Learning Outcomes for CSPA Practica Experiences

CSPA students will:

• explore new areas within student affairs and higher education administration
• observe and identify a variety of supervisory and managerial styles and philosophies
• apply techniques, theories and skills they are learning in the academic portion of the program
• individually identify specific learning outcomes and expectations for each practica experience through the completion of a written learning contract
• work in conjunction with site supervisor to develop and write goals, outcomes, and expectations for the experience
• initiate discussion with site supervisors about their expectations for the experience
• practice professional communication and managing supervisory relationships
• participate in at least one major departmental program, service or activity through each practica experience
• complete a reflection paper summarizing observations, experiences, and recommendations for the site supervisor

These outcomes are evaluated by the site supervisor at the conclusion of each experience.