Non-Traditional Student Association (NSA)

The Non-Traditional Student Association (NSA) is a multifaceted group. Each year's focus depends on the interests and concerns of its members. The mission of NSA is to:

 

• Provide technical and informational assistance to NT students
• Promote a sense of community among NT students through social interaction
• Establish on-campus and off-campus service projects as deemed appropriate by the association

 

Over the years the group has:

 

• advocated for non-traditional student concerns
• sponsored a Brown Bag Information Speaker Series
• published a Non-traditional Student Newsletter
• publicized university services/events on the NON-TRADITIONALS mailserv
• participated in homecoming parades
• sponsored late afternoon socials once a week/month
• co-sponsored "Take Back the Night"
• staffed an information table in the union for NT students at the beginning of the semester
• co-sponsored computer training workshops for NT students
• Sponsored trips to Adventureland, Mall of America, etc.

 

Benefits:

 

• gain valuable experience useful in future job requirements
• experience opportunities to learn and grow

           learn how to lead a meeting

           develop communication skills

           learn how to work on a team to achieve group goals

• get to know more people at UNI

           meet other students and learn from them
           meet and work with faculty and staff
           know your way around the university

 

The Non-Traditional Student Association has a special focus on leadership development for all members. It's a great opportunity to foster individual growth, increased enjoyment and a sense of community while learning great job skills.

 

The Non-Traditional Student Association meets monthly. Students are notified of meetings and activities through their e-mail.

 

  
Maintained by Advising & Career Services
Last Modified: December 2, 2004