From Student to Staff: Breaking In & Standing Out
Brought to you by the Community of Practice: Graduate Student Network (GSN) and Internationalization in Student Affairs (ISA)
Speaking about career journey as an emerging professional in higher education, sharing lessons learned about moving into – and thriving in – a full-time continuing role. Reflections focus on the process of navigating through barriers (during and post-COVID-19) and finding career direction(s). Emphasis is paid on the value of networks, in addition to understanding personal strengths and meeting goals.
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Biography
Andrew works at the University of Toronto Scarborough, in the Office of the Vice-Principal Academic & Dean. In his role, Andrew works with the Special Advisor on Access, envisioning and implementing various initiatives to widen post-secondary access for underrepresented student populations.
His current focus is SEE U of T Scarborough, a collaborative program with the TDSB that works with Black and/or Indigenous-identify high school students, empowering each to see post-secondary as a place where they can thrive.
Andrew is interested in the intersections of higher education, community building, and data. He looks at how we can improve the student experience - in and out of the classroom - to better meet priorities through evidence-based programming and initiatives.
He is also a LEGO Serious Play facilitator. Andrew brings people together, enabling each to identify and determine alignment. His work emphasizes intentionality, being reflexive and critical about approaching (complex) opportunities. He loves the power of stories, particularly how we can reflect on and share our experiences to become better versions of ourselves.
Andrew holds an M.Ed. in Higher Education from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education.
