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Director of Student Academic Services


Email: Dana.Newell@asu.edu

Phone: 602.496.0416

 

 

Student Organizations

Success for students should not only happen inside the classroom, but also outside of the classroom.  The College of Public Programs has many different student clubs that allow students to get together and network with professional programs.

 

Clubs and Organizations of the School of Community Resources and Development

  • Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Greater Arizona Collegiate Chapter at Arizona State University exists to provide educational and networking opportunities, mentoring assistance, and professional development to full- and part-time students who are planning a career in fundraising or nonprofit management.  Contact Dr. Robert Ashcraft (ashcraft@asu.edu) for more information.
  • American Humanics Student Association (AHSA) of Arizona State University provides students with an opportunity to connect with other students interested in the field of nonprofit leadership and management. AHSA provides its members with cultural, social and educational co-curricular opportunities with the intent of enriching student’s professional leadership potential in this important field. Our mission is preparing, education and inspiring future nonprofit leaders.  Contact Stacey Freeman (stacey.freeman@asu.edu) for more information.
  • Arizona State Therapeutic Recreation Association Student Club (ASTRA) enhances the educational and service experience to advance the career opportunities of Therapeutic Recreation students and to form a relationship between these students and the Arizona State Therapeutic Recreation Association.  Contact Kelly Ramella (kelly.ramella@asu.edu) for more information.
  • Meeting Professionals International Student Club (MPI) familiarizes its members with the basic aspects of the meeting and event management field through educational and networking opportunities developed and supported by MPI.  Contact Jim Fausal (jfausal@asu.edu) for more information.
  • Travel and Tourism Student Association (TTSA) brings together students who are interested in the travel and tourism industry, helping members to become better acquainted with peers and interact with industry professionals, with the intention of promoting academic, social, and professional success.  Contact ttsa@asu.edu for more information.
  • Parks and Recreation Student Association (PRSA) enriches the academic, social and professional experiences of parks and recreation majors. The PRSA provides opportunities for community service, networking, fun, member benefits, learning, and leadership.  Contact prsa@asu.edu for more information.

Clubs and Organizations of the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice

  • Alpha Phi Sigma is the nationally recognized honor society for students in the field of criminal justice science. The society recognizes academic excellence by undergraduate and graduate students of criminal justice as well as students in the juris doctorate field.
  • This SCCJ Alumni chapter supports alumni of earlier, current, and upcoming scholars within the School of Criminology & Criminal Justice program at Arizona State University. We are a part of President Crow's initiatives contained in the New American University College Concentric model.

 

Clubs and Organizations of the School of Public Affairs

  • The Urbanites Association is the student group of the Urban & Metropolitan Studies program, building upon existing foundations within the Phoenix Metropolitan area by engaging students, faculty, and community members for the betterment of urban places.  Contact Edward Jensen (echj@asu.edu) for more information.
  • The Students of Public Affairs Network (SPAN) provides students in the Masters in Public Adminstration (MPA) and Masters in Public Policy (MPP) professional development, educational and job networking opportunities, as well as a support network to address program concerns.  Throughout the year, SPAN hosts a variety of community service, professional development, and social events.  Contact Danielle Chandler (danielle.chandler@asu.edu) for more information.
  • Perspectives in Public Affairs (PIPA) is the student journal of the School of Public Affairs.  It provides an avenue for students of the School of Public Affairs to publish academic works, and to engage students, faculty and other interested parties in a dialogue about ongoing student research within the school.  Contact Timothy Dahlstrom, Editor in Chief (timothy.dahlstrom@asu.edu) for more information.

 

Clubs and Organizations of the School of Social Work

  • The AISW Student Organization is an association of graduate and undergraduate students who share an interest in American Indian issues and concerns. Its primary focus is to enhance the success rate of American Indian students in the School of Social Work by identifying and building upon the individual student's strengths, and strength's of the School of Social Work community thus fostering mutual support among students, faculty and the University community. Activities include monthly meetings and social gatherings, fundraisers, collaborating with other student organizations to promote cultural awareness, enhance cross cultural understanding, and provide opportunities and linkages for community service-oriented activities.  AISW is open to any Social Work student.  Contact Edwin Gonzalez-Santin (egspr@asu.edu) or Michael Niles (michael.niles@asu.edu) for more information.
  • The Ph.D. Student Organization seeks to promote Ph.D. students' interests in the School of Social Work governance and functioning, provides a forum for discussion of issues relating to being a doctoral student, and offers opportunities for student-to-student support.  It is open to all Social Work Ph.D. students.  Contact Bob Moroney (moroney@asu.edu) for more information.
  • The Phi Alpha Honor Society, Alpha Eta Chapter, is the National Honor Society for ASU Social Work students. Through membership, students have the opportunity to learn more about the profession, get involved with humanitarian activities, and explore career choice for the future through networking with social workers in the community.  Undergraduate candidates for Phi Alpha have achieved sophomore status and a GPA of 3.50 in required Social Work courses.  Graduate candidates have completed nine semester hours with a GPA of 3.75 or higher.  For more information, contact Janice Lynch (janice.lynch@asu.edu).
  • The Social Work Student Organization is composed of elected representatives from the Downtown Phoenix Campus' BSW and MSW programs.  The Social Work Student Organization promotes student activities and interests, and represents student issues to the school's administration and faculty. Examples of student sponsored activities include: coordination of student activities, including meetings of the student body, social events, and civic engagement activities; representation on the School's Faculty Council and Program Committees; collaboration with representatives of the Tucson Component Student Council regarding mutual interests and issues; coordination of selected activities with related student groups (e.g., Phi Alpha Honor Society, American Indian Social Work Student Organization, Hispanic Task Force, and Tucson Component Student Council); and other activities as determined by the group. Members of other social work student organizations, including Phi Alpha Honor Society, American Indian Social Work Student Organization, and Hispanic Task Force are also eligible to serve as representatives and active members in the Social Work Student Organization.  Contact Stephanie Bancroft (stephanie.bancroft@asu.edu), BSW coordinator, or Juan Paz (juan.paz@asu.edu), MSW coordinator, for more information.
  • The Tucson Component Student Council is composed of elected representatives from both the Tucson Component's BSW and MSW programs. Elections occur in the fall semester. The Student Council is responsible for promoting student interests and representing student issues to the School's administration and faculty. Examples of student sponsored activities: Spring graduation ceremony in Tucson, spring speaker series in conjunction with the Field Education Office, and various fund raising events throughout the academic year.  Contact Josefina Ahumada (josefina.ahumada@asu.edu) for more information.

 

Campus-wide opportunities

  • Attend your professors’ office hours.  The more they know about you, the better they can help you! 
  • Whether you are an undergraduate or graduate student, become involved on campus!  Check out the ASU Downtown Phoenix campus Student Engagement website for a listing of student clubs and organizations.  Even though you are a student of ASU’s Downtown Phoenix campus, you can join any student organization at ASU’s 4 campuses by using the ASU Student Organizations website.
  • If you’re an undergraduate student, it’s never too early to think about graduate school!  Use the following link as a general guide in helping you to prepare for graduate school.
  • Whether you’re an undergraduate or graduate student, utilize the resources of ASU Career Services.  This office is here to help you develop skills for the professional world as well as help you to find a job!


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