Seeing as my posts will become much more interesting when I arrive at Dickinson, I will update you on my learning contract. I was extremely lucky to be given a detailed outline by my supervisor, Ms. Mary, when we started discussing the specifics of my practicum earlier this summer. I am going to have the opportunity to work with housing and training of new Resident Advisors -- this is something that I am really excited about because not only will it help me with increasing housing knowledge, but I will also be able to compare it to what I know and participate in with RA training at Mississippi State. I have also been given the opportunity to work with the first and second year programs that they have for student development on campus. This is something that I hope to be better prepared for once I arrive on campus in less than three weeks to make sure that I am as prepared as I can be to assist in any way. Orientation, additional student development, potential media resources and other opportunities will be shown to me as well.
Something that I am also very excited about is the chance that Ms. Mary is giving me to speak with Student Affairs professionals one on one while I am at Dickinson. The goal is for me to meet with at least one a week, but possibly two, to gain better knowledge about the different departments of Student Affairs on that campus. She is not only thinking of people that would be good for me to meet with, but also allowing me to give input on who I might want to visit with. This is another great way to see the difference in private vs. public or smaller vs. larger institutions. My supervisor for the summer comes with a great Student Affairs background and I am hopeful to pick her brain and gather as much diverse information as possible while at Dickinson.
Can't wait to be in Pennsylvania! - Carrie
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