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Dean of Students as bridge

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Dean of Students as bridge

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  1. Dean of Students as a Bridge between Administration and Students: How to Balance Work Life and Other Social Life Andrew C. Randa Dean of Students Institute of Social Work 23/09/2020

  2. Paper presented at TACOGA1984 Annual General Meeting and Training held at Moshi Co-operative University, Tanzania.Theme: “Bring to the Public Professional, Moral and Ethical Practices of Counselling and Guidance” 23/09/2020

  3. Introduction • In higher Learning Institutions, many students come in with a motley assortment of characteristics, as exposed in social, economic, and cultural issues, which need interventions. • . 23/09/2020

  4. Introduction • Hence, Dean of Students’ Office has to offer a wide-range of advice and guidance to any student who wishes to make the most of the opportunities available to her/him whilst at college/university or who is experiencing difficulties, • The Dean of Students' Office also works with other staff across the college/university to respond and solve effectively students’ problems. 23/09/2020

  5. Learners’ Community • any institution /college/university must have administrative staff (teaching & non-teaching staff/supporting staff), students and society around, • Administrative staff - Vice-Chancellor, Rector, Principal, Directors, Dean of Faculties etc, • Students – all enrolled in either short or long courses, living in-campus or off-campus, distance learning etc, • Society – parents, guardians/relatives, sponsors etc.

  6. 23/09/2020

  7. What to bridge: on Students’ side Learning difficulties Financial problems e.g. Tuition fee, pocket money Interpersonal problems e.g. arguing, manipulation of the subject or others to shorten the communication with the subject, physical fighting, lying, stealing, broken promises, and repeated negative behavior; . 23/09/2020

  8. Cont….. Students side Intrapersonal problems: paralysis of analysis/ over thinking, addiction, self harm, mental illnesses, lack of knowledge of self, illusions, lies, uninformed bias, and closed mindedness; Accommodation problems Health problems: malaria, typhoid, 23/09/2020

  9. What to bridge: on Administration’s side Poor communication: between administration and students, Limited budget allocations, Misunderstanding between administrators and students’ leaders (DARUSO/ ISWOSO/ COBESO/IAASO/MISO/DITSO), 23/09/2020

  10. Cont….. on Administration’s side Accommodation services, Students’ elections, Academics affairs Ethical issues Judiciary issues Health services 23/09/2020

  11. What to bridge: at Work Loans and scholarships Self adjustment in life making them uniquely qualified to address all students’ academic, career and social/emotional development develop a comprehensive school counseling program 23/09/2020

  12. How to bridge Ensure Parents/guardians are invited to any event done within the university/College/Institute e.g. carrier day, graduation ceremony, convocation day, stakeholders meeting etc, Neighborhood/ friendship sports and games, Advise management to Prepare/participate exhibitions eg Sabasaba, Nanenane, TCU, etc, Have face-to-face meetings with students, mgt, 23/09/2020

  13. Cont….. How to bridge Advise management to conduct meetings with students’ leaders, Ensure that e-mails and e-newsletters are used to keep students informed about major issues taking place, Providing support for the physical and mental health of students; 23/09/2020

  14. Cont…..How to bridge Link students and responsible officers on the aspects regarding Academics affairs Fosters collaborative relationships among students, faculty/faculties, and staff. Assisting in crisis response Coordinating any social activity which does not contradict the vision and mission of University/College/Institute; Advising students on a variety of issues related to their academic and non-academic life 23/09/2020

  15. Cont….. How to bridge Facilitate acquisition of loans and scholarships for all needy students; Create enabling environment for accommodation to all students Facilitate outreach services to nearby communities Supervise Sports and games e.g. invite administration and community around; Coordinate health wellbeing of all students: acquisition of Insurance cards e.g. NHIF cards 23/09/2020

  16. Cont….. How to bridge Build and support a strong University/college/institute and community connection Promote equity and access for all students through the use of community resources. Conduct workshops and written/digital information to community to increase understanding, improve communication and promote student achievement. 23/09/2020

  17. Cont….. How to bridge • Take time to rest both mentally & physically: Taking a break is a great way to recharge your batteries and prepare you for what lies ahead. This might include taking time away from your desk if your schedule allows and getting an appropriate amount of sleep at night; • Prioritize your top tasks & do them first: This also allows you to go home with peace of mind, knowing that you put your best foot forward, today. 23/09/2020

  18. Cont….. Social life • Maintain a positive outlook: grateful for financial position and everything you have; • Keep yourself involved with engaging activities: poultry, husbandry, farming, etc; • Build  relationships; friends, relatives, neighbours, fellowship, to church/mosque; • Living a life of meaning: do something that adds positive impact to the wellness others, whether it is social, spiritual environmental or physical; 23/09/2020

  19. Cont….. Social life • Find friends: club, do an evening class, or simply invite a neighbour in for coffee/tea, etc; • Grasp technology: technology can really allow you to do a lot of things – it allows you to keep in touch with family all over the world and learn so many different things. 23/09/2020

  20. Lastly - Advice • i. DisengageWhen you are working - work. But once you clock off, you need to attempt to disengage. No answering emails on your phone before bed – they will be there for you in the morning. You need time to work on you and do some of the things that make you happy. 23/09/2020

  21. Cont….. Advice • ii. Exercise Since most of our routine works need us to sit at a desk for 8+ hours per day. It is important that you take some time out of your day to look after your body through exercising. 23/09/2020

  22. Remember “Work is a rubber ball. If you drop it, it will bounce back. The other four balls – family, health, friends, integrity – are made of glass. If you drop one of these, it will be irrevocably scuffed, nicked, perhaps even shattered.” -Gary Keller 23/09/2020

  23. therefore 23/09/2020

  24. THANK YOU 23/09/2020

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