A Narrative Examination of Early-Career Student Affairs Professionals' Sensemaking about Free Speech Events

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Title: A Narrative Examination of Early-Career Student Affairs Professionals' Sensemaking about Free Speech Events
Language: English
Authors: Duran-Leftin, Adam Z., Duran, Antonio
Source: Journal of College Student Development. Nov-Dec 2021 62(6):658-674.
Availability: Johns Hopkins University Press. 2715 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218. Tel: 800-548-1784; Tel: 410-516-6987; Fax: 410-516-6968; e-mail: jlorder@jhupress.jhu.edu; Web site: https://www.press.jhu.edu/journals/list
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 17
Publication Date: 2021
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Student Personnel Workers, Public Colleges, Freedom of Speech, Educational Experience, Context Effect, Supervisors, Mentors, Influences, Advocacy, Role, Educational History, Racism, Identification (Psychology)
DOI: 10.1353/csd.2021.0064
ISSN: 0897-5264
1543-3382
Abstract: Using a constructivist narrative inquiry approach, this manuscript examined the stories of 10 early-career student affairs professionals to understand how they made sense of their experiences of free speech events at public higher education institutions. Each professional participated in three semi-structured interviews to provide insight on their roles and responsibilities relative to free speech events. Findings highlighted four main characteristics of early-career professionals' sensemaking: (a) referencing educational experiences, (b) wrestling with identity, (c) keeping in mind contexts, and (d) incorporating lessons from supervisors and mentors. As a result of their sensemaking, participants viewed themselves as advocates and bridge-builders for free speech events. However, potential negative ramifications, primarily the loss of employment, tempered the desire to actualize these roles. Implications for research and practice are offered.
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