Publication Date
Fall 12-10-2021
Document Type
Action research project: Open access
Degree Name
MA Higher Education Leadership
Department
Leadership Studies
Abstract
The purpose of this action research study aimed to identify how to better promote and support the transition as emerging professionals and elevate the professional development capacity of Sixth College Residence Life at the University of California, San Diego. The primary research question guiding these endeavors is: What role do I/our office play in the transition of student employees to emerging professionals? The secondary question is: How can I/our office collaborate to elevate professional development practices and capacity? Research participants took part through virtual interviews, virtual focus groups, and the completion of an online survey. The significance of my efforts was attaining insight into meeting the development needs of a population at a critical point in their development and actualization. Findings indicate, through collaboration that creating opportunities to connect, lead, engage in further training, and build capacity can better serve college student employees as emerging professionals.
Digital USD Citation
Johnson, Juleane, "Promoting Professional Development through Appreciative Inquiry: Aiding the Transition of College Student Employees as Emerging Professionals" (2021). M.A. in Higher Education Leadership: Action Research Projects. 91.
https://digital.sandiego.edu/soles-mahel-action/91
Copyright
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