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The primary mission of this program is to prepare students for leadership roles in higher education student affairs. Integrating theory and practice, maintaining strong interdisciplinary relationships, fostering high quality research, and sponsoring activities that enhance the development of professionals are high priorities of the program.

"Small class sizes encouraged sharing of experiences and ideas." –Marianne Shreck'05

Contact Information

Charles Ryan, Ph.D.

377 Allyn Hall

937-837-3286/3006

charles.ryan@wright.edu

Joanne Risacher, Ed.D.

444 Allyn Hall

937-775-2680/3006

joanne.risacher@wright.edu


Comments from our faculty

"A major feature of our program is the opportunity for students to consider practicum experiences at one of the 15 higher education institutions in our metropolitan area.  These institutions represent very different types of environments: public and private, large and small, 2 year and 4 year, residential and commuter, as well as institutions identified as religiously affiliated, historically black, or progressive"

Joanne Risacher, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership - Student Affairs in Higher Education Program.


Comments from our students

"By offering courses instructed by professionals in the field, internship experiences that translate classroom theories into real-life applications, and an array of professional development oppurtunities, this dynamic program truly serves the needs of aspiring Student Affairs professionals."
–Samantha Moya, 2006

"The real gem for me was the ability to work directly with a variety of professionals in the field teaching our classes and supporting our passion to work directly with students"
–Kristi Maxwell, 2006

"The support and encouragement I have received from my instructors has been phenomenal. I feel that I have a solid foundation on which to build a career."
–Terre Stevenson, 2004

"As a non-traditionally-aged student working on a career change after my retirement, I felt very welcome in the SAHE program-both by the professors as well as the other students."
–Jim Ginzer, 2005

"The Student Affairs in Higher Education program allowed me to make a career change with ease."
–Charlisha Rankin, 2006

Educational Leadership Department
Student Affairs In Higher Education

Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Wright State University
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy.
490 Allyn Hall
Dayton, OH 45435-0001
937 775-2680 or 937 775-3286
Fax: 937 775-2405

Contact the Student Affairs In Higher Education Program

STUDENT AFFAIRS IN HIGHER EDUCATION - ADMINISTRATION
Master of Education (M.Ed.) or Master of Arts (M.A.)

Degree without teaching licensure.

The Students Affairs in Higher Education (SAHE.)program is developed to provide education and traiing for individuals interested in careers in students services. The emphasis of this program is on student affairs and development from an administrastive perspective. The primary mission of the program is to prepare students for leadership roles in higher education student affairs.


Course #
Course Title
Credit Hours
 FOUNDATION COURSE WORK      

25 hours

EDL 760 Introduction to Student Affairs in Higher Education 4
EDL 761 Theories of Student Development 4
EDL 763 Campus Ecology 4
EDL 751 Education Statistics and Research 4
EDL 765 Practicum in Student Affairs in Higher Education 4
EDL 767 Internship in Student Affairs in Higher Education 5
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS  

24-30 hours

EDL 762 Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education 4
EDL 764 Program Evaluation and Assessment in Student Affairs in Higher Education 4
EDL 766 Advanced Seminar in Student Affairs in Higher Education 4
EDL 768 Finance and Budget Management in Student Affairs in Higher Education 4
EDL 920 History and Philosophy of Higher Education in the U.S. 4
EDL 922 Law of Higher Education 4
EDL 999* Required for M.A. only Thesis 6
ADVISED ELECTIVES

EDL 852* Required for M.A. only

Statistical Analysis and Research (4) 10-16 hours


Total Quarter Hours: 59-71

NOTE: The SAHE program offers graduate students opportunities for involvement in a variety of areas while they are pursing their degree. Practicum, 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.

Program information last modified Wednesday, 27th August, 2008 @ 04:26pm



The Program
The Student Affairs In Higher Education program provides education for individuals interested in professional careers in student affairs. The emphasis of this program is on the administrative perspective of student services and supports student development. The Student Affairs in Higher Education program offers graduate students opportunities for involvement in a variety of areas while they are pursining their Masters's degree. Practicum, Internships, ( On-Campus | Off-Campus) 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.

Graduate students in our program represent gender and racial diversity, geographical spread, and a significant number of different undergraduate academic disciplines. Candidates have been active in student government, residential services, Greek life, campus recreation and others have worked full time in varied campus offices. Demand for graduates of the Student Affairs In Higher Education Program has been strong.

Total Quarter Hours: 65
Note: The course requirements are illustrative only. They are updated regularly to be in keeping with standards of good practice in Student Affairs as defined by the Council for the Advancement of Standard(CAS).

Practicum & Internships ( On-Campus | Off-Campus)

Some positions held by program alums:
Associate Director of Residence Life, California State University-Northridge
Community Director, Wright State University
Associate Director for Academic Support, Recruitment and Minority Affairs, Wright State University- School Of Medicine
Assistant Director of Alumni Relations, Miami University
Assistant Director of Admissions, Wright State University
Director of Student Activities, Cedarville University
Vice President for Enrollment Services, United Theological Seminary
Dean of Students, Wilberforce University
Assistant Dean of Students, University of Dayton
Director of Campus Recreation, West Alabama University
Director of Housing, Neuman College
Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Services, Wright State University
Academic Advisor, Ohio State University

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