FSU celebrates Careers in Student Affairs Month with opportunities for students to explore the profession

Throughout October, Florida State University Division of Student Affairs (DSA) is celebrating Careers in Student Affairs Month, a national initiative dedicated to highlighting the profession. 

The campaign spotlights the essential role student affairs professionals play in shaping the university experience through housing and campus life, health and wellness, student engagement and recreation, conduct, personal growth, leadership and more. 

“At Florida State, our student affairs professionals are the backbone of the campus experience, working tirelessly to support student success in and beyond the classroom,” said Amy Hecht, vice president for Student Affairs. “Careers in Student Affairs Month is a wonderful opportunity to recognize the lasting impact they make on our students every single day.” 

Students, faculty and staff can learn more about student affairs and explore the profession through several planned events and networking opportunities in the month-long celebration. Undergraduate and graduate students can take advantage of one-on-one networking opportunities with campus leaders, job-shadowing experiences and access to free online professional resources. 

In addition, DSA will host “Pathways to Leadership in Higher Education,” on Wednesday, Oct. 28, a leadership panel discussion featuring three regional student affairs vice presidents.  

Panelists will share insights on building higher education careers, overcoming institutional challenges, and identifying future trends in student support services. Attendees can ask questions directly during the interactive session. 

“Student affairs offers many career pathways, and the profession continues to evolve as students’ needs change,” said Zduy Chu, associate vice president for Student Affairs. “By connecting students who have an interest in the field, we are happy to help them discover new career possibilities as they navigate their higher education journey.” 

For more information and online resources, visit Careers in Student Affairs.  

Shadow an FSU Pro: Garnet & Gold in Action 
Applications open until Friday, Oct. 16 
Job Shadowing in November | Limited spots available 
Ever wonder what it’s like to work in Fraternity & Sorority Life, Student Engagement, New Student Family Programs, Campus Rec, Career Center, the Basic Needs Hub or another department within DSA? This is your chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at how campus departments operate and support students. Choose a department that interests you and complete the Shadow Program Interest Form by Oct. 16. 

DSA AT Market Wednesday
Wednesday, Oct. 14
11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Legacy Walk
Stop by the Student Affairs table to connect with graduate school representatives, meet FSU Student Affairs professionals and discover how they support your experience at FSU. 

Tallahassee Student Affairs Leadership Panel 
Wednesday, Oct. 28
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Globe Auditorium | Free Lunch Provided | Limited spots available 
Hear from three Tallahassee vice presidents of Student Affairs: Amy Hecht (Florida State University), William E. Hudson, Jr. (Florida A&M University) and Sheri Rowland (Tallahassee State College). Learn how they built their careers, the challenges they faced and the opportunities ahead in higher education. Free lunch is provided, but seating is limited. Reserve your spot by Oct. 23 and sign up to attend the panel presentation.  

Students: Free Professional Development Resources
FSU students have free access to NASPA, one of the biggest professional networks in the field. Join free webinars, search job boards, network with peers from colleges across the country and keep up with the latest trends in higher education.