Robert Pearl Starks

Lynda, Can you explain what you mean by social networking "comes and goes?" Let me share another perspective that might help reshape the way you look at "social media" and its impact on society. When we talk about social media, we are not talking about platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and the other usual brands the term "social media" typically conjures in peoples' heads. We are really talking about web-based tools that facilitates human interaction where Facebook, etc. are merely examples of such tools. That being said, the way we interact changes everything from how we learn, how we… >>>

Kathy, I definitely knew what you meant and wanted to comment on it so that others don't misinterpret as I have had similar conversations in which the other party assumed "elitism" was being suggested when this is far from the truth. Perhaps you can start with suggesting that other leaders within the institution take this course and perhaps it will help get them on the same page to re-think "career services" :) It is challenging but continue being the champion of the cause and do the best you can do to advocate for perpetual improvement. This is part of serving… >>>

Kathy, This is a common barrier for many who are in non-traditional employment situations (freelance/contract work, self-employment). Massage graduates certainly fit this category more so than do other types of graduates such as computer engineers who have a more defined career path and more opportunities for traditional employment. Non-traditional employment is one of the fastest growing sectors of the labor market known as the "gig economy." In a down economy (structural barrier), it becomes even more difficult to earn sufficient income through non-traditional employment. Kathy - you may find this podcast interesting and enlightening: The Gig Economy: Innovation Hub [PODCAST]… >>>

Kathy, When you say you'd love it if your school could be "more selective" in the admissions process, this statement can be misconstrued. The goal isn't to be "more selective" per se but rather, identify opportunity to have more appropriate evidence-based admissions criteria that correlate to student success (student success defined as becoming employed upon graduation vs. simply graduating). I know this is likely what you mean but I wanted to re-state this because although it may seem as if it is semantics, I think it makes a big difference when we communicate it this way because it more accurately… >>>

Carolyn, The support from your President is great! Thank you for sharing and providing real-world examples of how partnerships (i.e. Your OneStop relationship) and buy-in from other internal groups (Faculty, Campus Leadership, etc.) can expand capabilities. You have many of the best practices in place and as your school grows, the challenge will be to scale them and to continue refining the foundation you have built. Thanks again for engaging so much and participating in discussion which is, in my opinion, the most important aspect of the learning experience. It enhances everyone's experience. I appreciate it. Take care! Robert Starks… >>>