Perspectives Archive

Gaining Clarity in the Face of Uncertainty

In higher education, uncertainty is not an occasional disruption...

Letter From the Editors

A decade ago, the pathway into fraternity/sorority advising was...

Lessons from the Long Way Around

The call for submissions for this edition of Perspectives spoke to me as someone who has walked a non-traditional path into this field. Two...

Lily Pad Opportunities: Navigating Career Growth with Intention

Much like the frog, I often find myself lingering on one pad a little longer than planned. Not because I’m stuck, but because I’m watching, listening, and figuring out the best next step.

Active Advising: My Experience with Local Fraternities and Sororities

My career as a fraternity/sorority advisor (FSA) began at Otterbein University, an institution with primarily local fraternities and sororities: of 14 chapters, only two...

From Where I Sit: Hiring

Few processes in student affairs feel as high-stakes, or as unpredictable, as hiring. Whether expanding a team, replacing a key staff member, or adapting...

You’ll Need More than a Wet Floor Sign

The Midwest and Southern regions of the United States are experiencing dangerously low temperatures, with extreme cold warnings. As students hope for class cancellations...

FSL on Edge: How the Enrollment Cliff Threatens Fraternity and Sorority Homes Nationwide

On any given day when the weather is nice, a drive or walk through Greek Village at the University of South Carolina will usually...
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