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Professional Development Opportunities

The Division of Student Life invites all employees to participate in professional development opportunities available across campus. These opportunities include programs within the Student Life division, as well as resources from other university departments and national organizations.

Whether you’re interested in committees, professional groups, or training sessions, there are a variety of options to explore. Before committing to any activities that will take place during your work hours, please discuss them with your direct supervisor to ensure proper scheduling.

Committees

Student Life Communities

  • Student Life Social Committee

    This committee meets regularly to plan social gatherings for SL staff off campus. Contact Olivia Pape at olivia.pape@mail.wvu.edu for more information about this committee.

  • Coffee Break planning Committee

    This committee meets weekly to plan the monthly coffee break meetings that all of SL staff attend. Contact Sabrina Cave at sabrina.cave@mail.wvu.edu for more information about this committee.

  • Spring Retreat/December Conference Committee

    This committee meets to plan the full day of activities for the Spring Retreat typically held in May and the December Conference for all of SL staff. Contact Nathan Harlan at nathan.harlan@mail.wvu.edu for more information about this committee.

  • Hazing Prevention Task Force

    This committee exists as a collaborative body of faculty, staff, and students committed to strategizing the intentional eradication of hazing at West Virginia University. Contact Matthew Richardson at m.richardson@mail.wvu.edu for more information about this committee.

University-Wide Committees

Professional Organizations

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Trainings

Before scheduling a training, check with your supervisor to get their approval.