CSP Office Graduate Assistantships

College of Education & Human Services

An assistantship in the CSP Recruitment and Retention Office offers graduate students an exciting opportunity to engage in the recruitment and support of students within the CSP program. In this role, graduate assistants work closely with faculty to develop and implement strategies aimed at attracting diverse candidates, enhancing student engagement, and promoting retention initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

Organizing recruitment events
Conducting outreach to prospective students and alumni
Supporting current students in their academic journeys

This hands-on experience develops essential skills in marketing, program evaluation, and student support.

Assistantship Site Overview: The CSP office is the administrative office that supports the CSP program. It typically handles program-related matters such as admissions, advising, student and alumni support, and recruitment and retention efforts, as well as providing resources for students enrolled in the CSP graduate program. It also serves as a hub for the faculty who coordinate and teach within the program.

Total Assistantship Positions: 2

Available Positions for 2025-2026: 0

Applying Theory to Practice:

Community Building: A GA could develop innovative recruitment strategies rooted in Schlossberg's Transition Theory, helping prospective students feel connected to the program by easing their transition into graduate school through personalized outreach and storytelling about the CSP community.
Creative Campaigns: A GA might lead fun, interactive recruitment initiatives, utilizing Kuh's Theory of Engagement to design experiences like virtual info sessions and social media takeovers, ensuring future CSP students feel engaged and excited from their first interaction with the program.
Recruitment "Strategery": A GA could engage with prospective students using Astin's Involvement Theory, showcasing how active participation in student affairs leads to greater success and fulfillment in graduate school.
Workshops for Success: A GA might organize skill-building workshops based on Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory, allowing current and prospective students to engage in hands-on activities that enhance professional competencies while fostering a sense of community and collaboration.
Balancing Challenge and Support: In line with Sanford's Challenge and Support Theory, a GA could design recruitment strategies that not only encourage potential students to step out of their comfort zones but also provide robust support systems to ensure they feel empowered and confident throughout their transition to graduate studies.
Embracing Diversity: A GA might implement initiatives grounded in Social Identity Theories, fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diverse backgrounds and perspectives among prospective students, while also creating a sense of belonging within the CSP community.

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CSP Loves Theory

Through one-on-one advising and outreach, our GAs utilize Tinto’s Model of Student Retention to help CSP students navigate challenges, ensuring they remain connected to the program and thrive academically and professionally—while also keeping their work dynamic and student-centered!