Communities of Practice
What is a Community of Practice?
A Community of Practice (CoP) is a dynamic group of individuals united by a shared passion for a specific subject. These communities thrive on collaboration, allowing members to learn and grow together through active discussions and joint activities.
Why Are CoPs Important in DASA and NC State?
In a university environment, CoPs provide a valuable platform for faculty, staff, and students to connect across various disciplines. They facilitate knowledge exchange and foster innovative solutions to challenges, enriching the academic landscape.
Benefits of Joining a CoP
- Peer Learning: Engage with others to share insights and best practices.
- Mutual Support: Build a strong network of like-minded individuals who encourage each other’s growth.
- Professional Development: Enhance your skills and knowledge by tapping into a collective pool of experiences and expertise.
By becoming a member of a CoP, you contribute to a vibrant community while benefiting from its members’ shared wisdom. Join us and explore the possibilities!
CoP Leadership Team Members
- Lisa LaBarbera-Mascote, Student Success Initiatives
- Chess Miller, Residential Learning, University Housing
- Stuart Benkert, Performing Arts and Technology
- Maurice Mathis, TRIO Pre-College
Join a Current CoP
Academic Advising | Shannon Pugh
The Academic Advising CoP creates opportunities for those in advising and similar areas, focusing on three main areas:
- Best practices in advising to support any student populations
- Managing staff or restructuring advising models
- Seeking advancement in their next career move
Penn Resilience | Lisa LaBarbera-Mascote
The Penn Resilience CoP creates opportunities for current certified Penn Resilience Facilitators to talk about their work, share best practices, review participant assessment, and support each other in the work of facilitating Penn Resilience Cohorts on campus.
Student Staff Supervisors I Mary Barnhart and Sean Foley
The Student Staff Supervisors Community of Practice (CoP) offers a space for staff who manage student employees to share insights and discuss best practices in student supervision. Key topics include recruitment and hiring strategies, training and development, performance assessment and retention, scheduling, setting expectations, and supporting students in their on-campus roles.