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56361:50038 5/18/09 12:50 PM Page 1 Chi Sigma Iota EXEMPLAR © Promoting Excellence in Counseling Summer 2009 Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society International Vol. 24 No. 2 Professional Members Offer Guidance to Students Seeking Jobs Stephen Kennedy Alumni and Professional Members Chair, Upsilon Nu Chi Mentoring is an important part of Ryan told students that, even if a job He suggested contacting principals Chi Sigma Iota, as many chapters does not seem ideal, “you may end directly and advised that, “school pair new initiates with experienced up liking it and if you don’t, it will help administrators sometimes prefer to students. This year the Upsilon Nu you appreciate that ideal job when consult with each other, so make Chi chapter of CSI started a program you do get it.” sure that the principal at your intern- to help members during another ship site is aware of the work that Other alumni wrote about ways important transition: the search for you are doing.” that applicants can “sell themselves” employment as a counselor. to employers. Ross Wade, the Assis- Finally, Upsilon Nu Chi’s alumni A job hunt can be a lengthy tant Director of Career Services at members encouraged students to process, especially during uncertain Elon University, recommended that remain positive during a process that economic times. Alumni are excel- students use their college's Career may last longer than they would like. lent resources for students who are Center to refine their resumé, cover Ms. Mahler recommended that stu- seeking employment, especially if letter, and interviewing skills. Lawren dents not pressure themselves to they have recently been on the job Lutrin, an Academic Advisor at Cen- secure a job immediately. She market themselves. Graduates of the tral Washington University, suggested explained that every member of her counseling program at the University that students tailor their resumé to fit cohort “got a job eventually, even if it of North Carolina at Greensboro each position instead of using the was a couple months after gradua- were invited to answer the question, same document for every application. tion.” “What advice would you give to Lauren Dietz, a school counselor Even with input from several alum- someone who is looking for work as in Washington, D.C., wrote that stu- ni, it seemed unlikely that the Job a counselor?” Their responses were dents should research employers and compiled into a Job Hunting Guide (continued on page 13) bring materials used with clients to for second-year master’s students. their job interviews. Ms. Dietz report- Several alumni offered tips about ed that when interviewing for jobs, In This Edition how to identify prospective jobs. she illustrated her versatility by men- Job Hunting Advice.....................................1 Catharine Banasiak, a counselor in tioning “the variety of populations I Service: A Path to Excellence.....................2 Middleton, CT, suggested that stu- worked with prior to graduation.” She Update from Headquaters ..........................3 dents use their graduate courses to also was careful to use appropriate determine which jobs to apply for. vocabulary, such as describing her- Membership Survey ....................................4 She emphasized the expertise that a self as “wellness oriented” with “a 2008-2009 CSI Fellows...............................5 single class provides, saying “You've developmental focus.” CSI Day.......................................................6 had an entire graduate course in that The Job Hunting Guide included Membership: Commitment to Excellence ...9 population or area of concern!” feedback from counselors who work Chapter Faculty Advisors..........................10 Ryan Mahler, a counselor at a in community, school, and higher Using Technology......................................11 community agency in Greensboro, education settings. This ensured that Faculty Advisor Highlight ..........................12 NC, recommended that students students were aware of differences in Counselor Advocay Tips ...........................13 attend professional events and “start hiring practices. For example, Student Insights ........................................14 networking as soon as possible” to Stephen Kennedy reminded future learn about local job openings, then school counselors that they will be Donors List................................................16 apply for a wide range of positions. hired by a principal, not a counselor. 56361:50038 5/18/09 12:50 PM Page 2 PAGE 2 CHI SIGMA IOTA SUMMER, 2009 2009-2010 Service: The Path to Excellence CSI LEADERSHIP DIRECTORY Catharina Y. Chang President: CSI President Catharina Chang Georgia State University [email protected] Recently, I have had the honor President-elect: of learning first hand from chapter JoLynn Carney faculty advisors, chapter leaders, [email protected] and CSI members about the role Past-president service plays in their chapter. Donna Henderson There are countless examples of Wake Forest University CSI chapters sponsoring food dri- [email protected] ves, toy drives, and collecting Secretary Andrea L. Dixon school supplies for underprivi- University of Florida leged schools. Additionally, chap- [email protected] ters are sponsoring educational Treasurer sessions focused on poverty and Shawn Spurgeon Catharina Y. Chang domestic violence. It is evident [email protected] that chapters and CSI members “Change” In these times, this Executive Director are enthusiastically engaging in a word has become part of our Thomas Sweeney multitude of service activities that everyday vernacular to describe CSI Headquarters are enhancing the lives of individ- P.O. Box 35448 the unparalleled personal, political, uals and promoting the field of Greensboro, NC 27424-5448 financial, and environmental counseling. (336) 841-8180 reshaping of our daily lives. In the [email protected] midst of these storms that have left In addition to serving individu- Administrative Assistant so many clamoring for hope, I als and the community, CSI mem- Kelley Rowland believe there has never been a bers give back to CSI and to the CSI Headquarters more important time to serve and counseling profession through P.O. Box 35448 their leadership and mentorship. Greensboro, NC 27425-5448 to grow as professional counselors. The 2009 CSI Day featured a (336) 841-8180 The mission of Chi Sigma Iota leadership workshop, “From Dif- Interns (CSI) always has been and will ferent Voices: Leadership Train- Brenda Austin continue to be to promote excel- ing.” This workshop included a Kristin Meany- Walen lence in the counseling profession. Web Administrator panel of CSI members represent- As such, at every level of our orga- Jane Myers ing diverse backgrounds sharing nization, we have certain responsi- COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS their path to leadership and ser- bilities that must not be ignored Awards Committee vice to the counseling profession. given the current challenges we Danica Hayes Drs. Brian Dew, Andrea Dixon, face as a nation and as individuals. By-laws Committee Melanie Harper, and Richard Nancy Forth We must begin with service to Henriksen all graciously partici- Chapter Development Committee embrace these charges. pated on the panel giving their Kenneth McCurdy While CSI is an honor society Kerry Sebera time and sharing their invaluable Advocacy Committee that recognizes academic and pro- experiences. In addition to the Jill Duba fessional excellence in counseling, panelist, there were a myriad of Christopher P. Roseman I believe what makes CSI distinct, other CSI members who Faculty Advisors Committee meaningful, and influential to so unselfishly contributed to the suc- Sylvia Fernandez many of its members is CSI’s cess of CSI Day. These leaders Excellence in Counseling Research emphasis on service. I want to through service represent only a Donna Gibson share a few examples of this spirit fraction of the CSI members who Fellow Mentor Committee of service to individuals, to the serve CSI and the counseling pro- Casey Barrio Minton community, and to the profession fession by sharing their time, Carrie Wachter that fuels the impact our organiza- CSI Home Page expertise, and their selves. www.csi-net.org tion continues to make. (continued on page 15) 56361:50038 5/18/09 12:50 PM Page 3 SUMMER, 2009 CHI SIGMA IOTA PAGE 3 Update from Headquarters Thomas J. Sweeney CSI Executive Director The installation of new officers, remarks by the Chapter Faculty © Advisor, possibly an invited CSI speaker, and university administra- tors are often a part of the ceremo- Chi Sigma Iota ny. Invited family, friends, and all Exemplar counselor education faculty mem- The CSI Exemplar is distributed bers add to the importance of the three times a year to all CSI mem- bers and is the main communication occasion (try www.evite.com). service informing members of cur- While some chapters have formal rent events within the Society and dinners or luncheons to mark the within the counseling profession. Its occasion, a CSI logo cake, decora- content represents enthusiasm for academic and professional excel- Thomas J. Sweeney tions, and refreshments can be lence in counseling. inexpensive yet tasteful. Member and Chapter Growth With the preparations and antici- Deadlines: The goals for new and renewal pation of the event itself, we must Issue Deadline note neither the initiation nor the Fall August 1 memberships for 2008-2009 were Spring December 1 4,800 in each category. Once membership is truly complete Summer May 8 again both