Cracked and Empty Cups: Elevating Health and Wellness in the Student Affairs Profession

In the fast-paced world of student affairs, professionals often find themselves grappling with the challenges of maintaining personal health and wellness. Join us for an insightful presentation that not only addresses strategies for individual well-being but also underscores the crucial role of leadership in fostering a healthy organizational culture. Through engaging discussions and actionable insights, this session aims to empower individuals to fill their cups with sustainable practices, while creating environments that promote the flourishing of the teams they are on or lead.

Learning Objectives

1. Recognize and Mitigate Burnout and Stress:
   1. Understand common signs of burnout and stress specific to student affairs professionals, gaining insights into early warning signs.
   2. Learn proactive strategies to address personal well-being, fostering resilience and mitigating the impact of stressors.
2. Integrate Self-Care for Individuals and Leaders:
   1. Explore practical self-care techniques tailored to the demands of student affairs work.
   2. Learn to seamlessly integrate these strategies into daily routines, fostering sustainability and resilience for both individuals and leaders within the profession.
3. Cultivate Supportive Environments Through Inclusive Leadership:
   1. Recognize the pivotal role of leadership in shaping the well-being of student affairs professionals.
   2. Learn how leaders can integrate self-care principles into their practices, foster inclusive and supportive leadership, and create environments that encourage open dialogue, collaboration, and a sense of belonging within the professional community.
4. Develop Personalized Wellness Plans:
   1. Engage in the process of developing personalized wellness plans that align with individual needs and goals.
   2. Understand how to set realistic expectations, establish boundaries, and prioritize self-care practices that contribute to sustained personal well-being throughout a career in student affairs.

Shawnté Elbert, Ed, D., Contributing Faculty, PhD Health Education & Promotion | Chief Health Equity Officer

Sherrá M. Watkins, Ph.D., Associate Vice President for Student Health & Wellness

Joi Alexander, MCHES, Professional Title: Director, Wellness Empowerment Center

Alicia Battle, Ph.D., Director Teaching Health Center