Student Personnel Administration Research Paper

“Is it there yet?” is the text message my mom received from me for over two consecutive months. My mom works close to home and would take her lunch break the same time every day. During her lunch break was also the same time the Karen, the mail women would drop off the mail. Since I knew that the mail was dropped off, I knew I would not be able to concentrate for the rest of the school day not knowing if my acceptance or denial letter was sitting at home. Finally, one day the response to the text message was “yes, it is here, see you when you get home,” Although, I wanted to open the letter myself I told my mom she had to open it. She responded, “Congratulations, you have been accepted to Eastern Illinois University.” The emotions I felt are indescribable, my entire body was taken over by the goose bumps. Choosing the right college or university to attend can be a difficult decision for many students. When I was a junior in high school, after visiting a number of colleges I knew exactly where I wanted to attend to receive undergraduate degree. Eastern Illinois University was the perfect match for me. Not only was my brother Rob …show more content…
The Student Personnel Administration program is designed for individuals who want to work in personnel positions such as academic advising, deans in admission, student activities and residential life. The position I am most interested in is academic advising. Working with students and helping them choose an educational interest or a career is something I can see myself doing for a lifetime. Throughout the past years my academic advisors have been nothing but a mentor in my life. They have provided me with positive options in my education, but have allowed me to make my own decisions. I hope that one day I can help students start and achieve their own educational and career goals and make a difference in this