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ON IT
On It, the GSAC Biweekly newsletter was developed by 2020-2021 executive council member, Zakiyyah Ali. In honor of her commitments and the commitments of the 2020-2021 executive council, the 2021-2022 GSAC team will continue the spirit of the newsletter. We will also continue featuring fellow Bisons, global issues and other engagements with the Howard University School of Education and community.
Action-Lens
It's Already Near October?!
Bison Family, we celebrate your tenacity as we have dived into this academic year! Some of us are returning to campuses and working magic for ourselves, our families and others. In our commitments to our academic and professional experiences, we wish balance, love, freedom to create and peace of mind to everyone.
In honor of our Bison Family, we uphold the Featured Bison section to celebrate those who are nominated by peers or recognized by others for their embodiment of passionate, transformative leadership.
Featured
Bison Scholars
Workshop, scholarship, research and other opportunities that GSAC inspires to host:
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General Assembly & GSAC Resources -Host general assemblies and other experiences for students to engage each other in social activities, community service initiatives, panels and other spaces
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Student-Faculty Mixer - A social and networking opportunity for ELPS faculty and scholars
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Prelims & SLLC Retreat - Preliminary and M. Ed. Examination Preparation retreat hosting student-led and (potentially) faculty-led workshop(s) (Spring 2022)
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Debunked Series: Student & Faculty Research, Paper and/or Project Presentations Opportunity (Spring 2022)
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National Conference or TED Talk - Student (recorded) presentation opportunity (Spring 2022) - (Advocacy in progress)
Sean Miller
Someone is making history! Be certain to celebrate our very own, Sean Miller, a 3rd-year Doctoral ELPS Program Bison. We celebrate Miller's outstanding recognition as Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) History
Teacher of the Year!
Melissa Russell
Transformative Leadership!
Melissa Russell, a 2nd-year Doctoral ELPS Program Bison, embodies the passion and willingness to be a well-informed school leader. We recognize and congratulate Russell as she stands firm in her newly appointed position as an Assistant Principal within a local district.
Reginald Hutchins
Leadership Inside & Outside of the Classroom, Across the United States?
Reginald Hutchins, a 2nd-year Doctoral ELPS Program Bison, transitioned from the classroom to fulfilling a leadership position as Senior Manager, Academics with the consulting division of the New Teacher Project (TNTP). We extend a warm congratulations on your new journey! Safe travels during your district visits!
YOUR VOICES
Thank you to those who submitted your feedback as the new executive team has been eager to hear your voices! We have outlined some of your requests below:
School of Education Vision & Goals
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Preliminary (Prelim) Exam Preparation
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Direct Instruction / NELP Alignment
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IRB Process Information Session(s)
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Research Access or Internships with Current Faculty & Staff
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Potential Cognate Area Information
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Professional Affiliations
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Professional Conferences
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Internships & Career Planning
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Study & Academic Supports
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Social Gatherings
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Unbiased Communication
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To be heard fully without judgment
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Confidence in Technology Systems
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Fee Refunds for Unused or Unaccessible Resources
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Concrete Ongoing Course Sequence Information to Successfully Complete Program
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Should not have to hear it from other students
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Post Graduate Opportunities
GSAC Vision and Goals (Your Feedback)
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Bring Issues to Leadership
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Help Develop More Student-Friendly Programming
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After 4 PM
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Practical & Focused
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Opportunities for Student Connection
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Examination & Other Workshops
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Share Input with Faculty
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Student Cohesiveness,
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Student Engagement & Networking
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Solve Issues (Action vs. Lip Service)
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Provide Ongoing Resources
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Ongoing Workshops for Current Student Population
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Workshop / Consultation
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Business Cards
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Elevator Pitch / Leadership Story
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Snapshot inside GSAC Executive Council
Development of a cohesive agenda
based on your interests and needs
September 27, 2021
Systems, programming and other infrastructures to support the student population
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GSAC Website - Official website launch scheduled for September 28, 2021 (late evening)
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GSAC Student Directories - Student Faculty & Staff Directory, NELP Standards, Program Sequencing & Planning, IRB Process Information and others.
Zakiyyah Ali
Conference Voices!
Congratulations to former GSAC Executive Council Member, Zakiyyah Ali, ELPS Doctoral Bison (3rd year) on her #EMPOWERMENTDAY Presentation! Ali is a Founder/Principal, CEO of Rebuilding Timbuktu, Incorporated. We celebrate Ali as she prepares to present for the historic National Urban League (NUL) Conference 2021.
Department Faculty
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IRB Workshop, Dr. Middleton
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Debunked Series, TBA
GSAC Snapshot
Snapshot - Fall 2021
GSAC Newsletter
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ON IT
Happy
New Year!
January 9, 2022
On It, the GSAC Biweekly newsletter was developed by 2020-2021 executive council member, Zakiyyah Ali. In honor of her commitments and the commitments of the 2020-2021 executive council, the 2021-2022 GSAC team will continue the spirit of the newsletter. We will also continue featuring fellow Bisons, global issues and other engagements with the Howard University School of Education and community.
Action-Lens
Development of a cohesive agenda
based on your interests and needs