Program Resources
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Gradaduate AssistantshipsGraduate Assistants are graduate students employed on a temporary contract by a college or university for teaching or administrative purposes. GA's responsibilities vary greatly and may include holding office hours, grading homework or exams, developing student affairs programs and initiatives, and dealing with student issues and concerns. CLICK HERE for a list of GA positions at Valdosta State. Current students share their GA experiences HERE |
InternshipsStudents must complete one to two internships as part of the Higher Education Leadership program. Internships typically lasts one semester or the equivalent of 150 hours of work on a supervised project. CLICK HERE to learn more about internship opportunities and guidelines. Current and former students share their internship experiences HERE |
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Higher Education Leadership Capstone Project - Electronic Portfolio or Thesis
All students are required to complete a capstone project prior to graduation. Students have the two options including submission of an electronic portfolio (ePortfolio) or thesis. The ePortfolio highlights curricular and professional learning experiences during the student's tenure in the program. These reflections on coursework and field-based learning experiences demonstrate the skills, knowledge, and competencies students develop in the program. The ePortfolio serves as a final, summative performance assessment of master's candidates; and most importantly, the ePortfolio is a tool for self-assessment and reflection to support continued professional development in one's future career. Click the links below for more Information on the ePortfolio process:
ePortfolio Guidelines and Workshop Schedule
Students also have the option of completing a thesis as their capstone project. The thesis provides an opportunity for students to conduct original research in a higher education and student affairs area of their interest.Students wishing to complete the thesis option work closely with their advisor and a committee of faculty members. Click here to read more about the Graduate School's requirements for completing the thesis.