Potential On Campus Practicum and Internship Sites

For Graduate Students in Student Affairs in Higher Education

This directory has been compiled based on responses received from a survey. An area left blank does not necessarily mean that the department or office is unable to accommodate a practicum or internship student, nor is this a comprehensive list of all available opportunities.

Other possible practicum and internship sites may be found at http://www.wright.edu/aboutwsu/dir_offices.html

List of Practicum and Internship Sites
Last Updated December 2008
Department and Contact Information Learning Opportunities Available Qualifications, Requirements and Application Procedures Academic Quarters Available

Asian/Hispanic/Native American Center,
154 Millett Hall

http://www.wright.edu/admin/ahna/

Mai Nguyen, Director
775-2798

mai.nguyen@wright.edu

Assisting with cultural programs and internet research on issues pertinent to programs/services offered by center.

Must be a graduate student, close to graduation, with good computer skills.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Prior interview with director.

Visit the AHNA Center website at http://www.wright.edu/admin/ahna/ to learn more and click on Internship Opportunities.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring.

Alumni Relations,
108 Allyn Hall

http://www.wright.edu/alumni/

Susan Smith, Executive Director
775-2620

susan.smith@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Contact office for details .

Quarters may vary.

Athletics Department,

356 Ervin J. Nutter Center

http://www.wsuraiders.com/

http://www.wright.edu/athletics/

Bob Grant, Director, Intercollegiate Athletics
(937) 775-2771


bob.grant@wright.edu

Contact office for details. Contact office for details. Contact office for details.

Bolinga Black Cultural Resources Center,
140 Millett Hall.

http://www.wright.edu/admin/bolinga

Central office:  775-5645

Dana Murray Patterson, Ph.D.

Director Bolinga Center
dana.patterson@wright.edu

775-5645

Stanford Baddley

Associate Director, Bolinga Center

Director, Minority Student Support Services

stanford.baddley@wright.edu

775-5648

Andrew-Bryee Hudson,
Assistant Director, Bolinga Center
andrew-bryee.hudson@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Quarters may vary.

Campus Recreation,
092 Student Union

http://www.wright.edu/crec/

Eric Corbitt , Director SU & Campus Rec.
775-5825

eric.corbitt@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Send letter/email of interest and resume to Eric Corbitt.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring,

Summer.

Career Services,
E334 Student Union.

http://career.wright.edu/

Cheryl Krueger, Director
775-2128

cheryl.krueger@wright.edu

 

Assist with Programs & Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Make an appointment with Cheryl Krueger at least six weeks prior to the desired start of the experience.

The earlier the initial contact is made, the better Career Services can accommodate the desired experience at the preferred time in the student's academic program.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Review home page prior to appointment; bring a resume and goals for the experience to the appointment.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring,

Summer.

College of Education and Human Services Office of Student Services,
365 Allyn Hall.

Chris Murphy, Director
775-4508

chris.murphy@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

No details provided

Fall,

Winter,

Spring,

Summer.

Disability Services,
E186 Student Union.

http://www.wright.edu/students/dis_services/

Jeffrey Vernooy, Director
775-5680

jeffrey.vernooy@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

A desire to work in the field after graduation

There is a formal application process for interested students.

Students should have an idea of a particular area in (ODS) they would like to pursue and suggestions of projects they could do as part of their experience.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring.

Division of Student Affairs,

350 University Hall

http://www.wright.edu/students/stu_affairs/

Simone G. Polk, Assistant Vice President for Student Services

775-2808

simone.polk@wright.edu

Shadow professional staff,

Gain a broad understanding of diversity, multicultural and social justice issues that impact the lives of college students,

Gain a broad understanding of the role of parent and student advocacy as it relates to student retention and success,

Gain a practical understanding of student development theories,

Assist in the planning, coordination and implementation of activities that support initiatives related to the commuter student population,

Assist in the planning, development, delivery and evaluation of programs and activities related to diversity, multiculturalism and social justice,

Assist in the evaluation and response to bias related incidents,

Assist in the evaluation and respone to students with specific needs, complex needs and critical needs.

Have 2nd year status as a SAHE graduate student.

Meet with the Assistant Vice President at least one quarter in advance to discuss educational objectives and possible activities/projects.

Interest in and familiarity with social justice programming.

Possess an understanding of intercultural and intracultural teaching and learning methods.

Possess an undertanding of the role of student support services as it relates to student engagement, retention and success. 

Fall,

Winter,

Spring.

Financial Aid,
E136 Student Union.

http://www.wright.edu/admissions/finaid/

Willie Boyd , Director
775-5727

willie.boyd@wright.edu

Contact the office for details.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Contact the office for details.

Contact the office for details.

Graduate Studies,
E344 Student Union.

http://www.wright.edu/sogs/

Jerry Malicki, Director
775-2976

jerry.malicki@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Contact the office for details.

Quarters may vary

Judicial Services,
131 Allyn Hall.

http://www.wright.edu/students/judicial

Gary Dickstein, Director
775-4240

gary.dickstein@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Contact the office for details.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring,

Summer.

Learning Communities,
003 University Hall.

http://www.wright.edu/uc/lc/new.html

Catherine Queener, Director
775-5759

catherine.queener@wright.edu

 

Teaching UVC 101 Course,

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Must have taught UVC 101 at WSU.

Apply in February and March, interview in April for UVC 101 instructor.

Have a project in mind.

Fall,

(only if a GA for Spring and Winter Quarters).

Registrar and Bursar Offices

E236 Student Union

http://www.wright.edu/admissions/bursar/

http://www.wright.edu/admissions/registration/

Marian J. Hogue, University Registrar
775-5606

marian.hogue@wright.edu

Contact the office for details. Contact the office for details. Contact the office for details.

Residence Services,
Residence Services Community Building.

http://www.wright.edu/studsvcs/housing/

Joe Berthiaume, Associate Director
775-4177


joe.berthiaume@wright.edu

 

Dan Bertos, Director

775-4172


dan.bertosos@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Set up a meeting. Prefer to meet in person to discuss options and intentions.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring,

Summer.

Student Academic Success Center (Tutoring Services, Math Center, and Writing Center),

Dunbar Library 023R

Dr. Darrin Sorrells, Assistant Dean

775-5772

darrin.sorrells@wright.edu

Assists with programs/events,

Gain administrative and managerial experience,

Assist with budget planning and oversight,

Individual project completion,

Overview of office/department,

Provide direct service to customers,

Assist students with tutoring and similar academic initiatives,

Shadow professional staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Submit resume to Assistant Dean and arrange a time for an interview.

Must be flexible in nature and possess sound interpersonal communication skills.

Must be willing to work in a team-oriented environment.

Must have good initiative and be able to work independently at times on projects.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring,

Summer.

Student Activities/Greek Affairs,
W012 Student Union.

http://www.wright.edu/students/greeks/

Iris Mirelez, Assistant Director
775-5570


iris.mirelez@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Send letter/e-mail of interest and resume to Iris Mirelez.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring,

Summer.

Student Activities/Leadership Development/Student Organizations,
W012 Student Union.

http://www.wright.edu/studentactivities/

Rick Danals, Director
775-5543

rick.danals@wright.edu

 

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Send letter/e-mail of interest and resume to Rick Danals.

Quarter may vary.

Student Activities/Campus Programs,
W012 Student Union. 019 Student Union

http://www.wright.edu/students/studentlife/

Tonya Mathis, Associate Director
775-5838

tonya.mathis@wright.edu

 

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Send letter/email of interest and resume to Tonya Mathis.

Experience with programming and knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred.

Quarters may vary.

Student Affairs & Enrollment Services,
362 University Hall.

http://www.wright.edu/students/stu_affairs/

Kathy Morris, Assistant Vice President
775-2809

kathy.morris@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Please contact regarding specifics.

Quarters may vary.

Student Support Services,
022 Student Union

http://www.wright.edu/students/studsupport/

Katie Deedrick,
Director,
775-5742.

katie.deedrick@wright.edu

 

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Contact office for details.

Quarters may vary.

Student Union and Event Services,
E005 Student Union.

http://www.wright.edu/studsvcs/union/

Eric Corbitt, Director SU and Campus Rec
775-5525

eric.corbitt@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Contact office for details.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring,

Summer.

Undergraduate Admissions,
E148 Student Union.

http://www.wright.edu/admissions/undergrad/index.html

Cathy Davis, Director
775-5000

cathy.davis@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Must be approachable, well read and excited about assisting prospective students. Professional dress.

Fall,

Winter

Spring,

Summer.

University Center for International Education,
E190 Student Union.

http://www.wright.edu/ucie

Michelle Streeter-Ferrari,

Director,
775-3766.

michelle.streeter@wright.edu

International Student Recruitment,

International Student Admissions,

International Student and Scholar Services,

International Visa and Support,

Education Abroad (short-term & long-term),

International Curriculum Development,

General International Education on University Campus.

Apply by providing director of UCIE a resume.

Director will schedule a f/u interview.

UCIE can tailor internship to student's experience and background.

Fall,

Winter

Spring,

Summer.

University College,
180 University Hall.

http://www.wright.edu/univ_college/

Jeanne Fraker,
Associate Dean- Administration,
775-5750.

jeanne.fraker@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring,

Summer.

University College,
180 University Hall.

http://www.wright.edu/univ_college/

Lillian Johnson ,
Assistant Dean for Academic Advising, and Transfer Services

775-5750

lillian.johnson@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Minimum Cum GPA of 3.00

Spring,

Summer.

Women's Center
148 Millett Hall.

http://www.wright.edu/admin/womensetr

Amber Vlasnik,
Director,

775-4524.

Amber.Vlasnik@wright.edu

Gain an understanding of the issues facing women students, faculty, and staff,

Gain a more critical understanding of the intersections between gender, race, class and sexual orientation,

Assist in the creation of strategies for improving women’s status and experiences,

Work with and for a diverse group or women and men,

Assist with the development, implementation, and assessment of programs and events,

Shadow professional staff on campus and in the community.

Meet with the director to discuss learning objectives and potential projects at least one quarter in advance.

Review home page prior to appointment; bring resume and goals for the experience to the appointment.

Sensitivity to the concerns and experiences of diverse constituencies.

Men and Women are encouraged to consider a practicum at the Women’s Center.

Fall,

Winter,

Spring,

Summer.

WSU Police Department,
118 Campus Services Building.

http://www.wright.edu/admin/safety/

Michael Martinsen, Chief of Police
775-2056

michael.martinsen@wright.edu

Assist with Programs and Events,

Attend Staff Meetings,

Individual Project Completion,

Introduction to Professional Organizations,

Overview of office/department,

Provide Direct Service to Customers,

Specific Focus Areas,

Shadow Professional Staff.

Apply at least one quarter in advance.

Understanding and appreciation for law enforcement.

Winter,

Spring.