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regards to the overarching responsibility of a higher education institution. These aspects shape
the future of the field and our ability to holistically support our students.
Service & Advocacy
(LO 1 & 8; Artifacts C1)
Meaningful relationships are a core value in my life and have shaped my development
throughout the SDA program. As a Jesuit Volunteer, relational service was integral to my
experience and challenged me to engage with a diverse population of individuals while
advocating for their needs on a larger level. Through service to others, I believe we can learn
more about ourselves and how we perceive the world, thus fostering deeper self awareness.
Artifact C1 offers more insight into this framework through the application of theories to my
own development, including my time in the Jesuit Volunteer Corps.
When stepping outside of what is comfortable, we are challenging ourselves to develop in
new ways. Utilizing this mindset, we are better able to walk alongside our students and be
adequate advocates to address their needs. While interning at Cornish, I coordinated an
opportunity for students to engage the local community through Cornish Gives Back, which
promoted service and self reflection. The students who participated not only built relationships
with one another, but had their biases challenged.
Conclusion
While lifelong learning can incorporate a wider range of sub-areas, these are ways in
which I hope to continue to develop and enhance my professional identity. As discussed
throughout my online portfolio, the SDA program has provided a foundation on which to build
my professional practice and further developed my critical analysis skills, which are vital to
being a multiculturally competent and reflective professional.
References
Evans, N. J., Forney, D. S., & Guido, F. (2010). Student development in college: Theory,
research, and practice (2nd edition). San Fransisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
Oliver, M. (2008). The Truro bear and other adventures: Poems and essays. Boston, MA: Beacon
Press.
Student Development Administration (MA, MED). (n.d.). Retrieved from
https://www.seattleu.edu/education/sda/