Running head: ARTIFACT F

Artifact F:
Professional Development and Action Plan
Pauline Tolentino
Seattle University

EDUC 5900
Dr. Erica Yamamura
November 3, 2015

ARTIFACT F
YEAR

One

Two

Three

Four

Five

ACTIVITY
Begin Year One of first job after graduation
Conduct informational interviews with other professionals and colleagues
at employing institution
Join Region V NUFP Committee or similar professional group
Attend annual ACPA and NASPA Regional Conferences for networking
and continued professional development and learning
Find 1-2 professionals to serve as new mentors
Develop writing: professional interest blog, write articles for publication
Connect with mentors (once per month)
Continue re-connecting with mentors (once per month)
Join 1-2 committees or taskforces to engage with employing community
Participate in coordination or facilitation of programs or workshops for
employing institutions community (students and staff)
Attend a minimum of three conferences (regional or national)
Submit proposal and/or present during at least two conferences outside of
employing institution
Participate in professional networking opportunities in Washington-state
Find one service or volunteer opportunity outside of work to develop
relatable knowledge, skills, and experiences
Serve as mentor for no more than two students at employing institution
Serve as a NUFP Mentor or in similar mentor role through larger
professional organization
Attending a minimum of three conferences (regional or national)
Begin research into doctoral programs in Higher Education/Student Affairs
Establish with a new mentor
Submit 2-3 program proposals and attend NASPA National Conference
Start searching for new employment/advancement opportunities
Continue serving as NUFP Mentor or in similar role
Maintain relationships with no more than five student mentees
Narrow down doctoral program search and prepare application materials
Attend conferences and other relevant professional development events
Continue re-connecting with mentors (once per month)
Have at least one article published in professional publication
Begin submitting applications for Assistant Director positions
Conduct informational interviews and networking for potential AD role
Submit applications for doctoral programs
Lead a departmental or institutional committee/taskforce
Prepare for interviewing and transitioning into new professional role (AD)
Create and submit program proposals for relevant conferences or events
Attend 2020 NASPA and ACPA National Conferences
Continue re-connecting with mentors (once per month)
Develop a new professional development plan (two- or five-year choice)