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Team Structure
Why Does Student Affairs have Teams within its Staffing Structure?
"Academic learning and student development are processes that must be put together in a format that requires all the resources of the academy to function together in an integrated manner on behalf of students"
The Student Affairs staff at Longwood University embrace the foundational premise of the co-sponsored document Learning Reconsidered 2 (ACPA, ACUHO-I, ACUI, NACADA, NACA, NASPA, and NIRSA, 2006) which states that academic learning and student development are processes that must be put together in a format that requires all the resources of the academy to function together in an integrated manner on behalf of students. Student learning can no longer be defined in separate curricular and co-curricular terms. Furthermore, the work of engaging students can no longer be addressed from our individual departments or "silos" within Student Affairs.
Embracing the value of collaboration
Through a model that embraces the value of collaboration, the Student Affairs Division has established six teams within its staffing structure to address issues related to:
- Academic & Student Affairs Collaboration
- Assessment & Learning Plan
- Community Standards & Expectations
- Leadership & Involvement
- Professional Development
- Wellness
At Longwood, we are about the business of educating the whole student to become a citizen leader dedicated to the common good.
If our staff collaborate with our campus partners and each other, we will be better able to support, challenge, and assist each student along his or her journey.
2008 – 2009 Student Affairs Team Structure
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Academic and Student Affairs Collaboration Team
The Academic and Student Affairs Collaboration Team develops opportunities for collaborative relationships and initiatives that enhance student engagement throughout and across the learning environment. -
Assessment and Learning Team
The Assessment and Learning Team works in conjunction with the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs to oversee and facilitate the division's on-going assessment, research, and evaluation efforts. -
Community Standards and Expectations Team
The purpose of the Community Standards and Expectations Team is to examine current policies, procedures, and practices within Student Affairs for effectiveness and consistency with industry standards (best practices). We strive to promote the integration of Student Affairs with other areas of campus life. -
Leadership and Involvement Team
The purpose of the Leadership and Involvement Team is to explore issues and development opportunities to enhance student leadership and involvement at Longwood University. We also provide resources and assist Student Affairs staff members in their attempts to engage students in the co-curriculum at Longwood. -
Professional Development Team
As advocates of life-long learning for both students and ourselves, the Professional Development Team has been established to plan and facilitate intentional, on-going professional development opportunities for the Student Affairs staff. -
Wellness Team
The purpose of the Wellness Team is to partner with the campus in the promotion of a culture of health and wellness at Longwood University.