The Student Unions and Centers employ more than 150 students in a variety of leadership positions. Our student leaders enjoy the flexibility and convenience of on-campus employment as well as develop skills that will prepare them to be successful leaders post-graduation. The Student Unions and Centers’ student employment program utilizes the eight career competencies of the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).
Our student leaders develop skills in the areas of Career and Self-Development, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Professionalism, Communication, Inclusive Excellence and Technology and Leadership.
Benefits of Student Unions and Centers Employment:
We understand our students may need on-campus employment in order to meet educational and living expenses or feel the experience could be a valuable part of their education. The skills our students obtain from working complement their academic performance and communicate to future employers their ability to succeed in a professional setting. Studies have shown that students who work do just as well or better academically than non-working students and grades improve as students work more hours per week (up to 20). In addition, working students are more likely to complete a degree program than non-workers and enjoy some of the benefits below: