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.
John Wesley Lowery, professor in the Student Affairs in Higher Education program, delivered the keynote address at Mississippi State University鈥檚 Legal Issues Conference on Dec. 4, where he discussed the major challenges facing higher education amid recent federal policy changes. He also led sessions on FERPA and the Clery Act for administrators from across the Southeast.
At the annual SAHE Thanksgiving celebration, the program honored students with two major awards: the Get Involved! SAHE Student Leadership Award, presented to Nyekeya Hardy, and the Nancy J. Newkerk Scholarship, awarded to Abigail Hancox and Tristan Pfeiffer. These recognitions celebrate students鈥� outstanding contributions to the SAHE community and the broader field of student affairs.
Mimi Benjamin, SAHE professor, delivered the keynote at the National Learning Communities Association conference in Ames on Nov. 4, sharing how learning communities function as a 鈥渂lueprint for home鈥� at the intersection of belonging, engaged learning, and gathering.
Associates for Student Development hosted 鈥淔inding Your SAHE Why鈥� on November 3, bringing current SAHE students together with SAHE alumni for a purpose-focused conversation on career direction in student affairs.
SAHE alumna Katie Motycki (鈥�04) has been named NODA鈥檚 2025 Outstanding OTR Professional for her leadership and impact in student orientation and transition at The Pennsylvania State University.
John Wesley Lowery, professor in the Student Affairs in Higher Education program, was the opening keynote speaker at the Association of Title IX Administrators and the National Association for Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment joint annual conference in Baltimore, Maryland, on Tuesday, October 14.
Kevin W. Bailey was named the recipient of the 2025 AFA Dr. Kent L. Gardner Award.
John Wesley Lowery, professor and SASSDA assistant chair,聽was a guest on ATIXA鈥檚 鈥淢ore Likely Than Not鈥� podcast.
John Wesley Lowery presented a keynote address at ASCA鈥檚 Florida Summer Virtual Conference on legislative and public policy updates.
Mimi Benjamin, professor in the Student Affairs in Higher Education program, and Tom Segar presented 鈥溠巧翱�'s Crimson Scholars Circle: A Student Affairs/Faculty Partnership for Continued Improvement鈥� at the NASPA Region II conference.
Mimi Benjamin co-authored the recently published 鈥淪port Management Themed Living Learning Communities: Enhancing the Academic and Social Development of College Students.鈥�
The Student Affairs in Higher Education program honored graduating students and recognized a graduate and an alumna for exceptional accomplishments and contributions as part of the department鈥檚 annual banquet on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, coordinated by Associates for Student Development.
Katie Motycki, SAHE Class of 2004, received the Ronald Lunardini Distinguished Alumni Award for her impactful career in student orientation and transition programs. Recognized for her creativity, mentorship, and student-centered approach, Katie has held leadership roles at La Roche College, 亚色影库, and Penn State, where she currently serves as a Director.
Mimi Benjamin and John Wesley Lowery presented at the 2025 NASPA Conference in New Orleans. Benjamin shared research on peer mentoring for underrepresented students and co-lead a session on research-to practice in student affairs. Lowery copresented on the 75-year partnership between HBCUs and NASPA, highlighting their historical contributions.