College Experiences That Helped An Associate Director Of Global Programs At Lehigh University College Of Education Succeed
Julia, Associate Director of Global Programs at Lehigh University's College of Education, recommends that undergraduates in higher education gain "as much experience as possible" in various areas like admissions, advising, or research. This broad exposure, exemplified by Julia's own experience working in multiple roles at UC Santa Barbara, allows for more informed career choices after graduation.
Higher Education, Career Planning, Undergraduate Experience, Professional Development, Job Search Strategies
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Julia Aughenbaugh
Associate Director of Global Programs
Lehigh University, College of Education
UC Santa Barbara
MA in International Higher Education from the University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Environmental & Related Sciences
Education
Education
Scholarship Recipient, Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, LGBTQ
Video Highlights
1. Gain diverse experience in higher education during undergrad (admissions, advising, research, working with faculty).
2. Seek out multiple roles to explore different aspects of higher education and identify career interests.
3. Undergraduate experience provides a strong foundation for applying to higher education jobs after graduation.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
I worked at UC Santa Barbara in a few different roles, and that was really helpful. I recommend that anyone working in higher education get as much experience as possible while you're an undergraduate student.
Gain experience in as many different areas as you can so you are set up to consider roles in various departments. For example, you could work in admissions or advising, or even in research, which can also be very beneficial.
Sometimes there are roles that involve working more closely with faculty. So, as much experience as you can gain as an undergrad will really set you up to apply for jobs once you graduate.