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Careers in Student Affairs Month

Every October, NASPA celebrates the profession of student affairs. Through this month-long celebration, the NASPA community comes together to share their knowledge, network, and uplift the student affairs profession. On behalf of the NASPA staff, enjoy the fantastic content below, focusing on talent management and professional career development, at no cost to members and non-members through November 2024. 

CSAM Overview

Careers in Student Affairs (CSAM) is a month-long initiative each October. CSAM is dedicated to celebrating a career in student affairs, education, awareness of the profession, and engagement with professional associations and peers in the field. More directly, the goals of Careers in Student Affairs Month are to:

  • Celebrate the field of student affairs through opportunities to reflect on individual journeys and experiences
  • Provide professional development for student affairs administrators in higher education
  • Encourage and promote the profession to grow the field of student affairs
  • Cultivate spaces for dialogue related to pertinent topics within student affairs

2024 CSAM Virtual Events

  • Chat with The Chairs: An Open Forum with the Newly Appointed NPGS Co-Chairs
    Includes a Live Web Event on 10/01/2025 at 2:00 PM (EDT)

    Join Maddie Cuckow (she/they) and Leiana Boldon (she/her) as they discuss the NPGS Platform for the '25-'27 cycle. This session is intended for participants to learn more about NPGS, the mission and vision for the Steering Committee, and how NPGS can help constituents make the most of their NASPA involvement. This "Ask Me Anything" style chat encourages participants to have an informal conversation with emerging professionals in order to foster community among participants.

    Join Maddie Cuckow (she/they) and Leiana Boldon (she/her) as they discuss the NPGS Platform for the '25-'27 cycle. This session is intended for participants to learn more about NPGS, the mission and vision for the Steering Committee, and how NPGS can help constituents make the most of their NASPA involvement. This "Ask Me Anything" style chat encourages participants to have an informal conversation with emerging professionals in order to foster community among participants.

    Learning Outcomes:

    1. Engage in conversation about the mission, vision, and values of the New Professionals and Graduate Student Steering Committee within NASPA.

    2. Learn about the Platform and Goals of the current NPGS-SC Co-Chairs. 

    3. Engage in discussion with the Co-Chairs regarding questions about the steering committee or involvement in NASPA.

    Maddie Cuckow

    Assistant Director of Residence Life

    The College of Wooster

    Maddie Cuckow (she/they) serves as one of the Assistant Directors of Residence Life at The College of Wooster in Wooster, OH. Maddie began her journey in Student Affairs at Bowling Green State University where she obtained her Master's Degree in College Student Personnel in the spring of 2022. For the past 3 years, Maddie served as a Residence Hall Director at the University of New Hampshire before transitioning to The College of Wooster in the Summer of 2025. Maddie has been an active part of the NPGS team since the summer of 2023, originally working with the Industry Engagement working group, then moving up to the role of Co-Chair with Leiana Boldon in fall of 2024. Maddie is passionate about student development, DEI Education, and weaving curriculum into every aspect of the college experience. When Maddie isn't working, you can find her cozied up with a good book, sipping a cup of coffee, or working on her latest and greatest crochet project. 

    Leiana Boldon

    Residence Hall Director

    University of Arkansas

    Leiana Boldon (she/her) serves as a Residence Hall Director at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR. Leiana began her journey in Student Affairs at Illinois State University where she received her Master's Degree in College Student Personnel Administration in May of 2024. Leiana has a wide array of experiences in NASPA including being a member of the Graduate Associate Program (GAP) in the '23-'24 Cohort. Leiana also served on the Communications and Marketing team in NPGS before being promoted to Co-Chair in the summer of 2024. Leiana's passions include serving others, loving others, and connecting with others- all while practicing joy and having fun! 

  • NASPA 101 & NASPA Memberships 2025
    Includes a Live Web Event on 10/01/2025 at 5:00 PM (EDT)

    Interested in learning more about NASPA and how it can serve you in the start of your professional journey? Join Kevin Willis, NASPA Membership Manager, as he introduces you to NASPA through our NASPA 101 program as well as gives an overview of NASPA Membership Benefits and opportunities. If you are considering joining NASPA this program is the perfect opportunity to learn more about us and what we do as well as how to best utilize your NASPA Membership!

    Interested in learning more about NASPA and how it can serve you in the start of your professional journey? Join Kevin Willis, NASPA Membership Manager, as he introduces you to NASPA through our NASPA 101 program as well as gives an overview of NASPA Membership Benefits and opportunities. If you are considering joining NASPA this program is the perfect opportunity to learn more about us and what we do as well as how to best utilize your NASPA Membership! 

    Kevin Willis

    Membership Manager

    NASPA

    Kevin Willis serves as the Membership Manager at NASPA. Prior to starting with NASPA, Kevin has served on college campuses working in both Residence Life and Admissions/Campus Visits. Today Kevin serves with NASPA to assist in Membership questions/concerns and serves as the Staff Liaison for NASPA's Graduate Associate Program (GAP).