Name: Shamal Sullivan (he/him)
Undergraduate Education: Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Science (University of Central Arkansas, Conway, Arkansas, USA)
Area(s) of Campus Involvement: Previous Student-Athlete (Track); Current Housing & Residence Life
E-mail: ssullivan11@cub.uca.edu
Q: What are your current career plans upon having completed your Master of Science in College Student Personnel Administration?
A: “I want to be a mentor/resource for the next generation of students.”
Q: Share one “aha moment” you have had thus far while in the CSPA program.
A: “The Research Methods and the Diversity in Higher Education courses have helped me discover how important sense of belonging is for students on campus.”
Q: What inspired you to enter the field of higher education as a future career?
A: “I’ve seen so many people be close to the finish line but come up short. I want to be the encourager to my future students and staff because they may not have anyone in their life who can see the bigger picture.”
Q: What is your favorite class in the CSPA program, and why?
A: “Individual and Group Counseling Skills in Education. This class allows you to learn tips and tricks on how to handle conversations. We love a great listener and someone who can help steer the student in the correct direction if needed.”
Q: Share one experience in the CSPA program that you have enjoyed.
A: “Taking that first law exam and celebrating with my classmates. It was blessing to share smiles, laughter, and tears in this class. A class that sticks together will succeed together. We will always be proud of one another accomplishments.”
Q: What advice would you share with people interested in studying about and receiving training in higher education?
A: “You might as well give it a shot because you’re reading my bio! This program is very welcoming and flexible, so start the next steps with Dr. Faidley or Dr. Bruick. Trust me, I promise you will not regret this decision!”