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New Works Explore Challenges and Future of Fraternities and Sororities

New Works Explore Challenges and Future of Fraternities and Sororities

New Works Explore Challenges and Future of Fraternities and Sororities

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New Works Explore Challenges and Future of Fraternities and Sororities

ELPS Professor Patrick Biddix’s latest co-edited volumes explore conversations about the challenges and future of fraternities and sororities.

Book cover for "Foundations, Research, and Assessment of Fraternities and Sororities"Foundations, Research, and Assessment of Fraternities and Sororities (2019) features continuing conversations about the challenges facing fraternities and sororities on campuses across the country. Faculty, administrators, and alumni/ae will find inspiration as higher education scholars and practitioners that examine the past and future constructs of fraternity and sorority institutions. The volume opens with a historical section on the origins of fraternities and sororities, then moves to examine values, legal issues, and research before concluding with an overview of fraternity/sorority scholarship that includes profiles of large, national benchmark surveys.

“As higher education professionals seek to build leaders and programs that align with institutional values, this text provides thoughtful study and practical assessment of the fraternity and sorority experience.”

-Kathryn Cavins-Tull, Texas Christian University Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

Book cover for "Supporting Fraternities and Sororities in the Contemporary Era"Biddix’s second volume, Supporting Fraternities and Sororities in the Contemporary Era (2019), follows conversations and scholarship suggesting that not just change is necessary, but that there ought to be a fundamental reconceptualization of the fraternity and sorority construct.

“The authors’ focus on collaboration between campus based and Headquarters based fraternity and sorority professionals adds an important new perspective to the administration of fraternity and sorority affairs.”

Charles G. Eberly, PhD, Emeritus Professor of Counseling and Higher Education, Eastern Illinois University

Including summaries of national organizations from authentic, represented voices, chapters in Supporting Fraternities and Sororities in the Contemporary Era focus on solutions to support the fraternity and sorority experience and provide strategies and emerging explanations for the issues described in this text.

Both titles are available online via Myers Education Press.

ELPS Alum Receives Award

ELPS Alum Receives Award

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ELPS Alum Receives Award

Educational Leadership & Policy Studies alum Tanisha Jenkins, PhD, Director of Multicultural Student Life and Frieson Black Cultural Center, won the James E. Scott Outstanding Mid-Level Student Affairs Professional Award, part of the NASPA Region III Awards, 2020. Congratulations, Tanisha!

Frank Cuevas Named Permanent Vice Chancellor for Student Life

Frank Cuevas Named Permanent Vice Chancellor for Student Life

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Frank Cuevas Named Permanent Vice Chancellor for Student Life

Frank Cuevas, who has been serving as the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Interim Vice Chancellor for Student Life since January, will take on the role permanently.

“Over the last several months, some of which have been the most challenging we’ve faced as an institution, I have watched Frank’s steady leadership, his steadfast advocacy for our students, and the trust and respect he has built with the Student Life staff,” said Chancellor Donde Plowman. “Frank is collaborative, compassionate, and thoughtful in his decision-making, and he has already proven himself to be a tremendous addition to our senior leadership team. I’m absolutely thrilled he has agreed to take on the role permanently.”

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Vice Chancellor for Student Life Frank Cuevas

Cuevas previously served as Assistant and then Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Life. He also oversaw Student Housing at UT for seven years, beginning in 2010. He has been an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at UT for seven years.

“I am deeply honored to serve UT as the Vice Chancellor for Student Life. I am passionate about both education and the student experience, so I am very excited to get to work on behalf of our students. I wish to thank Chancellor Plowman for entrusting me with this responsibility. I look forward to continuing to work with her, our campus leadership, and the student life team to support student learning as we work to advance the university’s mission.”

Cuevas was the only finalist out of a nationwide pool of candidates.

Before coming to UT, Cuevas served in various roles in student housing at Florida State University for nearly 20 years. He holds a bachelor’s degree in international affairs, a master’s in student affairs, and a doctor of education in higher education administration, all from Florida State.

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2020 College Students Change the World Forum

2020 College Students Change the World Forum

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2020 College Students Change the World Forum

The inaugural College Students Change the World Forum, sponsored by the Leadership Studies program within the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS), will take place March 7, 2020 from 1:00-6:30pm in Strong Hall.

The Forum brings together high school and college students for networking, visioning, critical thinking, and oral communication exercises that help students see themselves as leaders within their communities and promote the ability for students to make positive, responsible contributions.

“We hope this opportunity will give Knoxville students a glimpse into how college and leadership studies can help them be better student citizens, as well as inspire these students to make their own impact on their world,” said Dr. Karen Boyd, Associate Professor of Practice and ELPS Director of Undergraduate Education. The highlight of this event will be a keynote from Dr. Theotis Robinson, Jr., with the remainder of the afternoon including connection activities, project presentations from current Leadership Studies students, and a facilitated Deliberative Dialogue about leadership challenges.

You can view the event flyer below. Click the flyer to download a PDF copy that includes the full event schedule.

 

CSP Practicum Site Visits

CSP Practicum Site Visits

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CSP Practicum Site Visits

This October, College Student Personnel (CSP) students, faculty, and practitioner-educators will visit multiple colleges and universities in Georgia to learn about student affairs and higher education at distinct institutional types. Site visits include the University of West Georgia, Georgia Institute of Technology (GA Tech), and Emory University.

These practicum visits are one of many program activities that combine peer-to-peer learning and professional socialization to provide graduates with practical experiences that are grounded in research and theory. Since the beginning of the College Student Personnel program over seventy years ago, more than 650 students have graduated and progressed to various roles in higher education and related services.

For more information on the University of Tennessee College Student Personnel program, visit https://cehhs.utk.edu/elps/csp/.

Ellen Neufeldt, EdD, Named CSUSM’s Fourth President

Ellen Neufeldt, EdD, Named CSUSM’s Fourth President

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Ellen Neufeldt, EdD, Named CSUSM’s Fourth President

The California State University Board of Trustees has appointed Ellen J. Neufeldt, EdD, to serve as the next president of California State University San Marcos.

Ellen is a graduate of the Higher Education Administration doctoral program at the University of Tennessee.

Marisa Moazen named Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research & Engagement

Marisa Moazen named Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research & Engagement

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Marisa Moazen named Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research & Engagement

Marisa Moazen, director, Office of Undergraduate Research at the University of Tennessee, has been named Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research & Engagement. Marisa is an alum of and adjunct assistant professor with the Higher Education Administration program in the department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies. Congratulations to Dr. Moazen!

Sonya Hayes Chosen as One of the New Editors for AERA Newsletter

Sonya Hayes Chosen as One of the New Editors for AERA Newsletter

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Sonya Hayes Chosen as One of the New Editors for AERA Newsletter

Sonya D. Hayes

Sonya D. Hayes, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, has been chosen as one of the new editors for AERA’s Division A newsletter.  She will serve a two year appointment beginning in May.