Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Fordham University

In the Office of Student Professional Development located in the Bronx, NY, the fellow will acquire invaluable experiences and training through active participation in various special events designed to provide professional development opportunities. The fellow will play an integral role in program planning and implementation by managing session logistics, designing and facilitating activities, conducting research, and evaluating outcomes. Additionally, collaborating with campus partners to improve program effectiveness and extend outreach efforts will be an essential aspect of this role. This presents an excellent opportunity for individuals who are seeking to deepen their understanding of higher education dynamics and cultures, while gaining insights into learning and professional development, leadership development, training, adult learning principles, session management, and effective programming strategies.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of professional development programming for graduate students, focusing on self-development, learning, career exploration and readiness, and networking opportunities.

• Collaborate on curriculum design and planning for the Preparing Faculty Program (PFF) tailored to doctoral students.

• Assist with logistics and organize GSAS events including the Welcome Reception, Alumni Networking, Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition, GSAS Research Day, and Research Conference.

• Conduct research on market trends, emerging learning models, programing effectiveness, and relevant alumni employment data pertinent to professional development.

• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

An ideal fellow should have a keen interest in leadership and professional development, programming, teaching, and training. Excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, project management abilities, and teamwork aptitude are indispensable. Experience with instructional design, website design, data analysis, video, and/or programming-related IT skills are a plus.

Your Host

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The Office of Student Professional Development at Fordham University’s Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) serves Master’s and doctoral students enrolled in 40 degree programs and 29 areas of study. The office is dedicated to enhancing the graduate school experience while offering students resources and support that prepare them to build bridges between graduate school and their next professional steps. To this end, the office designs and implements programming that promotes key learning competencies such as career pathway preparation, research experience, writing practice, and communication skills via the GSASFutures and Preparing Future Faculty programs. Additionally, we provide resources promoting student well-being, mentorship opportunities, and organize major events throughout the year such as New Student Orientations, the Fordham-GSAS Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition, GSAS Research Day, and the GSAS diploma ceremony during University Commencement.

SIF Mentor

Seoyoon Chang

Higher Education Leadership Fellowship Mentor

Assistant Dean for Student Professional Development, GSAS Fordham

Email

[email protected]

Seoyoon Chang is Assistant Dean for Student Professional Development at GSAS Fordham. She is a passionate educator who has dedicated her career to programming, teaching, advising, and researching in the field of learning and development. At Columbia University, she designed and implemented learning initiatives and programs to support…