About STARS College
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STARS College is a three-day experience for undergraduate students interested in learning more about Student Affairs and the Housing profession. Blending large group presentations, interactive activities, roleplay situations, self-evaluation, and small mentoring groups, STARS presents the world of Housing to those interested in the field. Each participant will be asked to have an "on-campus mentor," who will play a vital role in continued mentoring and exposure to the field after STARS.
STARS College accommodates up to 40 current sophomores and juniors who are interested in pursuing a career in housing. Participants must have at least one full year of undergraduate college left after August of 2010, and must have demonstrated significant interest in Housing / Residential Life / Student Affairs through their involvement and / or work experience during their time as an undergrad.
DATES: STARS College, June 24-26
LOCATION: Austin, Texas
FEES: $480 (USD)
Fees include: 3 nights of double occupancy in University of Texas-Austin Residence Halls, registration materials, and STARS College meal package (dinner on Thursday, two meals on Friday, and two meals on Saturday).
Those selected for STARS College may stay for the ACUHO-I Annual Conference & Exposition, June 26-29, for an additional fee of $210 (USD).
This fee includes registration and conference meal package, and requires some volunteer hours. It does not include lodging.
Applicants must make their own conference hotel reservations.
Applicants are encouraged to solicit registration fee assistance from their department, student government, and other possible contributors.
"I was encouraged to recognize my own values and, in turn, apply them toward a career choice. Some of the values listed included personal development, community, creativity, and enjoyment (it was unreal to see such a large number of people at the ACUHO-I Conference who actually enjoy their job!) and I am confident that I will find these values and more through a career in housing and residential life."
- David Sutton, The Ohio State University, 2009 STARS graduate
Past STARS participants have enjoyed:
- The amazing conference locations
- The opportunity to connect with senior practitioners
- Connecting with a faculty mentor and the guidance, advice, and expertise that provides
- Making new friends who are passionate about this opportunity
- Networking with future peers
- Opportunity to discuss issues within a small group
- The information presented—learning more about the field
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