Reengaging with Joy in Student Affairs

In this episode, Laura De Veau speaks with Andrew Pollom, Vice President of Student Affairs at the University of Southern Maine, about rediscovering the joy in student affairs work. Andrew reflects on the challenges of the post-pandemic era and how rereading "Man's Search for Meaning" inspired him to focus on creating a positive and supportive environment for both students and staff. They discuss problem-solving, retention strategies, and the importance of embracing innovation and professional development to reignite passion in the field. Andrew emphasizes the value of celebrating student success and fostering a sense of vocation in higher education. LINKS Connect with Andrew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-andrew-pollom/  “Man’s Search for Meaning”: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4069.Man_s_Search_for_Meaning  More about University of Southern Maine: https://usm.maine.edu/   This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drdeveautrain.substack.com/subscribe