advisement, and planning of large-scale events all fell within my role making it a unique fellowship experience.
2.) How did your experience in FYE prepare you for your first job after Salem State?
I think getting the unique experience of working within Academic Affairs was an experience that prepared me well for my current role. Learning about Student Affairs work in the classroom and practicing this within my fellowship was crucial; however, being able to see the other side of the equation and working with faculty gave me endless amounts of experience that I utilize everyday within my current role.
3.)What is your favorite memory/the best part of working in FYE?
I think one of the best parts for me was working with my fellow co-workers and building bonds with them as well as campus connections from various departments at the institution. Through regular interactions with these individuals I was able to not only experience different functional areas but make lasting friendships and professional connections.
4.) What skills did you learn from working in FYE, how are they applicable to your current job.
I would say my most useful skill obtained from this position was the ability to learn as I go. Being able to think on my feet and instantly problem-solve in the moment is something that benefits me both professionally and personally. No matter where I go in the future this is a skill I know I will utilize that is a standout among my peers.
5.) In what way(s) do you feel like FYE supported you in your growth throughout the HESA program?
I feel I was very supported throughout my time at FYE. The main way I felt this support was from my supervisor. Being able to lean on him while I was still new in the field was comforting. Knowing that even when I made mistakes it would be turned into a learning experience for myself was essential for my success.
6.) What is one piece of advice you would like to give a first year graduate student who is about to start their Graduate retention fellow in FYE?
My main piece of advice would be to not be afraid to let your voice be heard. FYE is an office in which you can experience so much growth, but only if you are willing to speak-up and share your thoughts. Ultimately, this will be a position that can give you so much and its important to remember that to get these optimal effects you must put in as much as you can.