John Wesley Lowery coauthored a chapter on campus folklore in a new book, titled 鈥淢yths, Mysteries, and the Macabre on American Campuses.鈥�
Mimi Benjamin, professor in the Student Affairs in Higher Education program, and Hunter Bash, 2026 graduate of the Student Affairs in Higher Education program both were honored at the 2026 NASPA Region II conference.
The Student Affairs in Higher Education program honored graduating students and alumna Susan Storrick Timko during the 2026 SAHE Banquet, recognizing outstanding academic achievement, service, and professional contributions. The celebration also featured the annual student address delivered by Hunter Bash on behalf of the Class of 2026.
The fall 2025 and spring 2026 issues of 鈥淒evelopments,鈥� the semesterly newsletter, have been published.
The 2026 R茅sum茅 Project has concluded, showcasing students鈥� professionalism and career readiness, with final submissions now available to be shared with alumni.
Student Affairs in Higher Education graduate students hosted 亚色影库鈥檚 second annual National Student Employment Week Celebration, bringing together student employees to reflect on the positive aspects of their on-campus jobs, including supportive relationships and learning opportunities.
Susan Storrick Timko, MA, a 1991 SAHE alumna, has been named this year鈥檚 Ronald Lunardini Distinguished Alumni Award recipient, recognized for her extensive career in higher education and student success. With over 20 years of experience in advising, program development, and leadership, she continues to make a meaningful impact and has chosen to support the 亚色影库 Food Pantry and Help Center with her award.
John Wesley Lowery was recognized with the University College Outstanding Researcher Award at 亚色影库 for his nationally recognized scholarship and leadership in student affairs. His continued contributions to research, professional organizations, and the field鈥攑articularly in student conduct鈥攈ighlight his lasting impact on higher education.
Professors Mimi Benjamin and John Wesley Lowery represented 亚色影库 at the 2026 NASPA Conference in Kansas City, contributing to multiple sessions and leadership efforts at the major student affairs gathering. Benjamin focused on strengthening academic鈥搒tudent affairs partnerships, while Lowery presented on higher education law, NASPA鈥檚 history, and campus culture topics, including work tied to an upcoming book.
John Wesley Lowery presented at the Association for Student Conduct Administration annual conference in Washington, DC, on Saturday, February 14, where his closing session highlighted recent legislative and policy developments shaping higher education and student conduct.
Jen Ferrell (SAHE 鈥�05), associate vice president of student engagement at Keene State College, has been named a recipient of ACPA鈥檚 2026 Annuit Coeptis Senior Professional Award in recognition of her impactful leadership and commitment to mentorship.