WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY MASTER'S PROGRAM
GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
Program name: Student Affairs and Higher Education College: College of Education and Human Services Department: Educational Leadership Degrees and Emphases: M.A. or M.Ed. – Student Affairs Administration, Student Development and Higher Education Theory and Practice Tuition and Fees: http://www.wright.edu/admissions/feesnew.html |
Contact Person: Joanne Risacher, Ph.D. Phone: (937) 775-2680 Web Page (URL) address: http://www.cehs.wright.edu/sahe Degree first offered: 1984 Typical number of students admitted each year: 20 |
PROGRAM STATEMENT
The Student Affairs in Higher Education Program was developed to provide education for individuals interested in careers in student services. The emphasis of this program is student affairs and development from an administrative perspective. The program offers graduate students opportunities for involvement in a variety of areas within the field of student affairs. Practicums, internships, and graduate assistantships are designed to complement the academic course work and provide opportunities for practical application. Assistantships are not required but highly recommended for students to pursue. Candidates for the Student Affairs in Higher Education Program represent gender and racial diversity; geographical spread; and a significant number of different academic disciplines. Candidates have been active in student government, residential services, Greek Life, intramurals and have worked in varied campus offices. Demand for Graduates of Student Affairs in Hig! her Education Program has been strong.
PROGRAM MISSION
The primary mission of this program is to prepare students for leadership roles in higher education and student affairs. Integrating theory and practice, maintaining strong interdisciplinary relationships, fostering high quality research, and sponsoring activities that enhance the development of students are high priorities of the program.
PROGRAM UNIQUENESS
The Student Affairs and Higher Education emphasizes administration of student activities as a prime function. Campus is located in a metropolitan area with access to 50 post-secondary institutions for field placements, including both public and private institutions, as well as 2 year and 4 year institutions.
NATIONAL STANDARDS
Meets ACPA Professional Preparation Commission Standards: YES
Meets CAS Standards: YES
Other/Comments:
APPLICATION AND ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
CURRICULUM INFORMATION
Program Curriculum:
Foundation Courses - 12-16 hours
Introduction to Student Affairs in Higher Education (4 hours)
History and Philosophy of Higher Education in the United States (4 hours)
Statistics and Assessment for Education (4 hours)
Research and the Education Leader (3 hours) (for M.A. only)
Thesis (1-9 hours credit variable) (for M.A. only)
Student Affairs Administration - 25 hours
Introduction to Student Affairs in Higher Education (4 hours)
Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education (4 hours)
Law of Higher Education (4 hours)
Practicum in Student Affairs in Higher Education (4 hours)
Internship in Student Affairs in Higher Education (5 hours)
Finance and Budget Mgmt in Student Affairs/Higher Education (4 hours)
Advanced Seminar (4 hours)
Student Development - 12 hours
Campus Ecology (4 hours)
Theories of Student Development and Assessment (4 hours)
Program Evaluation and Assessment in SAHE (4 hours)
Elective Courses (10-16 quarter hours)
Special Topics in Student Affairs (up to 4 credits)
Community College (4 hours)
Intercollegiate Athletics (4 hours)
Diversity Issues (2 hours)
Is a thesis required? Yes, for MA Candidates.
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION - Students in student affairs or higher education administration programs (2003-2004):
| Total | 42 | 16 | 26 | 29 | 13 |
| 45 | 55 | ||||
PROGRAM FACULTY (Name, title, typical number of coursed taught annully, interests)
Dr. Charles W. Ryan, Professor -- Organizational theory, leadership practice and history of higher education; 4 courses
Dr. Joanne Risacher, Assistant Professor -- Leadership in higher education, leadership in student affairs and student discipline; 5 courses
Dr. Dan Abrahamowicz, Vice-President for Student Affairs and Higher Education -- SAHE administration, higher education law, and leadership development; 1 course
Dr. Glenn Graham, Professor Educational Statistics and Measurement -- Quantitative and qualitative inquiry and evaluation; 1 course
Dr. Michael Cusack, Director of Athletics -- History of university athletics and organization; 1 course
Dr. Joseph Berthiaume, Associate Director of Residence Services -- Residential life; 1 course
Dr. Rick Danals,Director of Student Activities-Leadership; 1 course
Other senior-level student affairs administrators for special topic courses, depending on professional expertise; 1 or 2 courses
Last modified
November 27, 2006
Information submitted by: Jennifer Adamson
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