Tarleton student accepted into NASPA Undergraduate Fellows Program

Jasmin Trevino

Jasmin Trevino

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, January 14, 2019

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University junior Jasmin Trevino has been accepted into the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) Undergraduate Fellows Program.

Part of the association, the mentoring program pairs students who are interested in a student affairs career with a current higher education professional. This semi-structured program helps broaden and diversify the landscape of student affairs and higher education.

Trevino, an animal science major from Cypress, has been a Tarleton residential leader for two years and has been inspired to pursue a career in student affairs by her supervisor’s dedication to university students.

“As a residential leader, I have gained a passion for helping college students navigate these challenging years,” Trevino said. “I hope to become a voice in the higher education world.”

Along with the opportunity to attend various national and regional conferences, Trevino is eligible to apply for and participate in a paid internship in student affairs or higher education at an institution other than Tarleton to broaden her experience and perspective of the profession. Trevino is also invited to attend the Dungy Leadership Institute, a five-day workshop focused on skill building and career development, where she will meet and interact with other fellows and administrators from across the country.

Throughout this process Trevino will be mentored by Dr. ShaRhonda Maclin, assistant vice president for Student Affairs at Tarleton. Fellows and mentors are expected to meet in a formal advising session at least once a month throughout the experience.

“I am delighted to have the opportunity to work with Jasmin as she explores Student Affairs as a career choice,” Maclin said. “She brings the enthusiasm and passion for the profession, which will assist in her growth personally and professionally. I am honored to serve as her mentor.”

Chosen annually, NASPA fellows must be full-time undergraduate students who identify as being a racial, ethnic or other minority, or have a documented disability.

Trevino plans to pursue a master’s degree in higher education following graduation.

Tarleton, founding member of The Texas A&M University System, provides a student-focused, value-driven education marked by academic innovation and a dedication to transform today’s scholars into tomorrow’s leaders. It offers degree programs to more than 13,000 students at Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Midlothian, RELLIS Academic Alliance in Bryan, and online, emphasizing real-world learning experiences that address societal needs while maintaining its core values of tradition, integrity, civility, excellence, leadership and service.

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A founding member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University is breaking records — in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy and engagement — while transforming the lives of approximately 18,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Bryan and online. For 125 years, Tarleton State has been committed to accessible higher education opportunities for all while helping students grow academically, socially and professionally through programs that emphasize real world learning and address regional, state and national needs.
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