Mission and Learning Goals

Mission 

The Master of Science in Higher Education and Student Affairs (MS HESA) program prepares higher education professionals to critically examine the contexts in which they work and its impact on students. Guided by a theory-to-practice approach and our commitment to principles of equity, inclusion, and diversity, students create a foundation for their practice that is informed by reflection, research and theory, adapts to changing higher education landscapes, and develops professional skills.

Learning goals

  • To prepare professionals with a working knowledge of how research and theory inform practice. 
  • To prepare professionals with an understanding of how higher education organizations work. 
  • To prepare professionals who understand how the structures and culture of higher education impact students. 
  • To prepare educators with the professional skills necessary in their work.