As the semester comes to a close, join The Work+Collective team and the National Student Employment Association (NSEA) for an insightful discussion on the power of recognition in student employment. We'll explore how meaningful recognition can elevate both student employees and supervisors, driving motivation, engagement, and a sense of accomplishment. Specific details regarding this year's Student Employee of the Year nomination process will be shared. Additionally, there will be time to share valuable tips and best practices from fellow members of the collective and NSEA, allowing attendees to interact and engage in meaningful discussions.
You'll leave with practical strategies to build a culture of recognition within your teams and throughout your institution, along with the tools to successfully initiate your Student Employee of the Year (SEOTY) nomination process.
Speakers
Amanda Kennedy, Assistant Director of Work+ at Arizona State University is dedicated to transforming the student employment experience. With a strong focus on supporting supervisors of student employees, Amanda leads efforts to create meaningful and impactful opportunities that prepare students for their future careers and equip supervisors with the tools and resources to facilitate a supportive and engaging experience. In addition to overseeing the enhancement of the student employment experience at ASU, Amanda and The Work+Collective team actively collaborate with institutions nationwide to redesign student employment through design thinking and problem-solving methodologies. Collectively, she has created a community where she helps higher education professionals connect, share insights, and advance student employment practices.
Shelby White
Director, Student Employment of Pepperdine University
Shelby White currently serves as the Director of Student Employment at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. Within this role, she maintains oversight of all campus-based and federal work-study programs and initiatives that include the JLD Program, Off-Campus Community Service, Pepperdine GROW, and Jumpstart (an Americorps Program). In addition, she is responsible for curating student development and student supervisor training opportunities at the University and holds a position on the Horizon Scholars Executive Board. Shelby has served in her role with Pepperdine University for five years and has worked in the field of Student Employment for eight years.
In addition, Shelby currently serves as the Vice President for Education and Director of Learning Services on the NSEA Board, managing webinar and online learning opportunities for NSEA members. She has also held roles at the regional level (WASEA) as President and Vice President of Marketing and Membership. Shelby values her involvement in these organizations, recognizing them as platforms for learning, collaboration, and networking among student employment administrators. Through her participation in NSEA, Shelby has cultivated professional relationships, exchanged best practices, and gained insights that enrich her contributions to Pepperdine University and to the field of Student Employment.
