CSP Graduate Program at Western Illinois University

Congratulations and good luck to our CSP students who will be presenting at in just a few days! We're proud to see their work contributing to conversations in the student affairs profession and sharing ideas that support students and campuses across the country.

Presenters:
- Kaylann Beekman
- Joey Rios
- Kelvin Owusu Mensah
- Aminat Kareem

Proudly representing the CSP program at Western Illinois University. Safe travels and we can't wait to see all that you accomplish in Kansas City!

WIU's College Student Personnel Graduate Program is still accepting applications! Graduate assistantships are available in a variety of departments in WIU's Division of Student Success.

📧 [email protected]
🔗 https://www.wiu.edu/coehs/cnedcsp/csp/index.php

Apply Now @ https://www.wiu.edu/coehs/cnedcsp/csp/apply_now.php

Still Thinking About Graduate School? There’s Still Time to Join WIU’s CSP Program ✨

The College Student Personnel (CSP) program at Western Illinois University is still accepting applications for a Fall 2026 start.

Whether you want to build a career in Student Affairs, support college student success, or grow as a higher education leader, there’s still time to take the next step.

✔️ Full-time, face-to-face Student Affairs track
✔️ Part-time Higher Education Leadership track (ideal for working professionals)
✔️ Hands-on practicum and graduate assistantship opportunities
✔️ Strong preparation for careers in Housing, Advising, Conduct, Student Engagement, and more!

If you’re considering graduate school, don’t wait. Apply now and join a community committed to student success, leadership, and real-world practice.

📩 Questions? Email us at [email protected]

🌐 Learn more: www.wiu.edu/csp

We appreciate everyone who invests in our CSP students. If you’re able, consider giving to the program this Giving Tuesday, and join us in advancing student affairs together.

Donate Here: https://www.wiu.edu/givingtuesday

Join us in person on October 14 at 5:00 p.m. (CST) in Horrabin Hall to learn more about the College Student Personnel (CSP) Program at Western Illinois University. Meet current students, faculty, and site supervisors, and discover what makes our program unique.

💻 Can’t make it in person? Join us online on November 5 at 2:00 p.m. (CST) via Zoom to explore the program, ask questions, and connect with our CSP team from wherever you are.

Don’t miss your chance to take the next step toward a rewarding career in higher education.

👉 Register here: https://linktr.ee/cspwiu

🎓 Interested in learning more about the Western Illinois University College Student Personnel (CSP) Program?

We’re excited to invite you to connect with us and discover how WIU’s CSP program prepares emerging student affairs professionals for success in higher education. 🌟

Join us at one of our upcoming events to:
✅ Learn more about our curriculum
✅ Meet current students and faculty
✅ Get insider tips on the application process

Don’t miss the chance to explore a program built on community, inclusion, and professional growth.

Register or learn more here: https://linktr.ee/cspwiu.

Wondering what you can do with a CSP (College Student Personnel) degree? The possibilities are endless! ⁠

From administration to research to residence life, a CSP degree opens the door to a wide range of meaningful careers in higher education.⁠ Whether you're passionate about mentoring students, planning student activities, or becoming a CSP professor, there's a place for you in this field 💜📚

WIU CSP students and faculty had an unforgettable spring attending both the ACPA - College Student Educators International's Annual Convention in Long Beach, CA and NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education's Annual Conference in New Orleans, LA. We proudly celebrated Dr. Tracy Davis’ retirement and his ACPA Lifetime Achievement Award, while reconnecting with incredible alumni and friends at each reception. Huge thanks to our generous donors - your support made these meaningful experiences possible. We’re bringing back fresh ideas and renewed energy to make an even greater impact at WIU!

We are excited to offer a graduate assistantship opportunity in partnership with Augustana College! As a Resident Director in Rock Island, IL, students will live on-campus while pursuing the CSP-Student Affairs track master’s program at Western Illinois University. This position offers the flexibility to be enrolled full-time remotely (or hybrid, with the option to attend campus).

Overview:
The Graduate Assistant Resident Director (RD) is a live-in part-time role, reporting to the Area Coordinator, serving as a student role model with high ethical standards.

Job Duties:
- Supervise Community Advisors (CAs) in assigned halls.
- Respond to emergencies on-call approximately once every five weeks.
- Address policy violations and manage student keys.
- Attend meetings and co-facilitate staff meetings.
- Assist with opening/closing duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

For more information, please visit:

augustana.interviewexchange.com

Dr. Tracy Davis has been recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award from ACPA: College Student Educators International! His impact on the field, the countless students he's mentored, and his dedication to student affairs make this honor so well deserved.

Join us in celebrating this incredible recognition! 💜💛

Western Illinois University College Student Personnel Professor Tracy Davis has been recognized with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award from ACPA: College Student Educators International. The award will be presented at the ACPA Annual Convention in Long Beach, CA, on February 17. This honor acknowledges Davis' significant and sustained contributions to the field of student affairs and higher education. Read more: https://go.wiu.edu/3WQLduG

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Dr. Regina Hyatt (CSP '97) for receiving the 2025 NACA Founders Award, the highest honor from the National Association for Campus Activities! 🎉👏

We are grateful to count her among our CSP alumni and for the ways she continues to inspire future student affairs professionals.

Congratulations, Dr. Hyatt! 🎓💜

🔗 Learn more about our CSP program: https://www.wiu.edu/coehs/cnedcsp/csp/index.php

Western Illinois University alumna Regina Hyatt has earned the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) highest honor, the 2025 Founders Award.

Hyatt, a 1994 graduate with a bachelor's degree in political science and a 1997 graduate with a Master of College Student Personnel degree, currently serves as the Vice President for Student Affairs for Mississippi State University. Read more: https://go.wiu.edu/40szyTN