Significant Career Lesson From an Admission Counselor at Arizona University
A significant lesson learned by the Arizona University admissions counselor is the importance of "being transparent with families," even if it means "turning students away" to ensure the best fit. This approach, coupled with a thorough understanding of alternative options like community colleges, fosters trust and ultimately benefits students and their families.
Honesty and Transparency, Student Advocacy, Higher Education Knowledge, Options and Alternatives, Decision-Making
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Rita Boogusch
Admission counselor
Arizona University
Fresno state university
National university, administration and education, emphasis counseling
Biology & Related Sciences
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Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Transfer Student, Student Athlete, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Be transparent with families and students about the admissions process, even if it means turning students away if it's not the right fit.
2. Understanding the student's options and providing them with various choices, including community colleges, is crucial for success.
3. Knowing the universities and community colleges in your area allows you to guide students to the best option for them, building trust and appreciation from families.
Transcript
Q11: Significant lesson – career
What is one lesson that you've learned that has proven significant in your career?
I think it's just being transparent with families. Sometimes it's not going to be the outcome that you want, but being honest and loyal to your students and families, and letting them know exactly what they're getting themselves into, has been a key for me.
Sometimes that means turning students away because of certain situations. But I think having that in your mindset, of knowing that, being transparent, knowing exactly what to provide to students, and then having them make that decision, has made my job both harder and easier.
We don't want to turn anyone away, but we want to make sure it's the right path for students and what their options are. Understanding what other options are available for students is a key.
It's going to make me successful knowing what's in your territory. Just because you work from one university doesn't mean you can't learn about the universities around you and community colleges. That's going to help you determine what is best for that family.
By you giving those options, the families will appreciate it. They'll know that you're looking out for them and that you want their best interest.
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