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University of Dayton

Department of Counselor Education
Chaminade Hall, Room 301
Dayton, OH 45469-0530
937.229.3644 * 800.259.8710
 

Higher Education Administration
Master of Science in Education


The Masters degree program in Higher Education Administration consists of eleven courses that integrate theory and research with practice. The program is designed to prepare students for a variety of academic and non-academic positions in post-secondary settings, industry, and government. A recently revised curriculum includes historical perspectives, law, finance, student issues, and organization and governance. Students complete a practicum and a culminating scholarly project. This program accommodates students holding full time jobs.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: 35 semester hours, reports,  practicum
ASSISTANTSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
RESOURCES

Foundational Studies

Semester Hours

EDC 554 Introduction to Higher Education and Student Affairs
EDT 672 History of Higher Education in the U.S.

3
3

Professional Studies  

EDC 550 Student Development Theory
EDC 560 Leadership in College & Student Environment
EDC 568 Research and Evaluation in Human Services
EDC 557 Student Cultures in the University Environment

3
3
3
3

Advanced Studies  

EDC 563 Law and Ethics in Higher Education (Prereq: EDC 554)
EDC 561 Planning, Finance and Evaluation (Prereq: EDC 554)
EDC 556 Administration and Organization in Higher Ed (Prereq: EDC 554)

3
3
3

Supervised Practice  

EDC 564 Practicum in Higher Education
*Students in full-time positions in higher education will complete 3 semester hours, all others will complete 6 semester hours of internship.

3
 

Electives  

College Student Personnel/ Higher Education Administration Seminars
EDC 574 Independent Studies in Counseling
EDC 602 Counseling Seminars

2
 

Culmination  

EDC 569 Scholarly Project (Prereq: Final term standing)

3

Total

35

   
Graduate Assistantships, 2005 - 2006

Residential Programs: The office of Residential Programs supervises residential living environments for nearly 6000 undergraduate students in traditional residence halls, suite-style residence halls, apartment buildings and in the student neighborhood. There are a number of graduate assistantships available in this area. Compensation varies depending upon placement; however, all students receive tuition remission, full room and board. Contact Mitch Nasser (937) 229-2044 or via e-mail at Roger.Nasser@notes.udayton.edu

Applications can be downloaded online by visiting our website.

(The application deadline for the 2005-2006 academic year is March 1, 2005.)

Office of Student Activities, Professional and Social Fraternities/Sororities: The Graduate Assistant (GA) for Professional and Social Fraternities/Sororities is under the direction of and responsible for working in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Student Activities to supervise, coordinate and assist with the advisement of the professional and social fraternity/sorority community. Significant experience in student organizations as an active participant is preferred, as well as high mastery of communication skills, verbal and written, and knowledge of Microsoft office products. A minimum of twenty (20) office hours must be performed with some evening commitments as well. Benefits include tuition remission and a stipend of $7000 per year. Send resumes to:

Melissa T. Flanagan
Assistant Director of Student Activities
University of Dayton
300 College Park, 206 Kennedy Union
Dayton, OH 45469-0622
(937) 229-4114
Melissa.Flanagan@notes.udayton.edu

Office of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Prevention: The Office of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Education provides educational resources to students, faculty and staff with the goal of reducing substance abuse within the University of Dayton community. These resources include education interventions for students; coordination of a campus/ community alcohol coalition; data collection, analysis and reports on current trends; peer education; and a variety of other prevention-based workshops, speakers, awareness campaigns throughout the academic year.

The Graduate Assistant in the Office of Alcohol and Drug Education has a range of responsibilities related primarily to prevention programming and supporting the UD Alcohol Coalition including membership development, meeting management, planning, and facilitating group initiatives. The assistantship includes tuition remission and a stipend in the amount of $6,500 per school year.


The position offers a great deal of collaborative possibilities with various departments including: Athletics, Intramural/ Recreational Sports, Student Activities, Campus Activities Board, Student Government, Greek Life and Residential Programs as well as many academic departments. Contact Scott Markland, Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Prevention, 937-229-2229 or Scott.Markland@notes.udayton.edu (This assistantship is open for the 2004 – 2005 academic year and we would prefer a two-year commitment.)

The Office of Educational and Special Programs is hiring a graduate assistant for the 2004-2005 academic year to assist with New Student Orientation, Parents Weekend, and Critical Issues Education. Specifically, the graduate assistant will be responsible for assisting with the selection and training of Orientation leaders, the development of activities during New Student Orientation and Parent's Weekend, and advising S.T.A.R.T., a peer education group. In addition, the graduate assistant will be involved with the planning and implementation of educational programs and speakers, as well as with the daily operations of the office.
The graduate assistantship is a 9 month position (early Aug.-early May) with a stipend of $6,200 and tuition remission of 18 credit hours/year. For more information contact Jolly Janson at (937)229-2229 or jolly.janson@notes.udayton.edu

Those interested in applying to one of our graduate programs can now complete an on-line application for free at http://gradadmission.udayton.edu/

For information contact:

Molly Schaller
937-229-3677
Molly.Schaller@notes.udayton.edu