05/01/2023
Congratulations Jaci Cazarra! Jaci completed the University of Louisville MA Higher Education Administration (MAHEA) degree and graduates May 13, 2023. Read about her experience in to the program today!
Why UofL's MAHEA degree?
"I've worked in higher ed for over twenty years. I'd started a program at Northwestern University ages ago, but life and the cost got in the way. Having spent my whole at private, selective universities, I wanted to learn more about institutions and develop the theoretical foundations that I hadn't gained thru experience alone. I selected the MAHEA program at Louisville because it was , is focused on and , I'd have the opportunity to do , the student and faculty populations are in so many ways, and it was naturally oriented around a public university ."
What did you enjoy the most about the program?
"I loved my capstone project experience. I had an amazing opportunity to work with Harvard College on a project in an area pretty far outside my comfort zone. It expanded my professional network and I learned that many of the academic and professional skills I've developed in the program and in my career serve me well outside my tiny niche in higher ed. I learned to see myself as not only a good registrar, but a higher ed expert with additional skills to offer my current and prospective employers, as well as broader academic interests."
Do you feel the program provided you with the skills to advance in your career?
"Absolutely. Having worked in this field for a while, I wanted to undergird and refine my experience with research and the skills to continue that practice. I did acquire those , and I'm excited to use them to investigate ideas that can help me, my teams, my university, and ultimately students and faculty!"
Would you recommend the program?
"Yes! My advisor, faculty, and fellow students were great. The online, mostly asynchronous and short course format meant that I could continue my high-demand job and still be present for my family while investing in myself and my learning. I was hoping to build a theoretical foundation, which I did, but I also benefited from the aspects of the program. I just learned so much, and I had a time doing it. I'm inspired to continue my studies after my experience in this program."
Congratulations Jaci! Welcome to the Cardinal Alumni Family!