Here's what these students have to say about the Student Affairs Master's program:

 

Why did you choose the M.S. Student Affairs program at Missouri State University (MSU) over others?

"I chose Missouri State because of the practicum experience that it gave with the balance of the classroom work. Also, the people here were really friendly. I really enjoyed the campus and the atmosphere that this university has."

 

 

"...I know the commitment of this university and as faculty for student success, and that's a program you want to be a part of."

 

 

 

"I chose this program because it was new and I wanted to help build something. It also sounded...like a lot of important people were working very hard to make it successful." 

 

 

  

   

What do you want prospective students to know as they go through the application process?

"I wish that all students would know just how flexible the program is in terms of catering to your specific educational and vocational needs. All the professors who teach classes are entirely open to meeting your needs and hearing your opinions."

 

 

   

"The M.S. Student Affairs program at Missouri State is growing. The faculty members really care about you as a person and are willing to help out when they can.

 

 

 

 Why would you recommend the M.S. Student Affairs program at MSU to prospective students?

"The faculty are seasoned professionals who are knowledgeable and friendly. The cohort set-up is also a plus; the relationships formed in and out of class have been great."

 

 

  

"This program is unique in the sense that it has just started running, and I feel because of this I have received a rather up-to-date education with recent literature and technology."

 

 

  

"The cohort is very close-knit. Also, the professors care a great deal about the success of each student."

 

 

 

 

  

What significance was the practicum as a part of the curriculum?

"Gaining that hands-on experience is something that just cannot be taught in the classroom and also provides you with the opportunity to witness a career in an office of your choice that you may wish to pursue in the future."

 

 

 

 

"My practicum experience was great and opened my eyes to a new area of the profession, in which I am now interested in pursuing a career."

 

 

  

"The practicum (helped) make me aware of other departments in Student Affairs and what their responsibilities are and how they help MSU."

 

 

 

   

What are the advantages of holding a graduate assistantship (GA) position?

"One of the biggest advantages is that your supervisors care about your course work and want you to succeed."

 

 

 

  

"Relevant and hands-on experience in the field, getting to instantly apply knowledge from class into your work environment, (and) financial benefits."

 

 

  

"The day-to-day learning opportunities and the interactions with students. I get to put to use the things I learn."

 

 

 

 

   

What is the advantage of having Student Affairs faculty (administrators) teach in the program?

"It allows us to really get to know the faculty and be more comfortable with them outside of class as well. (It) puts a personal touch to the university."

 

 

  

"They not only teach a foundation, but model expertise."

 

 

 

  

"I enjoy having practitioners as instructors. They offer a fresh perspective and a creative approach to learning."

 

 

 

  

"Student Affairs faculty members have the ability to link what is being learned from the readings to first-hand experiences in the field. They fully understand the realities of the profession..."