NASPA Online Learning Community

NASPA Short Courses


NASPA offers the following online short courses. Short courses are collaborative, content-driven, facilitated courses that allow student affairs professionals to engage worldwide while building credentials and value within your organization. These courses are asynchronous and synchronous, with live sessions allowing discussion, knowledge sharing, and networking. Depending on the subject area, short courses range from four to six weeks. 

Learn more about the upcoming short courses, topics covered, and instructors for each of our online courses, and register using the links below. For additional questions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions. 


Upcoming Short Courses

  • Contains 32 Component(s)

    Foundations is an online course that prepares current and future student affairs professionals with the tools they need to be influential allies in campus sexual violence prevention and response. The six-module course is taught by NASPA staff with expertise in social work, student affairs, public health, peer education, assessment, and violence prevention. This course is a great follow-up to the introductory Title IX/Clery Act training provided by your institution.

    We all have a role to play in addressing sexual violence on campus. We built Foundations to help student affairs professionals understand their role and contribute to their institution's strategy for addressing sexual violence. The six-module course is taught by NASPA staff with expertise in social work, student affairs, public health, peer education, assessment, and violence prevention. Thanks for joining us - we're so glad you're here!

    The course is self-paced, takes about 4 hours, and all modules must be completed in order. Within each session, you'll find the session slides and learning objectives, presenter bios, and recorded presentations. After the final session, you be asked to take a learning assessment. Once you've passed the assessment, you'll receive a certificate of completion.

    Jason Davis

    Former Assistant Director, Peer Education Initiatives and Training Programs

    NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education

    Experience in peer education

    Jill Dunlap, Ph.D.

    Assistant Vice President of Research, Policy, and Civic Engagement

    NASPA

    Dr. Jill Dunlap serves as the assistant vice president for policy at NASPA- Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education.  Prior to joining NASPA, Jill worked closely with college student survivors of sexual violence for more than 14 years at three different campuses. In 2014, Jill served as a non-federal negotiator representing four years of public institutions on the VAWA negotiated rulemaking committee. Jill received her Ph.D. in political science and public administration from Northern Illinois University, where her dissertation work focused on the experiences of students impacted by sexual violence on campus.

    Sarice Greenstein

    Former Assistant Director, Culture of Respect

    Experience in HIV prevention, program evaluation

    Nancy Gonzalez Reyes (Moderator)

    EOP STEM Counselor and Academic Success Coach

    UC Santa Cruz

    Nancy Gonzalez Reyes is an EOP STEM Counselor and Academic Success Coach at UC Santa Cruz, where she supports students from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds in navigating their academic journeys. With seven years of experience in both K–12 and higher education, Nancy is passionate about equity, access, and student empowerment. As a first-generation college graduate and daughter of immigrant parents, she is deeply committed to breaking down systemic barriers and fostering inclusive educational environments.

    Nancy earned her B.A. in History and Education from UC Santa Cruz and recently completed her M.Ed. in Higher Education with a focus on Student Engagement at Pennsylvania State University. She strives to be a trusted resource and advocate for students, offering guidance and creating supportive spaces where they can thrive.

    Allison Tombros Korman

    Senior Director, Culture of Respect

    NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education

    Allison Tombros Korman, MHS is the senior director of Culture of Respect. In her role, Allison works to ensure that all higher education institutions have the resources they need to end campus sexual violence and the opportunity to learn from evidence-based research and the best practices of their colleagues. Allison brings to Culture of Respect more than fifteen years’ experience in health policy, programming, and education with an emphasis on sexual and reproductive health and rights. She has provided management, support, and technical assistance to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and served as the Associate Director of Education for the Association of Reproductive Health Professionals (ARHP) in Washington, DC.

    Rachael Novick

    Coordinator, Peer Education Initiatives and Training Programs

    NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education

    Experience in sexual health promotion, peer education, and higher education.

  • Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 07/17/2025 at 1:00 PM (EDT)

    This course equips student affairs professionals with a strategic understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and its practical applications in higher education. Participants will explore the opportunities and challenges AI presents while gaining hands-on experience with key tools to streamline workflows and enhance student engagement. The course emphasizes both practical implementation and ethical considerations, ensuring participants can make informed decisions about AI use. By the end, learners will be prepared to integrate AI strategies that align with institutional goals and student needs.

    July 14-August 15, 2025

    Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming higher education, and student affairs professionals are at the forefront of this evolution. This 5-week online course introduces foundational AI concepts and provides a strategic framework for thoughtfully integrating AI into student affairs practice. Using Ethan Mollick’s Co-Intelligence as a guiding text, participants will explore ethical considerations, identify AI applications that enhance student support services, and gain hands-on experience with practical tools such as generative AI platforms, chatbots, and data-driven communication tools.

    The course is designed to balance strategy with practice, giving participants opportunities to engage in real-world exercises, discussions, and case studies that highlight both the promise and pitfalls of AI. Special attention will be given to topics such as bias, privacy, and institutional policy, helping professionals anticipate challenges and confidently navigate them. By the end of the course, attendees will have built a working knowledge of AI’s potential, along with a tailored action plan for applying AI tools and strategies to better serve their students and meet evolving institutional goals.

    Learning Outcomes
    • Describe key AI concepts and explain their relevance to student affairs practice.
    • Recognize ethical considerations, including bias and privacy, and understand institutional policies that guide AI use.
    • Assess and experiment with AI tools that support student engagement, communication, and administrative efficiency.
    • Develop a practical action plan for integrating AI tools and strategies into your own student affairs work.
    Course Prices 

    Member:             $449 

    Non-member:     $649

    Live Session

    The five 60-minute live sessions will be held every Thursday from 1:00- 2:00 p.m. ET. 

    They are scheduled for the following dates:

    July 17, 2025 

    July 24, 2025 

    July 31, 2025

    August 7, 2025 

    August 14, 2025 

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    Michael Butcher, Ed.D.

    Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students

    College of Coastal Georgia

    Dr. Michael Butcher is the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at the College of Coastal Georgia (CCGA), as well as the Founder and President of the Center for Artificial Intelligence. With nearly two decades of experience in higher education, Dr. Butcher is a national leader in leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to drive organizational and educational innovation. His expertise lies in integrating advanced technologies to enhance efficiency, communication, engagement, and assessment across various industries.

    Dr. Butcher holds a Bachelor’s in Information Technology, a Master’s in Public Administration, a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, and a Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence Business Innovation. This interdisciplinary academic background provides a solid foundation for his deep understanding of AI and its practical applications in higher education.

    Nationally recognized for his thought leadership, Dr. Butcher has delivered keynote addresses at EDUCAUSE, the Georgia Council of Human Resources (GCHR), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Employers (SoACE). He has also presented on AI ethics, accessibility, and its transformative impact on higher education at regional and national conferences, including NASPA. Most recently, he developed CCGA’s inaugural course, “Artificial Intelligence and Business Innovation,” preparing students for success in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

    Week 1: Introduction to AI and Its Impact on Higher Education
      • Overview of AI concepts and trends; guided reading of Mollick’s foundational chapters.
      • Reflection: Where is AI already showing up on your campus, and what questions does it raise?
    Week 2: Ethics, Bias, and Policy in AI Use
    • Deep dive into ethical considerations, bias, privacy concerns, and institutional responsibilities.
    • Case study: Real-world scenarios of AI successes and challenges in student affairs.
    Week 3: Exploring AI Tools for Student Affairs
    • Hands-on demos of key tools: Copilot, ChatGPT, chatbots, early alert systems, scheduling assistants.
    • Workshop: Crafting and testing AI prompt engineering for practical tasks.
    Week 4: AI for Communication, Engagement, and Support
    • Strategies for using AI to personalize outreach, support services, and enhance engagement.
    • Assignment: Develop a draft communication or engagement plan using AI tools.
    Week 5: Building Your AI Action Plan
    • Synthesis of course learnings: strategy, tools, ethical considerations, and next steps.
    • Present and peer-review a tailored AI integration plan for your department or institution.