Work (noun): the labor, task, or duty that is one's accustomed means of livelihood. Work should be taken seriously. But who says we can’t have fun and be productive at the same time? Studies show that incorporating fun in the workplace can lead to enhanced motivation,...
As we get ready for Thanksgiving, I am reminded of what this holiday is about: being thankful! As we enter into the holiday season we are bogged down with the business of planning, prepping, and cleaning to get ready for the big feast…or maybe just...
It is early August and I'm still in denial about my daughter leaving for college. I knew the time would come, but I don’t think you are ever really mentally prepared. Working in higher education I get the privilege of helping many students acclimate to...
Over the past few years CAFAA has been progressing for the better. We’ve made changes to the membership model, moving the conference to better service the needs of the membership and our partners, and even had a redesign on our logo....
Before returning to work in financial aid full time after I graduated as a work-study student at Metro, I was a canvass director. In my mind, my job description was pretty exciting: smash myths, reclaim the streets and mobilize resources for what is...
Following in the footsteps of Lou's wise reflections after our CAFAA conference, I'd also like to share a thought or two that I've been processing since my time in Crested Butte. Here we go: isn't CAFAA awesome? I've been involved for a relatively short time...
While driving over Monarch Pass and reflecting on the last 3 days at the CAFAA Conference in Crested Butte, CO, my co-worker and I came to the realization that it does in fact take a village to raise a child. In our case, it takes...
Now that the conference is over. What do you think of this early FAFSA and this Prior Prior Year stuff? I know you talked about it a lot, are bringing it back to work to talk about it some more, sharing it with those who...
I remember when I was hiring one of my staff members I had interviewed a young lady who was a lot like me. It is said that most people tend to hire staff who are like them, but not me. I chose someone...
Howdy CAFAA members!jill With the early FAFSA and PPY on the horizon I know we are all working hard in our offices to try and come up with the perfect communication to our families. That one magical email/letter where our students and parents tell us,...