NASPA Massachusetts

About

NASPA Region I - Massachusetts is dedicated to the development of students, colleges, and the profession. Our mission is to support various interests, ideas, and concerns of the statewide members by:

• Serving as a resource for colleagues in Massachusetts
• Offering professional development and networking opportunities
• Collaborating with other professional organizations to better serve members

Priorities

Advance diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging work within MA NASPA

Promote personal and professional wellness

Determine and evaluate niche programs for MA NASPA

Outcomes

Apply knowledge in service to our students and campus life.

Foster an environment that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Demonstrating cultural awareness and improving attitudes, knowledge, and skills.

Identify tools and resources that will create positive change on our campuses.

Reduce personal and professional stress that is leading to "burnout."

Practice new approaches to student affairs, reducing the "great resignation."

Goals

Assess the personal & professional development needs of MA NASPA members

Demonstrate a presence on Social Media

Promote professional development opportunities with the focus on DEI, to meet the demands of today's Student Affairs Professionals

Foster personal and professional wellness through socials, stress reduction activities, and member recognition

Connect with Us!

Facebook: NASPA Region I Massachusetts

Instagram: naspa_ma

Linkedin: NASPA Massachusetts

LinkTree: nasparegion1ma

State Board

Dennis Camacho, Northshore Community College | MA State Director

Adam Klepetar, Berkshire Community College | Community College Rep

April Wright, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts | Member Engagement Rep

Ashley Cree, Salem State University | Military Connected Students and Women’s Affairs Rep

Corinna Kraemer, Olin College | Co-Public Policy Liaison Rep

Joe DiMaria, Bristol Community College | Senior Student Affairs Officer (SSAO) Rep

Kevin Linton, Salem State University | Co-Access, Belonging, and Engagement Coordinator

Khiya Price, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences | Co-Access, Belonging, and Engagement Coordinator

Lavious Daniels, Northshore Community College | Professional Development Rep

Rachel Kristoff, Smith College | Social Media and Marketing Rep

Sarah Dionne, Merrimack College | Co-Public Policy Liaison Rep

Interested in becoming more involved in NASPA Massachusetts? Email April Wright [email protected]